Intermediate Marina Managers (IMM) Course, Dubai, UAE, 24 Feb – 27 Feb 2025
February 24 @ 9:00 am - February 27 @ 6:00 pm
The Global Marina Institute (GMI) is holding the internationally renowned Intermediate Marina Management Course (IMM) in the world famous city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
This intensive four and a half day course is designed for managers and supervisors who have had at least one full year of experience working at this level. It focuses on marina operations, policies and it exposes participants to innovative ways of dealing with issues and challenges, providing development through collaborative engagement and guidance. Providing marina personnel in a leadership position with fast-track training in the critical issues in marinas.
The course is the first step in a career path leading to the globally recognised professional certification (CMO, CMM, CMP).
Marina industry professionals, consultants and Certified Marina Managers share their expertise and knowledge on:
- Emergency Management
- Environmental Management
- Marine Insurance and Legal Issues
- Health and Safety
- Human Resources and Marketing
- Leadership Management
- Marina Industry in the Future
- Marina Site Inspection
Benefits & Learning Outcomes
- Lectures by leading experts and industry guest speakers who share their experiences
- Informal roundtable discussions and group work
- Increased marina efficiency and profits
- Field trip to inspect and critique nearby marinas
- Fire and emergency response planning skills
- Effective leadership and personal management
- Networking with peers and colleagues from Australia and overseas
- Innovative ways of dealing with industry challenges
This course prepares marina managers to manage and develop their marina in line with industry recognised best practice management methodologies.
Pre-requisite Experience: 1 year experience as a marina manager or in a supervisory position, 50+ berths. Or 3 years in a leadership position in a marina-affiliated company.
Each day is packed with a range of learning opportunities, including formal classes and lectures, informal discussions, a field trip to nearby marinas, group projects and marina/boatyard industry networking.
Entry into the IMM course is by application, please ensure you have filled out the application form to confirm your place on the course.
Access the application form here.
Course Fees
This is a non residential course.
- MIA, BM & TYHA Members: AUD $3850 per person (+GST*)
- Non-MIA Members: AUD $5095 per person (+GST*)
Fees include; Course folder, learning materials, resources and presentation, breakfasts, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, welcome drinks, 2 x evening dinners, and a marina tour.
Individuals will need to book accommodation independently if required.
More information about the IMM and registration can be found here.
* Please note that only Australian companies will be charged GST in addition to this amount.
