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Testimonials

As a seafarer, Understanding the commercial aspects of shipping with this program has been pivotal to my career. Over three months, this well-structured course provided profound insights from industry professionals, simplifying the complexities of shipping with clear objectives and key takeaways.

Mr.Vismay Desai

Seafarer, UAE

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Transitioning from a technical and design background in the maritime sector to a commercial role presents significant challenges, particularly in grasping the specific terminology used in shipping. This program has been an invaluable resource in facilitating this career shift.

It not only provides clarity on the intricacies

of the shipping business but also offers comprehensive support throughout the transition.

Mr.Adhil Hussain

Naval Architect, UAE

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Discover the real impact of our Understanding Shipping program through the experiences of our alumni. See how this industry-recognized course has transformed their careers and deepened their expertise in the maritime field.

Curious if the Understanding Shipping program suits your career goals?

If you are inquisitive to learn all about shipping, then this course is for you.

Coming from a management background,

I was just like you, wondering if this was for me! Now, 3 weeks into this course, I would say this is definitely a good place to start your navigation into the ocean of shipping.

Ms. Indumathi

Management Professional, UAE

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The "Understanding Shipping" course transformed my procurement role in EPC oil and gas projects, enhancing my ability to negotiate shipping contracts and manage logistics effectively. The live sessions with knowledgeable instructors were invaluable, enabling me to coordinate complex shipments and prevent costly delays.

Mr. Bechara Kerbage

Procurement Specialist, UAE

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As an operation executive in ship waste removal, dedicated to preserving our precious oceans fully compliant with the MARPOL Convention. The knowledge gained by Understanding Shipping about shipping operations and onshore port management have helped me tremendously in performing well within the industry. It has been an amazing journey so far with clear and well organized sessions

Mr. Sampath Sanjeewa,

Operation Executive, Sri Lanka

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I had a highly positive experience with the course. The curriculum was comprehensive and well-structured, covering all essential aspects of the field. All modules were detailed and informative. The inclusion of current industry trends and technological advancements made the content relevant and up to date. The instructors were knowledgeable and engaging. Their expertise in the field was evident, the use of real-world examples enhanced my understanding. The course was well-paced, allowing for flexibility in learning. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in the field of shipping and logistics. It provides a solid foundation and equips with the skills needed to excel in the industry.

Thanks to our Tutors, Mr. Dinesh and Mr. Krishnan for making time despite a full schedule and giving us insight on every aspect of the course.

Thanks to Ms. Janani and Ms. Natasha for all the support during the course period.

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Nixon Derrel Dsouza,

Senior Operator - Socar Trading ME DMCC, UAE

Cohort 3

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The ICS Understanding Shipping course was amazing and a good learning platform! The content was really well put together, and it made complex topics easy to understand.

Big thanks to the ICS team for making this such a worthwhile experience. Highly recommend it to anyone looking to level up their skills and knowledge in the shipping field!

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Sheba Khan,

Admin and HR Manager,

Adhira shipping and Logistics DMCC

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One of the key aspects of the course that stood out to me was how it clarified several important concepts, especially laytime calculation and its significance in chartering. Before taking this course, I found this topic quite challenging, but the detailed explanations and step-by-step approach in the lessons made it much clearer

Ms. Shreya Kumari

Chartering Executive, UAE

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I want to express my gratitude to Ms. Janani Yagnamurthy for her dedicated effort

in managing this course. Additionally, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Krishnan Subramaniam for delivering an exceptionally effective online course.

It stands out as one of the finest educational experiences I've encountered online.

Thanks to both for your invaluable contributions.

Mr. Mahdi Sedigh

Logistics Specialist, UAE

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The course was well-structured, progressing from basic to advanced topics, with comprehensive materials and interactive sessions that deepened my understanding. The instructors were accessible, helping clarify doubts, and the content was highly relevant to my role in the shipping industry.

It provided practical insights into complex shipping processes like regulations, ship types, and contracts, enhancing my knowledge significantly. I highly recommend this course to anyone in the shipping industry or those looking to expand their understanding of the field

Ms. Gehan Amin,

Administration Manager, Kuwait

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Excellent Is the word i will use for this course

Having 18+ years of shipping experience and then going through this course was an excellent refresher. Adding maximum value was the tutor's online sessions; I thoroughly enjoyed the course. Please convey my best wishes to all the tutors; I am really indebted to them. Lastly, these online sessions have been recorded; it's worth listening to them again and again.

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Mohammed Ali,

Team Lead - GAC Global Hub Operations, UAE

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An excellent professional practical course.

I learned a lot from this course that will benefit me in my current job role.

I wasn't able to attend the live classes because I work shifts, but I did study tutorial videos on weekends; a special thank you to the ICS team for allowing working employees to learn through this method.

Particular gratitude to Krishnan Subramaniam, sir; his example-based teaching method is very exceptional.

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Gagan Manjunatha,

Shipping Operations Executive, UAE

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