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Applied Leadership

Leadership is an essential component of business success, involving a complex interaction between the leader, followers and situation. It describes a process in which a person influences, motivates and enables others to contribute toward the effectiveness and success of organizations of which they are members.

At this state-of-the-art Applied Leadership course, we watch an exciting movie and become familiar with essential leadership „KPIs“ as well as with the importance of value systems and their creation. What distinguishes a successful leader and diverse personal, behavioural and communicational aspects come into discussion as well as the importance of sharp strategic and organizational skills and how these can advance to excellence.

Instructors


Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis
Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker,
Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles

Mobilize people to tackle tough problems and build the capacity to thrive through the dangers of change

About this course

The crises of our time generate enormous adaptive challenges for our families, organizations, communities, and societies. The need for leadership that can mobilize people to meet these challenges and improve life is critical.

In this introductory course, you will explore strategies for leading in a changing world where adaptive pressures will continue to challenge all of us. You will discover new ways to approach complex organizational systems and take thoughtful action on the work we all face ahead. Most importantly, you will reflect on how to move forward on the leadership challenges you care about most.

At a glance

  • Institution: HarvardX
  • Subject: Business & Management
  • Prerequisites:None.
  • Language: English
  • Video Transcript: English

What you’ll learn

In this short introductory course, you will discover a diagnostic-and-action process for exercising leadership that explores the following foundational principles and strategies:

  • How to identify and unbundle complex challenges
  • How to understand the role of formal and informal authority
  • How to identify the key perspectives of stakeholders
  • How to build and renew trust relationships
  • How to approach conflict
  • How to implement personal strategies for surviving and thriving amidst change

Syllabus

  • Introduction: Get on the Balcony
  • 1 Identify the Work to Be Done
  • 2 Lead With, Beyond, and Without Authority
  • 3.1 Take Action: Think Politically
  • 3.2 Take Action: Build Trust
  • 3.3 Take Action: Orchestrate Conflict
  • 4 Anchor Yourself
  • Conclusion: Staying Alive

About the instructors


Ronald Heifetz
Founder, Center for Public Leadership; King Hussein Bin Talal Senior Lecturer in Public Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School

Introduction to Corporate Finance

Learn key financial concepts for evaluating and valuing investment opportunities, including how to value stocks and bonds.

About this course

In this course, you will gain an understanding of time-honored financial concepts and rules, and how these can be applied to value firms, bonds, and stocks. We will cover the time value of money, cost of capital and capital budgeting. You will be using Excel for many process including valuing bonds and stocks, computing NPV and finding IRR. An introductory finance course that is required for all first-year MBA students at Columbia Business School, the course is taught by a world-class instructor, actively training the next generation of market leaders on Wall Street. Participants from all backgrounds will be prepared to participate on the ever-evolving financial playing field.

At a glance

  • Institution: ColumbiaX
  • Subject: Business & Management
  • Level: Introductory
  • Prerequisites: Students must be familiar with basic concepts of Accounting and possess basic skills in Microsoft Excel (or equivalent.)
  • Language: English
  • Video Transcript: English
  • Associated programs:
  • Professional Certificate in Corporate Finance
  • Associated skills: Master Of Business Administration (MBA), Time Value Of Money, Finance, Investments, Capital Budgeting, Stocks (Finance), Cost Of Capital,
  • Corporate Finance

What you’ll learn

  • How to value any asset
  • Decide which projects to take out of the many a corporation might be considering
  • Compute the return on any project
  • Compute the value that a project adds
  • Value a bond and compute its yield
  • Value a stock using a simple model (i.e., determine the fair price of a stock)

About the instructors

Daniel Wolfenzon Stefan H. Robock Professor of Finance and Economics, Columbia Business School - Columbia University

Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Learn the varied and changing approaches to digital marketing, such as mobile and omnichannel marketing and attribution and marketing mix modeling to inform your organization’s digital marketing strategy.

