Bachelor in Maritime Business Administration

Maritime Business Administration focuses on the commercial and managerial side of the shipping industry, covering topics such as ship chartering, freight markets, port management, and maritime law. Students typically study business fundamentals including accounting, marketing, and organizational management, applied specifically to the operations of shipping companies, ports, and logistics providers. Coursework often includes shipping economics, international trade, maritime insurance, and the regulatory frameworks that govern commercial shipping, giving students an understanding of how vessels, cargo, and contracts move through a global logistics network. Many programs incorporate case studies of shipping company operations, chartering negotiations, and port management decisions, helping students connect business theory to the practical realities of running a maritime enterprise. Supply chain and logistics coursework is also common, since shipping companies operate as one link within larger networks connecting manufacturers, ports, and end markets. Graduates pursue careers in ship chartering, freight brokerage, port operations, logistics management, and maritime insurance, working for shipping companies, freight forwarders, port authorities, and maritime service providers. The combination of general business training with maritime-specific knowledge also supports roles in maritime consulting and regulatory compliance. This bachelor program is offered by Piri Reis University in İstanbul, Turkey, and is taught in English over a duration of 4 years. The program benefits from İstanbul's position as an active maritime and trade center, providing a practical context for its business-focused curriculum throughout the 4-year course of study.