Leadership & Management (HELM)

Developing effective management skills

We have approval from the MCA to offer the programmes and course modules required to obtain internationally recognised Certificates of Competency (CoC). The overall aim of these modules is to provide masters and officers with the necessary knowledge understanding and proficiency to safely and efficiently manage a ship’s resources and personnel.

Effectively managing and leading crew aboard

Human Element, Leadership and Management (Management Level)

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Human Element, Leadership and Management (Operational Level)

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Bringing leadership and expertise to the superyacht industry

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HELM courses at UKSA

We offer the following HELM courses at our waterfront base:

HELM courses will develop the management skills of young watch keeping officers and will enhance the existing knowledge, skills and understanding of experienced Masters and Officers.

Both levels of HELM will facilitate effective crew management by encouraging participation, knowledge sharing and best practice.

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The UKSA campus

Our HELM courses are delivered at our 3.5 waterfront campus and are available as residential or non-residential programmes. Residential options include all food and accommodation and non-residential are inclusive of lunch.

During the duration of your course you will have access to our facilities, including our indoor pool, gym and bar. We are also within short walking distance of the lively yachting town of Cowes, where there are plenty of restaurants and pubs to relax in.