Bachelor of Business Administration
Aviation Business
Why a BBA in Aviation Studies is significant?
Aviation is one of the most “global” industries: connecting people, cultures and businesses across continents. Therefore, air transport industry is not only a vital engine of global socio-economic growth, but it is also of vital importance as a catalyst for economic development. Not only does the industry create direct and indirect employment and support tourism and local businesses, but it also stimulates foreign investment and international trade.
SAIA Aviation Business program offers a blended approach to learning by connecting participants to the real world. The dynamic nature of the aviation industry demands that the program encompasses new learning methods aligning to an evolving work place of the 21st century.
The programs are not only comprehensive but has assignments, practical education, academic master-classes, case studies and exams.
Studying at SAIA will prepare you for all of the challenges and exciting opportunities worldwide. Our graduates are equipped to deal with current global issues, crafting them to become responsible business leaders who can contribute positively in both private sector businesses as well as Governmental Organization.
At SAIA, you can customize your path to a global career. Choose to study your BBA with various specialization options including Major in Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Quality Management or Merger and Acquisition.
You will also get an opportunity to gain work experience in our ‘Grand Tour Internship Program’; SAIA graduates gain international experience, our global Industry partners look forward to welcome you in a real world.
BBA in Aviation Management
Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation Management
Through this Bachelor of Business degree from SAIA, students gain knowledge in a variety of areas pertaining to aviation management. Students will also gain work skills to undertake employment at entry level positions in Airlines, Airports or Airport Ground Handling. This duality is what differentiates this program from other Aviation Management Degree programs.
As well as on-campus course work, students will have the opportunity to undertake global internship1, as well as the option to take a semester or more at a partner university. Students will develop the business management skills required to kick-start their career within the international aviation industry.
Degree Details
The sheer complexity of international aviation law can be overwhelming to those first studying it. Questions are raised about how so many countries, with varying laws and cultural values and practices, can agree to follow the same rules and policies. Yet without large-scale international agreement, a safe and efficient aviation system would be impossible. For the aviation community to function safely and efficiently, international regulations must be standardized. International air law refers to the rules and regulations that impact global air transport and is a unifying element of civil aviation. To gain a solid understanding of how the aviation industry functions on a global scale, it is necessary to develop a familiarity with international air law – for this reason, aviation law is the foundation upon which the following chapters in this text are built.
The safe navigation of an aircraft from a departure airport, across a massive stretch of ocean or land to its final destination is not accomplished by pilots in isolation. Global air traffic management (ATM) requires an international network of ground- and satellite-based navigation aids, regulations dictating the rules of the sky, and human expertise. This chapter will introduce you to the organizations, people, technologies, systems, regulations, and procedures that support global ATM.
It is important to understand that aviation professionals do not take safety for granted – they are dedicated to their work and have every intention of doing a good job. Yet this makes it difficult to understand the high rate of accidents caused by human error.
The reality is that all aviation professionals have one common limitation – they are all human beings. Although humans have remarkable capacity for critical thinking and creativity, we also have natural and predictable limitations associated with our mental and physical abilities. The science of human factors explores these human limitations and applies that knowledge to the design and operation of aviation systems.
The Chicago Convention establishes that civil aviation is to be used for peaceful purposes only and that States are prohibited from using weapons against civil aircraft in flight.1 Although this principle is globally accepted, the aviation industry represents an attractive target for criminals and terrorists, in part because the international cooperation in the industry results in aviation being a high-profile symbol of global unity.
The primary purpose of aviation operations is the transport of people and goods by air. The direct economic contribution of civil aviation worldwide is estimated at US$2.7 trillion, and the industry provides 10 million jobs around the world: 220 000 for air navigation service providers, 450 000 in airport operations, 1.1 million in civil aerospace, 2.7 million in airlines, and 5.5 million in airport services.
The one thing at the core of the entire industry are aircraft. Without these wonderful machines capable of performing safe and reliable air transportation, the aviation industry would not exist. This program will explore types of aircraft and how they are designed, built, and maintained. The critical role of aviation maintenance professionals will also be discussed. This sector of the industry is sometimes called the civil aerospace sector, which includes the manufacture and maintenance of aircraft systems, components, and engines.
