VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Shipping Logistics and Practice Course (SLPC) From 1.10.1996 to 31.10.1996 From 11.11.1996 to 11.12.1996 From 9.4.1998 to 25.6.1998 From 21.9.2001 to 22.11.2001 From 14.1.2002 to 25.3.2002 From 10.7.2002 to 9.9.2002 From 25.9.2003 to 11.12.2003 From 22.4.2004 to 28.5.2004 From 31.8.2004 to 12.10.2004 From 9.11.2004 14.12.2004 From 10.1.2005 to 2.3.2005 From 24.5.2005 28.6.2005 From 13.9.2005 2.11.2005 From 10.1.2006 28.2.2006 From 17.7.2006 28.8.2006 From 31.7.2007 4.9.2007 From 11.8.2009 10.9.2009 From 21.6.2010 9.8.2010 From 22.2.2011 29.3.2011 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for junior to middle level staff of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to appreciate participants with the concept of the types and functions of different documents and the skills to do a types and cost-effective logistics operations and General philosophy of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and third-party logistics in the shipping & logistics industry.
5. Content/outline - Introduction of different roles between agent and principal (carrier) - Introduction of roles for freight forwarder/nvocc - Introduction of different shipping documents - Types and functions of different types of transport document relating to sea transport - Application of Incoterms in sea transport - Introduction of import/export cargo nature from PRC customs point of view - Introduction of bond logistics storage/warehouse & virtual ports in PRC - Customs restrictions on logistics functions (eg. consolidation, value-added & VMI functions) in PRC - Principle of Insurance - Type of Insurance - Insurance Policy - Claim handling procedure - Introduction of International Trade - Methods of Settlement - Common Trade Documents - Definition/Use of Letter of Credit - Parties to a Letter of Credit - Flow of a Letter of Credit Transaction - Types of Letter of Credit - Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credit UCP 600 - General philosophy of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) - Shipper s/operator s Responsibilities - Provisions for passenger and crew & Special Provisions - Hidden Dangerous Goods - State & Operator Variations - Classification & List of Dangerous Goods - Shipper s Declaration & other relevant documentation - Acceptance, Storage & loading procedures - Emergency response to DG incident & accident - Introduction to Logistics Management - The role of warehousing, transportation, customer service and inventory control in logistics - Development of Logistics & Supply Chain Management - E-fulfillment an Overview - IT applications in various logistics functions - Third-party Logistics - Difference between contractor & partner - Benefits of outsourcing - Overall trends - Development a Strategy for Outsourcing - The buying process - Case studies & Test Papers 6. Medium of instruction Cantonese with English terms and handouts 7. Target participants/trainees Target participants/trainees should be in Junior to Middle level staff employed in both the sea transport and Logistics industry.
8. Admission requirement No formal entrance requirement required. Priority to be given to those working in sea transport and logistics industry. 9. Assessment requirement Completion Certificate for those attending minimum 80% of lectures 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 10 sessions of 2 hour 30 minute each, total 25 hours (10 sessions) $2,700.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $2,900.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 3 classes 17. Proposed date(s) June/July, Nov/Dec 2011 & Feb/Mar 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional - Nil - information if any (Please adjust the space at will) Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Address: 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Marketing/Sales/Customer Services/CRM in Sea Transport and Logistics Course (MSCS) From 9.7.1998 to 24.9.1998 From 3.10.2002 to 19.12.2002 From 12.11.2003 to 14.1.2004 From 1.3.2004 to 29.3.2004 From 30.8.2004 to 27.9.2004 From 22.6.2005 1.8.2005 From 8.8.2006 26.9.2006 From 23.10.2007 16.11.2007 From 21.5.2009 18.6.2009 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for front line staffs and middle managers in shipping and logistics companies. The objective of this course is use simple methods to help students to understand the key concepts of Marketing, Sales and Customer Service and Customer Relationship Management in shipping and logistics companies. The key objective of this course is to help students to improve their sales and marketing skills and apply them in their daily work. It will also discuss the nature of business in shipping and logistics companies. What are the critical successful factors? After studying this module, students will be able to understand how CRM is applied in Marketing, Sales and Customer Service in Sea Transport and Logistics Companies.
