The Center for Advances in Port Management is dedicated to preparing the next generation of port, industry, and maritime professionals through advanced education and relevant research opportunities. Under the foresight of The State of Texas, and key maritime industry leaders, CAPM prepares students for 21st century challenges and opportunities. Come and “Sea” for Yourself!
To better prepare the port and marine terminal operating industry for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead through advanced education and industry relevant research.
The center’s primary educational offering is a Master of Science in Port and Terminal Management.
The center also offers graduate certificates in the port management field. Our online industry-based curriculum allows graduates to enhance career opportunities for working port and terminal professionals.
The Center for Advances in Port Management participates in local, regional, and national waterway boards, councils, committees, conferences, and webinars to address port and marine terminal industry problems. CAPM also hosts youth outreach events to stay engaged in the community and build a pipeline of future maritime professionals.
The center addresses port and related industry research needs in Texas and nationwide through the expertise of academic faculty in ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ’s engineering, business, and arts and sciences colleges as well as the center’s adjunct faculty.
We routinely engage with industry and government initiatives to assess a wide range of problems, including asset management, economic analysis, reliability, resilience and disaster management.