The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU), is the premier tertiary institution for maritime education, training, research and consultancy in the Western Hemisphere. Established in 1980, through a joint project between the Government of Jamaica and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway.The CMU enjoys the elite status of being the only International approved maritime education and training institution in Jamaica. The recent ISO certification of our quality system by Lloyds of London bears testament to the fact that CMU is a world class institution. The endorsement of our programmes by local and international certifying body has put us on the world stage. Our portfolio of programmes is designed to equip students to enter a tough and competitive job market. Our record in gaining employment for our students is impressive. That is why we boast the highest rate of placement of our graduates than any other tertiary institution in Jamaica. Our training is done by an expert team of highly qualified professionals supported by state of the art equipment to facilitate learning.