Aviation Management Degree
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Become a leader in aviation: you'll do that here.
Are you interested in a career in aviation but aren't interested in piloting an aircraft? An aviation management degree can help you get your non-flight career off the ground. Every flight needs a team on the ground, and our aviation management major prepares you with the technical and business skills needed to support flight operations. Labor market analysis shows a growing need for aviation management grads at the regional and national level. Plus, our program prepares students for the option of taking the Certified Member exam and getting certified through the American Association of Airport Executives, a definite advantage on your resume.
What You'll Do
Aviation management students will learn the business side of aviation. You’ll combine the essential courses in aviation with business courses to prepare you for careers in airline operation and airport management. Southeast partners with the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport so students get hands-on experience in aviation management courses.
- Courses in business
- Professional flight classes
- Courses in aviation management and safety
What Can You Do with a Bachelor's in Aviation Management?
There are many types of jobs that graduates can pursue. Work for your choice of an airport, an airline, or any other aviation related business with an aviation management degree.
- Airline manager
- Airport operations coordinator
- Airport executive
- Airline consultant
- Air freight and cargo manager
- Airline finance and procurement
Aviation Management Degree Map
Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree
Outcomes & Careers
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7%
Job Growth
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 7% growth in employment of administrative services and facilities managers, including aviation managers, from 2021 to 2031.
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$62K
Airfield Operations Specialist
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an airfield operations specialst is $62,140.
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98%
Successful Outcomes Rate
Students graduating with degrees from the Department of Management report being employed or furthering their education six months after graduation.
As an aviation management major you will learn about management, aviation, and marketing. You'll complete a minimum of 120 hours to complete this degree, including general education requirements and 39 senior division hours.
What will it cost?
Get Funding for Your Education
Missouri’s opened the door to a more educated workforce. We want to help you walk through it. If you’re an adult learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It’s a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.
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Getting the Job
Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.