Masters:
Business & Management

MBA IN SHIPPING

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Institute:
ALBA Graduate Business School, The American College of Greece
Athens
September 2025
10-20 months
MBA
Full Time, Part Time
English

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Who Should Apply?

  • Experienced Professionals: Those with at least three years of substantial work experience looking to accelerate their careers in management roles within the maritime sector.
  • Family Business Leaders: Professionals preparing to take on greater leadership responsibilities in family-owned shipping businesses.
  • Merchant Marine Officers: Officers (Master or Chief Engineer) with experience both at sea and onshore, ready to expand their leadership and management expertise.

Προϋποθέσεις Εγγραφής
Admissions Criteria

  • Bachelor’s Degree and Work Experience: A minimum of three years of substantial work experience is required (military service excluded), with preference given to those currently employed or self-employed.
  • English Proficiency: Applicants must provide proof of excellent English language skills. GMAT is optional but can strengthen applications with scores of 515 or above (GRE >155).

DESCRIPTION

SEA...YOUR FUTURE

The Alba MBA with Shipping is designed for aspiring and seasoned shipping professionals who aim to lead in one of the world’s most critical industries. In collaboration with the Greek shipping community and our prestigious Shipping Business Advisory Committee, this program combines the depth of MBA-level business education with specialized courses in shipping, providing a holistic approach to leadership in the maritime sector.

Through collaboration with both resident and visiting faculty, who are global experts in their fields, participants will gain a global perspective on business and shipping, benefiting from insights that blend academic rigor with practical relevance. In addition to specialized shipping courses and workshops, the program emphasizes leadership and strategic management competencies, crucial both as personal skills and as resources for companies in the maritime sector.

One of the key strengths of the MBA with Shipping is its strong links to the shipping industry, supported by significant networking opportunities with major Greek shipping companies, including visits to ports, commercial vessels, and companies. The program’s ties with influential industry organizations such as WISTA Hellas, The Hellenic Shipbrokers Association, and The International Propeller Club offer further opportunities for networking, scholarships, and financial aid.

The MBA with Shipping is accredited by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), with graduates eligible for three ICS exemptions, further enhancing professional prospects. Alba shipping students also benefit from membership access to BIMCO, the world’s largest direct-membership shipping organization, and receive discounts on numerous BIMCO products. Moreover, the program’s international recognition adds significant value, being accredited by both AMBA (the Association of MBAs) and NECHE (New England Commission of Higher Education), ensuring global credibility and status.

INFORMATION

Funding Options
At Alba Graduate Business School, we are deeply committed to supporting our students' educational journey. We offer a variety of scholarships that reflect our dedication to rewarding academic excellence and fostering leadership potential.
Alba shipping programs are supported by WISTA Hellas, The Hellenic Shipbrokers Association (HSA), The International Propeller Club (Piraeus), the Master's and Mates Union of the Greek Merchant Marine, the International Community for Maritime and Ocean Professionals (SNAME) and the Green Award, offering several partial scholarships and financial support.
We also offer financial aid, awarded to candidates who demonstrate financial need, ensuring that deserving students have access to top-tier education regardless of financial circumstances.

TUITION FEES
For information regarding student fees please contact the Institute.
CONTACT FORM
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