MBA (Master of Business Administration) in Shipping & Logistics

At a glance Prog. code: PGN12A

Distance learning course provided by:
Lloyd's Maritime Academy
Course Leader:
Dr Kristian Sund

Overview & facilities

The MBA in Shipping & Logistics is offered by Lloyd’s Maritime Academy and Middlesex University Business School. The programme curriculum will equip current and future maritime leaders with the skills and knowledge they need to manage their business successfully.

The part-time distance learning course comprises of six modules followed by a Business Transformation Project, studied over two years. Online delivery means you can study without having to travel to attend lectures or seminars. Our unique learning portal provides access to online written materials, complimented by audio/visual content, group interaction, networking opportunities and a variety of e-learning tools.

The final Business Transformation Project will allow you to analyse a current issue affecting your company or the industry, using real world data and presenting realistic action points. This project is not only integral to the achievement of programme outcomes but will prove invaluable to your company or industry sector.

Who is the MBA in Shipping & Logistics for?

The MBA in Shipping & Logistics is designed specifically for managers in the shipping sector and related logistics businesses. The programme is equally suited to those who work within the shipping community as a supplier or customer.

The student profile represents all aspects of the industry – encompassing ship owners, ship operators, logistics businesses, ports management, insurance companies, maritime lawyers, brokers, surveyors, financial institutions and maritime administrators.

Over 150 students have so far been enrolled on this programme representing 67 separate countries, from each continent in significant numbers.

Why study this MBA in Shipping & Logistics?

Students have informed us of the reason why they have chosen this MBA in Shipping & Logistics.  Ranging from the requirements of their careers to the flexible delivery approach of the programme, many reiterated the feelings of those mentioned below.

“The MBA distance learning programme gives the opportunity to study without putting my current career on hold.”

“I was in need of some new personal development and the remote learning and widely international setup did the trick.”

“I was looking for such a programme so that I could hone my skills and upgrade my knowledge in relation to business and management.”

“I felt this prestigious MBA would be useful for my future career and certainly enriches my skills and abilities.”

“An MBA of such reputation would be of a great help and a stepping stone towards a career ashore.”

“I hope this MBA programme will provide me with the opportunity to gain more knowledge of the commercial aspects of shipping and maybe point my career in a new direction.”

 “The programme is designed with such care that we will cover most of the basic denominators and fascinating items in the maritime industry.”

“The vast experienced professionals represented by Lloyd’s Maritime Academy and Middlesex University.”

How do I get further information?

Full course details for the MBA in Shipping & Logistics are available online at  http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101 or by email to lma@informa.com.  

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is our partner in delivering this course, combining the academic expertise and reputation of the Middlesex University Business School with the industry conference and training expertise of Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, part of Informa Plc.  Lloyd’s Maritime Academy manages course enrolment on behalf of the University. 

Find out more about the Middlesex University Business School, the Business and Management Department and Lloyd’s Maritime Academy.

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Location & map

This course is taught through distance learning provided by Lloyd's Maritime Academy. The base campus for the course will be held at Hendon in north-west London.

Address: Middlesex University, Hendon campus, The Burroughs, London NW4 4BT UK

To find out how to get to the campus see Travel Directions to Hendon campus. The nearest tube station is Hendon Central on the Northern line.

