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Open your
Your seagoing experience is useful
DO you have experience of marine operations? allowing you to study at your own pace whilst diploma, providing an internationally-
Looking for your next career move? Interested continuing your current job. recognised qualification.
in a shore-based management position which Designed to meet the international The course is recognised by the UK
eyes with
will exploit your skill base? knowledge needs of the modern Harbour Maritime and Coastguard Agency as a
Then training to become a Harbour Master Master it covers all aspects of port safety and professional foundation and development
could be your next step. Harbour Masters security management, the direction of vessels distance-learning course, it qualifies for 100
are a key member of the management team and recreational craft, supervision of staff, and Continuing Professional Development points
within a port, with responsibility for the marine emergency response. from the UK Harbour Masters Association
functions of ports, terminals and harbours. The diploma also trains participants in and is also supported by the International
With at least one harbour master in every today’s pilotage and VTS operations, financial Harbour Masters Association, amongst other
the OU
commercial and recreational port across the budgeting as well as the additional daily tasks bodies.
world, from Aberaeron to Zuara, this is a truly and challenges faced by Harbour Masters. To find out more visit www.
international career opportunity. If you’re looking to progress or kick-start
ibcglobalacademy.com/hm, or call Alamgir
An ideal entry route is the Diploma for your career in the ports industry, this course Ahmed on +44 (0)20 7017 5804 or email
Harbour Masters course, which is currently will fulfil your needs.
alamgir.ahmed@informa.com.
enrolling for the November 2008 intake. The On successfully completing the course, Quote reference VIP No: LM1091/Navy
EVER thought about 580 courses in 12 subject
course is undertaken by distance learning participants gain an academically-accredited News.
studying for a degree but
areas – from business and
wondered how you would fit
management, sciences and
it in with your duties?
engineering to mathematics and
Martial instructor
Studying for a degree with the
social sciences.
Open University (OU), whether
The OU also have a range
GREG Alison, former Royal The Martial Arts Industry is
it’s for your career in the Armed
of qualifications such as
Marine Commando and now crying out for former Service
Forces, for personal interest or
the Foundation Degree in Metropolitan Police Offi cer, is people especially Royal Marines
to give you a competitive edge in
Sport, Fitness and Health turning a passion for boxing and who can use their military training
the civilian workforce, is flexible and the Foundation Degree in martial arts into a new exciting and experiences to teach the
and can be fitted around your Information and Communication career as a professional instructor. civilian community discipline,
schedule. Technologies (ICT), which Greg hooked up with two team work and fitness and become
More than 4,000 Service allows you to take on former soldiers who run the L2 a role model for their community.
personnel are currently benefiting undergraduate studies while you Martial Arts Instructor Training Greg commented: “I am
from the OU’s first-class are serving. Course and following the five-day looking forward to working for
distance learning facilities and its
If you are leaving the forces
course this is what he had to say. myself and having the freedom
established partnership with the
and planning a career in civilian
“I have recently completed the to spend time with my family.
Armed Forces.
life, an OU qualification, which is
L2 Martial arts instructor training Also being ex-military I get the
Not only can you sit your exams
widely respected by many major
course, and I can honestly say it added bonus of being personally
overseas, you will also be eligible
employers – and recognised by
exceeded my expectations. mentored by the two Lees, and
for funding (the OU is ELC-
many professions – will ensure
“The whole process of getting access to continuation
approved) and you only pay UK
you are well positioned to start on
launching your own martial arts training weekends, adventure
prices for the courses, wherever
a new career.
school is systematically explained training weeks and trips abroad
your duties may take you. and drilled into you. with a network of ex-military guys
To make life easier, the
Whatever your motivations the
“It’s easy to see why the who are all instructors with the
OU sends you all your course
OU is here to help you achieve
instructors are the top martial arts Military Martial Arts Association.
materials and you have the support
your potential.
entrepreneurs in the UK. I would The martial arts industry has
of a tutor throughout your studies
To find out how the OU can
recommend the course to anyone seen phenomenal growth over the
who you can contact by phone
help with your Armed Forces
serious about running their own last ten years and is set for even
or email.
career, your personal development
business. more growth over the next ten.
How long you take to complete
and re-training visit www.
“Prepare for success!” This could be a great
your degree is up to you – if your
openuniversity.ac.uk/forces or
Greg was so inspired by course opportunity for Marines who have
work commitments need to take
call 0845 366 6052.
founders former RMP Lee Sansum some martial arts, self defence or
priority for a while, your degree
All service personnel are eligible
and former Para Lee Matthews boxing skills who are resettling
won’t suffer.
for Enhanced Learning Credits whose businesses turnover in
into civilian life and would like to
The OU offers a wide range (ELC), which can be used to fund excess of £1 million per year, that run their own full-time business
of degrees and qualifications training while in service and up to he is now preparing to run his new or operate a part-time martial arts
and you can choose from over ten years after leaving the service. business full time. school.
Use the gaps in your day
to fi ll the holes in your CV
Enhance your career with our practical, relevant professional courses
and qualifi cations.
At The Open University we’re world leaders in helping people balance professional study
with the demands of everyday working life. In fact, over 70% of our students balance
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You can gain both immediate, practical knowledge and long-term career qualifi cations.
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