About this course

In this business and management certificate course focused on the foundations of digital marketing, you will gain an understanding of how the digital economy works and develop the critical insights necessary to succeed in e-commerce and digital and social media marketing.

The fixed and mobile Internet and related technologies exert a profound influence on how business and social institutions evolve, how they are challenged—and sometimes, even displaced. Companies that were non-existent a few short years ago, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Uber, have dramatically changed how we interact, communicate and navigate our world. Even Amazon and Google are relatively “young” by any measure. If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, manager, or student, you need thoughtful approaches to navigate and win in this new, evolving environment.

This online course is organized around four broad themes and leverages relevant theory and analysis, as well as numerous practical examples to develop key learning points and accelerate your knowledge of digital marketing.

The themes are:

● Behavioral foundations for understanding and navigating the new online-offline landscape

● New forms of interaction, including formation of networks and reputation building

● Tools and principles of digital marketing action including online advertising on fixed and mobile devices

● New media platforms and emergence of various marketing channels and mixed marketing models

This course is beneficial to marketing professionals, analysts, entrepreneurs, small business owners, investors, and consumers.

This course is part of Maryland Smith’s Digital Marketing Professional Certificate.

At a glance

● Institutions: UMDUSMx

● Subject: Business & Management

● Level: Introductory

● Prerequisites:None

● Language: English

● Video Transcript: English

● Associated programs:Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing

What you’ll learn

1.1 Digital Marketing Strategy

1.2 Inbound and Outbound Marketing (also touching on social media marketing)

1.3 Mobile Marketing – Apps and Promotions

1.4 Multi-Sided Platforms

1.5 Overview of OmniChannel Marketing

1.6 Attribution and Marketing Mix Modeling

About the instructors


P.K. Kannan
Professor of Marketing, Dean’s Chair in Marketing Science, Assoc. Dean at University of Maryland


Lingling Zhang
Assistant Professor of Marketing at University of Maryland

Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

Learn how to apply tools and techniques to better solve problems, generate ideas, and excel in your chosen career.

About this course

In today’s ever-growing and changing world, being able to think creatively and innovatively are essential skills. It can sometimes be challenging to step back and reflect in an environment which is fast paced or when you are required to assimilate large amounts of information. Making sense of or communicating new ideas in an innovative and engaging way, approaching problems from fresh angles, and producing novel solutions are all traits which are highly sought after by employers.

The greatest innovators aren’t necessarily the people who have the most original idea. Often, they are people- or teams- that have harnessed their creativity to develop a new perspective or more effective way of communicating an idea. You can train your imagination to seize opportunities, break away from routine and habit, and tap into your natural creativity.

This course will equip you with a ‘tool-box’, introducing you to a selection of behaviours and techniques that will augment your innate creativity. Some of the tools are suited to use on your own and others work well for a group, enabling you to leverage the power of several minds.

The practical approach of this course enables you to acquire an essential skill-set for generating ideas, with plenty of:

  • Fun e-tivities and exercises;
  • Practical lectures and tips;
  • Video representations of the techniques in action.
  • You can pick and choose which of these tools or techniques suit your needs and interests, focusing on some or all of the selected approaches and in the order that fits best for you.

    Whatever you’re doing, whether it’s work or leisure, if you practice spending time applying these tools to anything you see or imagine, they will help you get into the habit of making space for observation and imagination. No previous knowledge is needed.

    Join this course and our community of practioners in CREATIVITY!

    We look forward to seeing you online!

