Faculty: Civil Aviation This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of aviation management, focusing on the operation, administration, and strategic management of aviation organizations. Students explore key areas such as airline management, airport operations, aviation safety, and air traffic control. The program emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and the application of management principles to ensure efficient and safe aviation operations. Graduates are prepared for careers in airline management, airport administration, aviation safety, and air traffic management. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of aviation management and its role in the aviation industry. - Develop skills in managing airline operations, airport facilities, and air traffic control. - Learn techniques for ensuring aviation safety and regulatory compliance. - Explore the role of strategic planning and financial management in aviation organizations. - Understand the principles of customer service and passenger management in aviation. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the aviation industry. - Develop critical thinking and leadership skills for aviation management projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Aviation Management** - Overview of the field, its history, and its importance in the aviation industry. 2. **Airline Management** - Study of airline operations, fleet management, and route planning. - Techniques for optimizing airline efficiency and profitability. 3. **Airport Operations and Management** - Principles of airport design, terminal operations, and ground handling. - Techniques for managing airport facilities and ensuring smooth operations. 4. **Aviation Safety and Security** - Fundamentals of aviation safety management systems (SMS) and security protocols. - Techniques for ensuring compliance with aviation safety regulations. 5. **Air Traffic Control and Management** - Study of air traffic control systems, procedures, and technologies. - Techniques for managing airspace and ensuring safe and efficient air traffic flow. 6. **Strategic Planning and Financial Management in Aviation** - Principles of strategic planning, budgeting, and financial analysis in aviation organizations. - Techniques for making data-driven decisions to improve organizational performance. 7. **Customer Service and Passenger Management** - Exploration of customer service strategies, passenger handling, and experience management. - Techniques for enhancing passenger satisfaction and loyalty. 8. **Emerging Trends in Aviation Management** - Analysis of innovations such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), sustainable aviation, and digital transformation. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the aviation industry. 9. **Capstone Project in Aviation Management** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in airline management, airport operations, or aviation safety. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive aviation management solution. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies and simulations of aviation management scenarios. - Written assignments on airline operations, airport management, and aviation safety. - Group projects in strategic planning and operational optimization. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with airlines, airports, or aviation regulatory bodies. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Airline Management: Strategy in Action" by Peter J. Bruce and Chris Mulholland. - "Airport Operations" by Norman Ashford, H.P. Martin Stanton, and Clifton A. Moore. - "Aviation Safety Management Systems" by Alan J. Stolzer, Carl D. Halford, and John J. Goglia. - "Introduction to Air Transport Management" by Wouter Dewulf and John J. Goglia. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business, management, or aviation is recommended. Suitable for students in business, aviation, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Aviation Management or a related field and may pursue additional certifications (e.g., Certified Member of the American Association of Airport Executives, CMAAE). **Target Audience:** Aspiring airline managers, airport administrators, aviation safety officers, and air traffic managers seeking to excel in the management and operation of aviation organizations. This major equips students with the strategic, operational, and leadership skills needed to excel in aviation management, driving efficiency and safety in the aviation industry.