Port & Offshore Energy Operations Management - National Maritime College
The Certificate of Port and Offshore Energy Operations Management is structured over one semester.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) | Minor | Munster Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 Semester, part-time, online.
Entry Requirements
Merit or better in a relevant Diploma course (Level 7) or equivalent.
The University’s policy in relation to recognition of prior learning (RPL) applies. Completion of this award does not provide entry to the MSc in Maritime Operations. Candidates must satisfy the entry criteria outlined in the MSc program document.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.
Careers / Further progression
Career options
Graduates of the Certificate in Port and Offshore Energy Operations Management will possess a comprehensive understanding of port operations, maritime law, offshore energy project management, and environmental impacts. They will be well-equipped to take on roles such as port managers, offshore energy project managers, maritime logistics coordinators, and sustainability officers within maritime and offshore energy companies.
Progression
The Certificate in Port and Offshore Energy Operations Management complements existing programmes offered by NMCI, namely: The Master of Science in Global Sustainable Supply Chain Management and the Master of Science in Maritime Operations.
The two modules that make up this certificate/micro-credential are contained within both Masters’ programmes. While the primary focus of the new certificate is to provide a specialized focus on port and offshore energy operations, filling a critical gap in the current educational offerings. It may also encourage prospective students to continue their studies in MTU and enroll on one of the previously mentioned Masters’ programmes.
Further information
Start Date 19th January 2026
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€470 (CILT Mobility & Supply Chain, Skillnet Applicants)
https://ciltskillnet.ie/training/certificate-in-port-and-offshore-energy-operations-management/
€1,020 (Direct MTU Applications)
Please note that non-CILT Mobility & Supply Chain, Skillnet eligible applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €100 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button; you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.
Application Deadline 15th January 2026
The Certificate of Port and Offshore Energy Operations Management is structured over one semester.
The semester consists of two 5-credit modules. This minor award is aimed at providing learners with a comprehensive understanding of the operational, managerial, and technical aspects of port operations and offshore renewable energy projects.
This program is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary for effectively managing complex maritime and energy operations. This program caters to the growing demand for skilled professionals in the dynamic and evolving fields of port and offshore energy management, fostering career advancement and contributing to the sustainable development of these critical sectors.
The blended programme will be delivered in Semester 1 of each year.
It will follow the MTU academic calendar. There will typically be 12 teaching weeks (2 hr lecture and 5 hr independent study time per module), 1 study week and an exam week in a semester cycle.
The two modules both use continuous assessment mechanisms. Each module has two assessments.
Brief overview of the two modules:
1. Port Operations Management (5 Credits)
Role of ports in international trade
Port business rationale
Legal aspects of port management
Port development policy
2. Offshore Renewable Energy Project Management (5 Credits)
Overview of offshore renewable energy
EU and Irish context for energy and decarbonisation
Stakeholders and generation technologies
Policies and financial models
Maritime logistics lifecycle of ORE projects
Daniel Manning
Tel: +353 21 433 5624
Email: dan.manning@mtu.ie