It is with great pleasure that we announce once again the collaboration between WISTA International and the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, UK. Our common goal is to increase the competence and further the education of women in all segments of the maritime industry and to assist our WISTA Members to further develop their maritime knowledge. Together, this year we are offering scholarships to Seven (7) individual WISTA members for 2024/2025.
Achieving the Foundation Diploma (1-year course) may help our members to obtain promotions within their present employment and apply the knowledge gained from the Foundation Diploma. The Foundation Diploma is ideal for persons with some maritime experience, but who would like to gain additional practical knowledge and sound qualification.
The scholarship will cover the Foundation Diploma course which comprises two subjects. The first subject is the mandatory “Introduction to Shipping” and the second subject is an optional specialization based on the students’ choice of a wide range of interesting subjects. The cost of the Foundation Diploma course supported by tutors is covered by The Institute and covers the subjects’ course registration fees, course materials, textbooks, tutor support, online tutorials and examination entry.
The course is taught as a self-study course on distance and does not require the need to travel. This means that sessions with tutors are done by email. One must be able to study on her own with guidance or supervision by tutors and colleague students.
The Foundation Diploma is awarded, provided both subjects are passed in the same exam sitting.
The compulsory subject:
· Introduction to Shipping: Click Here
The specialization subjects are:
· Dry Cargo Chartering: Click Here
· Ship Operations & Management: Click Here
· Ship Sale & Purchase: Click Here
· Tanker Chartering: Click Here
· Liner Trades: Click Here
· Port Agency: Click Here
· Logistics & Multi-modal Transport: Click Here
· Port & Terminal Management: Click Here
· Offshore Support Industry: Click Here
· Shipping Law: Click Here
· Marine Insurance: Click Here
· Shipping Finance: Click Here
It is highly recommended that WISTA Members review all the above links prior to deciding whether to proceed and apply for this scholarship. Members who are interested in the scholarship should fulfil the following criteria:
Professional/formal criteria:
WISTA Membership for a minimum of 2 years.
Must hold a school leaving diploma, any other academic (higher education) and/or other achievements will be considered an advantage.
At least 3 years working experience within the maritime industry (any level / position). A good working knowledge of spoken and written English – this is necessary as the course and exams are completed in English.
The Member will, when accepted as a student, agree that WISTA and ICS may highlight this project to the media and use her personal data for this project.
Members who are hindered to proceed with higher education due to financial and/or other obstacles will be prioritized when selecting the candidates.
Qualities, character and/or potentials of a dynamic female leader, i.e. enthusiastic, energetic, with a global prospective, seeking to enhance her maritime career.
Applicants must be dedicated and committed to invest time in studying besides normal working and managing private life, and strong ability of effective time management.
Self-driven and willing to take initiative to liaise with tutors and other students to maximize study results.
STUDENT INFORMATION PRIOR APPLYING FOR THE COURSE:
The Scholarship includes registration, subject books, assignment of tutor, and online tutorials. In addition, the HR Committee supports by providing open channel communication between WISTA and the ICS, but also structures a Study plan for the students, provides links, and assists with the registration etc.
1. Time management is key to success. Studying each week/weekend for at least 8 hours is ESSENTIAL. Completing at least 1-2 assignments and sending to your Tutors per week is HIGHLY recommended.
2. The Exams are usually scheduled in May of each calendar year and study should be completed well in advance to allow for a one-month revision time. Noted that BOTH subject courses need to be passed, otherwise it will be considered a Fail and no Diploma will be provided by the ICS.
3. To complete the course all the suggested tools available should be utilised to the maximum (e.g. the use of tutors and their comments which are provided via the assignments, online tutorials, links provided by the ICS webpage, national coaches and other WISTA scholarship attendees etc).
4. 1-2 assignments should be forwarded to tutor(s) at least once every 10 days. 5. Deferment is not usually permitted for scholarship students unless in exceptional circumstances. However, student(s) should inform their NWA and the HR committee IMMEDIATELY in the case of any expected delay, obstacles and/or other compassionate issues which may affect the progress of the scholarship. 6. Past WISTA Students have commented that the course is;
I. extremely time consuming and a good time management schedule is necessary
II. support from work and family is necessary as study time without interruptions is necessary
III. the actual books are basic information – the assignments contain additional information and must be completed and sent to all Tutors in a timely manner. External sources, links, etc should be reviewed also. Tutors are ex-students and know the challenges of the courses so they assist as much as possible.
FINAL ACHIEVEMENT
The successful student, once the one-year Scholarship Programme has been completed, will have benefited by gaining a better understanding of the maritime industry and will have acquired additional knowledge with the optional specialism course. Furthermore, this Scholarship Programme could be a stepping stone required to enhance the successful student’s qualification and assist with the possibility of pursuing this path to ultimately obtain the Professional ICS Certification and become a Member of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers.
DEADLINES:
August 1- Please submit application to BOARD@WISTAUSA.COM
Oct 9 – Successful nominees to be announced at the AGM and advised to complete the ICS/WISTA forms
Applications missing relevant information / supporting documentation will not be considered.
Apply Today! The application form may be found: Here
