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Executive Masterclass · 2027 edition

Superyacht Marina & Port Management

Dates
3 Mar – 15 Apr 2027
Ceremony
16 April 2027
Location
Monaco & Online
From
€510 per module

Manage a modern superyacht port

Have you ever wanted to understand what it takes to manage a modern marina or superyacht port? Seven weeks in Monaco and online to lead the marinas of tomorrow.

16
sessions
8
expert speakers
3
formats
Monaco
#ONSITE
Live sessions
#ONLINE
★  Executive Certificate
STARTS
3 Mar 2027
Marina operations
Customer experience
Sustainability
Leadership
Smart marina
Finance
Dates
3 March – 15 April 2027
Ceremony
16 April 2027
Location
Yacht Club de Monaco & Online
Language
English
Certification
Executive Certificate – La Belle Classe Academy
Join our Masterclass

Operational, managerial and strategic skills

The Superyacht Marina & Port Management Executive Masterclass equips current and future marina leaders with the operational, managerial and strategic skills needed to succeed.

Through expert-led sessions, practical case studies, networking opportunities and a Monaco-based learning environment, participants will explore key topics including marina operations, customer experience, sustainability, leadership and innovation, while working towards an Executive Certificate issued by La Belle Classe Academy – Yacht Club de Monaco.

Package

What's included

Programme structure & faculty

Seven weeks at a glance

●  Common Core
●  Specialised module
●  Ceremony
3 – 5 Mar
Common Core
13 Mar
A · Finance
16 Mar
B · Marketing
23 Mar
C · Leadership
25 Mar
D · Sustainability
6 Apr
E · Smart Marina
8 Apr
F · F2 · Legal & Insurance
13 Apr
G · Crisis
15 Apr
H · Maintenance
16 Apr
Ceremony
MANDATORY

Common Core

The required foundation of the programme: a comprehensive understanding of marina and port management, from day-to-day operations and infrastructure to compliance, risk management, customer experience and performance.

3 days
3 – 5 March 2027
7
sessions
Port Hercule, Monaco
01
Sessions 1.1 – 1.3

Fundamentals of Ports & Marinas

The Marina Manager’s role, core port operations, guest services and team coordination, with marina infrastructure, technical systems, asset maintenance and infrastructure resilience.

1.1
Wed 3 Mar · 09:00 – 12:00
Global Marina Management Vision
1.2
Wed 3 Mar · 13:00 – 17:00
Core Port Operations
1.3
Thu 4 Mar · 08:00 – 12:00
Port Infrastructure & Technical Management
02
Sessions 2.1 – 2.2

Safety & Risk Management

The regulatory, compliance and risk management aspects of marina operations: legal obligations, operational responsibilities, risk assessment, emergency response and incident management.

2.1
Thu 4 Mar · 13:00 – 15:00
Regulatory Framework, Governance & Compliance
2.2
Thu 4 Mar · 15:00 – 17:00
Risk, Safety & Emergency Management
03
Sessions 3.1 – 3.2

Customer Experience & Performance

The expectations of yacht owners, captains and industry stakeholders: personalising the customer journey, managing sensitive situations, and using KPIs to monitor satisfaction, occupancy, retention and service quality.

3.1
Fri 5 Mar · 09:00 – 12:00
Customer Experience & Service Excellence
3.2
Fri 5 Mar · 13:00 – 17:00
Performance Management & Business Intelligence
Deepen your expertise

Specialised Modules

The financial, commercial, managerial, environmental, digital and legal dimensions of marina management. Included in the Full Programme, or bookable individually.

9 modules · evening sessions
A
Sat 13 Mar
09:00 – 13:00

Finance & Business Models

The economics of your marina: revenue streams and cost drivers, seasonality, pricing, berth profitability, investment decisions and infrastructure modernisation.

SK
Stavros Katsikadis
B
Tue 16 Mar
17:00 – 20:00

Marketing & Destination Attractiveness

How a marina differentiates itself and attracts an international clientele: positioning, brand image, partnerships, value-added services and customer loyalty.

JG
Jean‑Michel Gaigné
C
Tue 23 Mar
17:00 – 20:00

Leadership & Team Management

For professionals moving into management: team organisation, communication, delegation, conflict management, service culture and decision-making.

JG
Jean‑Michel Gaigné
D
Thu 25 Mar
17:00 – 20:00

Sustainability & Environmental Transition

Turning environmental challenges into practical actions: pollution prevention, waste and energy management, expectations and progress indicators.

LR
Lloyd’s Register Expert
E
Tue 6 Apr
17:00 – 20:00

Digitalisation & Smart Marina Technologies

Digital tools that simplify operations: reservations, customer management, process automation, operational data, reporting and digital services.

MO
Mircea Onciu
F
Thu 8 Apr
17:00 – 18:30

Legal Affairs, Contracts & Compliance

Essential legal reflexes with clients, contractors and partners: contracts, responsibilities, documentation and the situations most likely to lead to disputes.

EM
Edouard Mousny
F2
Thu 8 Apr
18:30 – 20:00

Insurance & Liability Management

How a marina’s main risks are insured and transferred: key areas of cover, liability issues, claims handling and the documentation required.

TBC
Speaker to be confirmed
G
Tue 13 Apr
17:00 – 20:00

Crisis Management & Business Continuity

Leading beyond a normal incident: crisis organisation, decision-making under pressure, stakeholder communication, continuity and return to normal operations.

LR
Lloyd’s Register Expert
H
Thu 15 Apr
17:00 – 20:00

Technical Maintenance & Asset Management

Structuring preventive and corrective maintenance, monitoring critical assets, coordinating service providers and scheduling around operations.

PB
Phil Blake
Faculty

Learn from industry experts

SK
Stavros Katsikadis

Session 1.1 · Module A

PB
Phil Blake

Session 1.2 · Module H

EB
Esteban Biondi

Session 1.3

LR
Lloyd’s Register Expert

Sessions 2.1, 2.2 · Modules D, G

SF
Splinter Fangman

Sessions 3.1, 3.2

JG
Jean‑Michel Gaigné

Modules B, C

MO
Mircea Onciu

Module E

EM
Edouard Mousny

Module F

TBC
Speaker to be confirmed

Module F2

Fees & registration

Choose your format

All prices include VAT (TTC).

Full Programme

Onsite

€6,980.40
incl. VAT

Common Core and all Specialised Modules at the Yacht Club de Monaco.

Full Programme
THE FULL EXPERIENCE

Hybrid

€6,980.40
incl. VAT

Common Core and all Specialised Modules, combining sessions in Monaco and online.

Full Programme

Online

€5,760.00
incl. VAT

Common Core and all Specialised Modules, followed remotely.

Individual module
Book a single specialised module
Onsite
€714.00
Online
€510.00
Discounts
-5%

Participants coming through Phoenix Yacht Management Crew

-10%

Current IUM students, on presentation of a valid certificate of enrolment

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Graduation

Ceremony & graduation dinner · 16 April 2027

Receive your Executive Certificate issued by La Belle Classe Academy – Yacht Club de Monaco.

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Accommodation

Partner hotels in Monaco & Beausoleil

Training fees do not include accommodation. Participants may benefit from partner hotel rates through the La Belle Classe Academy network.

Contact

Questions about the Masterclass?

3 March – 15 April 2027 · Monaco & Online

Lead the marinas of tomorrow