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AABI Criterion 3.2.4 Public Information: Each AABI-accredited aviation program must provide reliable information to the public on student success in the program, at least annually. The following Student Achievement Data must appear in easily accessible locations including public program websites:

• The Program Educational Goals of each accredited program, as publicly published, and how these Program Educational Goals are assessed by the program.
• Student retention and graduation rates, including the number of degrees produced each year, the percentage of students enrolled one year after starting the program, and the percentage of bachelor’s students graduating within six years.
• The employment rate and types of employment (aviation, aviation-related or other positions) of full-time graduates within one year of graduation.
• Other Student Achievement Data, as determined by the program.

Objectives of Accredited Program

Program Mission

The Aeronautical Science Degree Program educates and trains professional pilots for productive careers and leadership roles in the aviation industry. The coupling of cutting-edge technology with exceptional faculty and staff creates an educational experience specifically designed to develop and hone industry-leading skills.

Program Educational Goals

• Develop leadership skills to meet the industry challenges of tomorrow.
• Create life-long learners with broad and robust aeronautical knowledge.
• Embed the awareness of safety knowledge, practices and attitude fundamental to aviation operations.
• Build critical-thinking and problem-solving skills applicable to small and large-scale challenges.
• Hone decision-making skills demanded by a dynamic industry.

AABI General Criteria (a-k)

1. Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation-related disciplines;
2. Analyze and interpret data;
3. Work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverse teams;
4. Make professional and ethical decisions;
5. Communicate effectively, using both written and oral communication skills;
6. Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning;
7. Assess contemporary issues;
8. Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice;
9. Assess the national and international aviation environment;
10. Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems;
11. Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.

AABI Aviation Core Criteria

• Describe the professional attributes, requirements or certifications, and planning applicable to aviation careers.
• Describe the principles of aircraft design, performance and operating characteristics; and the regulations related to the maintenance of aircraft and associated systems.
• Evaluate aviation safety and the impact of human factors on safety.
• Discuss the impact on aviation operations of international aviation law, including applicable International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) or other international standards and practices; and applicable national aviation law, regulations and labor issues.
• Explain the integration of airports, airspace, and air traffic control in managing the National Airspace System.
• Discuss the impact of meteorology and environmental issues on aviation operations.

Program-Specific Student Learning Outcomes

Prepared to apply basic knowledge
Program graduates will demonstrate that they are adequately prepared and have the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and applied sciences at various levels of education.

Ability to analyze and interpret data
Program graduates will possess the ability to analyze and interpret data provided from various sources.

Ability to function and contribute in a team environment
Program graduates will demonstrate the ability to make positive contributions and function on multi-disciplinary teams in a crew-type environment.

Understanding professional and ethical responsibility
Program graduates will have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility as it applies to the aviation industry.

Communication in both technical writing and verbal skills
Program graduates will demonstrate that they are adequately prepared and have the ability to effectively communicate using technical writing and verbal communication skills.

Prepared for continued ground/flight training experiences
Program graduates will recognize the need for, and have an ability to engage in, lifelong learning.

Actions of students reflect knowledge gained
Actions and attitudes of program graduates will reflect knowledge of contemporary issues affecting the aviation industry.

Ability to use skills, techniques and technology
Program graduates will possess the ability to use the techniques, skills and modern technology necessary for professional practice.

Ability to understand the environment
Program Graduates will possess an understanding of the national and international aviation environment.

Preparation in decision-making and judgment skills
Program graduates will demonstrate the ability to apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems.

Ability to apply business knowledge
Program graduates will demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of accepted business practices to aviation issues.

Program Assessment Measures Employed

Direct Assessment Measures

• Student work in select course activities (exams, quizzes, homework sets, presentations, essays)
• Student work in capstone courses
• External assessments (such as FAA exams, ETS Major Field Test, Peregrine Academic Services Exam)

Indirect Assessment Measures

• End of course evaluations
• Graduating student surveys
• Alumni surveys

Retention Rate

Percentage of Students Enrolled One Year After Starting the Program

Prescott Campus: B.S. in Aeronautical Science — Professional Pilot Fixed-Wing Specialty

Entry Year (Fall)	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Initial Headcount	209	227	201	253	310
Returned Year 2 #	163	172	141	197	241
Returned Year 2 %	78.0%	75.8%	70.1%	77.9%	77.7%

Graduation Rates

Six-Year Graduation Rate

Prescott Campus: B.S. in Aeronautical Science — Professional Pilot Fixed-Wing Specialty
Source: Institutional Research. Based on intended program at entry. Graduation could have been from any ERAU campus or program.

