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Masters · 1600 h · 11 modules
Master's in Maritime Supply Chain and Global Ports
This program prepares you to lead the transformation of the sector. Master port operations, international logistics, and supply chain management from a global and strategic perspective. Acquire the skills necessary to optimize…
Duration1600 h
FormatOnline
Starts21 December
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Master’s in Maritime Supply Chain and Global Ports?
The Master in Maritime Supply Chain and Global Ports
This program prepares you to lead the transformation of the sector. Master port operations, international logistics, and supply chain management from a global and strategic perspective. Acquire the skills necessary to optimize processes, implement innovative technologies, and make informed decisions in a dynamic and competitive environment. This program offers you a comprehensive view of the maritime-port business, from fleet management and international trade to sustainability and regulation.
This program prepares you to lead the transformation of the sector. Master port operations, international logistics, and supply chain management from a global and strategic perspective.
Differentiating Advantages
- Practical Approach: Real-world case studies, simulations, and applied projects.
- Networking: Industry-expert professors and networking opportunities.
- Global Vision: International perspective on supply chains and ports.
- Professional Development: Enhance your leadership, management, and communication skills.
- Flexibility: Online and blended learning options to fit your lifestyle.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,600 hours
Modules
11
Start date
05-12-2026
Programme highlights
- Global Vision: Master the maritime supply chain and port operations internationally.
- Strategic Specialization: Delve into logistics management, process optimization, and digitalization in the maritime-port sector.
- Professional Networking: Connect with industry experts and build a valuable network for your career.
- Practical Methodology: Learn through real-world case studies, simulations, and projects applied to today's business environment.
- Leadership Development: Acquire the skills necessary to lead teams and make strategic decisions in the supply chain.
- Boost your career in the maritime-port sector with cutting-edge training.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Global Strategy of Maritime Supply Chain and International Trade
- Integration of maritime transport in global supply chains (GSCM)
- Macroeconomics of global trade, cargo flows and large sea routes
- Reconfiguration of the Supply Chain: Nearshoring, Reshoring and Regional Chains
- Geopolitics of the seas: bottlenecks (chokepoints), channels and global conflicts
- Demand models in the maritime supply chain: push, pull and just-in-time networks
- World cargo typology: containers, dry bulk, liquids and cargo project
- Resilience and adaptability strategies in the Supply Chain versus Disruption
- Maritime Market Organisation: Shipping Companies, Logistics Operators, Freight forwarders and Authorities
- International regulations of foreign trade and non-tariff barriers
- Comprehensive Dashboard and Strategic Performance Metrics in the Maritime Supply Chain
02
Demand planning, inventories and purchases in maritime environments
- Prediction models of the demand for transport and market fluctuations
- Management of global inventory and security stock in maritime-port nodes
- Strategies for international procurement and selection of maritime suppliers
- Reduction of the whip effect (Bullwhip effect) through collabouration in the chain
- Management of purchases of supplies, fleet and fuel parts (Bunkering)
- Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) in Maritime Routes and Services
- Credit risk management, international payments and letters of credit
- Synchronization of maritime supply with land production and industry
- Vendor Managed Inventory Models (VMI) in Logistic Terminals
- Analysis of the total cost of ownership (TCO) in the international supply chain
03
Operations Shipping Companies and Strategic Fleet Management
- Network Architecture Shipping Companies: Direct Services, Hub & Spoke and Transfers
- Commercial and operational management of container transport (Liner Shipping)
- Strategic Alliances Shipping Companies, Consortiums and Capacity Sharing Agreements (VSA)
- Dynamics of the bulk market (tramp shipping) and charters by trip/time
- Planning and optimisation of ship rotations, itineraries and times of scale
- Management of repositioning, balancing and rotation of empty containers
- Ship Economy: Speed Optimisation (Slow Steaming) and Bunker Consumption
- Operation of ships of special characteristics: RO-RO, refrigerators and gaseros
- Fleet cost structure: Operational differences between CAPEX and OPEX
- Technical management, crews and preventive maintenance of the commercial fleet
04
Governance, planning and port strategic management
- Port Governance Models: Landlord, Tool, Service and Private Ports
- Port space planning, master plans and infrastructure development
- Role of the port authority in the competitiveness of the maritime supply chain
- Port concessions, specifications and public-private relationship
- Integration of ports in the trans-European and global transport corridors
- Port Hinterland Management: Land Accessibility, Railway and Waterways
- Regulation of Port Competition: Intra-Port and Inter-Port Competition
- Evaluation of the socioeconomic and environmental impact of the port activity
- Port public domain management and development of logistics activities (ZAL)
- Port Marketing Strategies and Attraction of Maritime Lines
05
Port terminal operations and maritime-terrestrial interface
- Operation and design of container terminals, bulk and multi-purpose terminals
- Vessel Stowage Planning (Baplie) and Dock Crane Assignment (STS)
- Docking (Berth Allocation) and nautical access management
- Patio Operations: Storage, Block Allocation and Machinery (RTG, RMG, Straddle Carrier)
- Terrestrial reception and delivery interface: Door management (GATES) and truck appointments
- Railway operations in terminal: loading/unloading of trains and intermodal terminals
- Refrigerated Goods Operation: Reefer Supervision, Shots and Thermal Monitoring
- Handling of dangerous goods in terminals (IMDG code, APQ)
- Terminal performance indicators: Ship stay, movements/hour and Dwell time
- Port terminal automation: Autonomous vehicles (AGV) and automated cranes
06
Intermodal Logistics, Dry Ports and Hinterland Connectivity
- Synchromodality and intermodal transport concept in the supply chain
