Human Resource and Crew Management

The course begins by examining the Historical review and revolution of Human Resource and Crew Management. Follows, the structure of Crew department and its cooperation with other departments in a Shipping Company. Its daily operation is exhibited in details.

  • Duration
    1 semester
  • Format
    Online
  • Units
    4
  • Semester
    Autumn


Human Resource and Crew Management

The course begins by examining the Historical review and revolution of Human Resource and Crew Management. Follows, the structure of Crew department and its cooperation with other departments in a Shipping Company. Its daily operation is exhibited in details.

  • Duration
    1 semester
  • Format
    Online
  • Units
    4
  • Start date
    Autumn
  • Accredited by
Overview

The module begins by examining the Historical review and revolution of Human Resource and Crew Management. Follows, the structure of Crew department and its cooperation with other departments in a Shipping Company. Its daily operation is exhibited in details. Presenting and analysing the variable CBAs and options that the ITF offers, is one of the main subjects. We continue with elaborating further on the major aspects related to seafarers, such as Documentation, Recruitment, Retention, Promotion, Evaluation and Training.

We discuss the collaboration of Ship Management Companies with Manning agencies or with their own Manning branches abroad. Requirements of STCW and MLC Conventions are analysed and applied within the Crew Management context. The impact of vessel operations and crisis situations such as pandemic outbreak on the management of seafarer mental health is outlined together with initiatives and procedures for mitigation.

Meet the Instructor

Holds a Degree in Public Administration from Panteion University, a Degree in Hellenic Coast Guard from the Hellenic Naval Academy, a Degree in Law from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, a Master in Business Studies from the University of Kent and a Master Degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Athens (AUEB). Has served for more than 10 years as Officer of the Hellenic Coast Guard and has an experience of 12 years in the Crew Department of major Greek Shipping Companies.

Overview

The module begins by examining the Historical review and revolution of Human Resource and Crew Management. Follows, the structure of Crew department and its cooperation with other departments in a Shipping Company. Its daily operation is exhibited in details. Presenting and analysing the variable CBAs and options that the ITF offers, is one of the main subjects. We continue with elaborating further on the major aspects related to seafarers, such as Documentation, Recruitment, Retention, Promotion, Evaluation and Training.

We discuss the collaboration of Ship Management Companies with Manning agencies or with their own Manning branches abroad. Requirements of STCW and MLC Conventions are analysed and applied within the Crew Management context. The impact of vessel operations and crisis situations such as pandemic outbreak on the management of seafarer mental health is outlined together with initiatives and procedures for mitigation.

Meet the Instructor

Holds a Degree in Public Administration from Panteion University, a Degree in Hellenic Coast Guard from the Hellenic Naval Academy, a Degree in Law from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, a Master in Business Studies from the University of Kent and a Master Degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Athens (AUEB). Has served for more than 10 years as Officer of the Hellenic Coast Guard and has an experience of 12 years in the Crew Department of major Greek Shipping Companies.

This Module Aims to:

√ To familiarise students with the major HR functions, including job analysis, recruitment and selection, training and development, and performance management

√ To promote an evidence-based approach in examining how HRM facilitates organisations in building and maintaining a competitive advantage

√ The module aims to establish knowledge and understanding of the variable structures of Crew department that presently Shipping Companies have adopted

√ To familiarize students with and to appreciate the major aspects related to Seafarers, such as Documentation, Recruitment, Retention, Promotion, Evaluation and Training

√ To present the collaboration of Ship Management Companies with Manning agencies or with their own Manning branches abroad

√ To understand the major importance of self-development by investing in the most valuable asset every individual owns and Company has, its Personnel

This Module Aims to:

√ To familiarise students with the major HR functions, including job analysis, recruitment and selection, training and development, and performance management

√ To promote an evidence-based approach in examining how HRM facilitates organisations in building and maintaining a competitive advantage

√ The module aims to establish knowledge and understanding of the variable structures of Crew department that presently Shipping Companies have adopted

√ To familiarize students with and to appreciate the major aspects related to Seafarers, such as Documentation, Recruitment, Retention, Promotion, Evaluation and Training

√ To present the collaboration of Ship Management Companies with Manning agencies or with their own Manning branches abroad

√ To understand the major importance of self-development by investing in the most valuable asset every individual owns and Company has, its Personnel

What you’ll learn

At the end of the module the learner will be able to:

Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the strategic role of HRM in organisations and compare and contrast assorted techniques necessary to meet human capital requirements in terms of attracting, hiring, and keeping the right talent for the organisation

Critically evaluate and apply  the variable CBAs and the options that ITF offers

Make sound judgements and communicate them in a way to meet the business objectives and to increase the performance of the organization

Apply Crew Management elements of STCW and MLC Conventions to Shipping Business in order to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements

Analyse the issues of multiculturalism and the diversity of the seafaring profession and the way they affect Human Resources Management

Apply mental health management initiatives and procedures for seafarers

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

Based on the Programme Specification, students are formally assessed through the submission of coursework. The forms of coursework depend on the characteristics of each module and may include the following types of assessments: case study, essay, report, dissertation, market analysis, project output, valuation, etc.

In addition each module incorporates multiple self-assessment tests. Self-assessment tests are not part of the formal assessment but completion is strongly encouraged as students will be able to monitor and evaluate their learning process and identify areas requiring improvement.

What you’ll learn

At the end of the module the learner will be able to:

Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the strategic role of HRM in organisations and compare and contrast assorted techniques necessary to meet human capital requirements in terms of attracting, hiring, and keeping the right talent for the organisation

Critically evaluate and apply  the variable CBAs and the options that ITF offers

Make sound judgements and communicate them in a way to meet the business objectives and to increase the performance of the organization

Apply Crew Management elements of STCW and MLC Conventions to Shipping Business in order to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements

Analyse the issues of multiculturalism and the diversity of the seafaring profession and the way they affect Human Resources Management

Apply mental health management initiatives and procedures for seafarers

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

Based on the Programme Specification, students are formally assessed through the submission of coursework. The forms of coursework depend on the characteristics of each module and may include the following types of assessments: case study, essay, report, dissertation, market analysis, project output, valuation, etc.

In addition each module incorporates multiple self-assessment tests. Self-assessment tests are not part of the formal assessment but completion is strongly encouraged as students will be able to monitor and evaluate their learning process and identify areas requiring improvement.

FAQs

1

Assess the different stages of crafting, executing and reviewing a strategy.

2

Critically evaluate how these functions are applied in shipping.

3

Apply performance monitoring and management in the shipping context.

4

Evaluate Commercial Shipping Management Strategies.

Your tuition covers:

HD films per course, your own e-book, 24/7 support, professor video calls 3 times per month, extra webinars by Shipping industry titans

1

Good command of the English Language via IELTS, TOEFL or any other internationally approved English language certification.

2

Employer/Professor recommendation.