Institution Profile

Background of Institution

The Netherlands Maritime Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a Dutch-Malaysian private higher learning institution that specialises in maritime education. The maritime industry relies on the commanding principles of precision, foresightedness and creativity. These imperative philosophies are crucial in effective operations through impeccable standard operating procedures and instrumental international conventions and protocols. NMIT is dedicated to providing graduates who will uphold the integrity synonymous to the maritime field through various courses offered.

What Makes Us Special?

NMIT is the only maritime management school in South- East Asia and partners two reputable Dutch institutions.

Maritime Institute Willem Barentsz
One of NMIT’s Dutch partners, Maritiem Instituut Willem Barentsz (MIWB), has been known as one of the best equipped maritime training institutes in the Netherlands since 1875. The institute was named after ‘Willem Barentsz’, a gifted sailor, cartographer and explorer. MIWB has international linkages with maritime universities and institutes worldwide. It has a sophisticated state-of-the- art full mission simulator centre.

De Ruyter Maritime Institute
NMIT’s second partner is Maritiem Instituut de Ruyter, an equally influential maritime institution that was founded in 1903. It is one of the leading maritime educational institutes in Western Europe. The institute’s quality of education, its extensive international network, research facilities and consultancy services are top of the league. Strategically situated between the biggest ports of Europe (Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Antwerp and Ghent), the institute works together with all major carriers, port authorities and other businesses in the maritime and logistics industry. These two partners help NMIT in developing its courses and much more. After studying at NMIT, students get the opportunity to go on a two-week study tour in the Netherlands to visit Maritiem Instituut Willem Barentsz and Maritiem Instituut de Ruyter.

Programme Outlines

Diploma in Port Management
Some of the different subjects that the port management course offers:

• Port planning management
• Port design and engineering
• Port marketing strategies
• Port tourism economy and entrepreneurship
• Port operation management
• Marketing management
• and many more*

Diploma in Shipping Management
Some of the different subjects that the shipping management course offers:

• Human resources in shipping
• Marketing in shipping
• International ship broking and chartering tactics
• Law of carriage by sea
• Marine insurance
• and many more*

Diploma in Maritime Transportation Management
Some of the different subjects that the maritime transportation management course offers

• Sea terminal and cargo operation
• International shipping business
• Elements of maritime law
• Intermodal transportation
• Warehousing and distribution
• Ship management
• and many more*

*For a list of all the subjects, we refer you to our website, www.nmit.edu.my.

Academic Strength & Teaching-Learning Resources

NMIT provides state-of-the-art learning technologies and facilities for its students and the courses offered are based on practical and industry-oriented curriculum. Located at [email protected], the integrated campus will allow NMIT students to socialise with students from all other universities. Students will live together in one giant international student village and will share sports and leisure facilities far beyond those any single university could afford, including a 14,000-seater stadium and an Olympic-length swimming pool.

Research Strength and Innovation

NMIT is the first and only school in South-East Asia that offers courses in Maritime Management. Since the maritime industry in Johor, Malaysia is growing rapidly with new ports and oil refineries, there will be a growing demand for maritime managers. NMIT is offering you the chance to be a part of this growth.

International Student Support Services & Financial Assistance

Eligible and qualified local students are offered study loans by FELDA, PTPTN and other government-linked companies. Financial aid is also available to students through various sources such as Kumpulan Wang Simpanan Pekarja (KWSP), NGOs and other cooperative societies. For further details, kindly call the Marketing Dept. or Student affairs at 07-227 2020.

Courses Offered

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