Graduates

Rates and Types of Employment of Graduates

Employment Rates

 Alumni Placement Rates, One Year After Graduation
 Prescott Campus: B.S. in Aeronautical Science — Professional Pilot Fixed-Wing Specialty

Types of Employment

• Major Air Carrier Airline Pilot
• Regional Air Carrier Airline Pilot
• Cargo Air Carrier Pilot
• Military Pilot
• Corporate Pilot
• Business Pilot
• Government Pilot
• Bush Pilot
• Agricultural Applications Pilot
• Fire Suppression Pilot
• Flight Instructor

Current Job Titles for Recent Graduates

• Flight Instructor (22)
• First Officer (8)
• Certified Flight Instructor (6)
• Pilot (6)
• Instructor Pilot (4)
• Airport Operations Agent/Fixed Base Operator (1)
• Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (1)
• Aviation Safety Program Manager (1)
• Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (1)
• Co-Pilot (1)
• CTA III MKIV Setup (1)
• Customer Service Representative (1)
• Director Of Aviation Safety/Flight Instructor/Ground School Professor (1)
• Emergency Medical Responder (1)
• Instructor Pilot II (1)
• Line Service Technician (1)
• Skydive Pilot (1)
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Chase Pilot (1)

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Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration ACBSP Information

Program Mission

The mission of the Aviation Business Administration (ABA) Program is to educate and prepare the next generation of business leaders in the aviation industry through superior teaching and mentoring. We create a student-centered educational experience emphasizing problem-based experiential learning with industry clients and projects to develop graduates capable of leading future innovation in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Program Outcomes and Educational Goals

• Develop effective oral and written communication skills.
• Build higher cognitive skills including critical-thinking, creativity and analytical ability.
• Prepare students to identify and solve problems, make decisions and prioritize.
• Promote collaborative team learning through work in diverse teams.
• Cultivate lifelong learning through initiative and independent thinking and research.

Employment Rates

Degrees Conferred

External Exam Results

Overall Major Field Test Results - Undergraduate

BS in Aviation Business Administration Major Field Test Subject Matter Area Scores

 

 

Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration AABI Information

 

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*Excerpt from AABI Criteria Manual:

Criterion 2.2.4 (2-year programs), Criterion 3.2.4 (4-year programs) or Criterion 4.2.4 (graduate programs) Public Information.

Each AABI-accredited aviation program must provide reliable information to the public on student success in the program, at least annually. The following Student Achievement Data must appear in easily accessible locations including public program websites:

1. The Program Educational Goals of each accredited program, as publicly published, and how these Program Educational Goals are assessed by the program.
2. Student retention and graduation rates, including the number of degrees produced each year, the percentage of students enrolled one year after starting the program, and the percentage of bachelor’s students graduating within six years.
3. The employment rate and types of employment (aviation, aviation-related or other positions) of full-time graduates within one year of graduation.
4. Other student achievement data, as determined by the program.

Objectives of Accredited Program

Program Mission

The mission of the Aviation Business Administration (ABA) Program is to educate and prepare the next generation of business leaders in the aviation industry through superior teaching and mentoring. We create a student-centered educational experience emphasizing problem-based experiential learning with industry clients and projects to develop graduates capable of leading future innovation in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Program Educational Goals

• Develop effective oral and written communication skills.
• Build higher cognitive skills including critical-thinking, creativity and analytical ability.
• Prepare students to identify and solve problems, make decisions and prioritize.
• Promote collaborative team learning through work in diverse teams.
• Cultivate lifelong learning through initiative and independent thinking and research.

AABI General Criteria (a-k)

1. apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation-related disciplines;
2. analyze and interpret data;
3. work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverse teams;
4. make professional and ethical decisions;
5. communicate effectively, using both written and oral communication skills;
6. engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning;
7. assess contemporary issues;
8. use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice;
9. assess the national and international aviation environment;
10. apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems;
11. apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.

AABI Aviation Core Criteria

1. Describe the professional attributes, requirements or certifications, and planning applicable to aviation careers.
2. Describe the principles of aircraft design, performance and operating characteristics; and the regulations related to the maintenance of aircraft and associated systems.
3. Evaluate aviation safety and the impact of human factors on safety.
4. Discuss the impact on aviation operations of international aviation law, including applicable International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) or other international standards and practices; and applicable national aviation law, regulations and labor issues.
5. Explain the integration of airports, airspace, and air traffic control in managing the National Airspace System.
6. Discuss the impact of meteorology and environmental issues on aviation operations.

