MSc. Port & Maritime Management

Objective

The Master of Port and Maritime Management is designed to give an in-depth understanding of the key elements and trends in the global maritime and port management industry. Students will develop specialized management, leadership and technical skills, enabling them to compete and lead in the global maritime industry.

Programme Structure

The Master of Port and Maritime Management is a two-year part time programme divided into:

• 3 workshops
• 12 examinable courses
• 2 electives
• Practicum.

The academic year is broken into three trimesters, January to April; May to August; September to December; with exams in April, August and December. Class participation is mandatory and there is an 80% class attendance requirement for exams. Classes are held every other weekend, but you may be required to attend weekday classes, when foreign lecturers are present.

Benefits of the MPMM

1. Holistic Experience: Students will develop expertise in both technical and managerial aspects of the port and maritime industry
2. World Class Faculty: A mix of internationally recognized academicians and practitioners to ensure that the classroom experience is a dynamic one
3. Global perspective: through case studies, simulations and group activities, students will build competencies in the key aspects of the maritime business
4. International Study Trip: Students will have the opportunity to visit and observe best practice at the world's leading ports.