Lead With a Degree in Aviation Business
The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration offers you a comprehensive look at aviation business, with a strong focus on airport and airfield management.
Designed to equip you with the skills necessary to succeed and advance in this dynamic field, our program prepares you for leadership roles within the aviation industry. Receiving a degree in Aviation Business Administration will help you get ahead in your career — providing a thorough knowledge of aviation as well as an exceptional aptitude for business and airport management.
In this program, you will gain essential knowledge of the operational, financial and regulatory aspects of aviation. Key topics include air transportation systems, airline management and airport operations. According to the (2023), the mean annual wage for occupations in air transportation is $99.3K, with the field employing more than 536,700 professionals and providing plentiful opportunities for success.
Program Details
The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration is offered at all ²ÝÝ®ÊÓÆµ campuses, providing opportunities for full-time students, working professionals and anyone seeking a career in the field.
You can pursue this degree at the Daytona Beach, Florida, campus, the Prescott, Arizona, campus, the Worldwide & Online Campus or the ERAU Asia Institute, each offering an aviation-centered environment supported by experienced faculty and global industry connections.
Housed in the David B. O'Maley College of Business, the B.S. in Aviation Business Administration includes a blend of aviation-related science and general education courses along with courses in airport management and aviation business principles.
During your second year, you should declare a major from the list below. Additionally, students enrolled in the Air Force, Army or Navy ROTC programs may substitute AF, MY or NSC courses for the open elective courses.
- Airport Transportation: 21 credit hours with a focus on airline management and air transport economics.
- Aviation and Aerospace Marketing: 21 credit hours with a focus on consumer behavior and strategic marketing with a management and social media focus.
- Supply Chain Management in Aviation and Aerospace: 21 credit hours with a focus on global logistics, management and consulting.
Professional Accreditation
The Aviation Business Administration program has dual accreditation through the and the . Detailed information on program education goals, student learning outcomes and student achievement data can be found here.
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The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration degree is housed in the School of Business in the College of Business, Security and Intelligence.
The undergraduate Aviation Business Administration program provides students ample opportunities in and out of the classroom — with an emphasis on effective communications, quantitative skills, global awareness, teamwork and business functional skills. The program is geared toward students who want to build a strong business foundation with the networking skills required for a management career in the aerospace or aviation business.
Professional Accreditation
The Aviation Business Administration program has dual accreditation through the and the . Detailed information on program education goals, student learning outcomes and student achievement data can be found here.
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Credits120
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Methods of Study
- In-Person
Explore This Campus
Housed in the Department of Business Administration in the College of Business, our Worldwide & Online Campus has a top-ranked online degree program in Aviation Business Administration. The flexibility of our online format allows you to customize your education around your schedule, with the ability to choose from 10 term dates annually.
In the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration (BSABA), you'll study core business professional skills in an aviation context and will be well-prepared for positions in aviation and other industries. You’ll benefit from faculty with diverse backgrounds in business, aviation, aerospace and the military.
The BSABA is structured as an aviation management degree; however, other topics can be studied by pursuing a major or adding a minor to your studies. You can choose to pursue a major in Aviation Marketing, made up of 27 credit hours with a focus on consumer behavior, public relations and strategic marketing with a management and social media focus.
Professional Accreditation
The Aviation Business Administration program is accredited by the (ACBSP).
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Methods of Study
- Online
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A degree in Aviation Business Administration can open doors to exciting career opportunities in Asia's rapidly growing aviation and aerospace industries. A surge in air travel demand, driven by economic growth, emerging markets and societal changes, creates more purchasing power. This translates to a continuous need for skilled professionals across various sectors.
Students studying Aviation Business Administration at Embry-Riddle Asia will be prepared to pursue careers in airlines, airports, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), logistics companies and management roles in government and regulatory bodies.
The Aviation Business Administration program is accredited by the (ACBSP).
Note: Additional modules may be required based on placement examination results in mathematics and English.
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Credits121
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Methods of Study
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Career Opportunities
As the aviation industry continues to grow and adapt to new technology, regulations and global demand, skilled professionals who understand the business and operational side of aviation play a critical role in keeping airlines, airports and aviation organizations running efficiently and responsibly.
Experiences on Campus Changed His Course
Garrett Demshar had his sights set on becoming a pilot, but after arriving at Embry-Riddle, he felt drawn to the business world and shifted to pursue a degree in Aviation Business Administration.
