Diploma in Compliance and Port Regulations
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Compliance and Port Regulations
Prepares you to lead compliance management in the dynamic port sector. Learn to interpret and apply national and international regulations, minimizing legal and operational risks. This program provides you with the tools to develop and implement effective compliance programs, optimizing the efficiency and reputation of your organization.
Differentiating Advantages
- Practical Approach: analysis of real-world cases and audit simulations.
- Industry Experts: instruction provided by professionals with extensive experience in port compliance.
- Professional Networking: access to a network of key contacts in the industry.
- Specialized Certification: recognition of your skills in port compliance.
- Constant Updates: content updated with the latest trends and regulations in the sector.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 01-10-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Lawyers and consultants seeking to specialize in port regulation, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Port directors and managers interested in strengthening their skills in governance, business ethics, and sustainability.
- Public officials and regulators needing a deep understanding of the laws and standards governing port activity.
- Logistics and foreign trade professionals wanting to optimize their operations through knowledge of the port legal framework.
- Safety and environmental officers seeking to implement effective compliance and corporate social responsibility strategies.
Flexibility and up-to-date content
Aimed at professionals Active: updated content, case studies and strategic networking with industry experts.
Objectives and competencies

Implement and monitor port regulatory compliance programs:
“Develop and implement anti-corruption, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing policies adapted to the port context, ensuring due diligence in operations and reporting suspicious activities to the competent authorities.”

Managing and mitigating legal and operational risks in the port sector:
Implement emergency response plans (fires, spills, security incidents) and conduct regular drills, coordinating with authorities and emergency services.

Interpret and apply national and international port legislation:
“Identify laws and regulations relevant to the specific port operation (ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL), ensuring compliance and minimizing legal and environmental risks.”

Develop skills for auditing and continuous improvement of port compliance:
“To evaluate the effectiveness of port risk management systems and propose improvements based on international best practices.”

Design and implement crime prevention strategies in the port environment:
“Develop access control protocols, perimeter surveillance and sensitive information management, integrating technology (CCTV, biometrics) and personnel trained in port security.”

Leading the response to incidents and crises in the field of port compliance:
“Implement predefined contingency plans, communicating effectively with port authorities and response teams, ensuring the continuity of operations and minimizing the reputational impact.”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- National and international regulatory framework for port security.
- Risk assessment in port facilities: identification and analysis.
- Regulations on the protection of ships and port facilities (ISPS Code).
- Management of physical security: access control, surveillance, and perimeter protection.
- Cybersecurity in the port environment: threats and preventive measures.
- Emergency and contingency plans: development and implementation.
- Control of dangerous goods: storage, handling, and transport.
- Inspection and audit procedures in port security.
- Collaboration with authorities and security agencies (customs, police, etc.).
- Staff training and awareness in port security.
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- Port Legal Framework: National and international laws, regulations, and standards.
- Regulatory Bodies: Functions and powers of port and maritime authorities.
- Due Diligence: Implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Risk Management in Port Operations: Identification, assessment, and mitigation.
- Maritime Security: Protection of ships, port facilities, and people (ISPS Code).
- Access Control and Surveillance: Physical and technological security systems.
- Environmental Protection: Waste management, pollution prevention, and emergency response.
- Port Labor Regulations: Working conditions, occupational health and safety.
- Compliance Audits: Preparation, execution, and Follow-up on findings.
- Ethics and transparency in port management: Prevention of corruption and conflicts of interest.
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- Port Regulatory Framework: National and international regulations.
- Port Physical Security: Access control, CCTV, perimeter fencing.
- Maritime Security (ISPS Code): Risk assessment, security plans, drills and simulations.
- Dangerous Goods Management (IMDG): Classification, stowage, segregation, and emergency response.
- Pollution Prevention: MARPOL, contingency plans, waste management.
- Occupational Health and Safety: Risk prevention in port operations, personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Emergency Response: Emergency plans, coordination with authorities, spill control, and Fires.
- Port Cybersecurity: Protection of critical systems, incident response, staff awareness.
- Business Continuity Management: Impact analysis, recovery plans, testing, and maintenance.
- Compliance Audits: Preparation, execution, and reporting; follow-up of corrective actions.
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- Port Legal and Regulatory Framework: National and international regulations.
- Maritime Security: SOLAS, ISPS, and other relevant conventions.
- Port Risk Management: Identification, assessment, and control.
- Port Emergency Procedures: Contingency and response plans.
- Safe Loading and Unloading Operations: Standards and best practices.
- Protection of the Port Environment: MARPOL, waste management, and pollution prevention.
- Access Control and Surveillance: Physical security and cybersecurity protocols.
- Handling of Dangerous Goods (IMDG): Storage, transport, and Handling.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Use, maintenance, and regulations.
- Compliance and Safety Audits: Preparation, execution, and follow-up.
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- Legal and Regulatory Framework: International, national, and local regulations applicable to the port sector.
- Risk Management: Identification, analysis, evaluation, and treatment of risks in port operations.
- Port Facility Security: Access control, surveillance, and electronic security systems.
- Maritime Security: Compliance with the ISPS Code, port and vessel security plans.
- Regulatory Compliance: Development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures.
- Emergency Management: Contingency plans, drills, and coordination with authorities and emergency services.
- Occupational Health and Safety: Prevention of occupational hazards, personal protective equipment, and training.
- Protection Environmental: Waste management, pollution prevention, spill response.
Audits and inspections: Preparation, execution, and follow-up of internal and external audits.
Ethics and transparency: Fostering a culture of integrity and compliance in the port sector.
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Career opportunities
- Port Compliance Officer: Implementation and monitoring of regulatory compliance programs.
- Port Regulations Auditor: Evaluation of compliance with regulations and standards in ports.
- Port Compliance Consultant: Advising companies and organizations on regulatory compliance.
- Port Security and Protection Officer: Management of the security and protection of port facilities, according to regulations.
- Port Risk Manager: Identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks in the port sector.
- Port Regulation Specialist: Analysis and application of port legislation and regulations.
- Port Compliance and Regulations Trainer: Development and facilitation of compliance training programs regulatory.
- Port Administration Technician: Support in the administrative and operational management of ports, ensuring regulatory compliance.
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Admission requirements

Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.

Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.

Documentation:
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.

Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates

1. Online
application
(form + documents).

2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).

3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).

4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.

5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Regulatory Mastery: Delve into national and international port legislation, avoiding penalties and optimizing processes.
- Risk Management: Learn to identify and mitigate compliance risks, protecting your organization’s reputation and value.
- Comprehensive Compliance: Implement an effective compliance program, aligned with industry best practices and standards.
- Case Studies: Analyze real-world cases and simulate complex scenarios, developing skills for strategic decision-making.
- Certified Experts: Receive training from professionals with extensive experience in port compliance, gaining up-to-date and practical.
Testimonials
This diploma program provided me with the necessary tools to implement an effective compliance program at my port terminal. Thanks to the knowledge I gained, we significantly reduced legal and operational risks, optimized our processes, and improved our reputation with authorities and clients. The program’s practical approach, with real-world case studies and the instructors’ expertise, was fundamental to achieving these results.
The Diploma in Maritime Law & Management provided me with the necessary tools to advance to my current position as Superintendent of Port Operations. The knowledge I gained regarding international regulations, risk management, and port logistics was fundamental in optimizing the efficiency of our operations and significantly reducing delays at the port.
This diploma program provided me with the tools and knowledge necessary to implement an effective compliance program in my port company. Thanks to the training received, we were able to significantly reduce legal and operational risks, optimize our processes, and improve our reputation with authorities and clients.
This diploma program provided me with the necessary tools to implement an effective compliance system in my port company. Thanks to the knowledge I gained about national and international regulations, we were able to significantly reduce legal and operational risks, optimize our processes, and improve our reputation with clients and authorities.
Frequently asked questions
The maritime and port sector.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Port and logistics sector.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Port Legal and Regulatory Framework: National and International
- Port Security: Threats, Risks, and Vulnerabilities
- Protection of Port Facilities: ISPS, physical and logical security measures
- Occupational Health and Safety Management in the Port Sector
- Safe Port Operations: Loading, unloading, stowage, and unstowage
- Handling of Dangerous Goods: IMDG, handling, and storage
- Contingency and Emergency Plans: Fires, spills, security incidents
- Access Control and permit management in the port area
- Cybersecurity in the port environment: Data and systems protection
- Compliance Audits and Inspections in port security and operations
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor