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Masters · 1500 h · 11 modules
Master's in Port Management and Multimodal Transport
Offers comprehensive training to lead in today's dynamic logistics sector. Learn to optimize port operations, master the multimodal supply chain, and implement innovative strategies for efficient resource management and strategic…
Duration1500 h
FormatOnline
Starts4 January
Places20 / 20
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What is the Master’s in Port Management and Multimodal Transport?
The Master's in Port Management and Multimodal Transport
Offers comprehensive training to lead in today's dynamic logistics sector. Learn to optimize port operations, master the multimodal supply chain, and implement innovative strategies for efficient resource management and strategic decision-making. This program provides you with the tools and knowledge necessary to boost the competitiveness of organizations in a globalized environment.
Differentiating Advantages
- Practical Approach: Real-world case studies and simulations to apply knowledge.
- Global Vision: Analysis of trends and challenges in the port and multimodal transport sector at an international level.
- Skills Development: Leadership, project management, negotiation, and effective communication.
- Networking: Opportunities to connect with professionals and experts in the sector.
- Flexibility: Online format with multimedia resources and personalized tutoring.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,500 hours
Modules
11
Programme highlights
- Strategic Vision: Master the comprehensive management of ports and multimodal transport, from planning to operations.
- Advanced Logistics: Optimize supply chains by integrating innovative technologies and sustainability.
- Industry Experts: Learn from leading professionals and participate in real-world case studies.
- Global Networking: Expand your network with port companies, logistics operators, and authorities.
- Professional Development: Boost your career towards management positions in the port and logistics sector.
- Prepare for the challenges of the future in a key sector for international trade.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Global Port Ecosystem, Governance, Concession Models and Logistics Value Chain
- Ports and terminal typologies: Container, Bulk, Ro-Ro, Multipurpose, Passenger and Offshore
- Port Governance and Logistics Community: Port Authority, Dealers, Shipping Companies, Operators and Agents
- Concession and PPP models: risk sharing, investment obligations, SLAs and control mechanisms
- Port Strategic Planning: Hinterland, Foreland, Brokers and Competitive Positioning
- Port Value Chain: Maritime Services, Stowage, Storage, Value Added and Last Mile
- Resilience and continuity: contingencies, disruptions, redundancies and operational recovery plans
- Reference Port KPIs: Productivity, Occupation, Scale Times, Dwell Time and Unit Costs
- Process design and SOPS: standardisation, change control and operational traceability
- Stakeholders and social licence: communication, externalities, urban-port coexistence and reputation
- Diagnostic Workshop: Port Process Map and Performance Baseline by Terminal Type
02
Terminal engineering, layout design and scenario capacity planning
- Functional design of terminal: zoning, flows, accesses, restrictions and modular expansion
- Docking Capacity (Berth Capacity): Windows, Occupation, Meteo-Marine Restrictions and Buffers
- Yard Capacity: Density, Segregation, Reefer, IMO, Voids and Optimisation
- Gate Capacity: Quotes, Queues, Turnaround Time, Peaks and Lane Dimensioning
- Internal Rail Capacity: Slots, Composition, Yard Rail, Operations and Patio Synchronization
- Equipment sizing: STS/RTG/RMG, REACH Stackers, Tractors and Technical Availability
- Simulation and Twin Conceptual: Scenarios, Sensitivity, Bottlenecks and Operational Policies
- Investment Master Plan: Prioritization, Business Case, Risks and CAPEX Schedule
- Design Security: Traffic Separation, Restricted Areas, Emergencies and Operational Ergonomics
- Layout Workshop: Preliminary Design and Validation of Capacities and Restrictions
03
Maritime Operations, Docking Planning and Ship-Terminal-Earth Coordination
- Scaling: ETA/ETD, windows, prioritisation and uncertainty management
- Docking Planning: Job Assignment, Drifts, Trailer/Practice and Operational Restrictions
- Load/Download Plan: Sequences, Winery/Bay Distribution and Productivity Objective
- STS Operations Management: Crane Assignment, Warehouse Changes, Interference and Security
- Special goods: OOG, RO-RO, Reefers, Project Cargo and Dangerous Goods
- Damage Control and Claims: Evidence, Expertise, Traceability and Contract Closure
- Congestion Management: Anchoring, Waits, Yard Overflow and “Recovery” measures
- Weather-Marine Windows: Go/No-Go Criteria, Restrictions and Decision Protocols
- Operational Reporting: Parts, Indicators, SLA of Shipping Companies and Daily Performance Review
