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Masters · 1500 h · 11 modules
Master's in Advanced Training for Captains and Bridge Officers
Is designed to enhance your leadership and decision-making skills in today's maritime environment. Expand your knowledge in crisis management, advanced navigation, and international maritime law. This comprehensive program will…
Duration1500 h
FormatOnline
Starts4 January
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Master’s in Advanced Training for Captains and Bridge Officers?
The Master's in Advanced Training for Captains and Deck Officers is designed to enhance your leadership and decision-making skills in today's maritime environment. Expand your knowledge in crisis management, advanced navigation, and international maritime law. This comprehensive program will equip you with the necessary tools to face the challenges of command with confidence and professionalism.
Differentiating Advantages
- Strategic Leadership: Develop effective leadership skills to manage teams and complex situations.
- Critical Scenario Simulation: Participate in realistic simulations to improve your emergency response capabilities.
- Up-to-date Legal Framework: Master international maritime law and the latest regulations.
- Precision Navigation: Refine your navigation techniques and optimize vessel safety.
- Professional Networking: Connect with industry experts and expand your professional network.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,500 hours
Modules
11
Programme highlights
- Advanced Navigation: Master the latest techniques in route planning, track management, and the use of ECDIS systems.
- Leadership and Crisis Management: Develop skills in effective leadership, communication in critical situations, and decision-making under pressure.
- International Maritime Law: Deepen your knowledge of maritime law, international conventions, and safety regulations.
- Drills and Emergencies: Participate in realistic drills of onboard emergency situations, improving your response and coordination skills.
- Promotion Preparation: Gain the training and skills necessary to advance your career and access positions of greater responsibility. Prepare to lead with excellence in today's challenging maritime environment.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Leadership, command and comprehensive management of the navigation bridge
- Strategic functions of the captain and bridge officers in safe driving of the ship and operational decision making
- Organisation of the navigation bridge, distribution of responsibilities and coordination between officers and crew
- Maritime Leadership, Professional Authority, Human Factor Management and High Performance Team Development
- Bridge Resource Management (BRM) applied to the optimisation of human, technological and operational resources
- Effective communication between bridge, engine room, deck, pilots, tugboats and maritime control centres
- Stress management, workload, fatigue, and decision making under pressure during critical operations
- Culture of safety, operational discipline and continuous improvement in bridge management
- Professional ethics, responsibility of command and legal obligations of the captain during international navigation
- Document management, logs, operational records and administrative control of the bridge
- Integration of leadership, technology and management of the human factor to ensure safe and efficient maritime operations
02
Advanced navigation, ocean planning and decision making
- Comprehensive defeat planning Considering meteorology, oceanography, maritime traffic and operational restrictions
- Coastal, oceanic, polar navigation and in areas of high operational complexity
- Route optimisation through weather analysis, currents, fuel consumption and energy efficiency
- Advanced management of electronic charts, nautical publications and hydrographic information systems
- Navigation procedures in restricted steps, channels, straits and areas of heavy traffic
- Risk assessment during the planning and execution of the defeat
- Dynamic decision-making in the face of weather changes, breakdowns, sea congestion and operational emergencies
- Coordination with VTS services, Pilots and maritime authorities during special operations
- Continuous assessment of journey progress through operational indicators and monitoring systems
- Development of advanced strategies for safe, efficient and sustainable navigation in any maritime scenario
03
Electronic navigation systems and intelligent bridge technologies
- Operational integration of radar, ARPA, ECDIS, AIS, GNSS and electronic navigation systems
- Advanced configuration of alarms, filters, parametres and electronic aids for decision making
- Redundancy management, cross-validation of information and prevention of technological errors
- Bridge automation using intelligent navigation support systems
- Integration of meteorological, oceanographic and real-time monitoring systems
- Cybersecurity applied to electronic navigation systems and protection of critical infrastructure of the bridge
- Diagnosis of electronic failures and operational recovery procedures
- Use of artificial intelligence and predictive analytics applied to modern navigation
- Trends in autonomous navigation, smart ships and digital transformation of the bridge
- Development of advanced skills to operate technological navigation systems with high safety standards
04
Advanced manoeuvre of ships and special operations
- Advanced manoeuvre during berthing, unlocking, anchoring and heading changes in restricted spaces
- Management of tugs, pilots and manoeuvreing equipment in complex port operations
- Navigation in conditions of low visibility, ice, strong currents and severe storms
- Emergency manoeuvres for propulsion loss, governance or critical navigation systems
- Search and rescue operations from the command bridge
- Manoeuvres of man overboard, abandoning the ship and response to maritime emergencies
- Offshore operations, personnel transfer, supply and support to marine platforms
- Management of operations with dangerous goods and special cargo during navigation
- Tactical coordination during convoys, military operations or maritime security missions
- Development of advanced procedures to execute safe manoeuvres in high-complexity scenarios
05
Maritime safety, risk management and ship protection
- Advanced evaluation of operational risks during all phases of navigation
- Application of the PBIP code and management of ship protection against external threats
- Prevention of approaches through advanced application of the International Regulation to Prevent Approaches (COLREG)
- Management of emergency related to fire, flood, pollution and structural failures
- Coordination of response teams and command centres during critical incidents
- Protection against piracy, maritime terrorism, polising and illicit activities
- Management of investigations after accidents and maritime incidents
- Internal audits, inspections and continuous improvement of safety
- Development of performance indicators for the preventive management of maritime risk
- Integration of safety, protection and operational resilience strategies in bridge management
06
Weather, oceanography and navigation in extreme conditions
- Advanced interpretation of weather charts, satellite images, and prediction numerical models
- Influence of currents, tides, waves and ocean phenomena on navigation