- Dry ports and air/land cargo centres as a port extension
- Railway transport: railroads, block trains and wide connectivity
- Short sea shipping (Short Sea Shipping) and regional cabotage
- River navigation and interior channels as logistic arteries of the port
- Infrastructure of the last mile road network and heavy transport regulation
- Multimodal transport operators (OTM) and their function in the Door-to-Door chain
- Design of advanced logistics platforms and cargo consolidation centres
- Synchronization of information and physical flows between the port and the final destination
- Analysis of bottlenecks in the Hinterland and decongestion plans
07
Legal framework, customs and document management in the maritime chain
- Bill of Lading (b/l) international maritime transport contracts
- Transport Responsibility Regime: Hague-Visby, Hamburg and Rotterdam Rules
- Practical application of the Incoterms rules in international sales and transport
- International Customs Regulations, Customs Code and Port Free Zones
- Customs clearance procedures, inspections and special regimes (transit, deposit)
- The figure of the authorized economic operator (OAS) in the security of the Supply Chain
- Digital documentation in sea transport: E-B/L, E-Invoicing and Single Window
- Chartering Policies (CharterParties): Critical Clauses, Delays and Dispatches
- Management of security agreements and pollution prevention (SOLAS, MARPOL)
- Arbitration and resolution of maritime litigation in international forums
08
Smart Ports, digitization and 4.0 technologies in the Supply Chain
- Port Sector Digital Transformation: The Concept of Smart Port
- Port Community Systems (PCS) and logistics data exchange networks
- Real time visibility platforms (end-to-end tracking)
- Internet of Things (IoT) application in the tracing of containers and yard sensors
- Big data and data analytics in the optimisation of scales and transport routes
- Artificial intelligence and predictive algorithms for congestion and maintenance
- Digital twins (Digital Twins) applied to the simulation of ports and ships
- Blockchain technology in document traceability and smart contracts (Smart Contracts)
- Drones and Autonomous Maritime Vehicles (Mass/USV) in Inspection and Logistics
- Cybersecurity in critical port infrastructure and in SCADA/IT systems Shipping
09
Sustainability, decarbonisation and green ports in the maritime supply chain
- IMO Environmental Regulations: Decarbonization Strategy 2030/2050
- Energy Efficiency Indicators: EEX, IIC and Efficiency Management Plans (SEEMP III)
- Impact of the EU emissions trading regime (EU ETS) and Fueleu Maritime
- Evaluation of alternative marine fuels: LNG, green methanol, ammonia and hydrogen
- Port electrification and clean energy supply in docking (OPS / Cold Ironing)
- Green Ports Strategies: Circular Economy, Waste Management and Air Quality
- Measurement and certification of the carbon footprint in the multimodal chain (ISO 14083)
- Zero emission ships and wind assisted propulsion technologies
- ESG criteria (environmental, social and governance) in maritime and port financing
- Carbon neutral impact supply chain design
10
Risk Management, Resilience and Continuity of the Maritime Supply Chain
- Global Supply Chain Risks
- Disruptions: Pandemics, Conflicts and Blockades
- Risk and vulnerability mapping
- Resilience strategies
- Diversification of routes and suppliers
- security inventories
- continuity plans
- logistics chain insurance
- Resilience indicators
- Logistics Crisis Case Study
11
Master’s Final Project in Maritime Supply Chain and Global Ports
- Problem statement, business case and project scope definition
- Analysis of the macroeconomic environment, maritime routes and key port selection
- Logistics network design: Selection of ships, rotations, terminals and intermodal connections
- Port Terminal Operational Planning and Capacity Estimation
- Integration of technological infrastructure, PC systems and digital visibility strategy
- Comprehensive Financial Model: Estimation of CAPEX, OPEX, Fees and Indicators of Profitability
- Legal Compliance Plan, Customs, OAS and Chain Risk Management
- Sustainability strategy, carbon footprint calculation and decarbonization plan
- Operational Risk Matrix, Business Continuity Plan and Contingencies
- Drafting of the executive document, presentation and oral defence before the Academic Court
Workload
Study Time and Workload
1600 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 and maritime transport professionals seeking to lead and optimize global supply chains, from planning to execution.Port managers and executives interested in deepening their knowledge of strategic management, technological innovation, and sustainability in the ports of the future.Consultants and analysts wishing to specialize in the maritime supply chain and port development, acquiri
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 the comprehensive management of the maritime supply chain
- 02Leading the digital transformation in port logistics
- 03Efficiently manage risks in maritime and port operations
- 04Develop strategies for environmental sustainability in the maritime logistics chain
- 05Design and manage innovative port infrastructure projects
- 06Master international maritime law and regulations
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Director of Maritime Logistics Operations: Planning, coordination, and supervision of maritime supply chain operations.
03Port Logistics Manager: Optimization of logistics processes within ports, including terminal management and the flow of goods.
04Maritime Supply Chain Analyst: Identification of opportunities for improvement and optimization in the supply chain, data analysis, and strategy development.
05Maritime and Port Logistics Consultant: Advising companies on the optimization of their maritime and port logistics processes, including the selection of routes, modes of transport, and suppliers.
06International Trade and Customs Specialist: Management of import and export processes, including customs documentation and compliance with international regulations.
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09Project Director in Shipping and Port Companies: Leadership and management of projects related to the expansion of port facilities, the acquisition of new vessels, or the implementation of new technologies.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Supply chain management in the maritime and port sector.
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.
Yeah.
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.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
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