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Overview
Our BA in Aviation Management provides you with a broad knowledge base in the field of aviation management, including modern aviation technology and best practices in business. If you are interested in aviation or aeronautics, or are currently working in the field, this degree can help position you for a career that combines aviation and business principles.
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Florida Tech for Top Tier Online Bachelor's Programs and Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans (2022).
What You'll Learn
In our BA in Aviation Management program, offered 100% online, you will develop an overall perspective on airport management and development, and air transportation management. You will also gain practical knowledge by creating an airline business plan, including exploring factors affecting airspace and airfield capacity, and the selection of facilities and equipment necessary to run an aviation maintenance operation. What Can You Do with a BA in Aviation Management? A bachelor’s in aviation management can open many career paths, including: Why Earn a Bachelor's? Earning a degree may help you cultivate the knowledge needed to position yourself for growth and leadership in a dynamic industry. The Florida Tech curriculum combines a broad-based business curriculum with aviation-specific courses to ensure students are prepared for various careers in the aviation industry upon graduation. In general, people who have earned bachelor’s degrees have higher earnings and experience less unemployment than those who only hold high school degrees, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The 100% online learning environment means you can study where and when it’s most convenient for you, with no commutes and no set class times. Already have experience in Aviation? Here’s how you can earn college credits* towards your Aviation Management degree! If you already hold any of the below licenses or certifications, Florida Tech offers you the ability to test your knowledge. Simply pass Florida Tech’s exam with a score of 70 or above and you may be eligible to receive college credits towards your Aviation Management degree** at Florida Tech for your past experience. To learn more fill out the form to the right and an enrollment representative will contact you to answer any questions you have and discuss next steps. *Subject to Florida Tech Advance Credits policy. Credits are not guaranteed through this process. Seehttps://www.fit.edu/freshman-admissions/advanced-credit/. **New or transfer students in the online undergraduate (AA/BA) Aviation Management programs, who hold their private, instrument and/or commercial pilot’s license, or have earned their FAA A&P Maintenance Certificate (General, Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics) or Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate, are eligible for related academic credit via Advanced Standing Exams Why Choose Florida Tech? When you choose Florida Tech, you’re earning an education at an established institution that has been recognized for its excellence, return on investment and commitment to veterans: • Top Tier University – U.S. News & World Report (2022) • Best Universities and Colleges by Salary Potential – PayScale College Salary Report (2020) • Top Tier Online Bachelor’s Programs and Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans – U.S. News & World Report (2022) Hear from a Graduate “Graduating from Florida Tech reflects persistent and consistent hard work, dedication and credibility due to the higher academic standards. This degree will also reflect better knowledge and understanding because of the in-depth education that I received from Florida Tech, all of which any employer can appreciate.”— BA in Aviation Management graduate Nicole Curiel
Accreditation
Florida Institute of Technology is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist and doctoral degrees. Florida Institute of Technology is also one of only six universities designated a core partner in the Federal Aviation Administration’s Center of Excellence Partnership to Enhance General Aviation Safety, Accessibility and Sustainability (PEGASAS).
Careers
A Bachelor of Arts in Aviation Management can elevate your professional opportunities in a range of career paths, such as airline manager, director of aviation, general manager of airport operations, general aviation manager, airport security manager, and freight and cargo management.
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