Online Aviation Degree Programs

Airline Management Certificate Program
Four-course sequence - 12 credits

Airline Management (3 credits) - these online aviation degree programs cover the complex area of operational techniques and problems confronting the air travel industry today. Market research, passenger trends, route studies, on-time operations, emergency measures and safety considerations will be studied.

Airline Economics and Finance (3 credits) - examines issues related to the function of airlines from an economic perspective. They include government regulation, supply, demand, cost and pricing and air cargo. The course also provides an introduction to the basic principles of insurance and risk.

Aviation Safety (3 credits) - these online aviation degree programs introduce students to concepts of aviation safety, as well as practical methods of maintaining safety. Students will gain factual and conceptual knowledge to conduct current and future aviation operations in a professional and safe manner. The role of safety programs in management is also discussed.

Industry and Labor Relations (3 credits) - outlines the behavioral aspects of the management and collective bargaining agency interface. Emphasis is placed on arbitration, mediation, conciliation and fact finding.

Airport Management Certificate Program
Three-course sequence - 9 credits

Airport Operations and Management (3 credits) - these online aviation degree programs focus on developing the skills and understanding of managing a commercial airport of any size. The content of the course is aimed at the practical application of airport manager skills. Relations with tenants, public officials and patrons will be emphasized.

Aviation Transport Regulations (3 credits) - offers an introduction to the Federal Air Regulations (FARs). It provides an in-depth study of FAR Part 107, Part 108, Part 139 and other FARs pertaining to aviation management. It also includes an introduction to other aviation organizations and the international rules as established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

Aviation Law (3 credits) - concentrates on the functions of federal and local regulatory agencies with regard to legislation concerning aviation. Topics include aircraft operation, maintenance, noise and air pollution. Case studies will provide the foundation for discussions.