History of the Superyacht Industry and where we are today
- Introduction to the Industry
- Historical development
- Different types and styles of yachts
- Owners and their requirements
- The role of the yacht manager
- Cruising areas
- Future trends
The Role of the Purser
- Role and Responsibilities
- Time management
- Record keeping
- Effective Communication
- Leadership
- Management
Yacht Operations
- Routine Operations
- In harbour
- At sea
- Refit and lay-up periods
- Emergency drills
Crew management
- Crew sizes and structures
- Minimum Manning Certificate
- Maritime Labour Convention
- Seafarers Employment Contract
- Specific nationality requirements (POEA)
- Crew qualifications – CoC’s and endorsement
- Policy documents
- D&A, Confidentiality, Social Media, Safeguarding, Harassment
- Day workers
- Crew rotation and leave
- Crew payroll
- Crew travel
- Sign on and off procedures
- Crew list
Accounting and budgeting
- Book keeping
- Cash and foreign currency
- Accrual or Cash Accounting
- Accounts policy
- Credit and Debit Cards
- Budgeting and projections
- Cost control
- Supplier management