Maritime Administration and Logistics
About the Maritime Business Administration and Logistics Program
The Master of Maritime Business Administration and Logistics at Texas A&M University is a professional graduate management degree designed to develop an integrated understanding of the critical role ports and interconnected transportation systems play in both U.S. and global commerce. Among the top ten maritime programs in the United States, this highly competitive and rewarding program prepares students for leadership roles in a rapidly growing industry.
Degree Options
- Thesis Option: Ideal for students planning to pursue doctoral studies, this option involves original research culminating in a graduate thesis supervised by a graduate advisory committee.
- Non-Thesis Option: Suitable for those who view this program as their terminal professional degree, this option focuses on coursework without the requirement of a thesis.
- Thesis License Option (LO).
- Non-Thesis License Option (LO).
Why Choose This Program?
Comprehensive Curriculum
Engage in coursework covering international trade, economics, finance, marketing, management, logistics, and port and shipping management.
Flexible Learning Options
Choose from various paths to complete your degree, including an on-campus track with a License Option, a five-year combined undergraduate-graduate program, a thesis option, and an online degree option.
Industry Connections
Benefit from the program’s strong ties to industry experts and the latest advancements in maritime business administration.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are well-prepared for senior management positions in a wide array of industries associated with logistics and waterborne commerce. The program aims to develop professionals who can support and grow the Blue Economy, contributing to the thriving maritime sector.
Regional Significance
- Strategic Location: Southeast Texas is home to major ports such as Beaumont-Port Arthur, Galveston, Houston, and Freeport, as well as a significant portion of the U.S. oil refining capacity.
- Economic Impact: The expansion of regional port activities, driven by global trade and the opening of the new Panama Canal locks, coupled with increased energy exploration in the Gulf of Mexico, is set to stimulate trillions of dollars in economic investment in Texas’s coastal zones. This growth will create exciting and challenging opportunities in the energy, maritime, and transportation industries.
Faculty and Resources
- Expert Faculty: Learn from both full-time and part-time/adjunct faculty who are active researchers and practitioners in their fields, leveraging their proximity to the Houston-Galveston port complex.
- Research Opportunities: Access a wealth of research opportunities and professional career paths thanks to the program’s strategic location and industry connections.
Online Learning
The program is also available through asynchronous distance education technology, providing flexibility for students who need to balance their studies with professional and personal commitments.