With this Postgraduate certificate you will get an unique and up to date specialization in Port Strategic Planning"

The electronic administration and digitalization of ports has experienced a remarkable progress due to the intrinsic transformation of this area of the mobility sector. Thanks to both, it is possible to streamline processes and reduce processing times, easing the bureaucratic burden on customs and receiving warehouses. There has also been an increased implementation of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) resources and technologies through sensors, monitoring systems and other tools for operational data analysis.

In parallel to all these innovations, standards and regulations are being developed to ensure the interoperability and cybersecurity of these scenarios. In such a changing context, it is imperative for professionals to keep up to date. For this reason, TECH has integrated the main advances in this field into a comprehensive syllabus composed of 2 intensive educational modules. Therefore, the qualification addresses key aspects for structuring a business plan in the context of port infrastructures. At the same time, it delves into investment lines, strategies to establish international relations in a more effective way and the search for greater environmental sustainability.

All this through a 100% online study format that is not restricted to rigid schedules or timetables. In this way, students will have the necessary flexibility to adapt their learning to their schedules and personal obligations. In addition, this modality facilitates access to a wide range of multimedia teaching resources and study materials from any device with an Internet connection. On the other hand, the Relearning methodology will enhance the assimilation of complex concepts through repetition. All this with the educational guidance of real experts with extensive professional experience and the best results. After completing the educational preparation, graduates will be able to distinguish themselves immediately and with excellence in their daily work practice.

Differentiate yourself from other professionals in the field with an innovative program of studies in a booming sector with great projection"

This Postgraduate certificate in Strategic Port Planning contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Strategic Port Planning
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical content of the system provides specialized and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Human resources planning are just some of the areas that you will master in this Postgraduate certificate"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Acquire solid skills to ensure environmental sustainability throughout this 100% online program"

Get up to date on the digitalization and e-government mechanisms that facilitate port administration thanks to TECH"

This Postgraduate certificate has two disruptive educational modules. They cover topics such as ship management, sustainability, safety, security and corporate ethics that define the port industry today. It also delves into the planning of port structures, means and techniques of control, as well as the supervision of human resources. The syllabus is complemented by a wide range of multimedia teaching resources, specialized readings and case examples. All accessible from any mobile device, tablet or computer with an internet connection.

The Relearning system of this program will allow you to consolidate concepts”

Module 1. Strategic Port Planning

1.1. Port System

1.1.1. Port Authorities Coordination
1.1.2. Economic Outlooks
1.1.3. Environmental Outlooks
1.1.4. Social Perspective
1.1.5. Criteria for action

1.2. Economically profitable ports

1.2.1. Financing
1.2.2. Budgeting
1.2.3. Prices associated with the port reality
1.2.4. Redistribution of resources between ports

1.3. Port space management

1.3.1. Port space performance
1.3.2. Port space at the service of the general interest
1.3.3. Port space Digitalization

1.4. Infrastructures. Demand-oriented investments

1.4.1. Leveraging infrastructure investments
1.4.2. Economically and socially profitable infrastructures
1.4.3. Infrastructure connectivity
1.4.4. Respect for the environment

1.5. Provision of services oriented to customers and society as a whole

1.5.1. Competitive services at the service of the general interest
1.5.2. Efficiency in the provision of services
1.5.3. Monitoring of the provision of services
1.5.4. Simplification of bureaucratic procedures

1.5.4.1. Border controls and inspections
1.5.4.2. Streamlining of bureaucratic procedures

1.6. Innovation and the Digitalization of ports

1.6.1. Electronic administration
1.6.2. Digital ports
1.6.3. Stimulating Innovation
1.6.4. Innovation at the service of the general interest

1.7. International projection

1.7.1. International Relations
1.7.2. Brand Image
1.7.3. Competitiveness of ports in the International Context

1.8. Environmental Sustainability

1.8.1. Environmental Management
1.8.2. Quality and environmental measurements
1.8.3. Consumption and waste management
1.8.4. Sustainable mobility
1.8.5. Climate Change
1.8.6. The port and the citizen

1.9. Security/Safety

1.9.1. Industrial Safety
1.9.2. Port security
1.9.3. Cybersecurity

1.10. Ethical corporate culture and human capital

1.10.1. Ethical Codes
1.10.2. Supervision and Control
1.10.3. Transparency
1.10.4. Organizational Structure
1.10.5. Equality
1.10.6. Training and Career
1.10.7. Communication and participation

Module 2. Port business plan and HR management.

2.1. Port's Business Plan as a Planning Instrument

2.1.1. The Business Plan as a concretion of the global strategy of a port system.
2.1.2. The Business Plan as a coordinating element of planning.
2.1.3. SWOT
2.1.4. Strategic Map
2.1.5. Other Port planning instruments

2.2. Perspectives of a Port's Business Plan

2.2.1. Port traffic
2.2.2. Inversions
2.2.3. Economic-financial
2.2.4. Human resources.
2.2.5. Environment and sustainability

2.3. Management control through the Business Plan

2.3.1. Monitoring of objectives
2.3.2. Evolution of management ratios
2.3.3. Corrective Actions

2.4. Human capital

2.4.1. Social and labor context of the Ports
2.4.2. HR planning within the global and port strategy.
2.4.3. Labor relations and negotiation

2.5. The need for change. Professionalization of Ports

2.5.1. Resistance to Change
2.5.2. How to Manage Changes
2.5.3. Professionalizing ports
2.5.4. Transparency and communication

2.6. Management by competences as a facilitator of change

2.6.1. Knowledge competences
2.6.2. “Soft" competences
2.6.3. The different aspects of management by competences

2.7. Job positions

2.7.1. Specification of the jobs
2.7.2. Job evaluation
2.7.3. Job classification and organizational structure

2.8. Training Plan

2.8.1. Port system training plan
2.8.2. Port level training plan
2.8.3. The "corporate university”
2.8.4. Virtual Classrooms

2.9. Compensation system

2.9.1. Compensation system
2.9.2. Compensation Structure
2.9.3. Performance evaluation and variable compensation

2.10. Occupational Hazard Prevention

2.10.1. Prevention reports. Prevention Strategy
2.10.2. Occupational risks Prevention at a port
2.10.3. Psychosocial Risks

A unique training experience, key and decisive to boost your professional development"