Shipping Network - The official magazine of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers

Build a Network

Opportunity to build up a network of potential colleagues/clients whilst studying that should lead to career-long relationships;
A sound foundation to build business progress on and – meet potential colleagues and clients;
Social interchange – PREP revision weekend/ lectures – get to know and build up trust within your network.

Gain the knowledge

Soak up the wealth of experience provided by the lecturers/tutors – the majority of whom are respected practitioners in their specialist sector;
Apply the professional knowledge gained immediately in the workplace;
Once qualified an individual will have a broad understanding of the shipping business and the broking disciplines;
Additionally, he/she will possess the necessary level of knowledge of the law, insurance, finance and economics to be able to discuss issues with maritime lawyers, marine insurance brokers etc;
An individual will know their boundary of knowledge and when to seek expert advice – better (less expensive) to seek before than after an event;
Develop skills to meet changing workplace, – eg learn about ship finance and how to manage its risk.

Develop your Career

The knowledge gained coupled to membership provides an excellent basis for improved career development;
Passing the examinations and becoming a member (MICS) is confirmation of one’s professional standing;
Members are part of a worldwide networking framework – shipping is an international network that depends on trust between individuals;
Membership demonstrates a proven understanding of one’s profession;
Members operate to shared common values and high standards – “Our Word Our Bond”;
Promotion to Chartered status as a Fellow having added further experience to the substantial knowledge gained as a Member;
MICS is the only internationally recognised shipping business qualification;
MICS is considered equivalent to the entry level requirement for admission on to a Master’s degree programme at many leading universities including the CASS City Business School, London.

Benefits of membership
Through its worldwide network of Members (MICS) and Fellows (FICS) the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers is internationally recognised as a mark of professionalism in the shipping community. Members have access to a worldwide network of shipping professionals who work to the motto “Our Word Our Bond”. Members also receive the ICS journal Shipping Network.

More than initials after your name
Being a member of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers means much more than the initials after your name. As a well-established and respected organisation within the shipping industry, the ICS has also secured a number of exciting offers exclusively for its members.

Private medical treatment
ICS members can save up to 40% of the fees for a private medical plan with HMCA, which includes free overseas cover, sports cover and a 24-hour health helpline. Call +44 (0) 1423 866985 to find out more information.

Fairplay - making sense of shipping
Fairplay has teamed up with the ICS to provide its members with a discounted subscription rate. To take advantage of the 20% reduction on both new subscriptions and renewals, members should email sales@lrfairplay.com or fax +44 (0) 1737 379001, quoting FPEM1003.

Advantage at Thistle
Thistle Advantage offers a range of benefits providing great value and service for ICS members. Offers range from a minimum 30% discount off Thistle Hotels published rates, at least 10% off published Meeting & Events rates, free room upgrades and 40% off Thistle Leisure Breaks among other things. Please call +44 (0) 870 366 7474, press 1 to speak with the Thistle Advantage reservations team and quote membership number TA6017.

Save on a Lloyd’s List subscription
ICS members qualify for a 15% discount on a new Lloyd’s List subscription. As the only daily maritime newspaper, Lloyd’s List has the market covered. To take advantage of this offer contact Lloyd’s List on +44 (0) 20 7553 1583.

Preferential hotel booking
Corporate Team offers a total hotel booking service for small, medium-sized and large enterprises for ICS members. For more information please contact Corporate Team on 0800 28 28 88 (UK only) or +44 (0) 20 7340 1610 internationally or go to the members only area of www.ics.org.uk

Bespoke tailoring at a discount
James Shipton, Director of McCann Bespoke Tailoring provides a bespoke tailoring service at a discounted price for ICS members. Please contact James on 07974 263057

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