The Maritime Management and Operations Program is a practice-oriented associate degree program designed in consideration of the evolving structure of the maritime transport and port sector and increasing competition at both national and international levels. The program aims to educate qualified intermediate-level professionals required in ship operations, maritime transportation, port and terminal services, logistics processes, and commercial maritime activities.

The curriculum is structured to cover professional areas such as fundamentals of maritime management, ship and shore-based operations, port and terminal management, cargo handling and planning processes, ship agency services, logistics and supply chain practices, maritime trade, and transportation systems. In addition, courses such as international maritime regulations, maritime law, an introduction to marine insurance, basic economics, and business administration enable students to understand sectoral operations in a comprehensive and operational manner.

Contemporary topics including digitalization, data-driven decision-making, and smart port applications are also integrated into the program.

International maritime legislation and standards, safety culture, quality management systems, environmental responsibility, and principles of sustainable maritime transport constitute important components of the program. Students are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to develop practical, analytical, and ethical approaches to problems encountered in ship-related processes as well as port and shore-based operations.

Graduates of the program acquire the professional competence to work in operational, planning, field coordination, and administrative support roles within port authorities, terminal sites, ship agencies, logistics firms, maritime companies, and organizations related to maritime trade. They are trained as technical personnel who are proficient in practical applications, capable of taking responsibility, and able to manage work processes effectively within the sector.

Vision

To become a leading associate degree program in maritime and port management that is recognized at national and international levels, distinguished by its practice-oriented education, adaptability to evolving sectoral needs, and strong focus on digitalization and sustainability, while contributing qualified human resources to the maritime and logistics industries.

Mission

The mission of the Maritime and Port Management Program is to educate professionals who are competent in maritime transport, port and terminal operations, and logistics processes; proficient in professional practices; committed to safety and quality; environmentally responsible; ethically aware; and effective in teamwork. The program aims to integrate theoretical knowledge with sector-based applications in order to develop students’ competencies in operational problem-solving, use of digital systems, and efficient management of work processes.

• Develop successful professional careers in maritime transportation, ship management, port and terminal operations, logistics, and related sectors by applying their managerial, economic, legal, and technical knowledge effectively.
• Plan, manage, and optimize maritime and logistics operations by integrating management principles, financial analysis, maritime regulations, and digital tools in ship-based and shore-based operations.
• Demonstrate responsible and ethical professional conduct by incorporating sustainability, environmental protection, safety, and risk management principles in line with IMO strategies and international maritime conventions.
• Adapt to technological and sectoral developments by utilizing modern information systems, data-driven decision-making approaches, and innovative management practices in the maritime industry.
• Exhibit leadership, communication, and teamwork skills in multicultural and interdisciplinary environments, contributing effectively to organizational goals in the global maritime and logistics sector.
• Pursue lifelong learning and professional development, including postgraduate education, professional certifications, and continuous self-improvement in response to the evolving needs of the maritime industry.

• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of maritime business, shipping operations, port management, and international logistics.
• Apply principles of management, economics, and finance to ship operations, chartering, brokerage, and maritime organizational decision-making.
• Understand and interpret international maritime law, conventions, and trade regulations including SOLAS, MARPOL, UNCLOS, and INCOTERMS.
• Plan and manage port and terminal operations efficiently, considering cargo handling systems, port logistics, and intermodal transport networks.
• Employ digital tools and data-driven approaches in ship management, fleet performance monitoring, and maritime logistics systems.
• Integrate sustainability, environmental protection, and decarbonization principles into maritime and logistics operations in line with IMO GHG strategy.
• Demonstrate competence in maritime risk assessment, safety management systems (ISM Code), and crisis response in ship and shore-based contexts.
• Exhibit leadership, teamwork, and communication skills necessary for multicultural and interdisciplinary maritime organizations.
• Apply marketing, logistics, and supply chain strategies to global shipping and maritime transport sectors.
• Prepare and analyze charter parties, bills of lading, and other shipping documents while managing cargo claims and marine insurance issues.
• Utilize effective business English and Maritime English for negotiation, correspondence, and documentation within international maritime contexts.
• Demonstrate ethical awareness, corporate responsibility, and adherence to international professional standards in maritime and logistics management.
• Develop research skills and analytical thinking to identify, evaluate, and solve complex problems in maritime transport and logistics systems.
• Adapt to innovations such as digitalization, automation, and smart shipping technologies through continuous professional development.
• Apply entrepreneurship and strategic management principles to establish or develop maritime-related enterprises in a competitive global environment.

• Assist. Prof. Pınar Sharghi
• Lecturer Oceangoing Master Mehmet Emin Debeş
• Lecturer Oceangoing Master Orhan Kamil Babaoğlu
• Lecturer Oceangoing Marine Chief Engineer Volkan Varışlı
• Lecturer Uzakyol Oceangoing Marine Chief Engineer Narqab Rıshad Hamid
• Lecturer Dr. Gökhan Tarı
• Lecturer Hüseyin Meray
• Student Representative

Each year, the Advisory Board members gather in a meeting and discuss their opinions on the improvement of the department education aims.