Content & modules

Modules

  • Year 1
    Business Strategy (30 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module aims to: inform students of the key developments in, and thinking derived from, the study of strategy; explore models and theories of strategy and their application by practicing managers; critically appraise where and when such models are useful; provide interesting and engaging examples and exercises that illustrate these concepts with the intent of building students capability in strategic thinking and practice.
    Executive Leadership (30 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module focuses upon people and their performance in the particular context of the maritime industry. The module aims, within the maritime context, to: - illustrate how the processes of contemporary human resource management support organisational performance; - explore the key elements of the HR cycle resourcing, managing performance, developing and rewarding ; - identify areas of overlap between management and leadership and to investigate the competences and behaviours associated with management and leadership; - develop leadership behaviours that will enable students to manage performance as well as lead change to improve organisational performance.
    Project - Business Transformation (30 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module provides students with a means of developing further the skills and knowledge gained on the MBA, by application to a specific organisational issue or problem. It enables students to demonstrate proficiency in the design of a business enhancement project, application of appropriate methods of investigation, management of the change process, and maintenance of vision in the face of the vicissitudes of business realities.
    Shipping Business Environment and International Trade (20 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module aims to develop students understanding of the context in which the maritime world operates, focusing on: - the economics of the maritime industry, the characteristics of demand and supply and their interaction in the various maritime markets; - the strategic environment of maritime policy and administration, and; - the key principles of maritime law. The oceans, seas and waterways are still the predominant conduits for international trade. Students taking this module will develop an advanced understanding of the context and complexity in which the maritime world operates.
  • Year 2
    Advanced International Marketing (20 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module aims to explore marketing and communication strategies in the context of shipping/logistics organisations. It will equip students to analyse current marketing strategies to apply appropriate techniques based on insights gained. The module also aims to develop students ability to identify actions that enhance profitability and to create a communications strategy and plan, a marketing strategy and plan, and to outline the business case for such plans.
    Finance and Risk Management (20 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module builds and enhances the knowledge of students in the financing of ships and the management of risks in shipping. In particular the course aims to: evaluate the various finance methods available for shipping companies; - critically assess the techniques of investment appraisal under risky and uncertain situations in the shipping industry; - explore the traditional and emerging methods of risk management and derivatives instruments in shipping.
    Optimising Business Performance (30 Credits) - Compulsory
    This module will focus upon the development of shipping within the logistics supply chain. The intention is to build student knowledge and skills in projects mastery, research and development R D , and innovation within the context of shipping logistics. By blending managerial concepts in innovation with the strategic need to constantly up-grade logistics performance a dynamic approach will be provided. The principles of maritime logistics will be explored. Moreover, in delivering a constantly improving supply chain, the principles and value of projects mastery, R D and innovation will be investigated. The focus will be upon the many challenges facing managers in shipping and logistics and will facilitate the development of skills and application in problem identification and its innovatory solutions. The objective is to provide awareness, knowledge, skills and insight into the organisation s need for constant attention to technical, cultural, social and environmental change in the global shipping and logistics sectors. The module will develop activities and processes which will enable students to formulate and execute skills and expertise in project management, in research and development and in innovation in the shipping and logistics field. In particular, and within the context of the global benchmark of shipping logistics, this module will: - Explore the role of research and development in the advance of historic, contemporary and future operations and technologies; - Define and delineate the key principles of maritime logistics; - Evaluate the need for innovation in the constant management of change; - Integrate and apply the principles of project mastery in attaining and sustaining operational and technical leadership in the maritime supply chain.

Programme Syllabus

The design and content of the MBA in Shipping and Logistics provides an integrated balance of management theories with their underlying practical business and maritime industry-specific applications. The MBA is the result of exhaustive research and has been developed in conjunction with maritime and logistics industry leaders, shipping executives, respected academics and those regarded as the next generation of management.

Induction
In order to introduce the students to the MBA and studying by distance learning the compulsory two week induction will:

  • Provide students with the opportunity to access and familiarise themselves with our state of the art online learning portal and other resources available throughout the programme;
  • Give time to read the essential information in the programme handbook;
  • Present the faculty and fellow students;
  • Provide compulsory short exercises to introduce the subject.

Module 1: Shipping Business and International Trade (20 credits)
Developing the students’ advanced understanding of the context in which the maritime world operates, this module will lay the foundation for the programme and focus on:

  • The economics of the maritime industry, the characteristics of demand and supply and their interaction in the various maritime markets;
  • The strategic environment of maritime policy and administration; 
  • The key principles of maritime law. The oceans, seas and waterways are still the predominant conduits for international trade.

Module 2: Business Strategy (30 credits)
Aiming to equip students with a detailed understanding of the key developments in, and thinking derived from, the study of strategy, this section will:

  • Explore models and theories of strategy and their application by practicing managers in today’s world; 
  • Inform students of the key developments in, and thinking derived from, the study of strategy; 
  • Critically appraise where and when such models are useful and how to utilise them; 
  • Provide fascinating and relevant examples and exercises that illustrate these concepts with the intent of building students’ capability in strategic thinking and practice.

Module 3: Executive Leadership (30 credits)
Focusing upon the critical issue of people and their performance in the particular context of the maritime industry, the module will:

  • Illustrate how the processes of contemporary human resource management support organisational performance; 
  • Explore the key elements of the HR cycle resourcing, managing performance, developing and rewarding; 
  • Identify areas of overlap between management and leadership and to investigate competences and behaviours associated with management and leadership; 
  • Develop leadership behaviours that will enable students to manage performance as well as lead change to improve overall organisational performance.

Module 4: Advanced International Marketing (20 credits)
Exploring marketing and communication strategies in the context of shipping / logistics organisations, this component will:

  • Equip students with the skills to analyse current marketing strategies and apply appropriate techniques based on insights gained; 
  • Develop students’ ability to identify critical actions that enhance profitability;
  • Help create a communications strategy and plan, a marketing strategy and plan, and to outline the business case for such plans.

