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June 2011www.marinelink.com 33important to us. Not everyone can do that.? As a regular client of GMATS, Kuziemski added that the newly up- graded, state-of-the-art simulator equip-ment was also a key factor in their decision to use GMATS. OUTSIDE THE BOX Some GMATS training programs, with special arrangements, can be offered on- site at the clients facility. And, well be- yond the full array of STCW-compliant and U.S. Coast Guard approved course offerings that augment GMATS better known military training programs, the in- novation continues. Transportation pro- fessionals can also choose from a widemenu of other, industry-related GMATS Programs ? most eligible for VA Benefits ? that include:?ODU Business Gateway and GMATS Partnership in Engineer Training: Old Dominion Universitys (ODU) and the Global Maritime andTransportation School (GMATS) have partnered to present training for the Pro-fessional Marine Engineer. Together ODU and GMATS will provide compre- hensive courses available to both Mar- itime Companies and the Individual Mariner. ?GMATS and American Military University (AMU) Partnership: AMUis a member institution of the American Public University System (APUS), which is regionally accredited by the higher learning Commission (HLC) of the NorthCentral Association and, nationally ac- credited by the Accrediting Commission Distance Learning Education Training Council. GMATS has established a co- operative agreement with AMU. Under the degree granting authority of AMU, a Master's of Arts degree in Transportation and Logistics Management and Associ- ates Degree in General Studies are of- fered. Numerous GMATS courses have transfer credits to AMU as part of these degree programs. ?MASTERS DEGREE PRO- GRAM: Particularly relevant for trans- portation professionals and militaryreservists, this degree can be completed in a distance learning format at home, atsea, or abroad. GMATS courses can be completed in one and two-week incre- ments that are ideal for the busy profes- sional and for military reservistscompleting two-week annual training programs at GMATS. ?ASSOCIATES DEGREE PRO- GRAM: Designed for students who seeka two-year degree as either their final de- gree in higher education or the founda-tion for further study at the bachelors level. Part of this program is offered at GMATS as part of the Crew Advance- ment Program. ?THE MATE 500/1600 GT LI- CENSE PROGRAM WITH TOWING OFFICER ENDORSEMENTPerhaps better known for its service to military groups and federal employees, the broader mission and performance ofthe Global Maritime and Transportation School has long since eclipsed that im-portant, but narrow sector of the maritime transportation training demographic.Conveniently located within easy reach of three major airport hubs and boastingaccess to state-of-the-art simulation andtraining equipment, GMATS has not only emerged as an industry leader in deliver- ing high-quality regulatory training but also in its ability to deliver tightly fo- cused, customized programs. Thats hardly surprising, but it is, at the same time, also hard to beat anywhere else. ? MR. http://gmats.usmma.eduFull mission Kongsberg Simulator.