Navigating Excellence in Maritime & Shipping Education
The Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN) is a tertiary institution established in 1989 to provide specialized training for the maritime and transport industries. It is accredited by the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), offering National Diploma (ND)/Higher National Diploma (HND) and other professional certifications.
Explore ProgramsAbout CISN
Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN) is the nation’s premier professional body dedicated to maritime education, logistics certification, and shipping industry development. We bridge global standards with local expertise, preparing professionals for leadership in ports, freight, and international trade.
Recognized by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and aligned with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines, CISN delivers world-class training and certification programs.
Our Mission
The mission of the Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN) focuses on addressing the educational gap in the country's maritime sector by providing high-quality professional training.
Our Vision
The vision of the Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN) is to empower and prepare students for both the labor market and self-employment. The institute aims to be recognized as a top business school that produces self-sufficient graduates equipped to handle modern challenges in the maritime sector.
Programs Offered
The Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN) offers a range of academic and professional programs focused on maritime, transport, and engineering disciplines. These include National Diplomas (ND), Higher National Diplomas (HND), and specialized professional certifications.
ND/HND in Maritime Transport & Business Studies
Master global logistics, fleet management, port economics, and supply chain strategies.
ND/HND in Port Security Management
Practical training in terminal management, cargo handling, port safety, and customs procedures.
ND/HND in Marine Engineering
. These programs are designed to provide the technical skills needed to design, operate, and maintain complex maritime machinery and systems.
ND/HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
In a maritime setting like the Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN), students in Electrical and Electronic Engineering are trained to become Electro-Technical Officers (ETOs). Their duties are critical for the digital and electrical heart of modern vessels.
ND/HND in International Shipping & Freight
Understand chartering, multimodal transport, trade documentation, and Incoterms 2024.
Short Course: Cybersecurity in Maritime
Emerging threats, data protection, and maritime cyber risk management.
Get In Touch
CISN Main Campus
CIS Complex, Near Magbon Bus-stop, Badagry Expressway,
Lagos, Nigeria.
+234 903 311 4574 or +234 813 815 5046
contact@cisn.edu.ng
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