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Homedegree ProgramsaviationBachelor Aviation Management
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Online Bachelor's in Aviation Management Degree

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Total Courses
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Average Completion*
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Weekly Course Effort

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management Overview

Come back and move your aviation career forward. Earn your degree 100% online.

  • Become a leader in the aviation industry. Be ready to take on supervisory roles in a wide range of areas from aviation business operations to gate agent management to freight and cargo management.
  • Learn practical skills you can use right away through courses developed by Purdue University’s prestigious School of Aviation and Transportation Technology expert faculty and leadership.
  • Personalize your degree with electives based on your career interests, including two micro-credentials in business development or diversity.
  • Learn from faculty with real-world experience as pilots, entrepreneurs, and military personnel who know what it takes to get ahead in the field.
  • Gain a broad foundation in aviation operations and business management while developing decision-making and problem-solving skills required for managerial positions.
  • Enjoy access to Purdue Global’s network of partnerships, which includes many aviation industry organizations and flight schools.

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Quality Education. Respected Degree.

The curriculum was designed by experts from Purdue University’s renowned School of Aviation and Transportation Technology and Purdue Global’s School of Business and Information Technology, which offers ACBSP-accredited business programs.

Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 

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What Courses Will I Take?

Coursework combines aviation studies and business management, providing a foundational knowledge of the specialized industry and leadership skills that will help you succeed in a variety of managerial roles.

The curriculum emphasizes problem-solving and managerial-level decision-making, and includes courses on communication, operations, finance, safety, and more.

Sample Courses

  • Aviation Business
  • Introduction to Management
  • Aviation Finance
  • Leadership in Practice
  • Airline Operations
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Program Requirements

9
Core Courses
18
Major Courses
7
Elective Courses
34
Total Courses
180
Total Quarter Credits

1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours

3-Week Trial

Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.

There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.

How It Works

Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.

Admissions Requirements

You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.

Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.

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Upcoming Start Dates

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience

The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.

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Ways to Save on Time and Tuition

Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.

Transfer Credits

Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.

Prior Work Experience Reduction

You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.

Financial Aid

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Corporate Partner Benefits

Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.

Military Tuition Reduction

Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.

Prior Military Experience

Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.

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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study

  • What aspects of aviation management did your degree focus on?
  • How do you stay updated on aviation industry trends and regulations (e.g., FAA, ICAO)?
  • Explain the importance of safety management systems (SMS) in aviation.
  • What are some key challenges facing the aviation industry today?
  • How does customer service impact aviation operations?

Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field

  • Project Management
  • Auditing
  • Data Analysis
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Process Improvement
  • Aviation Safety
  • Operations
  • Management
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Scheduling
  • Problem Solving
  • Research
  • Decision Making

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Estimated Graduation Date and Average Completion: Estimated graduation date is based on the assumption that you will enroll in time to begin classes on the next upcoming start date, will remain enrolled for each consecutive term, and will maintain satisfactory academic standing in each term to progress toward completion of your program. Completion time is based on a full-time schedule. Programs will take longer for part-time students to complete.

100% Online: Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information. 

Credit for Prior Learning: Purdue Global does not guarantee transferability of credit from any source. Testing option may not apply to all courses. Credit for work experience and military training does not apply to graduate programs. See the University Catalog for the Prior Learning policy.

Completion Time and Average Net Price: Cost and completion times for individual programs may vary. Average institutional completion time for Purdue Global degree students who graduated in the 2022–2023 academic year. Average net price reflects all institutional-level charges for all graduates, including those who transferred to Purdue Global, after application of scholarships, tuition reductions, grants (including federal Pell grants for undergraduate students), employer tuition assistance, and/or military tuition assistance. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, July 2023.

Employment and Career Advancement: Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions.

Three-Week Trial: Students who inform Purdue Global they do not wish to pursue the program during the 3-week trial will not be charged. Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial, and will need to meet other specific requirements. Classes will be applied toward a degree if satisfactorily completed and students select to continue their studies at Purdue Global. No credits are earned if the student withdraws during the introductory period (3 weeks for new qualifying undergraduate students), which begins day one of the first term. Graduate programs and BS in Professional Flight not included. Additional terms may apply to international and non-U.S. citizen students. For further information, see the University Catalog.

Estimated Graduation Date and Average Completion: Estimated graduation date is based on the assumption that you will enroll in time to begin classes on the next upcoming start date, will remain enrolled for each consecutive term, and will maintain satisfactory academic standing in each term to progress toward completion of your program. Completion time is based on a full-time schedule. Programs will take longer for part-time students to complete.

Students in flight training who plan on receiving 45 transfer credits for their FAA certificates and ratings may finish in 3 years.

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