    At a glance

    • Institution: ImperialX
    • Subject:Humanities
    • Level: Introductory
    • Prerequisites:None.
    • Language: English
    • Video Transcript: English

    What you’ll learn

    • Understand what creative thinking techniques are
    • Comprehend their importance in tackling global challenges as well as in everyday problem-solving scenarios
    • Apply different brainstorming techniques in group activities
    • Be proficient in the application of the 6 thinking hats tool in different life scenarios
    • Develop a systematic approach to idea generation through the use of morphological analysis
    • Innovate on an existing product, service or situation applying the SCAMPER method
    • Get confident with the theory of inventive problem solving, called TRIZ
    • Select and apply the appropriate technique based on the opportunity to seize or the problem to tackle

    Syllabus

    Module 1
    In the first module we focus on the basic principles of creativity and highlight its importance in tackling global challenges. Creativity is explored and applied at two different levels, lower and higher-level creativity.
    Throughout, we’re aiming to provoke your thoughts and develop your creative mind through varied activities and interactions.

    Module 2
    In this module, we will look at how we can augment our creativity using different methods of Brainstorming, a creativity approach that aids the generation of ideas in solving a stated problem. We particularly focus on the application of brainstorming tools in group activities, with the aim of enabling you to understand, evaluate and apply different types of brainstorming techniques in your own context.

    Module 3
    We will focus on the principles as well as application of the 6 Hats thinking tool both at an individual level and in a group, under various professional and personal situations, allowing you to develop competency and accelerate proficiency on the use of technique.

    Module 4
    You will become familiar with the Principles of Morphological Analysis and learn how to apply it in various life scenarios, from design to developing movie plot-lines, whilst developing a more systematic approach to idea generation.

    Module 5
    In Module 5, we continue to enhance your fluency, flexibility and originality of idea generation by introducing you to another creativity tool called the theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ). We will particularly focus on application of TRIZ and the TRIZ Contradiction Matrix and how it can be used in problem, both at an individual and in group level.

    Module 6
    This module we will introduce you to the final creativity tool in the course and its importance in generation of ideas and improvement of the existing ones; SCAMPER. You will become familiar with the concepts of SCAMPER and gain proficiency in its application in various unusual, personal or professional situations, whilst inspiring related ideas.

    Module 7
    Now that you have mastered a wide range of creativity tools and developed competency in their application over a wide range of situations and domains, we will wrap up by asking you to use these tool in combinations and apply these in context and scenarios that are also related to your own discipline or context. This will help you reinforce the concepts that you have learnt so far and enable you to use the creativity tools freely in problem solving and idea generation.

    About the instructors


    Peter Childs
    Head of the Dyson School of Design Engineering and Professorial Lead in Engineering Design at Imperial College London

    Ship Types and Cargo Handling / Cargo handling & Operations

    About this course

    A cargo ship or freighter is a merchant ship that carries cargo, goods, and materials from one port to another. Thousands of cargo carriers ply the world's seas and oceans each year, handling the bulk of international trade. Cargo ships are usually specially designed for the task, often being equipped with cranes and other mechanisms to load and unload, and come in all sizes.

    What are the different types of cargo ships?

    The term cargo ship covers a number of different vessel types, each with its own shape, size, design and specialist features. In this article, we look at the diverse fleet that underpins the global supply chain; from colossal container ships that can transport millions of standardised containers to smaller Handysize bulk carriers used in ports with size restrictions. Join the mentioned course to find out more about the main types of cargo ship (container ships, general cargo ships, tankers, dry bulk carriers, reefer ships and Ro-Ro ships).

    Cargo handling

    Cargo handling refers to the processes and techniques involved in loading, stowing, securing, transporting, and unloading cargo on a ship. It is a crucial aspect of maritime operations and requires careful planning, coordination, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Here are the key stages and considerations involved in vessel cargo handling:

    1. Preparation and Planning.
    2. Cargo Reception.
    3. Cargo Inspection and Documentation.
    4. Cargo Handling Equipment.
    5. Loading Operations.
    6. Securing Cargo.
    7. Stowage Optimization.
    8. Cargo Documentation and Manifesting.
    9. Voyage Monitoring.
    10. Discharge Operations.
    11. Cargo Storage and Delivery.
    12. Cleaning and Maintenance.

