The Caribbean Maritime Institute (CMI) is on a drive to redefine itself in the maritime community under its new management team led by shipping industry stalwart Fritz Pinnock, the institute's new executive director.
The CMI executive director notes that: "Based on the last Baltic Maritime report of December 2005 assessing the seafaring needs globally, it was projected that there is a shortage of officers of approximately 10,000 and an oversupply of ratings (ordinary seamen) by 135,000. To this end," he continued, "we are seeking to redefine the CMI to be able to provide the industry with more qualified and competent officers and less ratings."
Strategic partnerships
Pinnock also revealed that the CMI is forming strategic partnerships with reputable universities worldwide in offering degree programmes soon to come on stream. The institute is seeking to form three distinct schools under its umbrella, focused on business, marine education and engineering. Phase One of its plan will see each division offering degrees within the next 12 months.
In addition, the diploma programme geared towards land-based shipping personnel is being reviewed and upgraded to reflect global changes. The course is also being made more flexible with the removal of the day release delivery mode to enhance productivity in the workplace. Four bachelor's degrees are now being formulated, targeting persons who have already completed the diploma in international shipping and logistics programme, who will only have to complete an additional two years of study to receive their degrees.
Under Phase Two, the CMI will seek to bring the virtual classroom to students through online courses. For this process, all courses are now being upgraded and reviewed for full implementation by 2009.
In light of these developments, the Admissions Department of the institute wishes to advise the public that late registration for the following courses will end on August 11:
Diploma in International Shipping and Logistics - full time and part time.
Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Systems Operation and Maintenance - full time
Pre-Engineering course (PEC)
Pre-requisite course of Study (PCS)
Registration continues until August 25 for the following courses:
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch - Phase One
Officer in Charge of an Engine Room Watch - Phase One
Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Systems Operation and Maintenance - Part time
Persons are being urged to register early, as space is limited. For further information, please contact CMI at 924-8150.