- Navigation in tropical cyclones, severe storms, fog, ice and polar conditions
- Weather risk management during prolonged ocean crossings
- Route optimisation through Weather Routing and Advanced Oceanographic Analysis
- Procedures for minimising ship movements and protecting cargo, passengers and crew
- Use of specialised meteorological services and automatic maritime prediction systems
- Continuous assessment of environmental conditions during defeat
- Operational adaptation strategies against climate change and extreme phenomena
- Development of advanced skills to navigate safely in any weather and oceanographic condition
07
Maritime Law, Document Management and Responsibilities of the Captain
- Captain's legal responsibilities during national and international navigation
- Document management of the ship in accordance with international regulations and requirements of maritime administrations
- Inspection procedures by the governing state of the port and compliance with international agreements
- Management of accidents, breakdowns, sea protests, claims and civil responsibilities
- Relations with shipowners, insurers, port authorities and international organisations
- Management of transport contracts, commercial documentation and operations with international cargo
- Legal protection of crew and compliance with maritime labour regulations
- Environmental responsibility derived from maritime operations and pollution prevention
- Professional ethics and decision making with legal and commercial implications
- Development of powers to exercise command with full knowledge of the international maritime legal framework
08
Operational management, energy efficiency and sustainability of the ship
- Optimisation of operations to reduce fuel consumption and polluting emissions
- Application of efficient navigation strategies and reduction of operating costs
- Energy management of the ship during navigation, manoeuvreing and port operations
- Compliance with international environmental regulations applicable to maritime transport
- Coordination between bridge and machines to optimise operational performance
- Waste management, ballast water, emissions and protection of the marine environment
- Use of intelligent technologies for energy monitoring and continuous improvement
- Evaluation of operational efficiency and sustainability indicators
- Strategies for the transition to more sustainable and digitized maritime operations
- Integration of efficiency, sustainability and profitability in modern ship management
09
Advanced simulation, operational training and crisis management
- Use of bridge simulators for training in complex navigation scenarios
- Simulation of maritime emergencies, technological failures and high demand operations
- Decision-making training under pressure and human factor management
- Evaluation of individual and collective performance through simulation exercises
- Development of coordination exercises between bridge, machines and emergency equipment
- Operational crisis management through structured response procedures
- Simulation of incidents related to contamination, security, boarding and evacuations
- Lesson analysis and continuous improvement based on simulations
- Preparation for audits, inspections and evaluations of professional competence
- Development of advanced capabilities through hands-on training in realistic operational scenarios
10
Commercial management, cargo operations and third party relations
- Charters and obligations of the captain
- Planning and monitoring of cargo operations
- Stowage, Lashing and stress calculation
- Relations with agents, pilots and port authorities
- Vetting inspections and control by the governing of the port
- Cargo claim management
- Sea protests and legal documentation
- Communication with the Shipping Company and the Shipowner
- Vessel budget management
- Travel and reporting reports
11
Master’s Final Project in Advanced Training for Captains and Bridge Officers
- Defining a high complexity navigation scenario with multiple operational variables and associated risks
- Comprehensive ship diagnosis, defeat, weather conditions, maritime traffic, human resources and operational limitations
- Design of the complete navigation plan incorporating safety, efficiency, protection and regulatory compliance
- Preparation of the manoeuvre plan, communications, coordination with authorities and document management of the trip
- Development of emergency response protocols, technology failures, maritime incidents and operational crises
- Integration of electronic tools, intelligent systems and navigation optimisation strategies
- Preparation of the risk management plan, operational continuity and improvement of the performance of the command bridge
- Assessment of safety, energy efficiency, sustainability and operational performance indicators of the project
- Drafting of the technical report with the operational, legal, technological and strategic analysis of the proposal developed
- Presentation and defence of the final project with technical, operational, regulatory and strategic validation of the comprehensive management of the designed navigation bridge.
Workload
Study Time and Workload
1500 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Captains and First Officers seeking certification of excellence and updates on the latest maritime regulations and technologies.Deck Officers with advancement ambitions who wish to enhance their leadership, strategic decision-making, and management of multicultural teams.Maritime professionals (VTS, pilots, inspectors) interested in a comprehensive and advanced view of bridge operations and sa
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Efficiently manage human and material resources on board
- 02To lead and effectively coordinate maritime emergency operations
- 03Apply international standards to ensure maritime safety and environmental protection
- 04Optimize navigation through the advanced use of technologies and information systems
- 05Develop critical decision-making skills in high-pressure situations
- 06To deepen knowledge of ship stability and cargo handling
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Captain: Leadership and comprehensive management of vessels, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
03Advanced Bridge Officer: Responsible for safe and efficient navigation, with specialized knowledge in bridge resource management and marine meteorology.
04Maritime Superintendent: Supervision of operations, regulatory compliance, and fleet safety management.
05Maritime Safety Inspector: Evaluation and control of compliance with maritime safety regulations on board vessels.
06Maritime Consultant: Specialized advice in areas such as safety, operations, and regulatory compliance for shipping companies and regulatory bodies.
07Maritime Accident Investigator: Analysis of the causes of maritime accidents and formulation of recommendations to prevent future ones. incidents.
08Maritime Instructor: Training future officers and captains, imparting advanced knowledge and skills in navigation and ship management.
09Fleet Manager: Optimizing ship management, including maintenance, personnel recruitment, and regulatory compliance.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Captains and bridge officers.
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.
Yeah.
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 Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
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