MB

Overview

The Bachelor in Maritime Business (MB) program at SMA offers students an exceptional opportunity to launch careers in one of the world's most dynamic and globally connected industries. This comprehensive 4-year program, which is designed in conjunction with the senior professionals from the maritime industry, uniquely combines essential business management skills with specialized maritime expertise, preparing graduates to excel in international shipping, port operations, logistics, ship finance, insurance, and maritime trade, law and management.

Students benefit from addressing real-world and live challenges in the field of maritime business while gaining hands-on experience of ship operations using the world-class simulation facilities including full-mission navigational bridge simulators and cutting-edge mixed reality vessel handling.

Program Highlights

Accreditation

Recognised by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)

Duration

Four years of comprehensive study

Credits

120 credit hours

Why Choose This Course?

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With a curriculum covering everything from maritime law and cyber risk management to sustainable business practices and digital transformation, graduates will emerge as well-rounded professionals ready to tackle contemporary challenges in the maritime business sector. The program's emphasis on leadership development, ethical decision-making, and international communication ensures students are equipped not just with technical knowledge, but with the strategic thinking and cultural awareness needed to advance to management positions in this truly global industry. Upon completion, graduates are positioned to make immediate, effective contributions to leading maritime organizations worldwide.

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Industry-Relevant Curriculum

The program’s curriculum is highly relevant to the needs of the maritime business industry, including:

1. Maritime Operations & Technical Knowledge - Master ship operations, cargo handling, navigation systems, and vessel stability while understanding the technical foundations that drive the maritime industry

2. Commercial Maritime Law & Risk Management - Develop expertise in international maritime law, marine insurance, cyber risk management, and regulatory compliance essential for modern shipping operations

3. Port & Terminal Management - Gain specialized knowledge in port operations, terminal management, and the integration of technology and digitalization in current and future port facilities

4. Shipping Finance & Chartering - Learn the financial mechanisms of the maritime industry including shipping finance, chartering practices, charter party agreements, and investment appraisal techniques specific to maritime assets

5. Digital Transformation & Sustainability - Explore cutting-edge topics including AI applications in maritime business, e-commerce integration, cybersecurity protocols, and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) principles aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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Program Learning Outcomes

PLO1: Demonstrate thorough understanding of contemporary business practices in maritime transport and business practices in the international shipping context (QFE: Knowledge)

PLO2: Demonstrate proficiency in research methods and the application of new concepts and interdisciplinary approaches to maritime transport and business (QFE: Knowledge).

PLO3: Investigate and solve complex problems in maritime business and communicate findings to diverse audiences in professional or academic settings (QFE: Skills).

PLO4: Analyse diverse maritime business problems in simulated and work-based scenarios to identify potential solutions (QFE: Knowledge & Skills).

PLO5: Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in different team roles and contribute to successful outcomes in professional or academic settings (QFE: Responsibility).

PLO6: Communicate effectively on maritime business issues in an international maritime environment (QFE: Skills).

PLO7: Make well-reasoned decisions in situations relevant to the field of study, taking into account sustainability, legal and ethical standards in line with professional obligations (QFE: Responsibility & Skills).

Program Structure

General English

Credit Hours: 3

Emirati Studies

Credit Hours: 3

General Mathematics

Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to Ship & Cargo Knowledge

Credit Hours: 2

Introduction to Bridge Watchkeeping & Marine Communication

Credit Hours: 2

Introduction to Navigation & Chart Work

Credit Hours: 2

Introduction to Digital Navigation

Credit Hours: 2

Islamic Studies

Credit Hours: 3

Technical Writing & Communication

Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to Ship Stability & Construction

Credit Hours: 2

Ship Emergency Procedures

Credit Hours: 2

Introduction to Maritime Law

Credit Hours: 3

Financial Accounting

Credit Hours: 3

E Commerce & Digital Technology

Credit Hours: 3

Global Logistics

Credit Hours: 3

Marine Organisations

Credit Hours: 3

Elective 1

Credit Hours: 3

Managerial Accounting

Credit Hours: 3

Elective 2

Credit Hours: 3

Principles of Management

Credit Hours: 3

Statistics and Data Analytics

Credit Hours: 3

Maritime Economics

Credit Hours: 3

Port & Terminal Management

Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to Business Law

Credit Hours: 3

Commercial Ship Management

Credit Hours: 3

Human Resource Management

Credit Hours: 3

International Maritime Law

Credit Hours: 3

Maritime Cyber Risk Management

Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to Chartering

Credit Hours: 3

Internship I (Work Placement)

Credit Hours: 6

Chartering Practice

Credit Hours: 3

AI & Digital Business

Credit Hours: 3

Economics of International Trade

Credit Hours: 3

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Credit Hours: 3

Elective 3

Credit Hours: 3

Research Methods

Credit Hours: 3

Marine Insurance & Risk

Credit Hours: 3

Elective 4

Credit Hours: 3

Internship II (with industry-based, career- aligned, final project)

Credit Hours: 6

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Entry Requirements

Completion Requirement

Students are required to complete 142 credit hours distributed as follows:

1. 21 credit hours as university requirements.

