Marina Management Courses

Build your future in marina leadership with British Marine and the GMI’s internationally recognised Marina Management pathway, which is designed to take you from operational expertise to strategic leadership within a thriving global industry.

The first step in your journey is to order a copy of the Marina Operatives Workbook. The Manual is a flexible, self-study PDF course designed for marina staff, covering essential areas such as health and safety, customer care, boat handling and environmental awareness.

From there, the Intermediate Marina Manager (IMM) course supports your progression into leadership. This immersive programme equips you with critical management skills across operations, finance, customer service, and environmental best practice, while connecting you with industry experts and peers from around the world.

As you advance, the Advanced Marina Management (AMM) course further develops your strategic thinking and leadership capability. Designed for experienced professionals, it focuses on high-level topics such as business planning, marina development, team leadership, and customer retention - preparing you to manage complex, high-performing marina operations.

After completing AMM, you can tailor your next step depending on your experience. You may be able to progress directly to the Certified Marina Manager (CMM) certification, or choose to first achieve the Certified Marina Operative (CMO) certification to further strengthen your operational knowledge.

At the pinnacle of the pathway, the Certified Marina Manager (CMM) certification sets you apart as a globally recognised operational leader within the sector. This prestigious accreditation demonstrates your expertise, professionalism and commitment to excellence - opening the door to greater career opportunities, increased earning potential and international recognition.

For those working within the marina sector in support or specialist roles, rather than directly managing a marina, the Certified Marina Professional (CMP) certification - following completion of the AMM - would be ideal for you, recognising your ongoing professional development and positioning you at the forefront of the industry.

Together, these courses form a clear, structured pathway, combining practical learning, expert insight, and valuable global networking - helping you progress, lead and succeed in the marina industry.