Sea Transport Course

International maritime transport plays a vital role in global trade and serves as a key mode of transport within multimodal transportation chains. Statistics indicate that more than 80% of the volume of internationally traded goods is transported by sea, with container shipping and bulk shipping being the most prevalent forms of maritime transport.

Therefore, a solid understanding of maritime transport operations—including international maritime conventions, negotiation and drafting of contracts of carriage by sea, ship technical characteristics, and major shipping routes—is essential for professionals seeking to develop their careers and enhance their competitiveness in an increasingly integrated global economy.

Join VLI’s “SEA TRANSPORT” course to strengthen your knowledge and practical understanding of maritime transport operations. The course is delivered by experienced maritime professionals, including senior managers from reputable shipping lines, who bring not only up-to-date and accurate industry knowledge but also valuable practical insights gained through years of professional experience.

1. Learning Outcomes

Understand key international laws and conventions governing the carriage of goods by sea.

Understand the major services involved in maritime transport and the organizations providing maritime transport services.

Identify the technical characteristics of different types of vessels currently in operation and understand their economic characteristics and operational considerations.

Understand the key contents of international maritime transport documents and acquire the ability to prepare and handle relevant documentation.

Understand the factors constituting ocean freight rates and the principles for developing appropriate freight rates in line with current market conditions.

2. Target Participants

Managers at various levels and professionals working in logistics service companies.

Lecturers and students at colleges and universities specializing in Logistics, Foreign Trade, Transportation, Import–Export, Business Administration, and related fields.

Individuals and organizations seeking to enhance their knowledge and practical understanding of maritime transport.

3. Training Schedule

Training duration: 7 sessions / 21 hours

Class schedule: 18:30–21:30, every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Offline: 5th Floor, Halo Building, 91A Cao Thang Street, Ban Co ward, Ho Chi Minh City

Online: Via Zoom

4. Instructor

The course is delivered by maritime transport management professionals with more than 10 years of experience in sea transportation operations and management, bringing extensive industry knowledge and practical expertise to the classroom.

5. Course Contents

Module 1: MARITIME ORGANIZATIONS AND KEY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTIONS RELATED TO MARITIME TRANSPORT

Overview of major international maritime organizations and key international conventions governing maritime transport and the carriage of goods by sea.

Module 2: TYPES OF VESSELS, MAJOR SHIPPING ROUTES, SEAPORTS AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURE

Overview of major vessel types, principal shipping routes, seaports, and relevant maritime infrastructure, together with their operational and commercial characteristics.

Module 3: TYPES OF CONTRACTS OF CARRIAGE AND DOCUMENTATION RELATED TO THE CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA

Overview of major types of contracts of carriage by sea and key documents used in international maritime transportation, including their purposes and practical applications.

Module 4: COMPONENTS OF OCEAN FREIGHT RATES

Understanding the key components and determinants of ocean freight rates, as well as the principles and considerations involved in establishing appropriate freight rates in response to market conditions.

6. Consultation and Registration Information

 Hotline: 0903.83.81.82 – Ms. Linh Chi/ 0903.98.03.81 – Mr. Thanh Bình
 Email: Development@vli.edu.vn/ Binhnt@vli.edu.vn
 Website: https://vli.edu.vn
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