Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Administration and Leadership
Develop the skills needed to advance as an aviation leader with Southern Utah University's Bachelor of Aviation Administration and Leadership. Throughout the program, you will develop proficiency in aviation administration practices, Aeronautical-Decision-Making principles, aviation safety, and more.
This program can be done 100% online or on-campus and it will help you become the leader you know you can be. You will gain a strong foundation in the principles of aviation that include Total Quality Management (TQM), High-Reliability Organization (HRO), Systems Thinking, and more.
School: Aviation
Careers in Aviation Administration and Leadership
Students in our Aviation Administration and Leadership program can gain practical experience through up to six credits in a Professional Aviation Internship, enhancing their decision-making skills in both regular and emergency aviation administration. Graduates find promising careers in aviation management roles such as airport manager, airline manager, and safety officer across various sectors including government and private industry.
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Integrated Business and Aviation Education
The Aviation Administration and Leadership program is renowned for its comprehensiveness and precision. Students learn essential leadership principles through courses like Aviation Law, Safety, Crew Resource Management, and Maintenance Management. The program also integrates concepts from Total Quality Management, High-Reliability Organization, and Systems Thinking. Students also benefit from a built-in Business Management minor, taking classes like Principles of Leadership and Economics, all within SUU’s AACSB-accredited School of Business.
SUU Online
This academic program is available* in an online learning platform with the following features.
- Flexibility to study around your schedule
- Structured coursework to keep you on pace
- High-quality curriculum developed by SUU faculty
- Access to faculty for help and mentorship
- Tuition is the same for in-state and out-of–state students
- Scholarship opportunities
- Robust student support services: IT, academics, mental health, etc.
- Online courses are also available to on-campus students
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