5. Content/outline Session 1 Introduction Session 2 Marketing Concepts & Technique Session 3 CRM for Marketing Session 4 Sales Principles & Technique and Sales Negotiation Principles & Skill Session 5 CRM for Sales Session 6 Customer Service focus & CRM for Customer Service 6. Medium of instruction Cantonese with English terms and handouts 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in front line staffs and middle managers in both of shipping and Logistics industry. No formal entrance requirement required. Priority to be given to those working in sea transport and logistics industry. 9. Assessment requirement Completion Certificate for those attending minimum 80% of lectures 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 6 sessions of 3 hour each, total 18 hours $1,850.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $2,050.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 2 classes 17. Proposed date(s) Jul./Aug, Dec 2011/Jan 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional - Nil - information if any (Please adjust the spacing at will)
Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Address: 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Information Technology in Logistics Course (ITLC) From 7.7.1998 to 11.8.1998 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for middle to senior level staff of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to enhance the students to knowledge the important and benefit of IT in logistics, effective internal operations and enable their competitiveness in the logistics and supply chain management and e-logistics application. A web-based workshop and case study will be provided. 5. Content/outline - Using I.T. to lincrease competitiveness in Logistics industry - Importance and Benefit of IT in Logistics - IT for Effective Internal Operations (I) - IT for Effective Internal Operations (II) - Logistics and Supply Chain Management - E-Logistics and its application to the logistics industry - Practical Workshop on IT Logistics - Case Studies 6. Medium of instruction Cantonese with English terms and handouts 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in Middle and senior line level staff employed in both the sea transport and Logistics industry. No formal entrance requirement required. Priority to be given to those working in sea transport and logistics industry. 9. Assessment requirement Completion Certificate for those attending minimum 80% of lectures 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 4 sessions of 3 hour each, total 12 hours
11. Fees $1,280.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $1,480.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 class 17. Proposed date(s) Nov/Dec 2011 & Feb/Mar 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional - Nil - information if any (Please adjust the spacing at will) Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Address: 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Advanced Course For Shipping and Logistics in Customer Relationship Management (ACRMC) - Nil - 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for middle to front line level of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to provide participants with the basic principles of Customer Relationship Management, Acquire the relevant knowledge in applying CRM to retain customers in shipping and logistics and learn about the techniques to serve customer effectively.
5. Content/outline The course consists of 8 modules a) CRM An effective tool to manage your customers - How can customers be managed - The role of CRM in Shipping and Logistics - Basic principles of CRM b) Customer Retention: the basic customer relationship strategy - The influence of the quality movement - Development of a customer strategy for Shipping business - How can customer be retained c) Prioritize key customers in logistics businesses - Measure the current relationship status with key customers - RFM analysis - Develop strategies to increase key customer business using IT d) Analyzing the customer mix - Customer Lifetime Value in logistics - Improve sales forecasting - Build customer teams e) The role of customer manager - Customer Manager as Advisor and Counselor - Support the value chain in Shipping and Logistics - Establishing Operational CRM f) Customer development planning process - Identify the soft information - Establish Analytical CRM in logistics - Customer penetration strategies g) The CRM cultural shift - Make communication more effective - Establish Collaborative CRM in Shipping Operations - Effective communication skills h) Running a CRM Project in Shipping and Logistics - Use of Project Management techniques i) Integrate the process of Project Management with CRM principles Presentation of the group project of students on CRM project - Case studies, continuous assessment and group Project 6. Medium of instruction Cantonese with English terms and handouts 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in Middle and front line level staff employed in both the sea transport and Logistics industry. - F.5 or above; OR - Applicants have completed Customer Service and Sales Technique in Logistics Course / Marketing/Sales/Customer Services/CRM in Sea Transport and Logistics Course; OR - Mature student of at least 21 years of age plus two years relevant working experiences in shipping or logistics.
9. Assessment requirement Students will be assessed by a continuous assessment (30%) and group Project (70%). To be awarded the Attendance Certificate, students are only required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate; OR 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees To be awarded the Certificate, students are required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate and also to obtain at least 50% from a continuous assessment and group project. 10 sessions of 3 hour each, total 30 hours $2,850.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $3,050.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 class 17. Proposed date(s) Nov., 2011 - Feb., 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional - Nil - information if any (Please adjust the spacing at will) Contact person Address Ms Renata Chan 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone 2300 1685 Fax 2300 1485 e-mail info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Advanced Course for Shipping Logistics Management (ASLMC) - Nil - 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for junior to middle level staff of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to provide participants an advance level with the principle of Shipping Operations, Shipping businesses in HK and China, Consolidation and postponement, logistics strategy and planning, purchasing and supply management, role of warehousing, Availability of L/C, Marine Cargo Insurance Claim/Recovery and Forwarders Liability Insurnace in the shipping & logistics industry.
