College of Management
Aviation Management
Running airports, airlines, and the aviation system.
About this program
An aviation-industry management degree covering airport and airline operations, aviation law and safety systems, including unmanned aircraft systems.
What you will be able to do
- Apply FAA regulations to airport and airline operations
- Analyze an aviation safety-management system
- Operate and plan missions for small unmanned aircraft systems
- Complete a supervised internship with an airport or aviation partner
Courses you will take
A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| AVIA 1500 | Introduction to Aviation |
| AVIA 2100 | Airport Planning and Management |
| AVIA 3100 | Aviation Law and Regulation |
| AVIA 4900 | Aviation Management Internship |
| General education & support courses | Title |
|---|---|
| AVIA 2500 | Aviation Safety Systems |
| AVIA 3300 | Unmanned Aircraft Systems |
Where graduates go
- Airport Operations Assistant
- Airline Ground Operations Coordinator
- UAS/Drone Operations Specialist
- Aviation Safety Coordinator
Median starting salary for recent graduates: $48,300. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 86%.
DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeManagement
Median starting salary$48,300
Placement86%
Take the next step.
Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.