History of the Superyacht Industry and where we are today
- An Introduction to the Industry
- History and background to the Superyacht Industry
- Regulations and Flag States
- Superyacht Standards
- Classification societies and the role of Class
- Different levels of regulation
- The role of the yacht manager
- Industry Associations
The Role of the Purser
- Where does the purser fit in the yacht’s crew structure?
- What are the main heads of department responsibilities on a day-to-day basis?
- Typical duties of the purser
- What role does the purser play within the yacht’s emergency organisation?
- What role does the purser play in dealing with guests?
- Time management
- Record keeping
- Effective Communication
- Leadership
Budgets and Accounting
- Financial Policy
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting
- Budgeting
- Costing
- Cash Management
- Internal Controls
- Charter Accounting
- Auditing
- Value Added Tax (VAT)
- Brexit and VAT
- Corporate Ownership
- Anti Money Laundering
- Bribery Act
Crew Management
- Superyacht crew and shore support
- How superyacht sizes and use impact the crew
- Typical crew day in a charter yacht
- Maritime Labour Convention
- Crew contracts
- Disciplinary procedures
- Recruitment
- Crew induction
- Crew development
- Qualifications
- Crew Management