Module 5: Finance and Risk Management (20 credits)
This highly topical module looks at the critical issues of finance and risk. Designed to build and enhance the knowledge of students in the financing of ships and management of the major risks in shipping. In particular this section will:

  • Evaluate the various finance methods available for shipping companies; 
  • Critically assess the techniques of investment appraisal under risky and uncertain situations in the shipping industry; 
  • Explore the traditional and emerging methods of risk management and derivatives instruments in shipping.

Module 6: Optimising Business Performance (30 credits)
The final taught module will focus upon the development of shipping within the logistics supply chain. It will build student skills in projects mastery, research and development (R&D) and innovation within the context of shipping logistics. The objective is to provide awareness, knowledge and insight into the organisations’ need for constant attention to technical, cultural, social and environmental change in the global shipping and logistics sectors. In particular this module will:

  • Explore the role of research and development in the advance of historic, contemporary and future operations and technologies;  
  • Define and delineate the key principles of maritime logistics; 
  • Evaluate the need for innovation in the constant management of change; 
  • Integrate and apply the principles of project mastery in attaining and sustaining operational and technical leadership in the maritime supply chain.

Business Transformation Project (30 credits)
Written to the same standard as a dissertation, the project will provide students with a means of developing further the skills and knowledge gained on the MBA, by application to a specific organisational issue or problem. It enables students to demonstrate proficiency in the design of a business enhancement project, application of appropriate methods of investigation, management of the change process and maintenance of vision in the face of the vicissitudes of business realities.

How do I get further information?

Full course details for the MBA in Shipping & Logistics are available online at  http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101 or by email to lma@informa.com.  

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is our partner in delivering this course, combining the academic expertise and reputation of the Middlesex University Business School with the industry conference and training expertise of Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, part of Informa Plc.  Lloyd’s Maritime Academy manages course enrolment on behalf of the University. 

Entry & applying

Entry requirements

To study the Shipping & Logistics MBA you should preferably hold a second class honours degree (bachelor degree), or an overseas equivalent qualification. You must have a minimum of two years’ managerial or professional experience in a full time position.

If you do not hold an honours degree you will be required to demonstrate significantly successful managerial experience* and may be required to complete a GMAT test.

Where English is a second language you may be required to demonstrate a minimum IELTS or TOEFL score.

*Managerial experience means managerial responsibility for people and/or functions and/or technical expertise for example marine engineering or surveying.

Application to enrol

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, our partner for this course, manages course enrolment on behalf of the University.  Please visit http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101 for application details and to enrol online whenever applications are being accepted.  Here you can download the brochure,  http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101BRO or apply directly online http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101APP . Alternatively you can always email lma@informa.com directly at any time for more information about the course.

Fees & funding

Fees & Commencement Information

The fee includes all learning materials and electronic versions of the compulsory texts required over the duration of the programme. It also includes complimentary attendance to a Lloyd’s Maritime Academy two-day seminar*.

A £500 deposit is payable at the time of applying and applications submitted without this will not be processed. The deposit will be deducted from the total fee once approved onto the course and is refundable where applicants are not accepted onto the programme.

Further details of the instalment plan as well as all enrolment information can be found within the “Application Guide” document, which is available to download from the programme website  http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101 as well the full programme brochure at http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101BRO or by contacting Lloyd’s Maritime Academy at lma@informa.com.

Application deadline is Friday 10th August 2012

Applications must be received in full by this date to secure enrolment (subject to approval) in time for the start of the programme. Any applications missing necessary supporting documentation including the deposit on this date will not be processed.

The programme commences on 24th September 2012

The programme starts with a compulsory two week induction module. This provides you with the opportunity to access and familiarise yourself with the online learning portal and the resources available to you through the programme. There will be short exercises during this period to introduce you to the programme, the faculty and your peers.

*Access to the Lloyd’s Maritime Academy Seminar Series

Students can choose from up to forty seminar topics, gaining unrivalled access to expert opinion and business networks. To read more about the seminar series visit www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/seminars. Attendance is permitted only within the study period of the programme, is subject to availability, and travel and accommodation to seminars is at the students own cost.

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, our partner for this course, manages course enrolment and student payment on behalf of the University.  Please visit http://www.mba4shipping.com/FLP2259CA101for fee and application details and to enrol online whenever applications are being accepted.  You can also email lma@informa.com directly about the course.

