Master of Science in
Aerospace Business Analytics
The Master of Science in Aerospace Business Analytics employs data management science to address real-world business problems within leadership roles.
About the Master of Science in Aerospace Business Analytics
The Master of Science in Aerospace Business Analytics is designed for those who want to lead in the aerospace industry by harnessing the power of data. This program blends business, science and math, helping you tackle real-world challenges that airlines, airports, aircraft manufacturers and aerospace firms face every day. In an industry where data drives success, this degree equips you with the skills to make smart, impactful decisions with the help of state-of-the-art tools at your disposal.
The business analytics degree covers essential concepts such as optimization, decision making and machine learning techniques focused on clustering, neural networks, time series and memory-based networks. You will also gain practical experience with statistical software like Python, R and @RISK. You will learn industry-specific knowledge about aerospace applications using concepts like RASM, CASM, load factor and yield in the aviation industry.
Why You Should Study this Degree
Aerospace Business Analytics hones in on data and statistical methods to help companies in aviation and space industries make decisions and improve their operations and strategy. A career in business analytics may be for you if you enjoy:
- Analyzing data to solve problems
- Exploring new trends in aviation
- Learning about airplanes and space travel
- Studying math and statistics techniques
Student Learning Outcomes
You will have the opportunity to complete the following while pursuing your aviation analytics master's degree:
- Apply business analytics skills across the airline, aerospace and air transportation industries.
- Analyze the business ethical environment and apply ethical reasoning.
- Use appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques to solve business problems.
Aerospace Business Analytics Career Opportunities
Careers and Employers
Embry-Riddle business analytics degree graduates often promote in the workforce with a placement rate of 100% within a year of graduation, with industry leaders such as:
- The Boeing Company
- CIT Aerospace
- United Airlines
- United States Aircraft Insurance Group (USAIG)
Aerospace Business Analytics graduates often secure roles such as:
- Aircraft Leasing and Trading Specialists
- Airport Relations Associates
- Contract Administrators
- Financial Analysts
- Financial Managers
- Marketing Analysts
- Operations Analysts
Aerospace Business Analytics Salary Information
Pursuing an Aerospace Business Analytics degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University provides graduate students with competitive salaries averaging $108,200 annually, as of 2024.
DETAILS
About Aerospace Business Analytics at the Daytona Beach, FL Campus
The M.S. in Aerospace Business Analytics at Daytona Beach offers several advantages to you, including hands-on learning, internship and research opportunities and three specialized tracks that allow you to tailor your degree to your interests and goals.
You may also qualify for the Business Eagles program, which offers developmental activities that lead to an internship with select industry partners.
You can complete the prestigious International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading (ISTAT) University Certificate as part of the Finance Specialization.
Cutting-edge labs are available, with a network of servers and PCs providing advanced data mining and computational facilities.
Additionally, the Multimodal Transportation Lab enables you to work with the latest programs and technology in the aerospace industry to assess the viability of different transportation modes.
Tracks/Specialties and/or Certificates
You will have the opportunity to select one of the following specializations:
- Aerospace Specialization (9-12 credits)
- Finance Specialization (9-12 credits)
- Business Intelligence & Analytics Specialization (9-12 credits)
Information Aerospace Business Analytics
- Credits: 33
- Online or In-Person: In-Person
- Capstone: Capstone Project (3-6 credits)
Helpful Links
- Tour our Daytona Beach Campus
- Discover the College's Faculty
- Explore the Fields of Study: Aviation & Business
- Find Related Clubs & Organizations
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Apply business analytics skills across the airline, aerospace, and air transportation industries.
- Analyze the business ethical environment and apply ethical reasoning.
- Use appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques to solve and defend business problems.
Degree Requirements
Core
BA 511 | Operations Research | 3 |
BA 523 | Advanced Aviation Economics | 3 |
BA 530 | Business Analytics for Managers | 3 |
or BUAN 522 | Business Analytics, Social Network and Web Analytics | |
BA 603 | Aerospace Production and Operations Management | 3 |
or BA 630 | Aviation/Aerospace Systems Analysis | |
BA 612 | Data Analytics for Aviation Business | 3 |
FIN 620 | Air Transport Econometric Modeling | 3 |
Total Credits | 18 |
Capstone: Project, Industry Project or Internship
BA 699 | Special Topics in Business Administration | 3-6 |
or CEBA 696 Co-op Ed Business Administration |
Specializations
Aerospace Specialization | 9-12 | |
BA 600 | Commercial Spaceport Planning and Operations | |
BA 603 | Aerospace Production and Operations Management | |
or BA 630 | Aviation/Aerospace Systems Analysis | |
or BA 673 | Lean Six Sigma in Aviation and Aerospace | |
BA 609 | Airline Operations and Management | |
or BA 610 | Airline Optimization and Simulation Systems | |
BA/FIN Elective | ||
Business Intelligence and Analytics Specialization | 9-12 | |
BA 600 | Commercial Spaceport Planning and Operations | |
BUAN 505 | Information Analytics and Visualization in Decision Making | |
BUAN 523 | Data Mining for Business Analytics | |
BUAN 524 | Applied Business Intelligence and Analytics | |
Finance Specialization | 9-12 | |
FIN 518 | Managerial Finance | |
FIN 623 | Aircraft Funding Legal and Financial Analysis | |
FIN 624 | Aircraft Transaction and Risk Modeling | |
BA/FIN Elective | ||
If NOT selecting a Specialization, students may take 9-12 credit hours from the following list of courses | 9-12 | |
BA 600 | Commercial Spaceport Planning and Operations | |
BA 603 | Aerospace Production and Operations Management | |
BA 609 | Airline Operations and Management | |
BA 610 | Airline Optimization and Simulation Systems | |
BA 630 | Aviation/Aerospace Systems Analysis | |
BA 673 | Lean Six Sigma in Aviation and Aerospace | |
FIN 518 | Managerial Finance | |
FIN 623 | Aircraft Funding Legal and Financial Analysis | |
FIN 624 | Aircraft Transaction and Risk Modeling | |
BUAN 505 | Information Analytics and Visualization in Decision Making | |
BUAN 523 | Data Mining for Business Analytics | |
BUAN 524 | Applied Business Intelligence and Analytics | |
BA/FIN Elective |
Total Credits Required | 33 |
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