Germany

It was a great privilege to be at WMU and my utmost goal is to ensure I make a difference in how women view the maritime sector, and how they are viewed. It might take years to get to where I want to be, but I am continuing to encourage other women and maritime personnel about WMU and on maritime matters.

It is an honour for me to be able to acknowledge the incalculable debt I owe the German Government, for having provided funding for my studies at WMU. WMU equipped me with the expertise I needed to be successful in the maritime field. A WMU graduate has learned to always endeavour to function to the best of his/her ability within the confines of any available professional context and to take every opportunity, big or small, fulfilling or challenging.

EMMANUEL NDZE BUH  //  CAMEROON, Maritime Administration, 2004

My experience at WMU has been life changing. Before I enrolled at the World Maritime University, I was a Purchasing Officer with the Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority – Tema Port. My studies helped me understand better the maritime industry and I did not return to my job the same. I have a better understanding of the role of the other departments that do the core Maritime business for the Authority and how my role impacts them. I have been able to share that knowledge and understanding with my subordinates such that we are continuously positioning ourselves to give better service to our User Departments to ensure that they are following industry trends and are abreast with the growth trends of the industry. Indeed, in management meetings I am able to contribute to discussions on industry trends. My knowledge and understanding of the industry received a great boost. Most important also was the opportunity to visit leading ports in Hamburg and Singapore. Having observed the operations at these ports and knowing how they operate has made me better prepared to contribute to my own Organisation.

PHILIPPA ARMAH  //  GHANA, Shipping & Port Management, 2012