- Scale Control Workshop: Design of a “Port Call Plan” with KPIs and contingencies
04
Patio, inventory and equipment management: productivity, safety and unit cost
- Stacking Strategies: Rules by Rotation, Destination, IMO, Reefer and Re-Manipulation Optimisation
- Movement planning: sequencing, dispatching, resource balance and waiting reduction
- Inventory Management: Accuracy, Reconciliation, Events, Exceptions, and Courtyard Audit
- Patio Equipment Operation: RTG/RMG, REACH Stacker, Straddle and Risk Control
- Availability-oriented maintenance: Criticality, MTBF/MTTR, spare parts and planned stops
- Yard job security: exclusion zones, procedures, permits and incident analysis
- Reefers Management: Energy, Monitoring, Alarms, Protocols and Custody Responsibility
- IMO/IMDG Management: Segregation, Signaling, Emergency Plans and Document Compliance
- Patio KPIs: Moves/Hour, Dwell Time, Utilization, Damage, Backlog and Movement Cost
- Optimisation Workshop: Redesign of Patio Rules for Productivity and Safety Goal
05
Gate, Customs and Documentation: Land Flow, Access Control and Compliance
- Gate Process Design: Pre-Gate, OCR, Weighing, Inspection and Exit with EIR
- Appointment Management (TAS): Rules, Capacity, Seasonal Peaks, and Queue Control
- Customs integration: lifts, inspections, enclosures, seals and exception management
- Key documentation: BL, DO, VGM, manifests, ENS/ICS and event traceability
- Physical security: credentials, perimetres, CCTV, access control and audits
- Fleet and carrier management: SLAs, compliance, communication and penalties
- Inspections and Scanners: Operational Coordination, Times, Priorities and Chain of Custody
- Incident management: blocking, fraud, discrepancies and resolution protocols
- Gate KPIs: Truck Turnaround, Throughput, Rejection Rate, Punctuality and Congestion
- Documentary Workshop: “Paperless” flow design with controls, roles and evidence
06
Multimodal transport and intermodality: brokers, hinterland and service planning
- Multimodal architecture: maritime–highway–rail–fluvial–airliness and choice criteria
- Logistics corridors: capacity, nodes, bottlenecks and competitiveness by time/cost
- Railway Planning: Slots, Block Trains, Composition, Interior Terminal and Synchronization
- Operation of tanks and voids: repositioning, costs, availability and agreements with shipping companies
- Door-to-door operations: consolidation, cross-dock, distribution and last mile
- Management of special containers: Reefers, Tank, Flat Rack and associated maintenance
- Multimodal Chain Risk: Damage, Delays, Security, Traceability and Continuity
- Contracts and responsibilities: Incoterms, Insurance, Limits and Claims Management
- KPIs Multimodals: OTIF, Lead Time, Reliability, Cost per TEU-KM and emissions
- Service Design Workshop: Intermodal proposal for a broker with operational plan and KPIs
07
Port Economy, Pricing, Revenue Management and Operational Cost Control
- Structure of port and terminal fees: components, surcharges and elasticity
- Income models: Contracts, volumes, guaranteed minimums and penalties for SLA
- Costing by Activity (ABC): Drivers, Assignment, Unit Costs and Profitability by Service
- CAPEX/OPEX budgeting: Forecast, diversions, control and executive reporting
- Productivity vs Cost: Benchmarking, experience curves and investment decisions
- Purchasing and supplier management: approval, SLAs, audits and performance control
- Claims and Disputes Management: Evidence, Timeline, Expertise and Contract Resolution
- Financial evaluation of projects: VAN/IRR, sensitivity, risk and scenarios
- Financial Governance: Scorecards, Compliance, Segregation of Functions and Internal Control
- Financial Workshop: Business Case for Terminal Improvement with ROI and Implementation Plan
08
Port digitization: TOS, PCS, EDI/APIs, IoT and real-time decision analytics
- TOS Architecture: Modules, Business Rules, Inventory, Exceptions and Traceability
- PCS and Single Window - Interoperability, Data Governance and Community Coordination
- EDI/APIS integrations: messages, quality, versioning and change control
- IoT and sensorization: OCR, equipment telemetry, RTLs and priority use cases
- End-to-End Visibility: Track & Trace, Events, Alerts and Predictive ETA
- Operational Analytics: Dashboards, Bottlenecks, Congestion Prediction and Optimisation
- Automation and Smart Terminal: Workflows, RPA, Partial Autonomy and Operational Security
- IT/OT Cybersecurity: Access, Segmentation, Hardening, Backups and Digital Continuity
- Data Governance: metadata, lineage, retention, audit and compliance
- Labouratory: TOS-PCS digital architecture design with KPIs and data model
09
Security, Sustainability and Compliance: IPS, IMDG, Environment and Climate Resilience
- IPS Port Security: Evaluation, Plans, Roles, Access Control and Audits
- Occupational health and safety: critical risks, permits, lotus, special jobs and preventive culture
