Lloyd’s Maritime Institute (LMI) vs. Lloyd’s Maritime Academy: A Warning for Senior Officers.
As a Captain (Master 500/3000 GT path), I performed due diligence on LMI after enrollment. Do not confuse this with the industry-standard Lloyd’s Maritime Academy (Informa). LMI relies on 'calculated ambiguity' to sell low-value certificates that hold zero weight with serious IACS Class Societies or Superyacht Management companies. When I requested a withdrawal due to branding concerns, they attempted to hide behind aggressive 'no-refund' policies for courses not even accessed. I had to resolve this via a bank chargeback. If you value your CV and your time, stick to IIMS or the actual Academy. Don't buy a 'copycat' credential.
Day later I read some comments and asked other agencies nad I decide to use my Right to Refusal within 14 days, as unprofesional they are, they refuse to sent back my payment. After a week a got my money back from the credit card institute.