Mission Statement
As the International Maritime Organization’s centre of excellence for postgraduate maritime education, WMU’s mission is to be the world centre of excellence in postgraduate maritime and oceans education, professional training and research, while building global capacity and promoting sustainable development.
VISION Statement
To inspire leadership and innovation for a sustainable maritime and oceans future.
Core Values
The World Maritime University’s work is based on ten core values:
- Academic Excellence: achieving the highest possible standards in teaching, learning and research
- Innovation: developing innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to all areas of activity
- A Caring Community: the creation of a diverse, caring and supportive environment where every student and member of staff can reach their full potential
- Sustainable Development: providing the research and teaching to give communities around the world the knowledge and skills necessary for sustainable economic development and growth
- Gender Equality: working towards gender equality in every aspect of our activities in support of women in the maritime and oceans sectors around the world
- Leadership: leading global research on the sustainable use of the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
- A Global Network: enhancing its global network of maritime and oceans expertise, in support of the United Nations' and the International Maritime Organization's mission and goals