Blue Alumni Academy Courses

Upcoming courses

The Ship Management Academy, a collaboration between BIMCO and the CBS Blue MBA Alumni Association.  

Duration: 5 days 

This is a comprehensive and intensive course where participants explore ship management fundamentals, regulatory frameworks, environmental sustainability, and emerging industry trends. The program includes practical sessions, case studies, and covers topics like performance management, digitalization, and customer-centric approaches. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate of completion issued by BIMCO.

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Course: Merger and Acquisition Integration  

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course introduces participants to merger and acquisition processes with a focus on the organizational integration in such events. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Merger and Acquisition Integration

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: IT for Shipping Professionals

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course provides and introduction to IT in the shipping industry. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – IT for Shipping Professionals

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Digital Innovation

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course focusing on digital innovation in shipping, transportation and maritime industries. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Digital Innovation

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Cybersecurity, Risk and Digital Resilience

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course addresses the topics of cybersecurity, IT risk and digital resilience from a managerial perspective, with the aim of familiarize non-technical managers with the critical responsibility to understand digital threats and build digital resilience. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Cybersecurity, Risk and Digital Resilience

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Generative AI in Organizations for Maritime Professionals 

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course focuses on the rapidly developing Generative AI (GenAI) technologies. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Generative AI in Organizations for Maritime Professionals

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Incoterms 2020: what are they and why do they matter?

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course provides participants with a practical understanding of Incoterms 2020, designed to be accessible for small and medium businesses new to international trade. It addresses challenges arising from the widespread use of Incoterms across various sectors and aims to equip participants with the knowledge to effectively utilize them in real-world scenarios, including legal considerations within the broader context of international trade transactions. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Incoterms

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Port Single Window Management

Duration: 2 days 

In a span of two days, this course focuses on Port Single Window Management, providing participants with the expertise to effectively plan, implement, and enhance such systems. Port Single Windows streamline trade and logistics by consolidating data exchange among stakeholders, and attendees will gain comprehensive insights into the concept, benefits, and practical applications, including international best practices. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Port Single Window 2 day

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Sale and purchase of oil and products 

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course delves into the legal aspects of buying and selling crude oil and products in spot and term markets, providing participants with a practical understanding. Emphasizing the sale contract as the transaction’s foundation, the course focuses on equipping participants to negotiate, draft confirmation notes, and handle contract performance, addressing risks and liabilities in oil trading. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Sale and Purchase of Oil Products

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Re-designing shipping strategy for 2030

Duration: 2 days 

In a two-day session, maritime business managers and leaders will gain a comprehensive understanding of upcoming changes and challenges in the shipping sector. The focus will be on major shifts such as geopolitical changes, decarbonization, and digitalization, exploring how these impact the industry and uncovering new strategic opportunities for both existing and emerging players in the evolving landscape. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Shipping Strategy – L 2

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register. 

Course: Cruise and Terminal Management and Operations

Duration: 3 days 

This course on Cruise and Terminal Operations and Management aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to manage cruise ship operations and terminals efficiently. It covers diverse aspects of the cruise industry, encompassing ship operations, passenger services, terminal logistics, and safety regulations. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 3-DAY COURSE – Cruise and Terminal Management and Operations

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register.

Course: Port Single Window Development and Management

Duration: 4 days 

In a four-day duration, this course focuses on Port Single Window Development and Management, providing participants with the expertise to plan, implement, and optimize such systems. These systems streamline trade and logistics processes by centralizing data exchange among port stakeholders. Participants will gain comprehensive insights into the concept, benefits, and practical applications of Port Single Windows, incorporating international best practices. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 4-DAY COURSE – Port Single Window 4-days

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register.

Course: Leadership – Mobilizing People 

Duration: 2 days 

Leadership involves mobilizing people through sensemaking, particularly crucial with increased responsibility where leading takes precedence over managing. Effective sensemaking, achieved through feedback, insightful questions, and clear direction, is essential but often undertrained as one ascends the hierarchy. This two-day course, tailored for experienced leaders, focuses on enhancing self-awareness, honing sensemaking skills, and leveraging questions and feedback to empower and mobilize teams, ultimately optimizing performance. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Leadership – Mobilizing People

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register.

Course: Leadership in a VUCA world 

Duration: 2 days 

Effective leadership is paramount in a world characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). This two-day course focuses on empowering experienced leaders to navigate across hierarchies, organizational structures, and cultural differences, even extending leadership beyond the organizational boundaries. Utilizing participants’ own challenges, the course aims to enhance leaders’ analytical capabilities, foster psychological safety, and construct actionable initiatives to address leadership challenges within the dynamic context of a VUCA world. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Leadership in a VUCA world

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register.

Course: Bills of lading: law and practice 

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day course focuses on Bills of Lading: law and practice, providing participants with the legal knowledge and practical skills to draft, issue, and negotiate bills of lading. Given the crucial role these documents play in international trade, shipping, and trade finance, the course delves into the complexities of applicable national laws and international conventions. Participants will gain a profound understanding of the legal framework, risks, and liabilities associated with the use of bills of lading. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Bills of Lading – Law and Practice

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register.

Course: Global Strategy 

Duration: 2 days 

This two-day Global Strategy course provides participants with theories and toolkits to understand and navigate the strategic decisions organizations make when expanding internationally. It covers market entry strategies, cultural intelligence, and cross-cultural management, offering insights into factors influencing global strategy formulation. The second day includes in-depth case studies in the shipping and logistics industry, providing participants with real-world experiences in the realm of Global Strategy. To learn more, download the course PDF here: 2-DAY COURSE – Global Strategy

***The date for this course is TBA. 

If you are interested in this course, please email ir.mba@cbs.dk and she will determine the delivery date and inform you on how you may register.