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Shipping and Logistics MBA

Learn about the course below
Code
PGN12A
Start
September 2023
Duration
2 years part-time
Attendance
Part-time via online distance learning
Fees
£17,000 (UK)*
£17,000 (EU/INT)*
Course leader
Stephane Bignoux

The Masters of Business Administration in Shipping and Logistics is offered by Middlesex University Business School in conjunction with Lloyd's Maritime Academy. The programme curriculum has been designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to further your maritime leadership and management career.

Why study the MBA Shipping and Logistics at Middlesex University?

The programme consists of eight intensive core modules delivered online over two years. You'll get the chance to immerse yourself in major topics such as maritime administration, ship finance, risk management, maritime economics and trade, maritime law, formulating business strategy, human resource management, executive leadership, international marketing, brand establishment, logistics and supply chain management, project mastery and innovative practice.

Online delivery means you can study without having to travel to attend lectures or seminars. Our state of the art learning portal provides access to online written materials, complimented by audio/visual content, group interaction and networking opportunities. Each module uses a variety of learning tools, combining throughout into a varied, interactive and educational programme that offers the perfect synergy between theory and applications.

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.

To successfully complete the programme you must pass each module and the final Business Transformation Project. Module assessments will incorporate course work, online discussion participation, examinations and individual and group projects.

As a student of this course you'll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.

Join our MBA academics for a webinar presentation and Q&A about our MBA programmes

If you would like to find out more about our MBA courses, register for our live webinar with the Director of MBA Programmes, Dr Anjali Bakhru and Director of the full time MBA Programme, Dr David Kernohan. They will give an insight into what it's like to study an MBA with Middlesex and answer your questions. Please visit our event page for more details and to register.

Further information

You can view full course details for the MBA in Shipping & Logistics online or request more information by emailing LMA Admin.

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 and Lloyd's Maritime Academy.

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What will you study on the MBA Shipping and Logistics?

The design and content of this MBA provides an integrated balance of management theories with their underlying practical application in the maritime sector. The MBA is the result of exhaustive research and has been developed in conjunction with maritime and logistics industry leaders, shipping executives, well-regarded academics and the next generation of management.

The MBA begins with a compulsory two week induction providing 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. There are some compulsory short exercises during this period to allow introductions to the subject, the faculty and fellow peers.

Core teaching Staff

You can find out more about teaching and assessment in the programme specification

  1. UK
  2. EU/International
  3. Additional costs
  4. Scholarships and bursaries

How can the MBA Shipping and Logistics support your career?

The MBA not only benefits you as an individual, thus enhancing career prospects; it also proves invaluable to employers and their development.

The MBA can significantly advance your career by giving you:

  • The confidence to operate across all areas of your industry
  • Enhanced capabilities to lead, think and act more strategically
  • Awareness of personal strengths and opportunities for improvement
  • The ability to apply knowledge as you learn it in real time and the real world
  • An understanding of the challenges in other sectors, industries and locations
  • A demonstrable ability to meet the challenges of a senior management role
  • The academic skills and intellectual habits to continue personal development after completing the MBA
  • Networking and support opportunities through lifelong alumni membership.

The MBA can benefit your employer by:

  • Significantly enhancing your capabilities across a range of areas such as business management, people management, project management, strategic thinking, innovation and change
  • Improving your ability to operate at a more strategic level and contribute beyond your own functional specialism
  • Providing an opportunity for a cost-effective management development programme
  • Allowing the flexibility to study and participate without absence from the workplace
  • Presenting the opportunity to gain value for your organisation through your Business Transformation Project, providing significant research into a relevant business issue

Dr Stephane Bignoux
Senior Lecturer in Management

Dr Stephane is responsible for teaching and administering three strategy modules taught nationally and internationally. He teaches Financial and Strategic Management at Middlesex University and is currently the Module Leader for the strategy module within the MBA Shipping & Logistics as well as the Programme Leader.

Dr Ioannis Bournakis
Senior Lecturer in Economics

Dr Bournakis' research interests lie within a broad area of Applied Economics, with particular reference to International Trade, Productivity Convergence and Industrial Organisation. He has also taught Maritime Economics in the MBA in Shipping and Logistics, he is currently the Programme Leader for the Distance Learning MBA in Middlesex University Business School

  • Hilmi M. Armoush

    CEO, Trans East Shipping & Logistics

    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 the industry's main challenges, trends and opportunities

  • Kostas Schiniotakis

    Supplier Co-coordinator, Benelux Overseas Inc.

    Middlesex University's MBA in Shipping and Logistics was an educational journey that I really enjoyed. Apart from the knowledge I gained, it was a great help at work. 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.

  • Marco Baccarini

    Logistics Department, Mediterranean Shipping Company, SA.

    I actually changed my job thanks to this MBA!

  • Ooi Eng Hai

    General Manager

    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.

  • Capt. Balajee Jayaraman

    Master Mariner

    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

  • Colin Manchester

    Head of Shipping Coverage, Americas, RBS Corporate Banking Division

    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.

  • Pavan V. Abhyankar

    Chief Engineer, Dynacom Tankers Management Ltd

    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. I truly thank all who make an enormous effort to keep me up to date in every respect, despite the technical and communications challenges.

  • Moses Obichie

    Project Officer, Nigeria LNG 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.

  • Peter L. Jackson

    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.

  • Riaan Lottering

    Walvis Bay Stevedoring Co. (Pty) 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

  • Theodore Grammenos

    Naval Officer

    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

  • Eng Hai Ooi

    Safmarine

    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.

  • Mansoor A Mohamed

    Ruman Shipcontractors Ltd.

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


We’ll carefully manage any future changes to courses, or the support and other services available to you, if these are necessary because of things like changes to government health and safety advice, or any changes to the law.

Any decisions will be taken in line with both external advice and the University’s Regulations which include information on this.

Our priority will always be to maintain academic standards and quality so that your learning outcomes are not affected by any adjustments that we may have to make.

At all times we’ll aim to keep you well informed of how we may need to respond to changing circumstances, and about support that we’ll provide to you.

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