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The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Air Transport Management programme provides students with an opportunity to gain an insight into all aspects of air transport management including airline and airport management, aviation strategy, together with a solid foundation in essential business practice.
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Air Transport Management is a one-year top-up programme delivered in full-time and part-time modes, that is designed to ‘top up ‘students’ existing vocational qualifications (e.g. UAE Higher Diploma, UK Higher National Diploma, Air Transport Pilot License) to a bachelor’s degree. It has been designed in line with international standards and aims to provide a high-quality business education with a strong focus on the aviation industry. The curriculum is carefully designed to integrate core business courses with more specialised Air Transport Management courses that focus on topics relevant to aviation, airline and airport management, as detailed in the illustrative study plan.
Why enrol on this programme?
Students will gain understanding of how the aviation sector operates, the challenges involved in managing a business within this sector and key success factors. Students will study a variety of business and specialist air transport management courses.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Air Transport Management award is conferred by Emirates Aviation University and Coventry University, UK. The EAU award is recognised by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Dubai.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Air Transport Management are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to be prepared for employment within various air transport organisations such as airlines and airports.
Duration
One Year
Mode Of Delivery
There are two delivery modes:
- A full- time delivery mode with three modules delivered each semester over two semesters.
- Or a part-time delivery mode with 6 courses delivered over a period of one year. The courses will be completed independently, with one course every two months, delivered in 5 consecutive day blocks over 40 hours.
- Airline & Airport Management
- Project Management
- Aviation Strategy & Planning
- Human Factors in Aviation
- Airline Route & Fleet Planning
- Aviation Research Project
The above course schedule is subject to change
Knowledge and understanding
On successful completion of this programme a student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
KU1 the operation of organisations in the aviation industry, the role and practices of the various business functions within those organisations, and their external environment
KU2 the processes, principles and practices fundamental to the operation of airports and terminal facilities that support air transport operations
KU3 the processes, principles, and practices fundamental to the operation of airline companies, including elements of management practice in the industry
KU4 established methods for the analysis and design of solutions for air transport problems and the management of the air transport function in a variety of national and international contexts
KU5 a range of current and emerging business and management issues affecting the aviation industry
Cognitive skills
On successful completion of the programme a student should be able to:
CS1 undertake a problem analysis and exercise reasoned judgement in assessing business and technical requirements
CS2 conduct effective problem solving, design, and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills in the identification, formulation and solution of business and technical problems
CS3 synthesise requirements and opportunities in order to recommend appropriate air transport management policies
Practical skills
On successful completion of the programme a student should be able to:
PS1 conduct research into technical and management issues being familiar with a range of data, research sources, and appropriate methodologies
PS2 apply numeracy and the quantitative skills involved in data analysis, interpretation, and modelling of problems and phenomena in the aviation industry
PS3 select and use appropriate methods of information and communications technology for business and air transport applications
PS4 demonstrate an awareness of professional responsibilities, including an understanding of the associated ethical and legal issues
Transferable skills
On successful completion of the programme a student should be able to:
TS1 work to deadlines both individually with initiative and enterprise, and within teams, showing evidence of influencing and project management skills
TS2 apply professional, interpersonal and transferable skills, using a range of relevant media in a variety of situations, so as to communicate effectively
TS3 accept responsibility for their own learning and the need for continuing professional development
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Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (LAME) or Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) or Higher Diploma or Higher National Diploma (BTEC Level 5) in a relevant field or equivalent* |
*Notes and remarks:
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the program's relevant requirement(s) may be required to complete the EAU entrance exam or a non-credit remedial course.
- Students who completed their previous qualification in English are exempt from English requirements. Otherwise, students will be required to provide / complete one of the following:
- IELTS Academic with a minimum score of 5.0
- TOFEL iBT with a minimum score of 61
- EAU English Test
- Complete non-credited Foundation English Course with EAU
- For detailed guidance on entry requirements, please contact EAU Admissions at +971 46050100 or email: eau.admissions@emirates.com
| Application Fee* | Registration Fee* | Tuition Fees (AED) |
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| N/A | 2,625 | 77,175 per year |
*Non-refundable
*Tuition Fees inclusive of VAT 5%
How to Apply?
For information on how to apply for a course at Emirates Aviation University, see our Admissions Guide