5. Content/outline The course consists of 4 modules: Fundamental of ecommerce - Types of ecommerce, Infrastructure for ecommerce - ecommerce in Freight Forwarding Business - Legal aspects, Security Different types of warehouse operations and setups - Storage, CFS, Fast Moving Warehouse, Cross-Docking, - Distribution Center, Renting or purchasing of warehouse, - Decision on warehouse locations Marine Cargo Insurance Claim/Recovery Relevant International Laws Forwarders Liability Insurance Tractors Liability Insurance International Commercial Terms (Incoterms) Collections: Liabilities & Responsibilities, Payment, Interest, Charges & Expenses, Protest & Case-of-need Availability of Letter of Credit: Payment, Acceptance & Negotiation International Standard Banking Practice (ISBP) Checklist for Letter of Credit Checklist for Documents Preparation Logistics Strategy and Planning Purchasing and Supply Management Transportation Systems Role of Warehousing Inventory Management Material Handling and Packaging Case studies, Test papers & Final examination 6. Medium of instruction Cantonese with English terms and handouts 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in Junior to Middle level staff employed in both the sea transport and Logistics industry. - F.5 or above; OR - Applicants have completed Shipping Logistics and Practice Course; OR 9. Assessment requirement - Mature student of at least 21 years of age plus two years relevant working experiences in shipping or logistics. Students will be assessed by test papers (30%) and final examination (70%). 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees To be awarded the Attendance Certificate, students are only required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate; OR To be awarded the Certificate, students are required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate and also to obtain at least 50% from test papers and final examination. 10 sessions of 3 hour each, total 30 hours $2,850.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $3,050.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA
12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 class 17. Proposed date(s) Dec., 2011 - Mar 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional - Nil - information if any (Please adjust the spacing at will) Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Address: 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Foundation Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics - Nil - 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for junior to middle level staff of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to appreciate participants with demonstrate a sound understanding of concepts and overview relating to the shipping and logistics industry. Understand the key process and procedures of shipping and logistics operations. Compare the efficiency of alternative logistics options air, sea and land. 5. Content/outline The course consists of 4 modules: English for Business Shipping Georgraphy Introduction to Shipping I.T. for Marine Transport & Logistics Case studies, Test papers & Final examinations 6. Medium of instruction All modules will be taught in English supplemented with Cantonese. All course materials, assessment and examinations will be in English. 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in Junior to Middle level staff either employed in Maritime and Logistics industry. - have 5 passes (equivalent to Level 2 or above in the HKCEE(including English); OR - Applicants have completed Advanced Course for Shipping Logistics Management / Advanced Course For Shipping and Logistics in Customer Relationship Management; OR - Mature student of at least 21 years of age plus two years relevant working experiences in shipping, logistics, transport, international trade, marketing or a business related area. Applicants with other equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merits.
9. Assessment requirement Each module comprises continuous assessments and a final examination. To be awarded the Attendance Certificate, students are only required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate; OR To be awarded the Certificate, students are required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate and also to obtain at least 50% marks from test papers and final examination. 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 16 sessions of 3 hours each and 4 final examinations of 3 hours each in total 60 hours (20 sessions) $5,200.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $5,400.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 class 17. Proposed date(s) Dec 2011 ~ Mar 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional Students who have more than one year relevant working experience will be eligible to apply for Member (MSTLA) Membership of information if any HKSTLA; AND Passed HKSTLA Qualifying Membership Examinations (QME) [The structure of QME is now divided into three certificate courses, for example the Foundation Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics, Advanced Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics and Professional Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics etc.] plus two years consecutive Continued Professional Development (CPD) and has obtained not less than 35 hours CPD each year, and approved by the Membership Sub-Committee Group. He or she also have chance to apply for Certified Maritime Transport Officer (CMTO) Membership of HKSTLA. (Please adjust the space at will) Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Address: 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Advanced Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics - Nil - 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for middle to senior level staff of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to provide participants with understanding of law relating to shipping business & demonstrates literacy in the terminology, classification and legal issues in the shipping and transport operations. To ensure a thorough knowledge and understanding of Ship Operations and Management & ensure a thorough knowledge and understanding of port agency and develop relevant communication skills. 5. Content/outline The course consists of 5 modules: International Transport & Documentation Shipping & Transport Law Marine Insurance Ship Operation & Management Port Agency Case studies, Test papers & Final examinations 6. Medium of instruction All modules will be taught in English supplemented with Cantonese. All course materials, assessment and examinations will be in English. 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in Middle and senior level staff employed in both the sea transport and Logistics industry. - Hold a Foundation Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics awarded by HKSTLA or equivalent qualification; OR - have 5 passes (equivalent to Level 2 or above in the HKCEE(including English); OR - Mature student of at least 21 years of age plus two years relevant working experiences in shipping, logistics, transport, international trade, marketing or a business related area.