- IMDG/IMO management: segregation, storage, signage, emergencies and documentation
- Environmental management: waste, spills, emissions, noise and verifiable mitigation measures
- Port decarbonisation: electrification, PAHO, alternative fuels and transition plans
- Climate resilience: flood, extreme swell, heat, continuity and adaptation of infrastructure
- Emergency management: plans, drills, external coordination and lessons learned
- Audits and Compliance: Nonconformities, Corrective Actions and Evidence System
- Port ESG indicators - metrics, reporting, traceability and continuous improvement
- Risk Workshop: Comprehensive Matrix of Operational-Environmental Risks with Response Plan
10
Strategic direction, leadership, change management and operational excellence in ports and logistics
- Models of Operational Excellence: Port Lean, Standardization and Visual Management
- Change Management: Adoption, Training, Resistance and Internal Communication
- Talent management: critical roles, shifts, productivity, fatigue and skills
- KPI Governance: KPI Tree, Daily/Weekly Review and Accountability
- Customer Relationship: SLAs, QBRS, Customer Success and Service Improvement
- Stakeholder management: port community, regulator, city and strategic alliances
- Expansion Planning: Phases, Capex, Permits, Risks and Commissioning
- Innovation and portfolio: Prioritization of initiatives, maturity and scaling
- Operational Crisis Management: Decision-Making, Communication and Recovery
- Pre-TFM: Case Definition, Scope, Metrics, Data Plan and Validation Plan
11
Master’s Final Project in Port Management and Multimodal Transport
- Choice of topic and definition of the research problem
- Formulation of objectives, hypotheses and scope of work
- Review of the state of the art and specialised bibliography
- Analysis of the applicable regulatory and technical framework
- Design of the methodology and the work plan
- Data collection, processing and validation
- Technical development and analysis of results
- Discussion, conclusions and future lines of work
- Drafting of the memory in accordance with academic standards
- Presentation and public defence before the Court
Workload
Study Time and Workload
1500 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Logistics professionals seeking to lead supply chain and port operations optimization projects.Port company directors and managers interested in implementing innovative strategies for the efficient management of terminals and services.Engineers and technicians aspiring to specialize in the planning, design, and maintenance of port infrastructure and transportation systems.Graduates in busine
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Optimize port operational efficiency
- 02Design innovative intermodal logistics strategies
- 03Efficiently manage port human and technical resources
- 04Leading the digital transformation in the port sector
- 05Developing sustainable port business models
- 06Assess and mitigate risks in port and transport operations
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Port Terminal Manager: operational planning, resource optimization, client negotiation.
03Multimodal Transport Specialist: design of integrated logistics chains, coordination of land, sea, and air transport.
04Port Logistics Consultant: process analysis, implementation of improvements, strategic advice.
05Port Operations Manager: supervision of loading and unloading activities, management of cargo flows, quality control.
06International Trade and Market Analyst: trend analysis, opportunity identification, development of expansion strategies.
07Port Project Manager: planning, execution, and control of infrastructure, modernization, and expansion projects.
08Customs and Foreign Trade Specialist: management of procedures Customs, regulatory compliance, trade facilitation.
09Port Security Manager: Design and implementation of security plans, risk management, coordination with authorities.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Port management and operation, including multimodal transport and associated logistics.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Multimodal transport.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
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Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
```htmlAcademic/Professional Profile:Bachelor's/Undergraduate degree in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering (Civil, Industrial, Roads, Canals and Ports), Law or related field; or accredited professional experience in the port and/or logistics sector.Language proficiency:Recommended: English level B2 (CEFR) or equivalent, demonstrable through a certificate or level test.Documentation:Updated CV, copy of university degree (if applicable), academic transcript, ID/Passport, cover letter, and any other documentation that proves professional experience (if applicable).
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