Diploma of Advanced Studies in Cruise Line Management

This specialized cruise ship management program, presented in association with leading luxury cruise line Silversea, is designed to fast-track your career in the global cruise industry.

The curriculum covers both the business and operational side of a cruise service, including management of onboard areas such as accommodation, F&B, and events, as well as business operations, sales and revenue management, and marine law. In addition, a core component relating to luxury guest experience reflects the growing importance of the luxury segment within the overall cruise market.

Location: Spain

Duration: Max two semesters

Total credits: 20 US/40 ECTS

Intake: Spring and Fall

Semester 1

Academic content

Semester 2

Six-month internship on a Silversea ship

Diploma of Advanced Studies or possible progression to Master of Advanced Studies.

Program highlights

Presented in partnership with Silversea, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line.

Position with Silversea upon graduation.

Six-month internship on a Silversea ship

Get to the heart of the cruise industry

Our specialized diploma programs immerse you in your topic, and nowhere more so than during your business field trip. For the Diploma in Cruise Line Management you will travel to The Port of Miami, USA, which ranks as the largest passenger port in the world. Home to a vast array of cruise lines, the port sees thousands of passengers embarking or disembarking each day, while its position as a major cargo port also demonstrates how the cruise industry interacts with other supply services.

Program details

Semester 1

Fundamentals of Cruise Ship Management

Hospitality Financial Management for Cruise Ship Operations

On-board Service Management

F&B Cruise Supply Chain Management

Cruise Ship Entertainment Management

Cruise Ship Sales and SHOREX Management

Maritime Law, Safety and Sustainability Concepts

Cruise Operation Immersion Program (COIP)

Semester 3

Six-month internship on a Silversea ship

Graduate with your Diploma of Advanced Studies

Study one more semester and graduate with :

Master of Advanced Studies in Hospitality Management with Specialization

Program entry requirements

Minimum age

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree desirable

Professional hospitality experience

Two years for students with a Bachelor's degree or five years for students without degree

Personal interview

Students need to pass a personal interview with Silversea before joining the program

English level

Must be proficient enough for higher education studies. English language exam scores (issued within 24 months prior to the intended intake) are required for non-native speakers, or those who have not spent at least 2 years in full time English Education at University level prior to the intake.