Regulations and Permits Course
Why this course?
The Regulations and Permits
course
This course provides you with the expert knowledge to navigate the complex world of regulations. Gain a deep understanding of the legal frameworks that impact your industry and learn to efficiently manage permitting processes. This program equips you with the tools and strategies necessary to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize risks, and optimize your operations. Become a leader in regulatory management.
This course provides you with the expert knowledge to navigate the complex world of regulations.
Key Benefits
- Detailed Analysis: Decipher the most relevant regulations for your sector.
- Simplified Processes: Master best practices for obtaining permits.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate the risks associated with regulatory non-compliance.
- Case Studies: Apply your knowledge to real and challenging situations.
- Continuous Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest regulatory changes and trends.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Cursos
- Hours: 150 H
- Start date: 25-04-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Entrepreneurs and business owners who want to understand the permits and regulations needed to operate legally and avoid fines.
- Managers and directors responsible for regulatory compliance in their companies who need a clear and up-to-date guide on applicable regulations.
- Legal and administrative professionals who want to expand their knowledge of the specific regulations of different industries and sectors.
- Students and recent graduates in areas such as business administration, law, or accounting who want a solid foundation to understand the business regulatory framework.
- Anyone interested in starting a business or understanding the regulations that affect businesses, from the local to the national level.
Flexibility and Access
Learn at your own pace with downloadable materials, explanatory videos, and 24/7 online access so you can study whenever and wherever you want.
Objectives and competencies
Ensuring regulatory compliance in projects:
“Implement and maintain a management system that ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulations and standards throughout the project life cycle, including internal and external audits.”
Obtain and manage permissions efficiently:
“Communicate clear and concise intentions, anticipating risks and coordinating with port authorities and other vessels.”
Navigate and interpret complex regulations accurately:
“Use the International Standards for the Securing and Transport of Dangerous Goods (IMDG) according to the type of vessel and cargo, adapting to the guidelines of the port authority and coordinating with shore personnel.”
Minimize legal risks and penalties for non-compliance:
“Implement and maintain a robust regulatory compliance program, including regular internal and external audits.”
Implement proactive strategies for adapting to regulatory changes:
“Establish a system for continuous monitoring of relevant maritime and environmental legislation, and develop flexible action plans for their rapid implementation, involving all operational and administrative areas of the organization.”
Establish robust internal audit processes to verify compliance:
“Document findings, propose improvement plans, and effectively monitor corrective actions.”
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
- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Key concepts, objectives, and scope.
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, organic and ordinary laws, regulations.
- Authorizations and Licenses: Types, requirements, and obtaining processes.
- Administrative Liability: Infringements, sanctions, and appeals.
- Sanctioning Regime: Types of sanctions, criteria for determining severity, and statute of limitations.
- Common Administrative Procedure: Stages, deadlines, and administrative appeals.
- Transparency and Access to Public Information: Laws and their application.
- Personal Data Protection: GDPR, LOPDGDD, and compliance.
- Sector-Specific Regulations: Adaptation to different industries and activities.
- Document Management: Creation, storage, and archiving of required documentation.
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- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Definition, scope, and importance.
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, laws, regulations, and applicable standards.
- Licenses and Authorizations: Types, requirements, and processes for obtaining and renewing them.
- Sector-Specific Regulations: Industry-specific regulations (e.g., environmental, health, etc.).
- Administrative and Criminal Liability: Consequences of regulatory non-compliance.
- Compliance Management Systems: Implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
- Audits and Internal Controls: Methodology, risk assessment, and action plans.
- Due Diligence: Investigation, analysis, and mitigation of risks Legal.
- Personal Data Protection: Compliance with GDPR and local regulations.
- Business Ethics and Code of Conduct: Principles, values, and reporting channels.
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- Introduction to regulations: Hierarchy, scope of application, and general principles
- International legal framework: Relevant conventions, treaties, and agreements
- Sectoral licenses: Types, requirements, renewal, and revocation
- Administrative authorizations: Application procedure, deadlines, and appeals
- Environmental impact assessment: Studies, declarations, and monitoring
- Urban planning regulations: Planning schemes, building and activity permits
- Occupational health and safety: Risk prevention regulations and compliance
- Data protection: GDPR, LOPDGDD, and regulatory compliance
- Inspections and sanctions: Procedures, defense, and corrective measures
- Regulatory update and legal change management
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- Introduction to Permits and Their Types: Licenses, Authorizations, Concessions.
