The University offers aviation programs at both the associate and bachelor’s degree levels. Both programs are offered entirely through distance learning and provide credit for FAA certifications and ratings.
The University does not offer flight or maintenance training but does offer academic credit for FAA certificates and ratings. See the Aviation listing in the Courses of Instruction section for details
Aviation Leadership and Management (B.S.)
Offered entirely through distance learning, the bachelor’s degree program in aviation leadership and management combines business, management and specialized aviation courses with credit for FAA certifications in a program designed to meet the needs of working aviation professionals. Focused on current and projected industry needs, the program is appropriate for those involved in aviation management or maintenance and flight operations.
Degree Requirements
The B.S. program in aviation leadership and management includes coursework in three areas: general education requirements, leadership and management, and aviation studies. Academic credit for FAA certificates and ratings can be applied to the program, with approved electives for any remaining hours.
General Education Requirements 36
Leadership and Management 24
LGLS 298 Business Law 3
MGMT 302 Fund of Management 3
MKTG 306 Fund of Marketing 3
MGMT 304 Organizational Behavior 3
MGMT 312 Small Business Mgt 3
MGMT 369 Fundamentals of Logistics 3
Approved electives 6
Aviation Studies 18
Select six of the following courses:
AVIA 480 Human Factors in Flight 3
AVIA 481 Aviation Psychology 3
AVIA 482 Aviation Mktg and Mgt I 3
AVIA 483 Air Transportation 3
AVIA 484 Flight Crew Leadership 3
AVIA 485 Aviation Economics 3
AVIA 486 Aviation Mktg and Mgt II 3
AVIA 487 Aviation Security 3
Total required coursework 78
Credit for FAA certificates & ratings 25–50
Additional electives if required up to 25
Degree total 128
Aviation Technology (A.S.)
Offered entirely through distance learning, the associate degree in aviation technology combines Federal Aviation Administration certifications with general education coursework and specialized studies in aviation in a program designed to provide an academic foundation for aviation professionals.
Degree Requirements
The A.S. program in aviation technology includes coursework in general education requirements and business management. Academic credit for FAA certificates and ratings can be applied to the program, with approved aviation electives for any remaining hours.
General Education Requirements 24
Business Administration 3
BLAW 298 Business Law 3
Total required coursework 27
Credit for FAA certificates & ratings 25–40
Additional AVIA electives if required up to 15
Degree total 67
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