Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management | Maritime Transport track
Start date
- 07.09.2026
Duration
- 1 year
Location
- Antwerpen
Degree
- Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management: Maritime Transport Management
Language
- English
1 master's program, 2 centers of expertise
This master's program is a special one. It is co-managed by C-MAT, the transportation expertise center of the University of Antwerp. So you enjoy the benefits of the research of the University of Antwerp and the context and vision of purebred business school AMS. Win-win!
Antwerp, port city: Pearl on the Scheldt
Surrounded by Europe's 4 largest airports, a thriving private jet business and a few airports of its own, each differing in size and specialization - that's Antwerp. From this fishing pond, we will take you into the extremely varied world of aviation that Western Europe has to offer you. How will your passion take flight?
Surf our strong network
All our programs - but especially the masters in transportation (Maritime & Air) - enjoy an extensive network. Our faculty is in close contact with business leaders and industry professionals, whom we are only too happy to introduce to our students. You will graduate with a strong link to an extensive ecosystem of opportunities.
For whom
The world of maritime transport has always made you curious, and you are excited to discover how you can excel in this sector and bring about change. In this master's program, you'll zoom in on the knowledge and qualities that will make you a dynamic manager, perfectly attuned to the demands of the maritime industry. Join our spirited community of transportation students and alumni and help your industry evolve with a global perspective.
Psst… Are you looking for a broader view of the supply chain? Then our Global Supply Chain Management program might be the way to go.
Have you been working in the maritime sector for a while? Perfect, with this master's you will deepen your knowledge of the industry and add a bunch of sector-specific management skills and valuable professional contacts. But we also welcome newcomers from other sectors and studies. As long as you have a master's degree or a 4 years bachelor’s degree and, above all, a good dose of motivation and passion for the profession.
The program
This master’s program will turn you into a real specialist in your transport field:
We will explore the maritime landscape of Europe (and beyond), build up the relevant management skills so you can move it with confidence, and determine how you can use this knowledge strategically to put your organization in a favorable position.
As a transport expert, you will know how to turn the challenges of this growth sector into opportunities that will allow your company to grow smoothly with them.
Curriculum
Fundamentals of the Maritime Transport Industry
Introduction to Global Supply Chain Management
Technology, Digital Innovation & Sustainability
Maritime Transport Market Analysis
Maritime Chain Cost Analysis
Maritime Supply Chains & Hinterland
Port Economics & Business
Maritime Economics & Business
Maritime Business Game
Master Project
Noot: Dit curriculum is onder voorbehoud van wijzigingen.
Electives
In addition to the standard curriculum, you can also enrich your studies with an elective course tailored to your interests and learning needs. For the Maritime Transport Management program, you can choose between 2 tracks:
Research Methodology TrackIf you are fascinated by academic and practical research, this is the right track for you. We will present you with the necessary skills to independently set up research projects according to the most common methodologies in transport economics. With a critical eye, you will evaluate research procedures and results to arrive at valuable tools that will give your future in academic research or consultancy a powerful boost.
Global Leadership Track
If you choose for the Global Leadership track, you choose for a personal development track. This module challenges you to get to know yourself better: What is your personality like? How do you work with others? What career goals do you want to pursue? This valuable awareness and the soft skills that go with it will strengthen you as a person to take the next professional step.
Read more about the Global Leadership Track
Learning objectives
After completing this master's program:
- ...you will understand the industry context in which maritime stakeholders operate, as well as the operational and strategic drivers behind their business models.
- ...you are aware of the current challenges moving the maritime industry and how to strategically respond to them.
- ...you are familiar with both managerial and analytical tools to address day-to-day and strategic maritime issues.
- ...you can skillfully respond to cultural differences when doing business in an international and globalized industrial context.
- ...you are able to maintain flexible management techniques so that you can move to the rhythm of the dynamic shipping industry.
