Maritime Professions


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On a global scale, more than 40 million people make their living working directly at sea as fishers, seafarers, in aquaculture or seabed-mining, or related occupations such as dockworkers, shipbuilding, logistics, maritime administration, secondary branches of shipping, marine tourism and other maritime professions. The study of maritime labour and occupations is still under-represented in the social sciences and humanities. With the present volume, we attempt to fill this gap by representing recent research on maritime professions from a sociological perspective drawing on a wide variety of disciplinary approaches and subject matters.




Management Careers and Education in Shipping and Logistics


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This title was first published in 2000. This investigation into why aspiring managers chose to study shipping and logistics in the UK uniquely discusses the issues which influenced their academic and career choices. It catalogues the attractions and deterrents to advanced study in an industry needing more highly skilled practitioners. Qualitative, quantitative and mapping approaches to modelling the vocational study decision are reported, along with a unique comparison of students’ cognitive maps.




Maritime Security and MET


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This volume collects the papers presented at the 2005 Annual General Assembly and Conference of the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU), which was held in Malmo, Sweden from 24 to 26 October 2005, and hosted by the World Maritime University.Section 1 presents interim and final reports on several research projects funded by IAMU.Section 2 presents a broad range of academic papers on the theme of maritime Security and MET. These range from the challenges faced by MET institutions worldwide in incorporating the new topic of maritime security into their syllabi, to the economic costs of the new maritime security regime to the shipping industry and to ports. Other topics are also covered, including the technical means of monitoring the movements of ships, and the social implications for seafarers on board ships.Section 3 includes papers on a variety of current MET issues, such as bridge resource management, quality management in MET, careers at sea, and ship handling and marine engineering simulators.




Maritime Education and Training


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Opportunities in Transportation Careers


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This book offers: The latest information on a field of interest Training and educational requirements for each career Salary statistics for different positions within each field Up-to-date professional and Internet resources




Careers in Transportation


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MARAD


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Women, Work and Transport


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Women, Work and Transport is an international collection that brings together researchers with global expertise in gender and transport work to provide original evidence of the experiences of women working in all transport modes across countries in the Global North and the Global South.




Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management for Complex Work Environments


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Navigating the complexities of organizational behavior and human resource management can be daunting in today's fast-paced workplaces. The ever-changing landscape, driven by technological advancements and evolving employee expectations, challenges professionals and academics alike. Many struggle to fully grasp and adapt to these shifts, which can lead to low employee engagement, ineffective leadership, and ethical dilemmas. What is needed now is a comprehensive solution that provides insights and strategies to address these challenges head-on. Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management for Complex Work Environments takes on this role, and delves into critical topics such as leadership, employee well-being, team dynamics, and ethical decision-making. By exploring these subjects, readers gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of modern workplaces and how to navigate them effectively. The book bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering actionable insights applied in real-world scenarios. It is a valuable resource for professionals looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in organizational behavior and human resource management.




Handbook of Research on the Future of the Maritime Industry


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During the COVID-19 pandemic, employees of maritime and logistics sectors have continued their activities both on shore and on board to complete operations and supply continuity of logistics management in hard times. While organizations worked to provide the best services to customers, the shipping industry suffered by the work-life changes brought by the pandemic. Changes have been felt in talent management in new shipping, changing maritime ethics and affecting the maritime industry psychology, employee motivation, importance of seafarers, and employee rights and responsibilities. The Handbook of Research on the Future of the Maritime Industry presents leaders and managers from maritime and logistics industries, sharing their experiences, new paradigms, practices, and strategies. This book provides practical ideas and strategies to cope with the consequences of the “new normal” in the wake of the global pandemic crisis. Covering topics such as employee rights, occupational safety, and psychological effects, this book is an essential resource for senior executives, leaders and managers, HR professionals, lecturers, business clusters, entrepreneurs, researchers, scholars, academicians, and faculty of higher education.