Master of Science in
Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability

Students in this program focus on recent advances in science, practice and innovation so they can understand, analyze and apply aerospace sustainability strategies.

Growing the aviation/aerospace industry while caring for our environment is a major technical and business challenge. Government and industry organizations around the world are allocating vast resources to maximize efficiency and satisfy global demand while also meeting our responsibilities to future generations. To propel this movement, forward-thinking experts are urgently needed.

If you’re ready to make a significant difference in creating a cleaner and more robust aviation/aerospace industry for generations to come, Embry-Riddle’s online master's degree in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability will place you at the forefront.

Across the globe, industry leaders are committed to finding innovative solutions that integrate both economic and environmental sustainability. At the Paris Air Show in June 2019, Chief Technology Officers from seven aerospace manufacturers pledged to enhance aviation sustainability and shield the planet.

Airlines for America (A4A), the International Civil Aviation Authority (ICAO), and the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) have all committed to finding a path to carbon neutral growth. FAA programs such as the Noise Compatibility Program and Voluntary Airport Low Emissions (VALE) Program assist airports in realizing stable levels of economic growth and developing social programs consistent with the needs and values of their local communities, thus reducing environmental impacts.

In this online graduate program, you will explore how technical advances and improved management practices can help companies meet both operational and environmental goals. You will learn the skills and methods necessary to implement sustainable practices in the aviation/aerospace industries and beyond.

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About Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability at the Worldwide & Online Campus

The curriculum of the master's in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability draws on recent advances in cutting edge science, practices and innovations and applies an interdisciplinary case approach and systems perspective.

In this online degree program, you learn to contextualize knowledge resources concerning aviation and aerospace sustainability strategy, policy and the legal framework.

You will use analytic tools to enable objective and comprehensive impact analysis supporting sustainability initiatives and projects. Lastly, you will evaluate and suggest improvements to sustainability, attitudes, and practices.

Who is This Program For?

Leaders overseeing the integration of sustainability into their airline or organization business strategy
Senior managers, executives involved with sustainability projects
Mid-career professionals looking to boost their career opportunities along the aerospace manufacturing and production chain
Scientists and engineers involved in research on sustainability
Professionals eager to upskill and advance in their careers with the recent advancement of sustainability

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
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AASI 600	Sustainable Aviation and Aerospace Perspectives	3
AASI 605	Aviation and Aerospace Sustainable Organizations	3
AASI 607	Airport Sustainability Operations	3
AASI 611	Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Carbon Offsetting	3
AASI 613	Sustainable Air Traffic Management	3
AASI 625	Sustainability Policy in Aviation and Aerospace	3
AASI 629	Sustainable Air Vehicles; Design and Propulsion	3
AASI 635	Sustainable Aviation Techniques and Tools	3
AASI 637	Aircraft Decommissioning and Circular Economy	3
AASI 639	Aviation Corporate Sustainability Management	3
Total Credits		30

For course descriptions, education requirements, curriculum, and suggested plan of study, please see the Master of Science in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability in the Worldwide Catalog.

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As the leading educator of tomorrow’s aviation and aerospace workforce, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers programs that can help you land on the leading edge of the emerging sustainability field.

About Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability at the Asia Campus

The Master of Science in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability (MSAAS) degree program presents a holistic and proactive way to examine and manage aviation/aerospace sustainability. It is designed to provide students with the knowledge to apply and create sustainability strategies, schemes, and programs for aviation and aerospace organizations, creating a competitive advantage while improving the world. Today, aviation and aerospace industries operate on a global scale and recognize the need to consider social and environmental indicators in addition to financial ones.

This program cultivates a growth mindset, knowledge, and skills needed to promote sustainability. Students apply existing environmental schemes to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint and enhance sustainability practices within the industry’s operations and procedures. The MSAAS provides a collaborative learning environment rich with opportunities to challenge current thought processes, work in autonomous or group settings and connect with diverse populations worldwide.

Degree Requirements

Module Title		Credits
AASI 600	Sustainable Aviation and Aerospace Perspectives	3
AASI 605	Aviation and Aerospace Sustainable Organizations	3
AASI 607	Airport Sustainability Operations	3
AASI 611	Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Carbon Offsetting	3
AASI 613	Sustainable Air Traffic Management	3
AASI 625	Sustainability Policy in Aviation and Aerospace	3
AASI 629	Sustainable Air Vehicles; Design and Propulsion	3
AASI 635	Sustainable Aviation Techniques and Tools	3
AASI 637	Aircraft Decommissioning and Circular Economy	3
AASI 639	Aviation Corporate Sustainability Management	3

Total Degree Requirements		30

No industrial attachment is required to fulfill the degree requirements.

Note: All requirements for an Embry‑Riddle master’s degree must be completed within seven years from the date of initial course enrollment following admission to the university regardless of degree change, catalog change or campus changes. If a student fails to complete their degree in the allotted time, no refund will be issued. There is a minimum of five students required for any course to commence. However, ERAU Asia Institute may decide to start a course with less than the minimum on a cohort-by-cohort basis. Should the minimum number of students not be met, students will have the option to either wait for the next intake or pursue their intended degree through Embry‑Riddle Worldwide Online. Students will be notified at least 30 days before the intended commencement of any course if the minimum number has not been reached. ERAU Asia Institute will refund any tuition/fees should a course not commence because the minimum number of students was not reached.

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