Distance Learning

The MBA in Shipping & Logistics consists of an extensive collection of distance education activities and resources.

Included is a carefully designed blend of reading and work to be completed independently, practical activities that will be undertaken for feedback, formal assessments, and collaborative learning with other members of the programme, which will generally include some online communication and discussion.

All the necessary materials, resources and guides for study will be provided.

The basis for the structure of learning will be the form in which the materials appear on the University’s Virtual Learning Environment, OASISplus, which will be the main medium of study.

You will have online access to a tutor for each module where they will be available via email and phone at specific times for direct real-time support. The tutor will answer your queries about the content, give advice and support on assessments as well as facilitate discussions.

A member of the university’s e-learning team will always be available to help you with any technical difficulties should these arise.

Assessed work will be completed in the manner prescribed by the specific module’s materials.

There will not be any examinations requiring attendance at a venue, but there will be certain online time-controlled tests in some modules. You will be required to take these within a specific time period. As they will be online, they can be completed at a location of choice.

Full details of how this MBA is delivered are issued to students in the programme handbook prior to its start. Please contact us if you would like to discuss programme delivery in more depth.

Is distance learning right for me?
Distance learning can be highly beneficial to a large variety of people.

As with any kind of educational programme, the increasingly popular distance learning delivery comes with advantages and disadvantages. We recommend you carefully consider these in order to be sure your personal needs, strengths, career goals and maybe corporate objectives are met.

Benefits of distance learning include:
• Flexibility - You can undertake the course from just about anywhere, providing you have the right communications means – a computer and internet connection. This allows you to work when and where it is most convenient without having to squeeze scheduled classes in to an already busy life.

• Lowered costs - Prices for online courses are generally significantly cheaper than their classroom-based tutor-led equivalents and avoid the usual substantial additional costs, such as commuting, accommodation, meals etc. that are incurred when learning away from home.

• Learn while working - As distance learning can usually be completed to your own schedule, you can keep working full time whilst studying. Keeping your job gives you more income, experience and stability while completing your course; giving you less to worry about and more time to focus on your studies.

• Professional classmates - Mix and network via online forums with like-minded individuals on a global basis.

• Learning Style - People learn in different ways. Distance learning has many benefits for students as you take control of your preferred means of studying our material, and the module tutors will help ensure you stay motivated and help you plan your study schedule.

• Social interaction - Some distance learning providers can leave you feeling isolated during your study, but on the MBA you always have your programme leader, module leaders, module tutors, programme co-ordinator and fellow students available via interactive course forums, email and phone so that support is available and you can benefir from all important social learning. 

Possible disadvantages of distance learning:
• Format isn’t suitable for all students - Not everyone is an ideal candidate for distance learning. If a person has problems with motivation and procrastination, or needs lots of individual attention in day to day life, they should think carefully before enrolling on a distance learning course due to the independent nature of study that is required.

• Lack of social interaction - If the classroom environment is what you prefer when learning, you should be aware that it is unlikely you will get the same level of interaction through the live interactive chat rooms, discussion forums and email correspondence.

Sponsor an MBA

Our MBA courses prepare capable managers and executives for leadership roles within their organisations.  Our MBA equips individuals with a broad range of management skills, and in doing so, companies will gain an innovative leader able to inform and support organisational strategy.

If you are thinking about approaching your company to enquire about sponsorship, or if you are thinking about sponsoring an individual on the programme, it may be helpful to consider the following advantages of studying the Shipping & Logistics MBA by distance learning: 

  • Applicability: Employers and participants benefit immediately from the additional skills and knowledge gained. The Business Transformation Project provides an excellent example where an organisation can benefit from having a highly trained and motivated individual working on the solutions to challenges that they need solving.
  • Integration: employers do not lose valuable members of staff to full-time study for one or two years and the employees avoid the problem that can arise with re-integration into the organisation.
  • Flexibility: participants can organise their study time according to personal circumstances, without loss of income or disruption to their careers. 

Our Students

"An excellent opportunity for anyone involved in international trade to not only develop their critical thinking skills and industry best practices but also to enhance knowledge on industry's main challenges, trends and opportunities."

Hilmi M. Armoush, CEO, Trans East Shipping & Logistics

"Middlesex University's MBA in Shipping and Logistics was an educational journey that I really enjoyed. Apart from the knowledge I gained, it mostly helped me at work field. It was not only an education in business, it was a development programme which prepared me for success as a strategic manager."

"With the previous help, criticism and feedback of the tutors, I experienced a unique educational journey that will remain unforgettable."

