Graduate Diploma of Maritime Management

About the course

The Graduate Diploma of Maritime Management develops management knowledge and analytical skills for the evolving maritime sector and global trade. You’ll build practical, industry-relevant capability for higher-level professional and managerial roles, with flexibility to study on campus or online. The course also supports professional development and can provide a pathway to further postgraduate study, including an MBA in Maritime Management. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue management and leadership roles across the maritime and shipping industry, ports and logistics operations, maritime safety and regulation, and related government and private organisations. The course supports career progression for professionals seeking broader managerial responsibility and sector-specific expertise, including roles in operations, compliance, planning, and business management within maritime services. This is a Graduate Diploma qualification in maritime management.

Living Costs in Launceston**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 13 - 17	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 638 - 843	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 638 - 843
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 6	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 214 - 282

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)