Program-Specific Student Learning Outcomes

PC_BSABA_PO_01: Demonstrate  an understanding of basic business concepts as well as introductory concepts and terminology in the commercial air transport industry.

PC_BSABA_PO_02: Demonstrate the ability to conduct economic analysis as applied to air transportation issues.

PC_BSABA_PO_03: Demonstrate an understanding of trends and current issues in the global commercial air transport industry.

PC_BSABA_PO_04: Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the core Business principles and competencies (accounting, economics, management, quantitative business analysis, finance, marketing, legal/social and information systems).

PC_BSABA_PO_05: Apply core business knowledge through consulting and/or professional industry performance.

PC_BSABA_PO_06: ABA graduates in the following AOCs will demonstrate knowledge in their specific competency:

• Airport and Airline Concentration Competency
• Aviation Finance Concentration Competency
• Flights Operations Concentration Competency
• Management Concentration Competency
• Supply Chain Management Concentration Competency

Program Assessment Measures Employed

Direct Assessment Measures

• Student work in select course activities (exams, quizzes, homework sets, presentations, essays)
• Student work in capstone courses
• External assessments (such as FAA exams, ETS Major Field Test, Peregrine Academic Services Exam)

Indirect Assessment Measures

• End of course evaluations
• Graduating student surveys
• Alumni surveys

Retention Rates

Retention Rate

Graduation Rates

Six-Year Graduation Rate

Graduates

Rates and Types of Employment of Graduates

Employment Rates

Types of Employment

• Flight School
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Airline
• Airport Operations/Management
• Insurance

Current Job Titles for Recent Graduates

• Assistant Manager
• Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
• Customer Relation Coordinator
• Supply Chain Program Manager
• Warehouse Technician/Inventory Controller
• Airport Operations Specialist
• Aviation Underwriter
• First Officer
• Procurement Agent

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Program Mission

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Program in the Department of Business at ERAU-Prescott is committed to prepare the next generation of global business leaders with a value-driven, globally aware academic foundation, comprised of strong technical, human relations and conceptual skills needed for success in business. The program provides a superior level of teaching and mentoring, leading to graduates capable of examining, evaluating and appreciating the economic, political, cultural, moral and technological aspects of humankind and society. We promote diversity, integrity, teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration and the lifelong pursuit of knowledge. We encourage research in conjunction with partners in academia, industry and government, and the production of meaningful scholarship. We continually seek new opportunities to better serve our students, our university, our community and global business in mutually beneficial ways.

Program Outcomes

1. Business Competencies
Demonstrate knowledge (and ability to apply that knowledge analytically) in the following business specialization areas: accounting, economics, management, finance, quantitative business analysis, information systems, finance, marketing; legal and social environment; and international issues.
2. Ethical Reasoning
Apply business ethics principles and reasoning within a business environment.
3. Research and Civic Engagement
Conduct research, apply research analysis to solve business problems, and communicate the results effectively, for key stakeholders (clients and employers).
4. Critical Thinking
Demonstrate critical thinking skills by weighing key assumptions, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, and defending reasoned solutions.
5. Effective Communication
Create a well-written plan on a business topic and deliver a professional presentation.
6. Management Concentration Competency
Demonstrate above-average subject matter expertise in the management concentration competency area.
7. Finance Concentration Competency
Demonstrate above-average subject matter expertise in the finance concentration competency area.
8. Accounting Concentration Competency
Demonstrate above-average subject matter expertise in the accounting concentration competency area

Employment Rates

Degrees Conferred

External Exam Results

BS in Business Administration (Management) Major Field Test Scores

BS in Business Administration (Finance) Major Field Test Scores

BS in Business Administration (Accounting) Major Field Test Scores

Program Mission Statement

The mission of the Cyber Intelligence and Security Department is to prepare students to meet the changing challenges faced by corporate and public organizations to identify, respond, mitigate and improve their posture against cyber threats, as well as make satisfactory progress in graduate programs in cyber security or a related field.

Our graduates will demonstrate strong analytical, design, and implementation skills required to formulate and solve complex cyber security problems in a professional or research environment and demonstrate effective communication, collaboration, and continuous learning as ethically and socially responsible cyber security professionals.

The program partners with advisory board and aligns with nationally recognized frameworks (NICCS, NSA/DHS, and ABET-Cyber) to measure effective coverage of the common body of knowledge for the profession.

