Short course300 h · Online · 5 modules

Marine Product Innovation Course

This course takes you into the future of the marine products sector, exploring the latest trends and emerging technologies. You will learn to identify market opportunities, design innovative and sustainable products from marine resources, from food and functional ingredients to cosmetics, biomaterials and nautical services, and validate them with real users. You will also apply user-centered design, the circular economy, quality and traceability criteria so that your ideas become viable products that drive the growth of your business.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start1 December
Modules5
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About the program

What is the Marine Product Innovation Course?

This short course covers the full innovation path for products of marine origin. You will study the different families of marine product, food, biotechnological, cosmetic, tourism, industrial and environmental; how innovation connects with the blue economy and the responsible use of ocean resources; market research, trend analysis, customer segmentation and benchmarking; idea generation with design thinking and the valorisation of local resources; prototyping of formulations, formats, packaging, services and experiences; acceptance testing; and the quality, sustainability, traceability, food safety and labeling requirements that every marine product has to meet.

What sets this course apart: real case studies of marine products that have reached the market and the lessons they leave; agile methods for building prototypes quickly and validating ideas with potential customers; a sustainable approach grounded in responsible fishing, sustainable aquaculture, waste reduction and the circular economy; attention to the regulatory, conservation and cold-chain risks that are specific to the sector; and a final project in which you develop your own marine product innovation from opportunity to launch strategy.

Program typeShort course
ModeOnline
Duration300 hours
Modules5
Start1 December

Program highlights

  • Families of marine product: seaweed, fish, shellfish, functional ingredients, biomaterials and services.
  • Market research, trends, customer segments, benchmarking and niche opportunities.
  • Design thinking, territorial analysis and valorisation of local marine resources.
  • Prototyping of formulations, formats, packaging and services, with acceptance testing.
  • Quality, traceability, food safety, labeling and sustainability criteria.
  • Final project: a marine product concept with prototype, business model and launch plan.
Syllabus

Syllabus of the Marine Product Innovation Course

5 modules. Select a module to see its content.

Module 1

Fundamentals of innovation, the blue economy and marine product development

  • 1.1. The concept of a marine product and the differences between food, biotechnological, cosmetic, tourism, industrial and sustainable products
  • 1.2. The relationship between marine innovation, the blue economy, sustainability, the market and the responsible use of ocean resources
  • 1.3. Types of marine product: seaweed, fish, shellfish, functional ingredients, biomaterials, nautical services and environmental solutions
  • 1.4. Identifying opportunities from consumer needs, market trends, local resources and environmental problems
  • 1.5. Innovation risks in marine products: regulation, conservation, traceability, quality, seasonality and market acceptance
At this stage
60 hestimated workload
5 wkweeks at your pace
Module 2

Market research, trends and conceptualisation of marine products

  • 2.1. Analyzing trends in healthy eating, sustainability, blue tourism, natural cosmetics, bioproducts and responsible consumption
  • 2.2. Identifying customer segments, needs, preferences, consumption habits and willingness to pay
  • 2.3. Benchmarking existing marine products, competitors, substitutes, differentiating propositions and niche opportunities
  • 2.4. Generating ideas through design thinking, user observation, territorial analysis and the valorisation of marine resources
  • 2.5. Defining the value proposition and the functional, emotional, environmental and commercial benefits of the product
At this stage
60 hestimated workload
5 wkweeks at your pace
Module 3

Design, prototyping and initial validation of marine products

  • 3.1. Fundamentals of product design applied to food, ingredients, packaging, services, experiences and marine solutions
  • 3.2. Prototyping physical products, formulations, presentations, tourism services, communication pieces or environmental solutions
  • 3.3. Selecting materials, ingredients, formats, packaging, processes and sensory characteristics for each type of product
  • 3.4. Acceptance, usability, experience and perceived-value testing, and validation with users or potential customers
  • 3.5. Iterating the prototype according to feedback, costs, technical constraints, resource availability and regulatory requirements
At this stage
60 hestimated workload
5 wkweeks at your pace
Module 4

Quality, sustainability, traceability and regulation in marine products

  • 4.1. Fundamentals of quality in marine products and the differences between sensory, technical, sanitary, environmental and commercial quality
  • 4.2. Traceability of origin, catch, farming, processing, storage, distribution and communication to the consumer
  • 4.3. Sustainability criteria: responsible fishing, sustainable aquaculture, waste reduction, the circular economy and efficient use of resources
  • 4.4. Basic requirements for food safety, labeling, permits, certifications and good practice according to the type of product
  • 4.5. Managing risks from contamination, allergens, preservation, the cold chain, spoilage and improper handling
At this stage
60 hestimated workload
5 wkweeks at your pace
Module 5

Applied project: marine product innovation

  • 5.1. Defining the project: a food, ingredient, cosmetic, biomaterial, tourism experience, nautical service or marine environmental solution
  • 5.2. Market research, target user, trend, problem identified and innovation opportunity
  • 5.3. Designing the concept, value proposition, product features, prototype and validation criteria
  • 5.4. Evaluating quality, sustainability, traceability, regulation, costs and initial technical feasibility
  • 5.5. Developing the business model, brand, channels, launch strategy and measurement of acceptance
At this stage
60 hestimated workload
5 wkweeks at your pace
Plan your pace

Duration and format of the Marine Product Innovation Course

It is 300 hours. Tell us how many you can study each week and we will tell you when you will really finish.

