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Sea your future in a changing shipping worldBoth programmes are delivered entirely in Greece, a country with a long-standing maritime tradition and the world%u2019s leading shipping community. Built on Alba%u2019s high academic standards and strong ties with leading shipping companies and organizations, the programmes combine academic rigor with real-world relevance. As a result, many students secure employment even before graduation, while on average more than 95% of Alba graduates are employed within six months.Today, as geopolitical uncertainty, technological advancements, and regulatory changes reshape global shipping, education is no longer optional%u2014it is essential. The industry increasingly demands professionals who can combine technical understanding with strategic thinking, adapt to constant change, and translate knowledge into effective decision-making.More highlights of our programmesBusiness relevanceProgrammes are continuously updated to reflect the latest developments in shipping, from digitalization and cybersecurity to energy transition and new fuels. They are designed in consultation with the Alba Shipping Business Advisory Committee (BAC), a group of senior industry professionals, ensuring strong alignment with market needs.Scholarships | Financial Aid OptionsFinancial support is available through named scholarships, including full and partial awards dedicated to shipping programmes, offered in collaboration with leading industry organizations such as the Hellenic Shipbrokers Association, the Masters and Mates Union of the Greek Merchant Marine, the International Propeller Club of Piraeus, Green Award, WISTA Hellas, and Seanergy.InternshipsStudents without prior shipping experience gain hands-on exposure through Alba%u2019s extensive internship network, working with some of the most wellknown shipping companies in the industry.Field tripsField trips in Greece and abroad, including onboard visits, provide a first-hand understanding of the sector%u2019s operations, challenges, and opportunities, helping students connect theory with practice and feel part of the industry early on.Internationalization & recognitionAlba%u2019s shipping programmes attract students from around the world, while graduates build careers across key maritime hubs including Greece, Norway, the UK, Singapore, Dubai, Malta, and Cyprus.Alba Graduate Business School, The American College of Greece offers two specialized shipping programmes, the MBA with Shipping and the MSc in Shipping Management, designed to meet the evolving needs of the global shipping industry.Advertorial254 NX