Program Overview

BA (Hons) Business Management (Shipping)

Overview

The BA (Hons) Business Management (Shipping) programme is a unique course designed by the School of Shipping of Mediterranean College in collaboration with the University of Derby, a TOP10 UK University for Management studies (Guardian University Guide, 2020). The programme enables you to gain valuable insight in business administration principles and shipping industry practices. The course qualifies you as a professional, able to work in the shipping or in any other industry.

What You Will Study

Shipping is a constantly evolving industry and one of the most vibrant in the Greek economy. The BA (Hons) Business Management (Shipping) programme is unique in Greece, as you will apply the management theories and practices into the shipping business sector. The majority (2/3) of the course familiarises you with fundamental principles of business and management, vital for any type of industry, while the remaining (1/3) focuses on shipping management.

You will comprehend the key principles of shipping so as to adjust and keep up with the constant changes in this highly dynamic industry. You study sea transportation, port management, logistics, ship management, maritime law and chartering. The highlight of the programme is the Business Consultancy Project, which provides you the opportunity to apply in practice what you have learnt throughout the course in a real case shipping industry scenario.

Why Choose This Course

• The degree is awarded by the No1 Ranked UK University in Greece and TOP10 in the UK.
• It is the only CMI accredited programme , offering the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership.
• With a Business Shipping degree, you are flexible to work in the shipping or in any other industry.
• The only programme that provides theInternal Auditor ISM-ISPS-MLC for Shipping Companies accreditation , in cooperation withDNV-GL.
• You can change pathway in the 2nd year of your studies: Management, Finance or Marketing.
• You can participate in a student exchange week at the University of Derby.
• You get familiar with all business functions, through our business simulation lab and the SimVenture awarded software
• You undertake a live consultancy project in one of our partner shipping companies.
• You become a bilingual business executive, with exceptional academic and career prospects.

Course Structure

Year 1

• Understanding People in Organisations
• Business Economics
• Developing the Enterprising Mindset
• Financial and Business Performance
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Operations, Supply Chain & IT
• Introduction to the Global Maritime Environment
• Academic Skills
• English I

Year 2

• Quantitative Skills for Business
• Sustainability and Responsible Management
• Applied Operations Management
• Managing Performance through People
• Maritime Geography & Economics
• Ports & Logistics
• English II

Year 3

• The Business Consultancy Project
• Global Business and Strategy
• Developing Leadership and Management
• Maritime & Commercial Law
• Ship management & Chartering Elements

Admission Requirements

This course is ideal for you, if you are a high school graduate of any discipline with the necessary English language skills, who aspires to build a career the maritime sector.

The minimum English language requirement for the bilingual course (Greek and English) is equivalent to IELTS 4.5 (B1) and for the English-taught course is equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (B2). If you do not possess an official English language certificate, you can sit the College’s internal placement test.

Moreover, you’ll be asked to submit a reference letter from a tutor, and you’ll be called for an academic interview with the programme leader.

If you are a holder of an IEK/ HND diploma or a University or College student in a relevant discipline, you may be granted exception in terms of academic years required to complete the course as your prior academic credentials will be recognized.

Application & Enrolment

We use a rolling admissions policy, so we accept applications throughout the calendar year until all available places are filled. Since this is one of the most popular courses at Mediterranean College, we urge you to submit your application in time.

We also offer multiple fee payment methods, individual payment plans and bursaries based on academic, athletic and socio-economic criteria.

Contact us today and find out more about this course and the available bursaries and funding opportunities. Our admissions advisors will provide you with all necessary information and will guide you though the application and enrolment process.

Degree Recognition

Your degree is recognised in Greece as professionally equivalent to degrees awarded by Greek state universities. It is also recognised by the UK NARIC as academic and professionally equivalent to any UK degree.

Postgraduate Study

A business degree allows you to choose among a great variety of postgraduate or professional courses. At Mediterranean College you can study towards:

• ΜΒΑ Global
• MBA Global Shipping
• MBA Global Finance
• MBA Global Hospitality
• MSc Marketing Management
• MSc Human Resources Management
• MSc International Hospitality Management
• MSc Big Data Analytics

Alternatively, you can opt for an accredited CPD course at Mediterranean Professional Studies:

• Global Operations & Logistics
• Finance for Small & Medium Businesses
• Leadership & Human Resources Management
• Digital & Social Media Marketing
• Marketing & Sales Management
• Hotel & Tourism Management
• Healthcare Management
• Sports Management

Career Prospects

As a business graduate who can build your career in any business environment or develop your own business in Greece or abroad. You can secure positions in:

• Passenger or freight shipping companies
• Transportation & logistics enterprises
• Port management organisations
• Banks & other financial and insurance services
• Services (technology, education, consulting, etc)
• Retail & other commercial businesses
• Industrial production companies