Kostas Schiniotakis, Supplier Co-ordinator, Benelux Oversease Inc.

"I actually changed my job thanks to this MBA!"

Marco Baccarini, Logistics Department, Mediterranean Shipping Company, SA.

"Taking the MBA in Shipping and Logistics has widened my knowledge, particularly the economics of shipping and the impact on environmental challenges. It has also radically sharpened my leadership, communication and analytical skills to prepare me to be a better manager in the shipping and logistics field. Thank you Middlesex University and Lloyd's Maritime Academy for creating and supporting the programme."

Ooi Eng Hai, General Manager

“On reflection when I look back at myself today, I am surprised at the knowledge gained and skills that I have acquired in my first year studying with Middlesex University and Lloyd’s Maritime Academy. The course content has been very well prepared by experienced professors. The guidance given by module tutors has been very helpful.

The supportive administration staff, the resource section, the library section are 24/7 in attendance and I think I cannot expect anything better.

In addition I have had the opportunity to network across the globe, each an expert in their chosen field. We have had very productive discussions leading to and developing our teamwork capabilities.

I look forward to an extension of the wonderful experience this year”.

Capt. Balajee Jayaraman, Master Mariner

“A very demanding course requiring individual commitment from all participating students.  Such advice should not go unheeded to the prospective student, but of course with commitment comes reward, which means you will have earned your Masters in Business Administration, specialising in Shipping & Logistics.” 

Colin Manchester, Head of Shipping Coverage, Americas, RBS Corporate Banking Division

“I know there are a lot of distance learning MBA programmes in the market but how many of them would take a student with a three-email-a-day and 15kb-limit-per-email (when out at sea which is almost 8 months of the year) limit with no attachments allowed, candidate in their stride and not just impart knowledge to him but, more importantly, broaden his horizons and open his world to the non-technical aspect of his field.

If you know of any MBA programmes with teaching and administrative staff so co-operative and so patient in today's fast moving world I would like to know of them, because I really don't think there are any others, who would, should I say take on this challenge of educating a technologically disadvantaged)withregards to on line access at sea student in their programme and doing a, if I may be allowed to say, "a darn good job". Most  only look for students who can take on the challenge of a demanding online programme but, what for me distinguishes this from the others, is that here even the programme is willing to take up the challenge of a student like me with very limited internet access.

Above is not just a testimonial but more of what I feel from within and I truly thank all who till know have made an effort to keep me up to date in every respect with all facets of the MBA.”

Pavan V. Abhyankar, Chief Engineer, Dynacom Tankers Management Ltd

 

“My work challenges and portfolio keep increasing everyday, and I believe a very intensive MBA like this one could help to position me to better manage my increasing responsibilities. I heard of this MBA about June last year but could not commence immediately because of my tight work schedule. I noticed my schedule got even tighter this year. I had no choice than to start TODAY because TOMORROW may be worse.”

Moses Obichie, Project Officer, Nigeria LNG Ltd

 

“This MBA has challenged me academically and personally. I have found the material relevant and applicable. Embarking on this type of distance learning course at Master’s level is developing my ability to manage time, stress and priorities. I am really enjoying the experience.”

Peter L. Jackson, Head of Department, Projects & Technology, Seaspan Ship Management Ltd

 

“This MBA is encompassing all that I have learned and will give me decent qualification which is not easily found in the logistics field”.

Riaan Lottering, Walvis Bay Stevedoring Co. (Pty) Ltd

 

“I decided to enrol to this MBA program in order to acquire all the necessary tools that would allow me to pursue a job of high standards in the maritime industry, after retiring from the navy”.

Theodore Grammenos, Naval Officer

 

“I am appointed to be part of the management of this new fleet. This why I was looking for such a program so that I could hone my skills and upgrade my knowledge, in term of business and management.”

Francisco Miranda, Sonangol Marine Services

 

“After taking the course for a year, I find it a convenient way of earning a Master degree from a reputable University, as one can learn at one's own pace.  But that doesn't mean one can take it easy, as the discipline required and the pressure of being a normal student exist. The content of the course is without doubt relevant to the current business global business environment and being the 1st batch for the course we are actively contributing to the school to improve the teaching means and the course content.”

Eng Hai Ooi, Safmarine

 

“The course changed my ways of approaching issues.  I am now more focused and business oriented.”

Mansoor A Mohamed, Ruman Shipcontractors Ltd.

 

“The programme is a pillar for developing Shipping Management understanding".

 Jaime Gonzalez-Gil, (Student 2009)

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