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Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation Management - Airline/Airport (BBA)

Soar to Success with an Aviation Management Degree

Marywood’s Aviation Management program offers two specialized tracks, catering to aspiring pilots and individuals intrigued by the business aspects of airport operations. One track focuses on pilot and flight operations, ideal for those with ambitions to soar the skies, while the other delves into airline management, catering to those inclined towards the business facets of airport operations and administration.

The fusion of aviation management with business education represents a distinguishing advantage for students, offering exceptional prospects for career advancement. On-campus pilot ground instruction supplements the program, while flight operations are facilitated through a partnership with FlyGATEWAY based out of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport situated approximately fifteen minutes from Marywood's campus.

Graduates with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Aviation Management find that the combination of aviation and business is a great asset to their professional career advancement opportunities.

  • Begin flying during your first semester
  • Only aviation management degree in northeast Pennsylvania 
  • Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP)
  • FAA-certified

Top Employers

  • Airports
  • Commercial Airline Companies
  • Federal Department of Transportation
  • Flight Safety International

Top Career Paths

  • Airport Manager
  • Air Traffic Controller
  • Commercial Airline Pilot
  • Aerospace Engineer

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Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

  • Completed application
  • Official transcripts
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Official SAT and/or ACT test scores (Marywood is test optional)
  • Essay (optional)

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Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport

Flight training is conducted with FlyGATEWAY, a large flight school based out of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. FlyGATEWAY provides Marywood Aviation students with experience for real-world application and career development, ensuring that our graduates are prepared for a thriving career in aviation upon program completion.

McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies

The McGowan Center is home to the School of Business and Global Innovation. The building has state-of-the-art classrooms and computer labs.

Wall Street West Financial Lab

In 2008 a classroom in the McGowan Center was renovated into a real-time business lab. Complete with a constant stock ticker, 20 new computers, and up-to-date financial software; the new business lab helps students get the knowledge they need for the financial workforce. Also, the high-tech lab works hand-in-hand with the student-run portfolio, the Pacer Investment Fund. The Pacer Investment Fund provides students with a solid knowledge of dealing with a stock portfolio. Students deal with actual money from investors and track their stocks. Along with handling real money, business students also have to observe the performance of the investor’s stock.

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McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies

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The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues, contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space for Communication Sciences and Disorders, Psychology and Counseling, Education, and Business students. Market Marywood is also located here.

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Marywood's flight simulator is so complete that the only things missing are parts that require it to fly! Students in the Professional Pilot/Flight Operations track of Marywood's Aviation Management program utilize the on-campus flight simulator as part of their training.

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Scholarships

Morris K. Udall Scholarship

The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation also seeks future Native American and Alaska Native leaders in public and community health care, tribal government, and public policy affecting Native American communities, including land and resource management, economic development, and education.

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Aviation Management (Two Tracks), Bachelor of Business Administration

Program Requirements for Aviation Management Majors (63-69 credits)

Students in Marywood University’s Aviation Management Program prepare for careers in various managerial positions available with commercial airlines and/or as commercial pilots.

The students begin flying in their first semester. The flight training is done through a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved, 141-flight training school, conveniently located nearby to Marywood’s campus. Students who have previously completed their flight ratings at another collegiate institution may receive credits for each of the ratings achieved. Students will pay for flight training on a per-hour basis. Information regarding specific program fees is available through the University Admissions Office or the SBGI Office at Marywood University.

Students majoring in Aviation Management are required to complete 63-69 credits in the School of Business and Global Innovation.

The general business core and the courses required in either track selected are part of the program requirements. These tracks are as follows:

Airport/Airline Management Track

This track requires three credits of internship along with the following course requirements:

BUS 141Aeronautical Theory - Private PilotýGround

3

BUS 142Aeronautical Theory - Instrument Ground

3

BUS 255Airline Management

3

BUS 256Commercial Aviation Safety

3

BUS 342Airport Operations Management

3

BUS 343Airline Scheduling & Logistic Management

3

BUS 344Airport/Airline Security

3

BUS 352Aviation Law

3

BUS 451AInternship I - Aviation Management

3

Total Credit Hours:27

Professional Pilot/Flight Operations Track**

BUS 141Aeronautical Theory - Private PilotýGround

3

BUS 142Aeronautical Theory - Instrument Ground

3

BUS 243Aeronautical Theory - Commercial Ground

3

 

BUS 141APrivate Pilot Practicum I

1

And

BUS 141BPrivate Pilot Practicum II

1

 

BUS 142AInstrument Flight Practicum I

1

And

BUS 142BInstrument Flight Practicum II

1

 

BUS 347ACommercial Flight Practicum I

2

And

BUS 347BCommercial Flight Practicum II

2

And

BUS 347CCommercial Flight Practicum III

1

 

Multi-Engine Flight Rating

1

Certified Flight Instructor Rating

2

BUS 240Advanced Aircraft Systems

3

BUS 255Airline Management

3

BUS 256Commercial Aviation Safety

3

BUS 351Aerodynamics

3

BUS 352Aviation Law

3

Total Credit Hours:33-36

NOTE: Residents of Pennsylvania may apply for scholarships through the Aviation Council of Pennsylvania.

BUS 141, BUS 142, BUS 243, BUS 141A, BUS 141B, BUS 142A, BUS 142B, BUS 347A, BUS 347B and BUS 347C: Successful completion of the FAA exams.

Multi-Engine Flight Rating and Certified Flight Instructor Rating: Optional rating.

**Credit may be awarded to students who are accepted into the program and have successfully completed their ratings at another collegiate institution.

Career Options in Aviation Management

Aviation Management presents a spectrum of compelling career pathways. With a degree in Aviation Management, individuals can pursue roles such as airport manager or director, overseeing day-to-day airport operations and strategizing growth. Another avenue is airline manager, responsible for coordinating airline functions and compliance. Aviation consultants provide expert guidance to aviation-related businesses, while air traffic controllers ensure the safe movement of aircraft within designated airspace. There are also opportunities in aviation safety inspection, aircraft maintenance management, operational logistics, education, sales and marketing, financial management, customer service, and administrative roles. These diverse career options within the aviation industry offer professionals a chance to contribute to safe, efficient air travel while providing room for personal growth and development in a thriving field. 

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