Across the globe, passengers are demanding higher levels of service. Likewise, regulators are paying closer attention to airport service provision and quality of service delivery. Competition among airports has reached new heights as structural and ownership changes bring new stakeholders and business models into the industry. In this backdrop is important to gain a clear understanding of the quality drive within the industry.
Aviation is heavily influenced by environmental conditions. Uncontrollable natural forces, as simple as temperature and the movement of air, have a direct impact on the efficiency and economics of air travel.
The unfortunate reality is that perfect safety in such a complex and interconnected system is probably impossible. Therefore, when aviation accidents do occur, the sole objective of investigations is the prevention of future accidents and incidents – not to place blame or liability.
What the public refers to as a drone is referred to by a variety of names within the aviation industry: unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), unmanned aircraft system (UAS), and remotely piloted aircraft (RPA). ICAO prefers RPA (a term with origins tied to the Vietnam War1) and for the sake of consistency, this chapter will describe these aircraft as RPAs.
The crux of all actual happenings at an airport. This is where all the “how it is done” question is answered and all moments of truth culminates.
Specializations within this program include:
Duration: 3 Years, ECTS 180
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a Major in Mergers and Accusations is designed to prepare entrepreneurs and successful businessmen with acumen required for execute successful M&A. The aviation industry is undergoing a highly challenging consolidation phase and an M&A program will play the role of the catalyst. SAIA not only prepares individuals but also provides insights into how successful M&A are established and concluded.
Career Options:
- Entrepreneur
- Aviation Project Consultant
- Airline Corporate Manager
- Business Leader
Duration: 3 Years, ECTS 180
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a Major in Marketing is designed to prepare future marketers, creative business leaders or owners. Studying Marketing at SAIA, you will learn marketing communication, advertising, marketing policies, and data analysis. The program will engage participants in a in-depth analyze the ‘Changing Faces of Air Transport World’ and critically examine airline and airport Business and Products; analyze impending challenges in the airport, airline to help the participants to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the subject to enhance their abilities to assume higher responsibilities in the ‘Marketing’ and ‘Selling’ respective Products. Participants will also be able to acquire a comprehensive understanding of Marketing Management and the new approaches to ‘Market Mix’. You will graduate prepared to work in the marketing field and understand how the global market functions.
- Sales and Marketing Manager
- Brand Manager
- Public Relations Manager
- Consultancy
- Market & Business Development Specialist
Duration: 3 Years, ECTS 180
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a Major in Finance is designed to prepare future financial specialist with a good understanding of Air Transport Financial Management concepts and practices. You will gain skill and knowledge to work effectively in today’s changing and challenging financial world. Financial experts have a broad understanding of how the business functions both internationally and domestically, they are ready to take advantage of opportunities and manage financial risks accordingly. This program provides participants with thorough understanding of how to optimize financial management and capital programming by applying investor engagement principles.
The program will also highlight opportunities to ensure assets are well managed in support of short and long-term strategic goals. Participants will be expected to challenge conventional thinking, with attention to the growing role of joint venture and concession partnership activities in delivering airport products and services, together with the potential use of private equity to deliver strategic investments.
Career Options:
- Aviation Financial Analyst
- Aviation Financial Advisor
- Aviation Financial Manager
- Securities Trader
Duration: 3 Years, ECTS 180
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a Major in Human Capital is designed for future Human Resources specialists. . Human Capital is a critical asset of an organization; SAIA program will prepare you to contribute both strategically and operationally to an organization’s development of its human capital. Successful graduates will be equipped with modern techniques, and skills to manage and develop human talent
Career Options:
- Human Resources Manager
- Human Resource Consultant
- Recruitment Manager
- Training Manager
- Talent acquisition Manager
Duration: 3 Years, ECTS 180
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a Major in Management is designed for future General Managers. The program is designed as a comprehensive business management program; graduates will learn to strategically manage a business, modules include all the main functions of a business such as Finance, Human Resources, Marketing and Leadership.
Career Options:
- Entrepreneur
- Corporate Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Consultant