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Yacht Purser Course©
In recognition of the increasing standards and demands on-board yachts, The Crew Academy has developed a comprehensive training for on-board yacht administrators to prepare them for the demanding requirements of a Purser. The only one of its kind PYA accredited course in the industry, the Yacht Purser Course© was born due to the demand from yacht management and crew alike to enable crew to progress seamlessly through the ranks to Purser and furthermore provide key support to Captains, Head of Departments and Shore Management.
Course Outline
During this intensive 3-week training course, students are assessed weekly by means of written examinations, presentations and group work.
Key Outcomes
Students emerge from this training proficient in the administrative duties required and armed with the knowledge to carry out all tasks that are often associated and requested from the role of a Purser.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion each student will receive, The Crew Academy and PYA accredited ‘The Purser Course’ certificate along with the following four G.U.E.S.T. accredited courses: Yacht Interior Management (23/MM), Yacht Interior Leadership (24/ML), Accounting & Budgeting and Introduction to International Safety Management.
Professional Memberships
As a continuation of the professional support the academy provides, we are now thrilled to offer all graduates the opportunity to receive a free one-year membership with either Professional Yachting Association (PYA) or with Nautilus International.
Price
Prices are set at €5,500 per course in 2017/18, which includes all training material, private accommodation, and daily breakfast and lunch at the academy (excluding weekends) for the 3-week duration Number of delegates per course is a minimum of 3 and maximum of 6 to ensure optimal training results.
Accredited
Course Modules
Module 1
The Role of the Purser
Module 2
Port clearances
Module 3
Destination management
Module 4
Muster duties & yacht operations
Module 5
Maritime organisation
Module 6
Crew
Module 7
IDEA Yacht database software Module 8
Charter
Module 9
Accounting
Module 10
Microsoft Office
Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Module 11
Budget Management
Module 12
Refit Management
Assessment
3 Written Exams
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