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, Laws, Decrees, Regulations.
- Specific Sectoral Regulations: Environmental, Urban Planning, Health, etc.
- Permit Obtaining Process: Application, Documentation, Procedures.
- Regulatory Compliance: Obligations, Requirements, Standards.
- Legal Responsibilities: Sanctions, Infractions, Offenses.
- Audits and Inspections: Preparation, Execution, Follow-up.
- Document Management: Filing, Version Control, Updates.
- Ethics and Transparency: Principles, Codes of Conduct, Reporting.
- Strategies for Effective and Proactive Compliance.
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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.
Plan de estudio - Módulos
- 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
- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Key concepts, objectives, and scope.
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, organic and ordinary laws, regulations.
- Authorizations and Licenses: Types, requirements, and obtaining processes.
- Administrative Liability: Infringements, sanctions, and appeals.
- Sanctioning Regime: Types of sanctions, criteria for determining severity, and statute of limitations.
- Common Administrative Procedure: Stages, deadlines, and administrative appeals.
- Transparency and Access to Public Information: Laws and their application.
- Personal Data Protection: GDPR, LOPDGDD, and compliance.
- Sector-Specific Regulations: Adaptation to different industries and activities.
- Document Management: Creation, storage, and archiving of required documentation.
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- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Definition, scope, and importance.
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, laws, regulations, and applicable standards.
- Licenses and Authorizations: Types, requirements, and processes for obtaining and renewing them.
- Sector-Specific Regulations: Industry-specific regulations (e.g., environmental, health, etc.).
- Administrative and Criminal Liability: Consequences of regulatory non-compliance.
- Compliance Management Systems: Implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
- Audits and Internal Controls: Methodology, risk assessment, and action plans.
- Due Diligence: Investigation, analysis, and mitigation of risks Legal.
- Personal Data Protection: Compliance with GDPR and local regulations.
- Business Ethics and Code of Conduct: Principles, values, and reporting channels.
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- Introduction to regulations: Hierarchy, scope of application, and general principles
- International legal framework: Relevant conventions, treaties, and agreements
- Sectoral licenses: Types, requirements, renewal, and revocation
- Administrative authorizations: Application procedure, deadlines, and appeals
- Environmental impact assessment: Studies, declarations, and monitoring
- Urban planning regulations: Planning schemes, building and activity permits
- Occupational health and safety: Risk prevention regulations and compliance
- Data protection: GDPR, LOPDGDD, and regulatory compliance
- Inspections and sanctions: Procedures, defense, and corrective measures
- Regulatory update and legal change management
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- Introduction to Permits and Their Types: Licenses, Authorizations, Concessions.
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, Laws, Decrees, Regulations.
- Specific Sectoral Regulations: Environmental, Urban Planning, Health, etc.
- Permit Obtaining Process: Application, Documentation, Procedures.
- Regulatory Compliance: Obligations, Requirements, Standards.
- Legal Responsibilities: Sanctions, Infractions, Offenses.
- Audits and Inspections: Preparation, Execution, Follow-up.
- Document Management: Filing, Version Control, Updates.
- Ethics and Transparency: Principles, Codes of Conduct, Reporting.
- Strategies for Effective and Proactive Compliance.
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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.
- Introduction to regulations: Hierarchy of laws, regulations, and standards.
- Sector-specific regulations: Applicable legislation according to the activity (construction, industry, services, etc.).
- Permits and licenses: Types, requirements, deadlines, and competent authorities.
- Administrative procedures: Applications, notifications, and appeals.
- Mandatory documentation: Preparation, registration, filing, and preservation.
- Document management: Document management systems (DMS), digitization, and access.
- Audits and inspections: Preparation, development, and follow-up of nonconformities.
- Legal liability and penalties: Types, consequences, and prevention.
- Regulatory updates: Information sources and monitoring of changes Legislative.
- Compliance and ethics: Culture of regulatory compliance and best practices.
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- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Definition, Scope, and Importance
- General Legal Framework: Constitution, relevant laws, decrees, and regulations
- Specific Sectoral Regulations: Analysis of regulations by industry (e.g., environmental, construction, etc.)
