Master of Business Administration in Aviation Management

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Campus Availability: Daytona Beach, Florida

Degree Level: Graduate

Career Outcomes: Airport Operations Manager, Aviation Business Consultant, Aviation Investment Analyst

Credit Hours: 33

Learning Modality: In-Person

Your Ticket to a Career in Aviation Business

Embry-Riddle’s David B. O’Maley College of Business provides a distinctive approach to business studies. While many universities offer an MBA, we offer a degree specifically tailored to meet industry demands. Our alumni are highly sought after by leading companies in the aviation, aerospace and space sectors because of their specialized knowledge.

Elevate your career by deepening your knowledge and skills to stand out in a crowded job market. Engage with high-level executives, gain practical experience and build a network of fellow professionals.

Take the next step towards a successful and fulfilling career—your future awaits!

About the MBA in Aviation Management

The Master of Business Administration in Aviation Management focuses on applying modern business practices to the unique challenges faced by airports, airlines, aircraft manufacturers and other aviation businesses.

The curriculum covers several key areas, including airline management, airport management, supply chain management, finance and international business. By the time you graduate, you will have developed the strategic decision-making skills necessary to become a successful manager. You will also learn how to resolve business problems using both qualitative and quantitative techniques and defend your solutions.

Return on Investment

Choosing Embry-Riddle for your graduate degree brings many benefits:

Specialized Education
Our graduate degrees provide comprehensive expertise in various fields, making you a valuable asset for companies in need of specialized professionals, particularly in engineering.

Enhanced Marketability
Stand out from other job applicants with a master’s degree. Employers will recognize your critical thinking skills, ambition and commitment to lifelong learning.

Networking Growth
Embry-Riddle’s graduate environment encourages you to make valuable connections and build your network—offering chances for mentorship, collaboration and potential job leads.

Increased Earning Potential
Studies show a strong link between higher education and increased earning potential. Those with advanced degrees typically earn much more over their careers than those with just a bachelor's degree.

Embry-Riddle Benefits

Our Daytona Beach Campus offers an unparalleled educational experience.

Florida’s Space Coast
Our campus location in Daytona Beach, Florida, allows for close collaboration with some of the biggest space exploration and research companies. The campus is just one hour away from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

International Campus Population
On our campus of 7,800 undergraduate students and 800 graduate students, 12% of our students come from outside of the U.S., representing more than 100 countries!

Research Opportunities
The John Mica Engineering and Aerospace Innovation Complex (MicaPlex) is Embry-Riddle’s research park, which houses several labs and allows for collaboration between students and faculty on leading-edge research.

Daytona Beach Activities
There’s never a shortage of fun in Daytona Beach. Relax on the beach or catch a NASCAR race at Daytona International Speedway, home of the Daytona 500.

Scholarships & Aid

When it comes to educational funding, you have options at Embry-Riddle. Don’t let the cost of attending deter you from advancing your education and your career.

Our dedicated counselors can advise you on ways to help finance your future and focus on your studies. You can be assured an investment in Embry-Riddle is a wise one.

by the numbers

  • 1926 The year Embry-Riddle was founded. .
  • 100+ Degrees to choose from. .
  • 95% Employed or continuing education within a year of graduation. .
  • 160,000+ Alumni around the world. .