World Maritime University MSc in Maritime Affairs - Port Management
World Maritime University

World Maritime University

MSc in Maritime Affairs - Port Management

Malmö, Sweden

MSc

14 months

English

Full time

USD 30,000 *

On-Campus

* For students also attending the pre-sessional English and Study Skills Programme (ESSP), the additional fee is US$ 6,150.

Key Summary

    About : The MSc in Maritime Affairs – Port Management focuses on the complexities of global maritime management. It covers key areas such as port planning, operations, and management, with an emphasis on economic, environmental, and technological aspects of maritime transport. The course is designed to deepen your understanding of the maritime industry and enhance your skills in managing marine operations effectively.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in port management, logistics, maritime policy, and shipping operations. Opportunities may exist within government agencies, shipping companies, and port authorities, allowing graduates to make impactful contributions to the maritime sector.

WMU’s MSc programme emphasizes the practical application of expertise. It offers both an overview of the complex, inter-related maritime and ocean fields, as well as the opportunity to specialize. The programme is designed to respond directly to the real needs of the maritime industry, and to equip graduates with the skills needed today and in the future. It is academically challenging and professionally oriented, and is designed for ambitious, mid-career maritime professionals. It provides a particularly strong foundation for those intending to move into either a national or an international career.

WMU is active in research that is influencing the development of the maritime industry. From the effects of climate change to maritime safety & security, from piracy to port state control, from environmental to technological developments impacting the industry, as well as on ocean-related matters, WMU’s faculty are involved in research that also adds significant value to the content of the MSc programme, keeping it up to date and relevant.

This specialization has been designed for port managers and those at an executive level in port authorities, transport planning departments or private companies. It provides a thorough understanding of different aspects of port management, including both the technical and commercial aspects and the principles and practices of modern port management.

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