    Overall, effective vessel cargo handling is essential for ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely transport of goods by sea, supporting global trade and commerce. It requires close collaboration between shipowners, operators, cargo owners, port authorities, and other stakeholders to mitigate risks and optimize performance throughout the supply chain.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    Maritime Law and Legislation

    About this course

    The Law of the Sea refers to a body of international law that governs maritime affairs and activities conducted on the world's oceans and seas. It covers various aspects such as navigation, jurisdiction, resource management, environmental protection, and maritime boundaries. The primary sources of the Law of the Sea include customary international law, treaties, conventions, agreements, and judicial decisions. Here are some key components and principles of the Law of the Sea:

    1. UNCLOS (United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea).
    2. Territorial Sea.
    3. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
    4. Continental Shelf
    5. High Seas.
    6. Maritime Delimitation.
    7. Maritime Pollution.
    8. Marine Scientific Research.
    9. Arbitration and Dispute Settlement.

    The Law of the Sea plays a vital role in regulating maritime activities, promoting cooperation among states, and ensuring the sustainable and equitable use of ocean resources for present and future generations.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    Maritime Law and Legislation

    About this course

    Maritime Business English refers to the specialized language used in the maritime industry for communication, navigation, safety, and operational purposes. It is essential for effective communication among crew members, as well as between ships and shore-based personnel, and plays a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with international regulations. Here are some key aspects of Maritime English:

    1. International Maritime Organization (IMO) Standard Marine Communication Phrases.
    2. Technical Vocabulary.
    3. English as a Lingua Franca.
    4. Bridge Communication.
    5. Radio Communication.
    6. Safety Procedures.
    7. Documentary Communication.
    8. Training and Certification.

    Overall, Maritime Business English plays a vital role in facilitating communication, safety, and efficiency in the maritime industry, enabling seamless operations and collaboration among maritime professionals worldwide.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    International Safety Management System (ISM) Implementation

    About this course

    Implementing the International Safety Management (ISM) Code is essential for ensuring the safety and pollution prevention standards are maintained aboard ships. The ISM Code, adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), provides an international standard for the safe management and operation of ships and for pollution prevention. Here are the key steps involved in implementing the ISM Code:

    1. Commitment from Top Management.
    2. Developing a Safety Management System (SMS).
    3. Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification.
    4. Documenting Procedures and Instructions.
    5. Training and Familiarization.
    6. Internal Audits and Reviews.
    7. Management Reviews.
    8. Continuous Improvement.
    9. External Certification.
    10. Post-Certification Monitoring and Maintenance.

    By following these steps, shipowners and operators can effectively implement the ISM Code and establish a robust Safety Management System to enhance safety, prevent pollution, and ensure compliance with international regulations.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    International Ship and Port Facility (ISPS) Implementation

    About this course

    Implementing the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code is crucial for enhancing security measures at ports and aboard ships to prevent security incidents, such as terrorism, piracy, and smuggling. The ISPS Code was adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in response to the heightened security threats facing the maritime industry. Here are the key steps involved in implementing the ISPS Code:

    1. Designation of a Designated Authority.
    2. Risk Assessment and Security Plans.
    3. Appointment of a Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO).
    4. Appointment of a Ship Security Officer (SSO).
    5. Security Measures at Ports.
    6. Security Measures Aboard Ships.
    7. Training and Awareness.
    8. Security Drills and Exercises.
    9. Security Communication and Cooperation.
    10. Compliance and Auditing.

    By following these steps, port facilities and ships can effectively implement the ISPS Code and enhance security measures to protect against security threats and ensure the safety and security of maritime operations.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    Strategy in shipping

    About this course

    Developing a successful strategy in shipping involves considering various factors, including market dynamics, regulatory requirements, operational efficiency, and technological advancements. Here are some key elements to consider when formulating a strategy in shipping:

    1. Market Analysis.
    2. Segmentation and Targeting.
    3. Fleet Management.
    4. Route Optimization.
    5. Port and Terminal Operations.
    6. Supply Chain Integration.
    7. Environmental Sustainability.
    8. Risk Management.
    9. Technology Adoption.
    10. Regulatory Compliance.
    11. Human Resource Management.

