MSc International Shipping and Finance
Applications are now open for 2012 -13
A truly unique programme
- Two leading Business Schools
- Two distinctive locations
- Accredited by both the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) and the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI)
- Internship opportunities for outstanding graduates
- Scholarship opportunities for excellent candidates
- Delivered by world renowned faculty and industry practitioners
- Strong support from the shipping industry
- State-of-the-art facilities including our Thomson Reuters equipped dealing rooms
- Specialised careers development team and career partnership with Spinnaker Consulting Ltd
Meeting the needs of a fast-paced industry
The MSc in International Shipping and Finance is designed to address the needs of the rapidly evolving, highly competitive and capital-intensive shipping industry.
Advancing globalisation and the sustainable expansion of seaborne trade constantly create new opportunities and challenges within the sector that require regular corporate strategy adjustments.
The process of ship financing has evolved considerably due to the size of shipping projects and the rapid technical and environmental developments that trigger an ongoing need for investment. In addition, the volatile and cyclical nature of the shipping business has led to significant developments in shipping related risk management strategies and investment activities.
As a result, there is increasing demand from shipping and transportation companies, as well as investment banks, shipping related funds and consulting firms for personnel with shipping specific financial management skills and knowledge.
The degree is delivered at the ICMA Centre in the UK and ALBA Graduate Business School in Athens, Greece and is designed to provide a unique educational experience that combines research-led teaching and technically advanced training by world-renowned academic faculty and selected industry practitioners.
You will benefit from:
- Distinguished guest speakers
- Hands-on sessions
- Bespoke simulations
- Specialised workshops
- Careers events organised by our dedicated Career Development Unit.
Programme structure
This degree is only available on a full-time basis and is of 9 months duration. Students will be resident and under take full-time study in the UK and Greece.
October - December: | Part 1 - ICMA Centre, Henley Business School, UK |
January - March: | Part 2 - ICMA Centre, Henley Business School, UK |
March - April: | Part 2 - ALBA Graduate Business School, Athens, Greece |
May: | Exams - ICMA Centre, Henley Business School, UK |
Study at ALBA.......largest merchant fleet in the world.
You will have the opportunity to spend two months in Greece, a country with a long-standing tradition in shipping and the largest merchant fleet in the world. During your time at ALBA you will attend specialised shipping courses and participate in other activities such as visits to shipping companies, vessels and ports, accompanied by information sessions from shipping practitioners.
Dual degree award
Students will be awarded two full time MSc degrees in International Shipping and Finance, one from each institution.
Professional development
ICMA International Fixed Income and Derivatives (IFID) Certificate
Students who successfully complete this degree including the module International Securities Markets will be granted this certificate.
CISI Diploma
Students are eligible for exemption from one Diploma module:
- Financial Derivatives.
Instite of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) Professional Qualification
Students are eligible for exemption from three modules:
- Introduction to Shipping
- Economics of Sea Transport
- International Trade and Shipping Finance.
Further information is available regarding exemptions in MScs and Professional Qualifications.
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Come and see us
Why not make an appointment to come and visit. You can chat with our Admissions and Careers teams and a member of academic staff. Email admissions@icmacentre.ac.uk or call +44 (0)118 378 8239.