Faculty
Wouter Dewulf
Academic director Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management
Thierry Vanelslander
Professor transport economics
Christa Sys
Professor maritime transport, transport economics
Edwin van Hassel
Professor maritime transport
Roel Gevaers
Academic director Master in Global Management/Global Supply Chain Management
Sofie Jacobs
Associate Professor Sustainable Career Development, Academic Director Global Leadership Program
To choose Maritime Transport Management is to choose
A central position in the industry
Our campus is a few minutes' walk from Europe's second-largest port. This allows you to discover daily how the port network moves, with all its shipping lines, forwarding companies and brokers. Our central location as a switch point between other important ports (such as front-runner Rotterdam) ensures close contact with the entire global economy served from the water.
Guidance from sector professionals
Your future lecturers are all experienced professionals with a well-known name in the maritime industry. So a phone call to an interesting guest speaker from the field is quickly arranged. Moreover, the sector is happy to rely on our expertise to carry out research and scoop promising workers from our annual pool of new maritime transport managers.
A purely international approach
“From the classroom, the world opens up.” That is how our alumni describe their experience of the master's program and the AMS campus as a whole. It is a main focus from the very beginning of the program, so that you are prepared for the multicultural environment you will find yourself in. Our horizon is the whole world.
Support from C-MAT, an official knowledge center of the University of Antwerp
The Master of Maritime and Air Transport Management was founded in 1996 by the University of Antwerp and was further optimized there over the years. In 2020, it was transferred as an advanced master’s program to the partner school AMS, but the support of the umbrella expertise center C-MAT remained. Today, our students enjoy the know-how of 2 prestigious educational institutions.
A future proof career
Within the supply chain, transportation is an often underestimated but very valuable and vulnerable component. Think back to the Covid quarantines that shut down entire ports, causing huge disruptions to imports and exports. In short, there is no favorable economy without a well-managed transportation chain. The number of ships and ports is still growing every day, as is the value the maritime industry creates for the global economy. Therefore, the industry is yearning for specialists who know this world inside out and know how to make thoughtful decisions that take their organization to a higher strategic level.
With the Maritime Transport Management program, you will embark on a mission to a future-proof career in one of the strongest growing sectors.
An exclusive alumni network
In addition to the overarching AMS alumni network, you will enjoy another smaller, exclusive association that zooms in on the world of transportation. At 2 annual events, new insights from the logistics sector are shared, and you get the chance to catch up with your classmates and other experts from the history of the master's program.
To choose Antwerp Management School is to choose
Award-winning quality
When you choose Antwerp Management School, you enter the top 1% of business schools worldwide, because we are Triple Crown Accredited. That doesn't just sound fancy, it is a great achievement that we carry with pride.
Your future career
As a business school, wo go beyond preparing you for your first job, for specific roles, we prepare you for your future career. Job or role specific skills quickly become outdated in a rapidly changing job market.
To stay successful, it is important to develop skills that last a lifetime such as critical thinking, leadership, creativity, collaboration, resilience,… You will develop these competences with our Financial Times award winning Global Leadership track. These skills will ensure your lifelong adaptability and career growth and are exactly the skills recruiters are looking for.
Personal development
Let's put it in the words of our students: “An education at AMS transforms you not only professionally, but also as a person.” We are thrilled to hear that again and again, because at AMS, your personal development is as important as your professional development. Soft skills are as important as hard skills. And practice is as important as theory. You will undergo this evolution in a warm environment, characterized by cooperation and helpfulness, not competition. Team players will feel right at home.
Antwerp, the heart of Europe
Antwerp is world famous for its port, fashion, diamond and much more. Antwerp is located in the heart of Europe, cities as Amsterdam, Paris, London are within a few hours' reach.
Antwerp is a vibrant, creative city for investors and entrepreneurs, always open for new ideas and concepts.
And... last but not least: Antwerp is a true student city. This city will stay in your heart forever!
