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MScInternational Maritime Business

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Keen to learn more about the business of maritime? With a rich blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, Solent’s International Maritime Business master’s programme aims to leave graduates well-equipped for careers in ship management or port operations/management, both in the UK and internationally.

This stimulating and intellectually challenging course helps to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to operate successfully within the international maritime industry.

The course has a strong business focus and explores the complex factors involved in the management of ships and shipping operations worldwide. Students will also reflect on the key aspects of maritime law, operations and risk management techniques and look at the impact of international trade on management strategies in the industry.

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    Course features

    • Professional accreditation

      This course has been accredited by a professional body

    • Apply direct

      You can apply direct to Solent University for this course

    • Further studies

      After successfully completing your studies, there's an opportunity to continue your studies at Solent

    • Part-time option

      You can study this course part-time

    This course is for

    This Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport-accredited course will enable maritime professionals or recent maritime or shipping graduates to progress their career or diversify into ship management or port operations/management.

    What this course leads to

    Our graduates are well equipped for careers in ship management or port operations/management, either in the UK or internationally.

    • General and project management roles within relevant maritime organisations and businesses
    • Ship and shipping company management
    • Marine accident investigation
    • Marine business development manager
    • Voyage operations manager
    • Port development manager
    • Marine client manager
    • Charterer
    • Vessel operator

    Meet the team

    You will be taught by a highly skilled team with wide-ranging experience in the maritime industry.

    The University cannot guarantee any particular members of staff will teach specific aspects of the course in the future, but will endeavour to ensure the teaching team maintains their balance of experience and qualifications.

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