Program Outcomes

• Problem Solving: An ability to analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Solution Development: An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the program's discipline.             
• Effective Communication: An ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Professionalism and Legal and Ethical Behavior: An ability to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: An ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• Cyber Security Skills and Mind Set: An ability to apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.

Bachelor of Science in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination

Program Mission

The Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination program at ERAU-Prescott addresses the growing international demand for skilled forensic accountants and fraud examiners. The degree combines coursework in accounting, business, law, psychology, crime scene investigation, and computer science. We provide a superior level of teaching and mentoring, leading to graduates capable of applying the science of forensics to financial statement analysis; use computer skills in fraud detection and prevention; demonstrate knowledge in collecting and examining evidence; and understand the ethical and legal responsibilities of preventing and detecting fraud. We prepare students for careers in industry, public accounting, and not-for-profit sectors. We also prepare students for professional certifications, such as that offered by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. We promote diversity, integrity, teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the lifelong pursuit of knowledge. We encourage research in conjunction with partners in academia, industry, and government, and the production of meaningful scholarship. We continually seek new opportunities to better serve our students, our university and our community.

Program Outcomes

1. PC_BSFAFE_PO_01
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the principles within the accounting discipline.
2. PC_BSFAFE_PO_02
Use knowledge of tax laws to compute tax liability for individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
3. PC_BSFAFE_PO_03
Apply auditing procedures and reporting requirements.
4. PC_BSFAFE_PO_04
Apply accounting knowledge in the field.
5. PC_BSFAFE_PO_05
Demonstrate proficiency in business core areas (economics, finance, legal/social, information systems, quantitative techniques, global business, and strategy) with above average proficiency in accounting.
6. PC_BSFAFE_PO_06
Demonstrate proficiency in business core areas (economics, finance, legal/social, information systems, quantitative techniques, global business, and strategy) with above average proficiency in legal/social.

Employment Rates

Degrees Conferred

External Exam Results

BS in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination Major Field Test Scores

Program Outcomes

Program Mission Statement: The goal of the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Psychology program is to develop professionals trained in the science of human behavior and mental processes as they apply to the civil, legal, and criminal environments. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the basic approaches to behavioral/cognitive science, the U.S. legal system, the role of social, cultural, and organizational contexts in human behavior/attitudes, and how these tools can be used to understand, evaluate, and predict human behavior in a variety of situations. Students in the Forensic Psychology program will demonstrate mastery of the science of psychology as it applies to the civil, legal, and criminal spheres. Students will be prepared both for advanced graduate education and to enter the workforce in multiple capacities: in HR or personnel evaluation roles, as part of personnel assessment development groups, as civil/military teams charged with enhancing our understanding of human cognition/behavior with an eye toward enhancing security and safety, etc.

 

Bachelor of Science in Global Business and Supply Chain Management

Program Mission

The mission of the Global Business and Supply Chain Management program is to prepare students with the knowledge of the global context of business with the understanding and critical skills in global logistics and supply chain management. The program is designed for certificate opportunities in global business, supply chain and program management providing graduates with the tools to immediately take leadership roles as a global logistics and supply chain manager in the aviation and non-aviation business, government and not-for-profit sectors. Through a challenging, experiential and team-based curriculum, the courses are taught by internationally-experienced faculty focused on the rising role of emerging markets and the complexity of global supply chain issues. Emphasis is placed on technological change, the interdisciplinary nature of supply chain management and the growing importance of the security of the supply chain. 

As part of the curriculum, students will participate in industry outreach field studies and networking events, guest lectures by industry professionals and trade education conferences. Students will also get first-hand consulting experience in providing global marketing plans and global business-expansion strategies for companies expanding overseas. In addition, students are highly encouraged and receive course credit to supplement their classroom experience with industry internships and study abroad opportunities. 

Program Outcomes

1. PC_BSGBSCM_PO_01
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the core Global Business principles and competencies
2. PC_BSGBSCM_PO_02
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the core Supply Chain principles and competencies
3. PC_BSGBSCM_PO_03
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the core Project Management principles and competencies
4. PC_BSGBSCM_PO_04
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the core Business principles and competencies (accounting, economics, management, quantitative business analysis, finance, marketing, legal/social and information systems) with above average proficiency in international issues
5. PC_BSGBSCM_PO_05
Apply core business knowledge through consulting and/or professional industry performance

Employment Rates

Degrees Conferred

External Exam Results

BS in Global Business and Supply Chain Major Field Test Scores