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MODULE 5
Maritime Organization
Objectives
To gain an understanding of:
The structure of the laws and procedures regulating the yachting industry.
Content and importance of: SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL and MLC2006.
Flag States Roles and Responsibilities.
Content
• Historical background and the legal structure
• ISM – International Safety Management
• ISPS – International Ship Port Security
• Flag state
• MLC 2006
MODULE 7
Charter
Objectives
To gain an understanding of:
The process leading up to a signed charter agreement.
The understanding of content of the standard MYBA charter agreement.
EU VAT regulations in relation to importation of the yacht. EU VAT regulations for charter vessels.
The specifics of the charter accounts - what to include and what to leave out.
Guest relations and how to communicate and handle complaints from guests.
Content
MODULE 6
Crew
Objectives
To gain an understanding of:
How international regulations affect the daily management of crew certificates and SEA’s.
The interaction between the vessel, management company, flag state.
How to administer crew salaries, holidays and flights. Visas and how to apply.
Content
• The legal organisation
• STCW Convention
• Endorsement and management of certificates • Minimum safe manning
• Crew contracts (SEA’s), medical insurance,
salaries, payroll, visas
MODULE 8
Accounting
Objectives
To gain an understanding of:
The basic accounting process and principles.
The importance of good and consistent bookkeeping skills and account plan knowledge.
The use of spreadsheets for monthly accounts procedures. Voly Accounting Software. Internal controls.
Purchase orders and invoicing procedures.
VAT and implications.
Content
• Management Expectations
• Basic accounting principles and definitions • Bookkeeping and cash accounts
• Float and credit card management
• The purchase procedure
Internal controls / Audits
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The charter process
Charter agreements and the responsibilities in relation to them
VAT issues
Charter accounts
Complaint handling
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