Check out this video from the City of AntwerpYour campus
You can find our charming campus in the heart of Antwerp. With large windows, a cozy garden and modern classrooms, it is a real gem among the city schools. Will you pay us a visit soon?
Your career
Career services
Your job search is a central theme from the beginning of the master's program.
Our career center helps you to identify your job opportunities and dreams, build your network and hone your interview skills.
What can you expect?
- Career lab skills, workshops on job application and interview techniques
- guest lectures from companies, which helps to expand your network and get to know the work field.
- Company visits to amongst others Accenture, Deloitte, ..
- A jobfair where you can meet potential employers
- Numerous network events, like sector nights and speed dating
Your career prospects
Navigate Global Transport. Shape the Future of Mobility.
The Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management prepares you to lead in one of the two of the most vital sectors of the global economy: aviation and shipping. Whether you choose the Air Transport or Maritime Transport track, you’ll gain the expertise, strategic insight, and global perspective to drive innovation in logistics, trade, and transport policy.
Global opportunities across sea and sky: Over the past decade, 21% of our alumni have started their careers as managers, applying their leadership skills to logistics operations and transport systems. Another 15% joined the field as researchers, 15% as industry trainees, and 13% as consultants, reflecting the wide range of paths open to our graduates.
Key industries driving international trade: Employment is mainly concentrated in Transport and Logistics (40%) and Air and Maritime Services (20%), followed by Education (14%) and Consultancy (8%), with the rest spread across other sectors — proof of how this program builds both specialization and flexibility.
A career with global reach: Our alumni work across continents in roles that connect public and private sectors — from management and consulting to policy-making and research in government agencies, international organizations, port and airport federations, and industry-leading firms.
Fast career takeoff: On average, graduates of the Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management secure employment within three months after graduation.
Our alumni have built successful careers at organizations such as:
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, DEME Group, Brussels Airlines, Bangun Desa Group, PT Pelita Air Service, Port of Antwerp, Bacardi, Deloitte, DHL Global Forwarding, Lufthansa, and many more.
Practical information
Dates
The Maritime Transport Management program runs from September 7, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The graduation ceremony will take place at the end of June, but should you fail to pass your master's thesis, you can make a second attempt by August
How much does the Maritime Transport Management program cost
The total cost of this master's program is €19.500 (Exempt VAT) and includes the use of all student facilities at Antwerp Management School, transportation and accommodation* of the (international) excursions (excl. drinks & food) and the workbook Global Leadership.
Further costs for visas, teaching materials and living expenses (residency in Antwerp, food, leisure activities, travel costs to Antwerp or during your stay in Antwerp, etc..) are not included.
*The price of accommodation during the international trips is based on twin or triple rooms.
How do I apply for the Maritime Transport Management program
Here you will find all the practical details to enroll in the Air Transport Management program: requirements for your admission, the application and registration process and the deadlines.
How to apply for a full-time master's programStart your application for the Maritime Transport Management program
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Apply now!How to finance your studies?
Looking for financial support or a loan?
Antwerp Management School offers partial scholarships to candidates who excel academically but experience difficulties paying the full tuition fees.
We advise to check with the banks in your home country financing possibilities, and to look for the best rates amongst the home banks. International banks (of the home country of the student) are often willing to grant a student loan to students who study abroad. There are also other organizations who offer loans for international students.
Discover all the ways of financing your studiesYour degree
After successful completion of the program, you will receive an official and internationally accredited Master of Science (MSc) degree issued by Antwerp Management School; Master of Maritime and Air Transport Management: Maritime Transport.
International student’s guide
70% of AMS students come from abroad. That's why we do everything we can to make you feel welcome here. Do you need help finding housing, applying for your visa, or simply getting to know our beautiful Antwerp? AMS provides broad support to ensure your studies in Belgium go smoothly.
Start the application procedure
Every year we only accept a select amount of candidates. We advise you to start the noncommittal application process as soon as possible.
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