- Permits and Licenses: Types, requirements, application and renewal processes
- Legal Responsibilities: Consequences of non-compliance, offenses, and penalties
- Due Diligence and Risk Assessment: Identification, analysis, and mitigation of legal risks
- Compliance Management Systems (QMS): Structure, implementation, and continuous improvement
- Compliance Audits: Types, preparation, execution, and follow-up of findings
- Business Ethics and Code of Conduct: Promoting Integrity and Transparency
- Incident Reporting and Crisis Management: Response Protocols and Procedures
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- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Definition, scope, and objectives.
- Legal Framework: Applicable laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., local, state, federal, international).
- Identifying Permits: Types of permits required according to the activity and jurisdiction.
- Applying for and Obtaining Permits: Requirements, processes, and timelines.
- Document Management: Creation, organization, storage, and control of documents.
- Audits and Inspections: Preparation, execution, and follow-up of results.
- Updates and Renewals: Maintaining the validity of permits and documents.
- Document Management Software: Tools and technologies for efficient management.
- Responsibilities and Roles: Task assignment and monitoring of compliance.
Reporting and Incident Management: Identification, documentation, and resolution of nonconformities.
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- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Definitions and Scope.
- General Legal Framework: Applicable Laws, Decrees, and Regulations.
- Licenses and Authorizations: Types, Requirements, and Obtaining Processes.
- Management of Sector-Specific Permits: Environment, Health, Industry, etc.
- Mandatory Legal Documentation: Books, Records, and Files.
- Preparation and Updating of Procedure Manuals.
- Specific Regulations: Data Protection, Occupational Risk Prevention, etc.
- Internal and External Compliance Audits.
- Electronic Document Management: Software, Digitization, and Storage.
- Legal Liability and Penalties for Non-Compliance.
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Career opportunities
- Regulatory Consultant: Interpretation and application of regulations in various sectors.
- Permit and License Manager: Processing and monitoring of government authorizations.
- Regulatory Compliance Specialist: Internal and external audits, improvement plans.
- Regulatory Impact Analyst: Evaluation of the costs and benefits of new regulations.
- Government Affairs Officer: Liaison between companies and regulatory authorities.
- Safety and Environment Technician: Preparation of reports and contingency plans.
- Specialized Legal Advisor: Interpretation and defense of interests in regulatory matters.
- Trainer in Specific Regulations: Training of personnel on 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.
5. Induction
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: Immerse yourself in the key regulations that govern your sector, from environmental regulations to safety laws.
- Strategic Permits: Learn the process of obtaining essential permits, optimizing time and resources for your projects.
- Compliance and Auditing: Develop skills to ensure continuous compliance and prepare for successful audits.
- Continuous Updates: Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and their impact on your operations, minimizing legal risks.
- Case Studies: Apply your knowledge through real-world case studies, strengthening your decision-making skills informed.
Testimonials
“Thanks to this training in regulations and permits, I was able to successfully lead the opening of our new production plant, complying with all legal requirements and obtaining the necessary licenses in record time, which allowed the launch of our product as planned and an immediate positive impact on the company’s profitability.”
This course provided me with the necessary tools to optimize operations in a marina, allowing me to implement a new mooring management system that increased efficiency by 15% and customer satisfaction by 20%.
“During my training in regulations and permits, I gained in-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. This enabled me to successfully lead the acquisition of crucial permits for a complex infrastructure project, anticipating and resolving regulatory hurdles that would otherwise have caused significant delays and additional costs. The project was completed on time and within budget, thanks to the experience I gained.”
“Thanks to this training in regulations and permits, I was able to successfully lead the implementation of a new environmental management system in my company, complying with all legal requirements and obtaining the environmental license in record time, which allowed us to start operations without delays and avoid possible penalties.”
Frequently asked questions
Protect public health and safety, welfare and the environment.
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.
These are rules and authorizations issued by government authorities that control certain activities or industries.
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.
- Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Definitions and Scope.
- General Legal Framework: Applicable Laws, Decrees, and Regulations.
- Licenses and Authorizations: Types, Requirements, and Obtaining Processes.
- Management of Sector-Specific Permits: Environment, Health, Industry, etc.
- Mandatory Legal Documentation: Books, Records, and Files.
- Preparation and Updating of Procedure Manuals.
- Specific Regulations: Data Protection, Occupational Risk Prevention, etc.
- Internal and External Compliance Audits.
- Electronic Document Management: Software, Digitization, and Storage.
- Legal Liability and Penalties for Non-Compliance.
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Request information
- Complete the Application Form
- Attach your CV/Qualifications (if you have them to hand).
- Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you want the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
Teachers
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.