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University of Tasmania

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Master of Business Administration in Maritime Management

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for those who seek to acquire specific management skills and knowledge appropriate for the maritime industry.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 - 5 years full-time
Course Code
P7H, 107273H
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$36,950 per year

About this course

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for those who seek to acquire specific management skills and knowledge appropriate for the maritime industry. The course will equip you with a high level of understanding of the maritime industry and provides the foundation to undertake middle and senior management positions after graduating.


The maritime industry is at the forefront of international trade for sustainable development and is an exciting, dynamic, and challenging industry in which to work. The MBA course provides a unique educational experience with a focus on an applied approach to the maritime industry, centered on strategic and analytical thinking. The MBA provides industry focused learning outcomes by applying business principles such as management and finance to the maritime industry, and a strategic perspective to international issues relating to maritime management. The MBA aims to produce inter-culturally competent graduates who are able to contribute substantially to the sustainability of the maritime industry in senior decision-making roles.

The MBA in Maritime Management has three specialisations: Maritime Logistics, Maritime Technology, and Shipping Operations. The specialisations allow you to explore the theory and practice of business logistics and supply chain management, business operations and technology in the context of maritime industry. The specialisations provide opportunities for you to apply managerial expertise in different sectors of the maritime industry.

The MBA in Maritime Management is a nested course that includes entry and exist awards for the Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management and the Graduate Diploma of Maritime Management. These pathway courses provide you with the flexibility and choice to match your employment prospects and career/learning progression with personal goals and circumstances.

Entry requirements

The College of Sciences and Engineering may accept as a candidate for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Maritime Management a person who has:

* An undergraduate degree of an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institution and at least two years' work experience (NOTE 1.); or,

* A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Maritime Management or a related discipline; or,

* A professional qualification such as a Certificate of Competency as a Master Class 1 (Unlimited) or Chief Engineer and at least two years' work experience; or,

* If a first degree or professional qualification is not held, candidates may apply to the Department of Maritime and Logistics Management for consideration as a candidate. These applicants are assessed on their work experience, current managerial responsibilities and any other qualifications.

* Applicants intending to undertake Maritime Technology Specialisation must have:

An undergraduate degree in engineering; or
A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Engineering; or
A professional qualification in engineering such as a Certificate of Competency Chief Engineer or Engineer Class 2.

NOTE: An applicant lacking the requirement of at least two year's work experience will normally need to complete Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management before being admitted to MBA in Maritime Management. In some instances, however, students may be admitted directly to MBA in Maritime Management but will still need to successfully complete all four units in their first semester of enrolment (i.e. the equivalent of Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management) in order to be allowed to continue in the course.

The College of Sciences and Engineering may accept as a candidate for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Maritime Management a person who has:

* An undergraduate degree of an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institution and at least two years' work experience (NOTE 1.); or,

* A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Maritime Management or a related discipline; or,

* A professional qualification such as a Certificate of Competency as a Master Class 1 (Unlimited) or Chief Engineer and at least two years' work experience; or,

* If a first degree or professional qualification is not held, candidates may apply to the Department of Maritime and Logistics Management for consideration as a candidate. These applicants are assessed on their work experience, current managerial responsibilities and any other qualifications.

* Applicants intending to undertake Maritime Technology Specialisation must have:

An undergraduate degree in engineering; or
A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Engineering; or
A professional qualification in engineering such as a Certificate of Competency Chief Engineer or Engineer Class 2.

NOTE: An applicant lacking the requirement of at least two year's work experience will normally need to complete Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management before being admitted to MBA in Maritime Management. In some instances, however, students may be admitted directly to MBA in Maritime Management but will still need to successfully complete all four units in their first semester of enrolment (i.e. the equivalent of Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management) in order to be allowed to continue in the course.

International students with English as a second language will need to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0.

Study locations

Launceston

What you will learn

  • 1 Plan and develop organisational strategies for the maritime industry using business management concepts, processes and skills.
  • 2 Lead decision making in maritime industry organisations using advanced knowledge in maritime logistics, maritime technologies, and shipping operations.
  • 3 Develop and evaluate maritime management solutions to complex problems faced by the maritime industry.
  • 4 Conduct a research or industry-based project to advance the knowledge and practices for maritime management.
  • 5 Manage communications across organisational teams, customers and business partners to support business outcomes in maritime management contexts.
  • Career pathways

    Professional Accreditation

    The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA)

    The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA)

    Course structure

    The MBA in Maritime Management (MBAMarMgt) includes the following options:

    • 2-year (16 unit) MBAMarMgt - this is the default course option for students who have not completed prior study or work experience in a related (cognate*) area.
    • 1.5-year (12 unit) MBAMarMgt - this is the default course option for students who have completed prior study or work experience in a related (cognate*) area.

    The two-year (200 credit points) course, comprising:

    1. Core units (100 credit points)

    2. Research or Project units (50 credit points)

    Students can undertake either Dissertation or Industry research project option. Each option has four units (50 credit points). The Dissertation option is the pathway to a PhD.

    3. Specialisation units or 4 cross-listed units (50 credit points)

    Students can undertake any of the three specialisations (Maritime Logistics, Maritime Technology, Shipping Operations).

    Or

    Students can undertake any four units of their choice listed in the three specialisations. Note: the two units in the Maritime Technology specialisation (JEE504 and JEE523) require Engineering qualifications.

    *A cognate undergraduate degree would be in the same or related area eg, maritime management, logistics management, supply chain management, nautical science, marine engineering, maritime engineering (naval architecture, ocean engineering), and business management; or any Bachelor degree with a major in business, logistics management, and supply chain management.

    Cognate industry experience would be in the fields of maritime, transport, logistics and supply chain.

    Credit for prior study or work

    Students in this course may be eligible for a reduction in the volume of learning of:

    • up to 100 credit points if they have completed a Bachelor Honours (AQF 8) award in a cognate discipline; or
    • up to 50 credit points if they have completed a Bachelor (AQF 7) award in a cognate discipline.

    Cognate disciplines for the Master of Business Administration in Maritime Management are maritime management, logistics management, supply chain management, nautical science, marine engineering, maritime engineering (naval architecture, ocean engineering), and business management; or any Bachelor degree with a major in business, logistics management, and supply chain management

    Graduate outcomes

    Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of Tasmania.
    74.3%
    Overall satisfaction
    76%
    Skill scale
    65.2%
    Teaching scale
    87.9%
    Employed full-time
    $109k
    Average salary