International Shipping
Athens University of Economics and BusinessProgram Overview
The International Shipping at Athens University of Economics and Business is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Shipping programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Greece and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Athens, Greece
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Shipping programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Finance
- Elements of Mathematics and Economics for Business
- Statistics for Business
- Ship Technology and Terminology
- Financial and Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- Maritime Economics and Business
- Corporate Finance
- International Economics
- International Maritime Commodity Trade
- Quantitative Methods for Shipping Data
- Management of Maritime Companies
- Shipping Finance and Investment Decisions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The evaluation and acceptance of applicants is based on the following criteria:
- University of the Undergraduate studies and the marks obtained - University Degrees / Diplomas (Recognition by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Centre (DOATAP) is required) must be submitted
- Marks received, as certified through the Official Transcripts of marks (with certified translation in English, unless it is in Greek)
- Two confidential recommendation letters
- English language certification verifying excellent command of the language
- Personal statement of approximately 500 words, in English
- Proof of employment record, if any
- CV in English
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Athens University of Economics and Business directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Athens University of Economics and Business
Athens University of Economics and Business
Athens, Greece
Athens University of Economics and Business(AUEB;Greek:Οικονομικό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών,Oikonomiko Panepistimio Athinon, abbrev. ΟΠΑ,OPA) is apublic universitybased inAthens,Greece, specializing in...
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
