COURSE OVERVIEW:

Port Management Essentials is a foundational program designed to provide a 360-degree view of the administrative and operational pillars of a modern maritime gateway. This course examines the evolution of port governance models, ranging from "Landlord" to "Fully Privatized" structures, and their impact on national economic development. It provides a technical framework for understanding how ports function as critical nodes in the global supply chain, balancing the needs of ship owners, cargo interests, and inland transport providers.

The scope of this training involves the exploration of port economics, including tariff structures, concession agreements, and investment strategies for infrastructure expansion. Participants will explore the mechanics of "Port Community Systems" (PCS), digitalization, and the integration of "Green Port" initiatives to meet international environmental standards. The program emphasizes the strategic importance of "Connectivity," focusing on how hinterland links and maritime accessibility define a port's competitive advantage.

Coverage includes the legal and regulatory frameworks mandated by the IMO and local maritime authorities, as well as the management of human resources in a labor-intensive industry. The course addresses the nuances of "Strategic Planning" and "Risk Management" in the face of shifting global trade patterns and technological disruptions. By focusing on both commercial viability and operational efficiency, this course equips emerging leaders with the expertise needed to manage the complexities of a 21st-century port.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Identify the primary types of port governance and management models.
2. Explain the role of the "Port Authority" in maritime and economic regulation.
3. Analyze the impact of "Global Supply Chain" trends on port demand.
4. Develop competitive "Port Tariff" structures and commercial strategies.
5. Evaluate the components of "Port Infrastructure" and maintenance requirements.
6. Implement "Digitalization" strategies through Port Community Systems (PCS).
7. Apply "Green Port" principles to reduce the facility’s carbon footprint.
8. Manage "Concession Agreements" and relationships with private terminal operators.
9. Identify the key elements of "Hinterland Connectivity" and multimodal transport.
10. Utilize "Key Performance Indicators" (KPIs) to measure port efficiency.
11. Manage the "Legal Liabilities" associated with port and terminal operations.
12. Design a "Master Plan" for future port expansion and land use.
13. Lead a diverse team in achieving the port’s strategic and operational goals.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  

Junior Port Managers, Terminal Supervisors, Government Maritime Officials, Logistics Professionals, and Maritime Law Students.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.