Maritime Economics for Managers unit (JNB521)

Launceston, Online

Introduction

The objective of this unit is to provide a basic understanding of contemporary issues in maritime economics from the managerial perspective. The main focus is on economic relationships and policies concerning ship owners, shippers, policy makers and other stakeholders in the maritime industry.

Summary

Unit name	Maritime Economics for Managers
Unit code	JNB521
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	Maritime and Logistics Management
Coordinator	Doctor Wenming Shi
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Launceston	Semester 1
Online	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Explain the demand and supply variables for shipping services in the freight, sale and purchase, newbuilding and demolition markets;
• Discuss the market structure and economic issues in the bulk, container and specialised shipping markets;
• Assess maritime policies and regulations by interpreting their operational, financial and environmental impacts; and
• Apply economic concepts and tools to assist in maritime related decision-making.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
091901	$2,174.00	$1,703.00	not applicable	$3,030.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	For on-campus students, a weekly three-hour workshop will be held in person. Distance students will be provided with a Zoom link to attend the class. The recording of the workshop will be available on MyLO to all students.
Assessment	Essay (30%)|Presentation and report (30%)|Final examination (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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