2. 75 credit hours as college requirements.

3. 46 credit hours as program requirements.

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University Requirement (General Education)

21 credit hours as university requirements
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Mandatory Courses

GED 100 Introduction to research methodology Credit Hours: 3
GED 102 General Mathematics Credit Hours: 3
GED 103 General Maritime English I Credit Hours: 3
GED 104 Advance Mathematics Credit Hours: 3
GED 105 General Maritime English II Credit Hours: 3
GED 106 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Credit Hours: 3
GED 107 Personal Development Credit Hours: 3

College Requirement

75 credit hours as college requirements.
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Mandatory Courses

PE 101 Physical Education I Credit Hours: 0
PE 102 Physical Education II Credit Hours: 0
PE 203 Physical Education III Credit Hours: 0
PE 204 Physical Education IV Credit Hours: 0
MT 111 Ship Knowledge and Marine Communications Credit Hours: 3
MT 112 Bridge Watchkeeping Credit Hours: 3
MT 121 Fundamentals of Physics Credit Hours: 3
MT 122 Advance Physics Credit Hours: 2
MT 131 Fundamentals of Navigation Credit Hours: 3
MT 132 Chart Work Credit Hours: 3
MT 141 Information Technology Credit Hours: 2
MT 151 Meteorology Credit Hours: 3
MT 161 Industrial Chemistry Credit Hours: 2
MT 213 Ship Emergency Procedures Credit Hours: 2
MT 214 Ship Handling Credit Hours: 2
MT 222 Ship Stability Credit Hours: 3
MT 231 Ship Construction Credit Hours: 2
MT 232 Marine Engineering Credit Hours: 2
MT 235 Voyage Planning & Ocean Passage Credit Hours: 4
MT 236 Ship Compasses Credit Hours: 3
MT 239 Celestial Navigation Credit Hours: 3
MT 251 Cargo Handling & Stowage Credit Hours: 3
MT 262 Marine Radar and Automatic Plotting Aids Credit Hours: 3
MT 263 Digital Navigation Systems Credit Hours: 3
MT 292 International Maritime Law Credit Hours: 3
MT 501 Seamanship & Watchkeeping Credit Hours: 4
MT 502 Ship Construction & Stability Credit Hours: 4
MT 503 Advanced Cargo Handling & Stowage Credit Hours: 4
MT 504 Terrestrial Navigation Credit Hours: 4
MT 505 Electronic Navigation Credit Hours: 2

Program Requirement (Specialization Courses)

46 credit hours as program requirements

Offshore Operations Concentration Courses
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Mandatory Courses
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MT 101 Project year I Credit Hours: 2
MT 202 Project year II Credit Hours: 2
MT 403 Final Project I Credit Hours: 3
MT 404 Final Project II Credit Hours: 3
MT 436 Integrated Navigation System Credit Hours: 3
MST 305 Practical Sea Training I Credit Hours: 6
MST 306 Practical Sea Training II Credit Hours: 6
MOS 410 Offshore Operations Management Credit Hours: 3
MOS 412 Offshore Units & Handling Credit Hours: 3
MOS 413 Offshore Engineering Credit Hours: 3
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Electives Courses
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MOS 411 Maritime Safety Quality Systems Credit Hours: 3
MOS 414 Advanced Operations Management Credit Hours: 3
MOS 416 Liquid Cargo Credit Hours: 3
MOS 417 Offshore Cargo Handling Credit Hours: 3
MOS 418 Rig & Platform Safety Credit Hours: 3
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Mandatory Courses
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MT 101 Project year 1 Credit Hours: 2
MT 202 Project year 2 Credit Hours: 2
MT 403 Final Project 1 Credit Hours: 3
MT 404 Final Project 2 Credit Hours: 3
MT 436 Integrated Navigation System Credit Hours: 3
MST 305 Practical Sea Training I Credit Hours: 6
MST 306 Practical Sea Training II Credit Hours: 6
MPS 445 Port Operations Management Credit Hours: 3
MPS 446 Commercial Maritime Law Credit Hours: 3
MPS 447 Maritime Logistics Credit Hours: 3
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Electives Courses

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MPS 438 Smart Ports Operation Credit Hours: 3
MPS 439 Energy Management Credit Hours: 3
MPS 440 Ship Business Credit Hours: 3
MPS 441 Maritime Marketing Credit Hours: 3
MPS 442 Maritime Economics Credit Hours: 3
MPS 443 Maritime Port Economics Credit Hours: 3
MPS 448 Maritime Crewing Management Credit Hours: 3
MPS 451 Maritime Safety Quality Systems Credit Hours: 3

Bachelor of Maritime Business (MB)

Overview

Why Choose This Course?

Industry-Relevant Curriculum

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Structure

Come to an Open Day

Entry Requirements