Master of
Business Administration in Aviation

Created to enable students to advance into leadership roles with its one-of-a-kind curriculum, this program is focused, theme-based and 100% industry-informed. The MBAA was designed with an intense focus on areas identified as critical for managers to understand and execute in an organization.

The core of the program focuses on the study of the marketing function, the financing of operations and investments, production function and strategy. The emphasis is on the application of modern business practices to the special challenges of aviation. Students graduate with in-depth knowledge of core business and HRO concepts.

Offered through Embry‑Riddle's Worldwide Campus, the degree is ideally suited for working professionals, with the flexibility to learn at a campus near them — or in their own home.  

Tracks/Specialties and/or Certificates

Students pursuing their online MBAA can opt to complete courses for resume-boosting certificates as noted in the Worldwide Catalog.

Business Administration in Aviation Information

• Credits: 36
• Online or In-Person: Fully online, EagleVision Virtual Classroom, or see if a Worldwide location is close to you

Professional Accreditation

The Master of Business Administration in Aviation is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  

Student Achievement Data

MBAA Student Achievement Data

Royal Aeronautical Society

The Masters of Business Administration in Aviation program is recognized by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS).

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Offered by the ERC Institute (ERCI), the Master of Business Administration in Aviation program is especially suited for degree holders who want to gain a competitive edge. Similar to an MBA, an MBA in aviation offers a comprehensive look inside the business world from an aviation and aerospace perspective — looking at real industry problems. 

Most terms begin with two five-day classroom sessions at Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA) and continue with online interaction between students and the instructor. The program is designed to be completed part-time in six terms spanning two years or full-time in just one year. 

Business Administration in Aviation Information

• Credits: 36
• Online or In-Person: Blended (Classroom and Online)

Program Length

Full-Time

Students pursuing the MBAA degree program at a full-time pace will take three courses each term. The 33-credit hour MBAA degree is designed to be completed in one year. The full-time MBAA currently has a planned intake in January of each year. Additional intakes are being considered and will be announced shortly.

Part-Time

Students can start the MBAA degree program in January, June or August. The first four terms will take place in our blended delivery combining classroom instruction during the first two weeks of the term with the convenience of online instruction during the remaining seven weeks. The fifth and sixth terms allow students to begin work on their Graduate Research Project while also choosing two elective courses to be taken online. Students can expect to graduate 24 months after they start the MBAA degree program.

Professional Accreditation

The Master of Business Administration in Aviation is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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• Find Related Clubs & Organizations