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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

AVIATION BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Embry-Riddle's Aviation Business Administration Degree Program Combines Strong Business Foundation With In-depth Study of Aviation Specifics

Specialized Management Skills for Aviation

Effective management is essential for corporations to navigate successfully in today’s global economy. You can learn these management skills from Embry-Riddle's world-renowned faculty. Our accredited program is geared toward meeting the challenges faced by the constantly evolving aviation and aerospace industry. As an Embry-Riddle business graduate, you will be a valuable asset in any career you choose, working for companies in any industry.

In this degree program, you will acquire a strong foundation of business and management principles, finance and accounting, information systems, communication skills, and teamwork. You will then concentrate on specialized courses in one of six management areas that are in high demand in today’s aviation and aerospace industry. You may also take advantage of invaluable on-the-job co-op internships with major employers as part of your chosen specialty.

The Six Areas of Concentration

You should declare your management area of concentration (AOC) at the beginning of your Junior year. Choose from Airport Management, Airline Management, Aviation Marketing Management, International Air Transportation Management, Flight Operations, or General Management. If you want to specialize in more than one AOC you may transfer up to 6 credit hours toward the second area of concentration. If you're lucky enough to participate in Embry-Riddle's excellent Cooperative Education program, you may substitute up to 6 credit hours, if approved, toward the specified courses required in an area of concentration. Not all areas of concentration may be offered at all campuses. Check with our admissions department when you're ready to apply for admission.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Business Administration Program Encourages Cooperative Education Experiences

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Aviation Business Administration programs at the Daytona Beach campus are accredited by: • The Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). • The Council on Aviation (CAA) under CAA’s Aviation Management option.

The department works with the National Business Aircraft Association (NBAA), in cooperation with the University Aviation Association (UAA) to establish minimum management certification requirements. The degree programs offered by the Business Administration department meet the needs of the continually changing environment of education, business, and aviation.

The curriculum is designed to provide graduates with knowledge and skills essential to their entry into the workplace and society. Emphasis is placed on communication and quantitative skills, global awareness, social responsibility and ethics, information technology, critical thinking and teamwork, business functional skills, aviation/aerospace industry familiarity and experience, as well as development of an attitude of continual and lifelong learning.

Each business degree program offers a unique educational experience for the student and serves as the appropriate foundation for entry into a specific business arena. The curriculum is frequently enriched by colloquia, forums, visiting speakers, and other programs. Classroom work incorporates computer applications, group as well as individual projects and presentations, and provides a blend of theory and applications that prepares students for a variety of positions in the workplace.

Cooperative education experiences are encouraged, with faculty assigned to assist students in co-op placement. In addition, elective courses allow students to broaden their general education or pursue specific interests in aviation/aerospace-related topics. Active guidance on the needs of aviation management is provided by the Business Advisory Committee. Department-sponsored tutoring and labs are also provided.

Students should be aware that several courses in each academic year may require prerequisite subject knowledge and/or class standing. Check the course descriptions in the current catalog before registering for classes to assure appropriate placement.

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Our Business Administration Program Gives You a Strong Business Foundation With Aviation and Operations Knowledge

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The Bachelor of Science degree in aviation business administration requires successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours, and is normally completed in eight semesters. Designed for students interested in obtaining a strong business foundation with emphasis on specific aviation applications, the student may select an area of concentration in Airport Management, Airline Management, Aviation Marketing Management, International Air Transportation Management, Flight Operations, or General Management. Students should declare their area of concentration at the beginning of their Junior year. Students who want to specialize in more than one area of concentration may transfer up to 6 credit hours toward the second area of concentration. Students who participate in the Cooperative Education program may substitute up to 6 credit hours, if approved, toward the specified courses required in their area of concentration. Not all Areas of Concentration may be offered at all campuses. Students enrolled in the Army or Air Force ROTC program may substitute MY or AF courses for the open elective courses.

OTHER LINKS

Master of Business Administration in Aviation
http://www.erau.edu/db/degrees/ma-busadminaviation.html

Master of Business Administration in Aviation - Extended Campus
http://www.erau.edu/ec/academicorgs/eccoce/mbaa.html

Lockheed Martin Airport Management
http://www.lockheedmartin.com/wms/findPage.do?dsp=fec&ci=13215&sc=400

Airline Business
www.airlinebusiness.com

Federal Aviation Admistration Business Opportunities
http://www.faa.gov/about/business_opportunities/

CAREER OUTLOOK

Embry-Riddle Business Degree Plus Internships Make Graduates Attractive to Aviation Companies

According to Embry-Riddle's Office of Career Services, students graduating with a bachelor of science degree in business have many options upon graduation. Many companies within the aviation industry look to Embry-Riddle for business students. Positions that these companies are hiring for include the following: Revenue Management Analyst, Financial Analyst, Sales Representative, Aviation Insurance Agent, Flight Coordinator, Market Analyst, and Strategic Planning Analyst. Employers throughout the industry eagerly seek graduates in the aviation management field. Cooperative education internships are a unique opportunity for students to receive on-the-job training prior to graduation. The hands-on experience gained through internships and co-ops is valued by most employers and can make your resume rise to the top of the stack.

Business students have completed co-ops with:

The Embry-Riddle Advantage: The Career Services Office

One of the most valuable benefits of being a student or alumnus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is access to the resources of the Career Services Office.

The Career Services Office provides career development assistance to all students and alumni of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, regardless of campus affiliation. The Daytona Beach office serves Daytona Beach, Worldwide Campus, and Worldwide Online students. Prescott campus students are served by the Prescott office.

The Career Services Web site offers students and alumni:

• A virtual library of job search aids including interview tips
• An alumni network which enables students to contact alumni throughout the United States and abroad to learn more about their careers and employers.
• Sample résumés and cover letters
• Company profiles and employment hotlines
• Cooperative education opportunities
• Current job listings; and
• A Web-based résumé referral service

A career fair is hosted at the Daytona Beach and Prescott campuses each fall. Throughout each year, dozens of companies visit the campuses to recruit students and to provide information about their industry. On-campus interviews are also scheduled year-round.

The Career Services Office employs a staff of program managers to provide one-on-one career advisement, mock interviews, and résumé critique services. The Career Services Office encourages students to make contact early in their Embry-Riddle educations to explore career options and develop a successful job search strategy.

More From the Career Services Office

Career Advisement
Several degree-specific program managers are available for assistance with career choice/change, exploration of career opportunities, and development of job search techniques.

Career Resource Center
The Career Resource Center is a library of information that includes addresses and information on potential employers, as well as information on hiring trends, salaries, and other career references. The Career Resource Center is continuously updated and expanded to meet student needs. The Career Services Web site also serves as a virtual resource center with links to job listings, salary information, sample résumés, interview preparation, and company Web sites.

EagleHire Network
The EagleHire Network allows students and alumni to submit résumés directly to employers seeking full-time and co-op/internship candidates. EagleHire is a free service and is available to all students and alumni of the University.

Cooperative Education/Internship Program
Cooperative education positions provide an opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience while earning college credit, learn about their chosen field, and establish contacts in the industry. Co-ops and internships are opportunities to earn college credit while gaining career-related work experience for undergraduate and graduate students.

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