Want to build a career in the maritime and logistics industry? Looking for some affordable MBA options in government colleges? If yes then Indian Maritime University (IMU) is the right choice for you.
IMU is a government-owned central university with a nominal or regulated fee founded by an act of Parliament in the year 2008. This university is operated by the Government of India under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. IMU was created some time back in 1927 by merging 7 existing maritime institutions, to provide specialized education & training.
Criteria | Details |
Campuses (6) | Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Port, Navi Mumbai and Visakhapatnam |
Career Opportunities | a) Port Manager b) Shipping Manager c) Logistics Manager d) Operations Manager e) Supply Chain Manager f) Government Sector g) Entrepreneurship |
Industry Driven Curriculum | Prepares students to tackle the challenges facing the modern port and shipping industry |
The purpose of IMU is to build a specialized workforce for maritime shipping, ports, logistics and related industries. IMU has seven main campuses located in six cities: Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Port, Navi Mumbai and Visakhapatnam (Two campuses are located in the same city).
After completing an MBA from IMU, students get wide exposure to job opportunities. Students can pursue various jobs roles like Port Manager, Shipping Manager, Logistics Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Government Sector, and Entrepreneurship.
Estd Year | 1986 |
Ownership | Government |
Institute Type | Central University |
Established and Governed by | Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways |
Campus Size | 20 Acres |
Total Fees Range (All MBA Programmes) | Rs 4.10 L - 4.50 L |
Exams Accepted | IMU-CET, CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/UG |
Program Type | Non Residential |
IMU Main Campus was established in 1986 in Chennai. This central university is fully owned and funded by the Government of India. This university has a campus size of 20 acres and offers MBA non-residential programs through various exams like IMU-CET, or CAT, MAT, CMAT. Total fees for the complete MBA programme ranges between Rs 4.10 to 4.50 Lakhs.
Parameters | MBA (International Transportation & Logistics Management) MBA (Port & Shipping Management) |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s Degree (50% + English) |
Age Criteria | There is no age restriction. |
Eligibility Medical | Physical Fitness Certificate Required |
Relaxation | SC/ST 5% Relaxation (Except English) |
IMU offers MBA programs in International Transportation & Logistics Management and in Port & Shipping Management. Students with minimum 50% marks in graduation are eligible for this program at IMU. There is a 5% relaxation for SC or ST students except English. There is no age limitation to apply for an MBA at IMU. The maritime industry demands physical fit professionals, so it is mandatory to submit a physical fitness certificate.
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement | Wilhelmsen Ship Management |
Fleet Management Limited | Anglo-Eastern Ship Management |
Synergy Marine Group | Thome Group |
Dockendale Ship Mgmt. | OSM Maritime Group |
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha | Essar Group Pacific International Lines |
TORM A/S | Mediterranean Shipping Company |
Chevron Corporation | Shipping Corporation of India |
Several companies participated in the MBA placement drive at Indian Maritime University. Some of the key recruiters are listed in the above table.
Exam | Details |
IMU-CET | No. of Questions : 120 multiple choice questions |
Syllabus : Quantitative ability Data interpretation Verbal ability Reasoning |
The table highlights the process of MBA admission at IMU through the IMU-CET exam. This exam consists of a total 120 MCQs from topics related to quantitative ability, data interpretation, verbal ability, and reasoning.
Programme | Total fee for the Academic Year (Rs.) | Fee Payable per Semester | ||
Odd Semester | Even Semester | |||
Programme Fee (Rs.) | Semester Fee (Rs.) | Semester Fee (Rs.) | ||
All MBA Programmes | Rs. 2,05,000 | Rs. 30,000 | Rs. 87,500 | Rs. 87,500 |
MBA courses at IMU will cost you nominal compared to other highly charged private MBA institutions. Total fee for the academic year will cost you around Rs 2,05,000. There will be two semesters: odd semester and even semester; and each semester will cost you around Rs 87,500.
IMU is a specialized and affordable government MBA college for candidates who wish to build a career in the maritime sector. The MBA course at IMU opens up opportunities for diverse roles making this institute a credible choice with a strong legacy.
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