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Operating an airline involves far more than transporting passengers from one airport to another. It encompasses scheduling, route network planning, aircraft maintenance, personnel management, and customer support. By pursuing a major in airline management and operations at Purdue University, you will develop the skills needed to handle the diverse responsibilities of airline leadership. You will receive comprehensive training in aviation management with a concentrated emphasis on airline operations. Your coursework will offer perspectives on the daily strategic choices made by airlines worldwide.
Master the principles of aviation management with a specialized focus on airline operations, including how airline executives make routine decisions that influence performance.
In your initial year, technical coursework covers fundamental aircraft science and propulsion systems alongside aviation business fundamentals.
Students must have completed a high school or have earned 11 or fewer semester credit hours at another college after high school graduation. TOEFL – 80 iBT or higher - In general, while subscores are generally 20 or higher per section. IELTS - In general, applicants have an overall score of 6.5 or higher with at least a 6.0 in each section.
January 15: Regular Decision Application Deadline.