• December-25-2024

IIT Madras - MBA in Digital Maritime & Supply Chain.

IIT Madras has launched the World First MBA in Digital Maritime & Supply Chain. It is designed to cater to the needs of working professionals worldwide. This pioneering 24-month program, developed by IIT Madras Departments of Management Studies and Ocean Engineering along with industry partner i-maritime Consultancy, aims to equip global professionals with the skills necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape of maritime trade and supply chain management. Those with a Bachelor Degree having secured at least 60% marks and a minimum of two years of full-time work experience are eligible to apply. The admission process includes an online IIT Madras Admission Test followed by personal interviews for shortlisted candidates. The program offers a unique blend of online learning and on-campus immersion modules, providing flexibility while ensuring a comprehensive educational experience. Over two years, the participants will engage with cutting-edge digital technologies such as IoT, AI, ML, and Blockchain, enhancing their ability to tackle modern maritime challenges and drive career advancement. The IIT Madras MBA in Digital Maritime and Supply Chain is structured to address these challenges head-on, providing professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities in this dynamic landscape.” The MBA program, extendable to four years, features 900 hours of classroom sessions and project work, totalling 192 credits. Participants benefit from a rigorous curriculum that includes six on-campus immersion modules and extensive access to IIT Madras learning resources, including the Digital Maritime Library.

The Key features of the program include: Blended Learning- Flexibility for professionals with a combination of online and on-campus modules.
Alumni Status -Graduates receive IIT Madras Alumni status and lifetime access to learning resources.
Innovative Pedagogy -Curriculum incorporating AI, ML, IoT, and Blockchain technologies.
Career Support- Enhanced employability and global job opportunities, along with access to IIT Madras Incubation and Start-up Platform.
Global Networking- International networking opportunities and on-campus immersion sessions.
Fees and Financial Aid
The program fee is INR 9,00,000, payable in instalments. Scholarships covering up to 50 percentage of the course fee are available, and the program is eligible for bank loans.