4 h30 h
With 12 h per week
6
months to finish
25 weeks
weeks in total

This is the pace at which most students finish. It fits well with the installment plan.

Faculty

Academic leadership and faculty

The Navalis teaching team: working professionals who teach and supervise the programs.

Dra. Marina AlcoverDr. Marina AlcoverAcademic Director and Head of Quality Assurance
Ing. Diego CifuentesEng. Diego CifuentesSenior Lecturer in Naval Welding and Non-Destructive Testing; Head of QA/QC for Welded Joints
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)Capt. Javier Abaroa (MCA)Senior Lecturer in Ship Handling, Electronic Navigation (ECDIS/Radar/ARPA) and GMDSS; STCW Compliance and Bridge Resource Management Coordinator
Dr. Pau FerrerDr. Pau FerrerSenior Lecturer in Naval Architecture and Simulation; Director of the Hydrodynamics and CFD Laboratory
Dra. Nuria LlobregatDr. Nuria LlobregatSenior Lecturer in Marine Meteorology, SAR and Operational Safety; Navigation Risk Management Coordinator
Ing. Javier BañulsEng. Javier BañulsSenior Lecturer in Electrical Engineering, Automation and ETO Engineering; Electronic Integration and Engine Alarms Coordinator
Ing. Sofía MarquinaEng. Sofía MarquinaSenior Lecturer in Materials, Composites and Corrosion Protection; Coordinator of the Advanced Paints and Coatings Line
Ing. Tomás RieraEng. Tomás RieraSenior Lecturer in Propulsion, Alternative Energy and Hybrid Systems; Energy Performance and Vibration Coordinator
Objectives

Objectives of the Marine Product Innovation Course

01Develop new value-added marine products by researching market trends, adapting innovative technologies and optimizing sustainable production processes to create differentiated products.
02Optimize production processes for marine sustainability, applying circular economy strategies that reduce waste and emissions and encourage biodegradable and recycled materials along the value chain.
03Apply effective marketing strategies for innovative marine products, analyzing market trends and consumer behavior to adapt the value proposition to specific niches.
04Encourage collaboration between industry and marine research, identifying joint projects that turn scientific findings into practical, marketable applications.
05Take regulation into account from the start, assessing how food safety, labeling, traceability and conservation requirements affect the design and launch of each product.
06Diversify the range of marine products by developing new presentations and processed products from under-used species, by-products and local resources.
Careers

Career opportunities after the Marine Product Innovation Course

01New marine product developerresearch, design and prototyping of innovative seafood and marine-derived products.
02Quality and food safety technician in the marine products industry
03Marketing and sales manager for new marine products
04Innovation consultant for companies in the seafood, aquaculture and blue bioeconomy sectors
05Sustainability and traceability specialist for fisheries and aquaculture products
06Entrepreneur in the marine products sectorproduction, processing and sale of innovative products.
Frequently asked questions

Questions about the Marine Product Innovation Course

Any product or service based on marine resources: seafood and seaweed foods, functional ingredients, cosmetics, biomaterials, nautical and tourism services and environmental solutions. Module 1 explains each family and its specific risks.

Examples include biodegradable or compostable packaging, products made from under-used species or by-products, more efficient processing and cold-chain practices, and transparent traceability from origin to consumer. Module 4 covers these criteria.

No. The course focuses on concept design, market research, low-cost prototyping and validation with users; you can work on formulations, formats, packaging or services with accessible resources and simulated cases.

No. The course explains the food safety, labeling, permit and certification requirements that apply to each type of product; authorizations and certifications are granted by the competent authorities and certification bodies.

No. Food and ingredients are an important part, but the course also covers cosmetics, biomaterials, nautical and tourism services and environmental solutions, and the final project can focus on any of them.

Through practical exercises in each module, market research and prototyping tasks, and a final project in which you develop a marine product concept with prototype, business model and launch strategy.

Fully online, through a virtual campus available 24/7, with live sessions that are recorded, downloadable materials, discussion forums and tutorials with the teaching staff.

The course comprises 300 hours of study across 5 modules of about 60 hours each and ends with an applied project. You can progress at your own pace within the schedule set when you enroll.

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Entry requirements
  • Profile: aimed at professionals in the seafood, aquaculture and marine products industry, food technologists, marine scientists and biologists, engineers, entrepreneurs and students in related fields; basic knowledge of food processing, food safety or fisheries regulation is recommended.
  • Language: sufficient command of English to follow the classes and the technical documentation.
  • Technical resources: a computer with a stable internet connection and an up-to-date browser for the virtual campus and the market research exercises.
  • Admission: online application, review of your profile and a short interview with the academic team.
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