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Thousands of aircraft traverse the skies worldwide at any moment. Ground operations—including airports, airlines, air traffic control, and other entities—work together to maintain passenger safety, streamline logistics, and uphold sound business operations. These positions demand well-informed professionals with strong analytical abilities. By earning an aviation management degree, you will acquire the expertise and competencies needed to play a key role in the intricate airline sector.
Ground-based airline operations staff—such as those working for airports and carriers—are essential to the aviation field. They contribute to passenger security, operational efficiency, and robust business practices. The industry depends on these professionals to apply critical thinking in overseeing aircraft handling and movement activities.
Purdue's aviation management program is esteemed across the airport, aviation, airline, and aerospace sectors for its exceptional curriculum and alumni.
This program can be finished in three years, and students have the option to enroll in a five-year integrated bachelor's/master's degree program in aviation technology; consult an academic advisor for details.
The bachelor's degree in aviation management holds accreditation from the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI).
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.