MBA DMSC Core Courses

Comprehensive Curriculum in Digital Maritime & Supply Chain Management

Master 20 core courses designed by IIT Madras faculty and industry experts. Each course is carefully crafted to provide practical knowledge and real-world applications.

Core Courses

120

Core Credits

Quarters

Credits per Course

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Course Categories

Our 20 core courses are organized into key domains that build your expertise in digital maritime and supply chain management.

Supply Chain

6 courses

Maritime

6 courses

Finance

3 courses

Management

5 courses

Complete Course Catalog

Explore all 20 core courses that form the foundation of your MBA DMSC journey. Each course is designed to build upon previous knowledge and prepare you for industry leadership.

Core Course 1

6 Credits

Introduction to Supply Chain Management

This course introduces the fundamentals of supply chains, explaining how goods and services move from suppliers to customers. It covers planning, sourcing, production, distribution, and logistics with real-world applications and digital integration.

Key Topics:

Fundamentals of Supply Chain OperationsPlanning, Sourcing & ProductionDistribution & Logistics Management+5 more

Financial Management in Supply Chain & Maritime

Focuses on how money flows in supply chain and maritime businesses. Students learn budgeting, cost control, investment decisions, and financial risk management. It helps participants understand how financial decisions affect logistics, shipping, and overall business performance.

Key Topics:

Financial Planning & BudgetingCost Control & OptimizationInvestment Decision Making+5 more

Organizational Behaviour & Leadership

This course examines how individuals and groups behave in organizations, and how leaders can effectively influence and guide them. It covers motivation, communication, teamwork, leadership styles, and change management, preparing students for real-world leadership roles in supply chain and maritime industries.

Key Topics:

Human Behaviour in OrganizationsLeadership Theories & StylesTeam Dynamics+5 more

Port Operations and Technological Impacts

This course covers how ports operate and how new technologies are transforming them. Students will learn about port infrastructure, cargo handling, automation, digitalization, and sustainability in port management.

Key Topics:

Port LogisticsCargo Handling & SafetyAutomation & Smart Ports+5 more

Maritime Operations Management

This course focuses on the daily operations of ships and fleets. Students will learn about vessel scheduling, fuel management, safety protocols, cargo loading/unloading, and international maritime compliance.

Key Topics:

Ship & Fleet OperationsMaritime SafetyFuel & Voyage Planning+5 more

Maritime Economics

This course explores the economic forces that shape the maritime industry. Students will learn how global trade, freight rates, fuel prices, and shipping demand impact shipping companies and ports. The course emphasizes market cycles, charter markets, cost structures, and the future of maritime economics in a digital world.

Key Topics:

Shipping Markets & CyclesFreight Rate MechanismsSupply & Demand in Shipping+5 more

Digital Marketing & CRM in Supply Chain

This course integrates digital marketing with supply chain operations. It covers how companies use online platforms, CRM systems, and data analytics to manage customer relationships, optimize sales channels, and improve logistics efficiency.

Key Topics:

Digital Marketing StrategiesCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)E-commerce Supply Chains+5 more

Port & Terminal Management

This course provides in-depth knowledge of managing different types of terminals in ports, including container, bulk, and passenger terminals. It covers safety, technology adoption, and strategies for efficiency and competitiveness in international trade.

Key Topics:

Container Terminal OperationsBulk Cargo HandlingPassenger Terminals+5 more

Marine Law and Regulations

This course introduces the legal frameworks governing the maritime sector. It covers international conventions, environmental laws, shipping contracts, labour rights, and compliance with regulations that affect ship owners, operators, and ports.

Key Topics:

International Maritime LawIMO RegulationsSafety & Security Laws+5 more

Accounting, Equity Research & Project Finance Analysis

This course provides students with skills in accounting, equity research, and project finance. It covers financial statement analysis, valuation, capital raising, and risk assessment. Students learn how to evaluate large maritime and logistics projects for profitability and feasibility.

Key Topics:

Accounting FundamentalsFinancial Statement AnalysisEquity Research Methods+5 more

Ocean and Coastal Zone Management

This course explores the sustainable management of ocean and coastal resources. It covers marine ecosystems, sustainable fishing, coastal development, pollution management, and the impacts of climate change. Students learn how to balance economic growth with conservation goals, especially in maritime operations and port development.

Key Topics:

Coastal Resource ManagementMarine Spatial PlanningSustainable Fisheries+5 more

Integrated Logistics & Multi-Modal Transport Systems

This course covers the integration of different transport modes to create efficient logistics systems. Students learn about planning, coordination, digital tracking, and cost optimization across sea, rail, road, and air transport, enabling seamless supply chain flows.

Key Topics:

Multi-Modal Transport (Sea, Air, Road, Rail)Logistics Planning & IntegrationGlobal Supply Chain Networks+5 more

Insurance & Claims Management

This course introduces the principles of insurance and claims in maritime and logistics. Students learn about marine insurance, risk assessment, claims procedures, and reinsurance. The course emphasizes how insurance safeguards businesses against losses in global trade.

Key Topics:

Marine Insurance PoliciesCargo & Liability CoverageClaims Procedures+5 more

Fleet Operations and Management

This course focuses on managing fleets of ships, trucks, and other logistics vehicles. Students learn about scheduling, maintenance, safety compliance, crew management, and the role of digital platforms in improving efficiency.

Key Topics:

Fleet SchedulingMaintenance PlanningCrew Management+5 more

E-Commerce in Supply Chain

This course explores how e-commerce companies manage their supply chains. Students learn about digital platforms, last-mile delivery, inventory control, and customer experience in online trade.

Key Topics:

E-commerce PlatformsLast-Mile DeliveryInventory Management+5 more

HR Talent Management

This course focuses on managing human capital effectively. Students will learn about talent acquisition, employee engagement, leadership, and organizational development.

Key Topics:

Talent AcquisitionEmployee EngagementPerformance Management+5 more

Renewable Energy in Maritime Operations

This course explores how renewable energy technologies are transforming maritime operations. Students learn about solar-powered ships, wind-assisted propulsion, biofuels, and sustainable practices that reduce environmental impact in shipping and port operations.

Key Topics:

Solar-Powered ShipsWind-Assisted PropulsionBiofuels & Alternative Fuels+5 more

Corporate Finance & Capital Markets

This course provides comprehensive knowledge of corporate finance and capital markets. Students learn about financial analysis, capital structure decisions, investment banking, equity and debt markets, and valuation techniques relevant to maritime and logistics companies.

Key Topics:

Financial AnalysisCapital StructureInvestment Banking+5 more

Climate Change and Maritime Operations

This course examines the impact of climate change on maritime operations and explores strategies for adaptation and mitigation. Students learn about emission reduction, green shipping initiatives, environmental regulations, and sustainable practices in the maritime sector.

Key Topics:

Climate Impact AssessmentEmission Reduction StrategiesAdaptation Planning+5 more

Sustainable Ship Recycling

This course focuses on sustainable ship recycling practices that protect the environment and workers. Students learn about ship dismantling processes, environmental safety measures, waste management, and how sustainable recycling contributes to the circular economy in maritime industries.

Key Topics:

Ship Dismantling ProcessEnvironmental SafetyWorker Protection+5 more

Duration: 8 weeks

Level: Graduate

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These 20 core courses form the foundation of the MBA DMSC program. All courses are designed to work together for maximum learning impact and industry readiness.

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