Students in the Daytona Beach David B. O'Maley College of Business are prepared for careers working for the aerospace, aviation and space industries. From network planning to revenue management and project management, 96% of graduates are employed or pursuing advanced degrees within one year of graduation!
Graduates from our master's programs expand their career opportunities with specialized training that makes them especially attractive candidates for leadership positions within consulting firms, financial institutions and large defense contractors.
Students in the college gain valuable experience working with industry-specific software, real-world consulting projects, internships and numerous sponsored clubs and activities.
The David B. O’Maley College of Business faculty includes some of the most innovative minds in the field, including authors of best-selling textbooks, industry reports and top-tier research articles. But most importantly, the faculty is dedicated to providing a transformative education that ensures student success!
Our industry and real-world-inspired courses build on the foundations
of critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, information literacy,
communication and scientific and cultural literacy, complemented by
opportunities to gain practical experience in your chosen field through
experiential learning.
Our academic degree programs emphasize applied studies that implement
state-of-the-art curricula to educate students for long-term success in
their professions.
Where operational insight meets data interpretation. Study performance modeling, forecasting and analytical tools to enhance planning, efficiency and strategic outcomes in airlines, airports and aerospace organizations.
Examine business operations through the lens of the aviation industry. Study management, finance, marketing and supply chain strategy in aviation contexts. You’ll build analytical and leadership skills that support decision making in airlines, airports and aerospace organizations.
Examine how financial decisions shape airlines and aerospace operations. You’ll learn how organizations evaluate costs, manage resources and make strategic choices across the global aviation market.
Study how organizations operate and make decisions. Explore accounting, management, marketing and strategic planning while learning how businesses allocate resources, support teams and respond to changing markets across industries, including aerospace.
Focus on how business and operational systems function within air transportation. Learn how scheduling, service delivery, finance and workforce management connect to aviation outcomes.
Business Administration in Aviation Management program photo
Focus on the aviation finance and leasing industry through courses developed with the International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading. You’ll study valuation, leasing structures and asset management to prepare for roles in aircraft trading and investment.
The David B. O'Maley College of Business conducts basic, applied and
translational research and engages in creative work, providing mentored
research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. In doing
so, we foster unique and innovative disciplinary, multidisciplinary and
interdisciplinary research, approaches and applications to STEM, social
and behavioral sciences, humanities and simulation sciences.
Labs
Labs
Our labs and facilities offer dynamic, hands-on environments where students practice real-world skills in cyber intelligence, computer science and security operations.
At the David B. O'Maley College of Business, students thrive in a dynamic research environment, mentored by faculty who actively publish, secure grants and drive innovation.
Faculty at the David B. O'Maley College of Business also stand apart due to their diverse backgrounds and commitment to a comprehensive and global perspective on education, and all of them are adept at specialized learning concepts in our wide range of degree programs.
The Daytona Beach David B. O’Maley College of Business prepares students to lead in a global, data-driven economy. With a focus on aviation, analytics, finance and management, the college blends business fundamentals with industry-specific knowledge to create graduates who are ready to solve complex challenges.
Faculty bring professional experience into the classroom, connecting theory to practice through applied learning, collaborative projects and engagement with industry partners. Students gain hands-on experience that strengthens critical thinking, communication and decision-making skills while building a strong foundation for career success.
Graduates of the O’Maley College of Business are equipped to lead with confidence, adapt to change and make a meaningful impact across aviation, aerospace and the broader business world.
The David B. O’Maley College of Business Executive in Residence program is a central part of our college’s learner-centered value proposition. Prominent executives of major aviation and aerospace companies spend several days on campus every semester and help our students and faculty learn from their experiences leading through the very circumstances we are preparing them to confront.
Our Executives in Residence want to actively give back and make a real difference in the lives of future aviation and aerospace leaders. They spend time in classes, as part of specialized panels, and one-on-one with our students. They generously share their time, talent and influence to help our students prepare for what comes next in hopes of launching careers that will be as distinguished as theirs have been.
Executives in Residence commit to two year terms and multiple campus visits.
Leanne Carat Senior Advisor to Blackstone and a Director on the boards of Deere & Company and Raytheon Technologies
Kriya Shortt President and Chief Executive Officer, Textron eAviation
Ravi Dharnidharka Senior Vice President, Cirrus Services
Barry Eccleston Retired CEO and President Airbus Americas, Inc.
The David B. O’Maley College of Business Young Alumni Board (YAB) consists of distinguished recent alumni across the aviation and aerospace industries, with the purpose of cultivating connections between current students and recent alumni to perpetuate long-term career success. Board members provide time, talent, leadership and influence, thereby committing themselves to elevating the visibility of the college and its unique educational mission.
Young Alumni Board Members
Owen Theeck
FlightAware
Manager, Sales & Special Projects
Jason Alvarez
The Boeing Company
Regional Director, Marketing & Strategy
Commercial Airplanes
Alexandria Cogdell
United Express Onboard Experience Analyst
United Airlines
Oko J. Nelson
Assistant Director
HALO AirFinance
Yulia Black
Delta Air Lines
Senior Sourcing Manager
Sloane Churchill
M.B.A. Aviation
Director - Engines & Inventory Valuations
Nidhi Trambadia
Air Wisconsin
Finance Manager
Chad Stearns
The Boeing Company
Program
Manager, Executive Transport & Surveillance
The aviation business degree at Embry‑Riddle proved its value every day in the internship. Being an intern with a strong financial and analytical background, paired with an abundance of industry knowledge, helped me obtain higher-level projects early on and complete them within the span of my internship by minimizing the learning curve.”
Tyler DeZell (’26), B.S. Aviation Business Administration
Business Education from the Ground Up
In today’s complex aviation and aerospace industries, a business education is essential. At Embry‑Riddle, you can start yours from the ground up.
The world’s leading aerospace university offers business degrees that range from management and finance to our newest programs in data science and business analytics.
Each degree can open the door to an unlimited future – not just in aerospace but in any industry. They also build a solid foundation for entrepreneurs who are dedicated to innovation.