    By incorporating these elements into a comprehensive shipping strategy, companies can enhance their competitiveness, profitability, and sustainability in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    Maritime Economics

    About this course

    Maritime economics refers to the study of economic principles, theories, and practices related to the maritime industry, including shipping, ports, logistics, and related maritime activities. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including market analysis, demand and supply dynamics, pricing strategies, investment decisions, regulatory policies, and environmental sustainability. Here are some key aspects of maritime economics:

    1. Shipping Markets
    2. Shipping Costs and Pricing.
    3. Port Economics
    4. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
    5. Regulatory Policies and Legislation
    6. Investment and Finance
    7. Environmental Sustainability
    8. Trade and Economic Development.
    9. Technological Innovation.

    Overall, maritime economics provides insights into the economic aspects of the maritime industry and informs decision-making processes for stakeholders, including shipping companies, port authorities, policymakers, investors, and researchers. It helps identify opportunities, address challenges, and promote sustainable growth in the maritime sector.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    Maritime Economics

    About this course

    Maritime economics refers to the study of economic principles, theories, and practices related to the maritime industry, including shipping, ports, logistics, and related maritime activities. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including market analysis, demand and supply dynamics, pricing strategies, investment decisions, regulatory policies, and environmental sustainability. Here are some key aspects of maritime economics:

    1. Shipping Markets.
    2. Shipping Costs and Pricing.
    3. Port Economics
    4. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
    5. Regulatory Policies and Legislation
    6. Investment and Finance.
    7. Environmental Sustainability
    8. Trade and Economic Development
    9. Technological Innovation:

    Overall, maritime economics provides insights into the economic aspects of the maritime industry and informs decision-making processes for stakeholders, including shipping companies, port authorities, policymakers, investors, and researchers. It helps identify opportunities, address challenges, and promote sustainable growth in the maritime sector.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    AI in Shipping and Autonomous Vessels

    About this course

    AI (Artificial Intelligence) and autonomous technology are increasingly being integrated into various aspects of the shipping industry to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Here's how AI is being utilized in shipping and its role in the development of autonomous vessels:

    1. Predictive Maintenance
    2. Voyage Optimization.
    3. Cargo Management
    4. Port Operations
    5. Autonomous Vessels
    6. Collision Avoidance.
    7. Environmental Monitoring
    8. Crew Support Systems

    Overall, AI technology is revolutionizing the shipping industry by improving operational efficiency, enhancing safety, and driving innovation. As AI continues to evolve, its role in shipping is expected to expand, leading to greater automation, optimization, and sustainability in maritime operations.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)

    International Legislative Requirements and Management Systems (HSQE)

    About this course

    International legislative requirements related to HSQE (Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental) management systems in the maritime industry are primarily governed by international conventions, regulations, and standards established by organizations such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and classification societies. Here are some key international legislative requirements and management systems related to HSQE in the maritime industry:

    1. International Safety Management (ISM) Code.
    2. International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
    3. International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).
    4. International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).
    5. ISO 9001: Quality Management Systems (QMS).
    6. ISO 14001.
    7. OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) OHSAS 18001 (now replaced by ISO 45001).
    8. Classification Society Rules and Regulations.

    Effective management systems for HSQE in the maritime industry involve establishing policies, procedures, and processes to identify, assess, mitigate, and manage risks related to health, safety, quality, and environmental protection. Compliance with international legislative requirements and standards is essential for ensuring the safety, security, and sustainability of maritime operations.

    About the instructors

    Adonis-Emmanouil Fragkakis Founder & President ZEBS, Investor, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Leadership and Strategy (ZEBS)