Aviation management professionals oversee the efficient and safe operation of airports,
airlines, and other aviation-related entities by managing daily operations, ensuring
regulatory compliance, and optimizing resources. Get detailed info about this career
Earn Your Aviation Management AAS Degree at Harper
Aviation management is a fast-paced, rapidly growing career. With Harper's 60-hour
Aviation Management Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, you will to work within the complex aspects of the aviation industry, including
airport operations, airline management, air traffic control, and safety.
You'll develop leadership and communication skills essential for managing teams, airport
planning, and management strategies, and learn to evaluate and manage aviation security
processes.
Graduates of the program will be prepared for immediate entry into the aviation management
field as airport manager, airfield operations specialist, aviation facilities manager,
or aviation analyst.
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Aviation Management Degree Program
Take a deep-dive into the 2-year Aviation Management Degree program, including required
courses, course descriptions, career outcomes, and related programs:
Industry-Relevant Curriculum: The program is developed in collaboration with industry experts and aligns with
current FAA guidelines, ensuring that students learn the most up-to-date practices
and technologies.
Expert Faculty: Courses are taught by professionals who bring real-world experience into the classroom,
offering insights that bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Hands-On Learning: Students will engage in practical learning experiences, including internships and
work-based opportunities that connect them directly with the industry.
Employer Partnerships: The program is supported by strong industry connections, including partnerships
with major airlines, airport authorities, and aviation-related businesses, providing
students with networking and employment opportunities.
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations,
overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include
formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials
and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in
any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing,
or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes
First-Line Supervisors.
Core tasks:
Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data
to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction
or program improvement.
Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production,
pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing
services.
Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include
coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using
airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring
and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information.
Core tasks:
Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel
and aircraft operation.
Conduct inspections of the airport property and perimeter to maintain controlled access
to airfields.
Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.
Quick facts:
Ready to get started? To learn more about aviation management courses at Harper College, contact Admissions
Outreach at 847.925.6700 or fill out our request information form or apply now.
