Maritime business studies combines practical maritime knowledge with theoretical business skills. Relevant business theories and techniques are practised in the maritime transport industry, in particular concentrating on the commercial sector of the shipping industry. Employment is usually found in the maritime transport industry, with positions ranging from clerk to manager. The course has a core of marine and coastal resources related study with emphasis on commercial and recreational fisheries, aquaculture and coastal zone management. All this is augmented by specialised law, public sector policy, planning and management subjects.
Students undertake an individual research project during the third year.
Specific fisheries and coastal management subjects include aquaculture policy and administration, fisheries planning and management, administrative law, environmental law, coastal zone management fisheries and the community. Fisheries specific subjects include fishing gear technology, fisheries biology, stock assessment and management, recreational fisheries. In addition, specific maritime management subjects in commercial shipping, terminal operations, maritime logistics, and insurance, provide industry skills. The structure of the degree is designed to prepare students for management careers in shipping, freight forwarding and ports and terminals. The course is taught by lecturers experienced in the management of these businesses and familiar with their requirements.