9. Assessment requirement Each module comprises continuous assessments and a final examination. To be awarded the Attendance Certificate, students are only required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate; OR To be awarded the Certificate, students are required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate and also to obtain at least 50% marks from test papers and final examination. 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 25 sessions of 3 hours each and 5 final examinations of 3 hours each in total 90 hours (30 sessions) $7,500.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $7,700.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 class 17. Proposed date(s) July 2011 ~ Mar 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15-20 19. Additional information if any (Please adjust the space at will) Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Students who have more than one year relevant working experience will be eligible to apply for Member (MSTLA) Membership of HKSTLA; AND Passed HKSTLA Qualifying Membership Examinations (QME) [The structure of QME is now divided into three certificate courses, for example the Foundation Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics, Advanced Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics and Professional Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics etc.] plus two years consecutive Continued Professional Development (CPD) and has obtained not less than 35 hours CPD each year, and approved by the Membership Sub-Committee Group. He or she also have chance to apply for Certified Maritime Transport Officer (CMTO) Membership of HKSTLA. Address: 8/F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011
VOCATIONAL TRAINING COUNCIL TRANSPORT LOGISTICS TRAINING BOARD 2011/12 Out-Centre Course Scheme Information Sheet for Course/Programme Proposal 1. Name and background of the course provider 2. Name/title of the course/programme 3. Experience of the course provider in the Course/Programme Hong Kong Sea Transport and Logistics Association Ltd (HKSTLA) was established in 1994 as a non-profit making organization and consists of voluntary representatives working towards the interests of the shipping industry. It has been acting as a collective and authoritative voice for the shipping industry at Official and Government levels, and has been setting standards and providing educational courses to enhance the professional standards of shipping industry in Hong Kong. Professional Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics - Nil - 4. Course objective The course is primarily designed for middle to senior level staff of sea freight & logistics companies. The objective of this course is to provide participants with communicate intelligently with professional accountants on matters of management accounts, statutory accounts and methods of financing. To ensure a thorough knowledge and understanding of the role of multi-modal transport and its importance in supply chain management. Outline the planning processes and methods involved in the generation of strategic choices for international marketing decisions. 5. Content/outline The course consists of 5 modules: International Transport & Documentation Shipping & Transport Law Marine Insurance Ship Operation & Management Port Agency Case studies, Test papers & Final examinations 6. Medium of instruction All modules will be taught in English supplemented with Cantonese. All course materials, assessment and examinations will be in English. 7. Target participants/trainees 8. Admission requirement Target participants/trainees should be in Middle and senior level staff employed in both the sea transport and Logistics industry. - Hold a Advanced Certificate in Maritime Transport & Logistics awarded by HKSTLA or equivalent qualification; OR - have 5 passes (equivalent to Level 2 or above in the HKCEE(including English); OR - Mature student of at least 21 years of age plus two years relevant working experiences in shipping, logistics, transport, international trade, marketing or a business related area.
9. Assessment requirement Each module comprises continuous assessments and a final examination. To be awarded the Attendance Certificate, students are only required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate; OR To be awarded the Certificate, students are required to attain minimum 80% attendance rate and also to obtain at least 50% marks from test papers and final examination. 10. Duration (number of days or hours) and number of session(s) 11. Fees 12. Subvention entitled - Nil - 25 sessions of 3 hours each and 5 final examinations of 3 hours each in total 90 hours (30 sessions) $7,500.00 per head for member of HKSTLA $7,700.00 per head for non-member of HKSTLA 13. Qualification and experience of lecturer/instructor Qualified speakers from the industry will be invited to share their experience with the participant. 14. Practical element - Nil - 15. Venue, facility and equipment MacGregor Education Services Ltd. 16. Proposed frequency 1 class 17. Proposed date(s) July 2011~ Mar 2012 18. Proposed class-size 15 19. Additional information if any (Please adjust the space at will) Contact person: Ms Renata Chan Students who have more than one year relevant working experience will be eligible to apply for Member (MSTLA) Membership of HKSTLA; AND Passed HKSTLA Qualifying Membership Examinations (QME) [The structure of QME is now divided into three certificate courses, for example the Foundation Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics, Advanced Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics and Professional Certificate in Maritime Transport and Logistics etc.] plus two years consecutive Continued Professional Development (CPD) and has obtained not less than 35 hours CPD each year, and approved by the Membership Sub-Committee Group. He or she also have chance to apply for Certified Maritime Transport Officer (CMTO) Membership of HKSTLA. Address: 8F., Chow Tai Fook Centre, 580A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Hong Kong. Telephone: 2300 1685 Fax: 2300 1485 e-mail: info@hkstla.org Date complied: 8 April 2011