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Course

Introduction to Shipping

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Course code
CESF 109
Duration
27 hours
Marine transportation powers international trade. It moves everything — from raw materials to consumer goods — across global supply chains. As smooth as that movement may seem, there’s a vast network of systems, roles, and regulations behind it.

Our Introduction to Shipping course helps you explore that network by breaking down each phase of shipping. You’ll learn how cargo moves across international waters, how commercial agreements are structured, and how regulation and safety standards are enforced. This course is your starting point for gaining the knowledge you need to grow in marine transportation.

Upcoming date(s)

Term
Section
mode
Fees

September 16 – November 11, 2025
Tu 18:00 – 21:00
Fall
OL
Online
$700.00
Term
Fall
Section
OL
mode
Online
Fees
$700.00

September 16 – November 11, 2025
Tu 18:00 – 21:00
Fall
1
In-person
$700.00
Term
Fall
Section
1
mode
In-person
Fees
$700.00

Your takeaways

• Understand the role of marine transportation in international trade and supply chains to better recognize where you can bring value.
• Identify key trade routes and cargo types to better navigate shipping operations.
• Distinguish between dry bulk, liquid bulk, and containerized shipping sectors to simplify your work across different parts of the industry.
• Explain ship registration, flag state responsibilities, and coastal state authority to better navigate the legal and operational side.
• Understand global shipping regulations and their impact on sustainability to contribute to safe and responsible practices.

Our approach

Through a blend of expert instruction and industry case studies, you’ll explore the complex systems that keep global shipping running.

Who benefits the most?

• Professionals in shipping, transport, or import/export who want to move into the growing marine transportation industry.
• Legal, financial, or accounting professionals looking to build sector-specific knowledge of global shipping.
• Manufacturers and business owners who rely on overseas shipping and need to understand the industry.

Course structure

  • In-person or live online classes led by an industry expert from the Shipping Federation of Canada
  • One 3-hour class per week for 9 weeks
  • Theoretical and practical learning through industry case studies

 

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In-person location
Shipping Federation of Canada
800 Cote du Beaver Hall, Suite 1717
Montreal, QC

 

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