BUSN201 - Maritime Leadership and Management

Credits: 2

This is an elective course designed to enhance and further develop Midshipman leadership and management skills as they are applied in the maritime environment. It is intended to provide students with the knowledge and ability to implement: (1) the attributes, characteristics, actions, and practices of exemplary leaders; (2) effective shipboard personnel management and training; (3) relevant maritime conventions, national legislation, and recommendations; (4) applicable task and workload management principles; (5) effective resource management; (6) appropriate decision-making techniques; and (7) standard operating procedures. The objective is to enhance Midshipman knowledge, understanding, and proficiency concerning management level control of the operation of a vessel and the care for personnel on board. This course, taken after BUSN 101, is designed to meet the Leadership and Managerial Skills requirements of 46 CFR Part 11 and the Use of Leadership and Managerial Skills competence of Table A-II/2 and A-III/2 of the STCW Code, as amended.

Prerequisites: BUSN 101
2 class hours a week

U.S. MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY

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BUSN201 - Maritime Leadership and Management