MT4008 CAPSTONE PROJECT IN MARITIME STUDIES

The objective of this course is to provide students an opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired in their undergraduate study to deal with real-world business problems. Students taking this capstone research project would have to work as a team to draw on their broadened awareness of various business aspects in the shipping and logistics business context, e.g. shipping economics, ship chartering, shipping management, maritime law, marine insurance, just to name a few, to analyse real-world scenarios. The capstone research project topic could be discussed and nalized with or without industrial sponsor. The aims of studying this course are to develop students' global outlook through literature research on relevant materials and information, applications of knowledge acquired, and at the same time to build teamwork and leadership skills throughout the project. The course would also help students to recognize their inner entrepreneurial potential and nurture them with the desired attributes including but not limited to critical thinking and problem-solving skills, creativity and innovative mindset.