Best in Maritime Training MERCANTILE MARINE ACADEMY
Director’s & Trustee’s Message "AT MERCANTILE MARINE ACADEMY, WE TAKE IMMENSE PRIDE IN SHAPING THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL SEAFARERS. SINCE 1998, OUR COMMITMENT HAS BEEN TO PROVIDE WORLDCLASS MARITIME EDUCATION AND TRAINING THAT NOT ONLY MEETS BUT EXCEEDS INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS. AS THE MARINE INDUSTRY EVOLVES, SO MUST WE – CONTINUOUSLY INNOVATING, UPGRADING, AND INSTILLING IN OUR STUDENTS THE SKILLS, DISCIPLINE, AND RESILIENCE NEEDED TO EXCEL ON THE HIGH SEAS. WE REMAIN DEDICATED TO BUILDING COMPETENT PROFESSIONALS WHO CARRY THE MMA LEGACY ACROSS OCEANS WITH PRIDE." — DIRECTOR, MERCANTILE MARINE ACADEMY Principal’s Message "AT MERCANTILE MARINE ACADEMY, WE BELIEVE IN NURTURING NOT JUST SKILLED SEAFARERS BUT RESPONSIBLE GLOBAL CITIZENS OF THE MARITIME WORLD. OUR FOCUS HAS ALWAYS BEEN ON DELIVERING QUALITY EDUCATION, RIGOROUS TRAINING, AND INSTILLING THE VALUES OF DISCIPLINE, TEAMWORK, AND PROFESSIONALISM. AS THE MARINE INDUSTRY GROWS MORE DYNAMIC AND CHALLENGING, WE PREPARE OUR STUDENTS TO EMBRACE THESE OPPORTUNITIES WITH CONFIDENCE AND COMPETENCE. I ENCOURAGE EVERY ASPIRING SEAFARER TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE RESOURCES AND EXPERTISE MMA OFFERS, AND TO CARRY FORWARD OUR LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE ACROSS THE SEAS." — PRINCIPAL, MERCANTILE MARINE ACADEMY
Why MMA ? MERCANTILE MARINE ACADEMY (MMA), ESTABLISHED IN 1998, IS THE OLDEST MARITIME TRAINING INSTITUTE IN EASTERN INDIA AND KOLKATA . Till date the academy has issued lakhs of certificates in different courses, speaking volumes of its dedication and effort as well as the trust it has earned from the Administration, Industry and the SEAFARERS themselves. The Board of Trustees of MMA comprises of Senior Marine Engineers and Master Mariners with years of sailing as well as teaching experience, all of them fully committed to quality and excellence in maritime training. The faculty consists of senior Through our magazine, we aim to showcase Chief Engineers, Master Mariners and Mercantile Marine Academy’s (MMA) legacy of Instructors who are well-experienced in trust, quality, and excellence in maritime training. It the field of training and have done an highlights globally excellent job of training thousands of recognized STCW standards, and the lakhs of seafarers. The main purpose of the seafarers we’ve proudly trained and certified. This International Convention on Standards our experienced faculty, platform connects MMA with the maritime world, reflecting our deep commitment to safety, professionalism, and growth. We share insights into our 22 Directorate General of Shipping (DGS)approved courses and how they shape skilled marine professionals. Readers get a glimpse into life at MMA—from hands-on training to career-defining of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) is to promote the safety of life and property at sea and the protection of the marine environment by establishing a common agreement of certifications. It’s not just a publication—it’s the international voice of our vision, our values, and the journey we certification continue to sail. seafarers. standards and of training, watchkeeping for
Exploring MMA Sometimes, the calmest waters reflect the deepest thoughts. The campus also features wellmaintained, recreation zones, and safety drill grounds to ensure trainees gain hands-on experience in a professional yet comfortable setting. It reflects MMA’s vision of shaping future seafarers with the perfect blend of knowledge and realworld preparedness. Mercantile Marine Academy CANTEEN Mercantile Marine Academy (MMA) boasts a modern, well-equipped campus in Kolkata, designed to provide world-class maritime training. With advanced simulators, spacious classrooms, and dedicated practical training areas, our campus creates an ideal environment for learning and skill development. From safety drills to shipboard simulations, every corner of MMA reflects our commitment to excellence, professionalism, and the seafarer’s journey.
THE ULTIMATE LIST OF COURSES OFFRED Cruise Ship Management It consists 4 course in this i.e. BSTC, STSDSD, PSF, MEV Specially designed for seafarers working on cruise ships, combining safety and security training modules. Duration: 20 Days Basic Safety Training (BSTC) Covers survival techniques, firefighting, first aid, and personal safety to prepare seafarers for emergencies at sea. Duration: 13 Days Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD) Focuses on ship security awareness and duties for those assigned specific security roles onboard. Duration: 2 Days Crowd Management, Passenger Safety and Safety Training (PSF) Trains crew to manage passenger safety, crowd control, and emergency procedures on passenger ships. Duration: 3 Days Refresher Training for Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (RFPFF) Revalidates seafarers' firefighting skills as per STCW refresher requirements. Duration: 1 Days Refresher Training for Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques (RPST) Renewal course for seafarers to refresh survival techniques and equipment handling skills. Duration: 1 Days Maritime English & Vocabulary (MEV) Helps seafarers improve their English communication skills with a focus on marine terminology and shipboard language. Duration: 2 days
High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear – Management Level (HVM) Prepares management-level officers to safely handle high voltage systems onboard ships. Duration: 5 Days High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear – Operational Level (HVOP) Provides operational officers the skills to safely operate high voltage electrical equipment onboard. Duration: 1 Days Engine Room Simulator – Management Level (ERSMG) Advanced simulator-based training for senior engineers to manage ship engine room operations effectively. Duration: 5 Days Engine Room Simulator – Operational Level (ERSOP) Introduces operational-level engineers to engine room procedures using realistic simulation techniques. Duration: 3 Days Medical First Aid (MFA) Equips seafarers with basic medical skills to handle onboard injuries and emergencies. Duration: 4 Days Ship Security Officer (SSO) Trains officers to develop, maintain, and implement a ship security plan as per ISPS Code. Duration: 3 Days Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (OCTC) Provides essential knowledge on safe handling and operations of oil and chemical tanker cargos. Duration: 6 Days Refresher Training for Medical First Aid (RMFA) Updates knowledge and skills of seafarers in first aid techniques for certification renewal. Duration: 1 Days MEO Class -2 Preparatory course : 4 months
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