Overview

The Master of Business Administration with Shipping programme from American College of Greece is designed in collaboration with the Greek shipping community (the Business Advisory Committee for the Shipping programmes of ALBA), provides significant networking opportunities along with a challenging and unique educational experience delivered by world-renowned academics and distinguished industry practitioners in the field.

Apart from specialized shipping courses and workshops, the MBA in Shipping programme invests heavily in leadership and strategic management competencies, which are particularly relevant both as personal advantages and as essential resources for companies in this sector.

Careers

Through the MBA in Shipping programme you will:

Have a deep understanding of the international business environment of shipping, as well as its rules and regulations.

Exhibit leadership and provide solutions to complex problems and issues faced by the maritime industry.

Empirically apply tools and methods in commercial decisions of shipping companies.

Be able to apply an all-around academic knowledge into business practice.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), and the Hellenic Shipbrokers Association (HSA).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Social Governance and Ethics

Quantitative Methods and Analytics

Presentation and Writing Skills Workshop

Team Building

Maritime Economics

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Ship Technology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

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Rolling Admission| Upcoming Deadline: April 30

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, Greece

Disciplines

Transport Management View 4 other Masters in Transport Management in Greece

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

550

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree; - Provide evidence of excellent command of the English language;
Have a minimum of three years substantial work experience (military service not included);
Need to be currently employed or self-employed (valid for the part time mode only) GMAT tests are optional unless the Academic Committee requires the applicant to take them: in any case, scores of 550 or more (GRE >155) can strengthen your application and help you secure a scholarship.

Candidates must submit:

The completed application form, including one recent photograph in jpeg format;
Two letters of recommendation in Greek or in English language.
Official Academic Transcripts as well as Certified copies of degrees from each undergraduate, graduate or professional degree earned;
Proof of competence in the English language (unless schooled in English), e.g. Proficiency or TOEFL or IELTS.
Three Essays, as indicated in the Application form;

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

14950 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14950 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
EU/EEA

14950 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14950 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Athens

595 - 760 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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