ISU

Aviation Management

    The Aviation Management curriculum prepares students for professional administrative positions in the aviation industry.  The Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Management will provide a broad understanding of the functions and responsibilities of a manager or supervisor in a variety of related aviation  positions.  Career tracks range from such occupations as Airport Manager to Director of Operations for a major airline.  Flight training is not required, however, to gain a better understanding of the aerospace industry, student's are encouraged to obtain at least a Private Pilot Certificate with instant flight endorcement.

Program Strength

   Recognized throughout the Midwest as a high-quality program

   Provides technical and management skills for students interested in working in aviation related positions other than flight.

   Specialized courses such as Aviation low and Air Carrier Systems, taught by professionals in aviation industry.

   Flexible Degree concentrations  Plan allows students to specialize in airport management, aircraft dispatcher, or aviation studies.

    A variety of scholarships ranging from $500 to $1500 are available to full-time aerospace technology students on a competitive basis.  Credit is awarded for internships/co-ops with aerospace companies and airports.  Internships/co-ops are also possible.

Career Information

    Employment is generally found at airports and commuter airlines in companies having flight departments, the federal government, the military services, flight simulator companies, aircraft manufacturers, state departments of aviation, and airport fixed base operators.

    Graduates of our program are employed with all the major U.S. Air Carriers.  Employers include:  American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, U.S. Airways, Northwest Airlines, American Tran Air, Express One Airlines, Continental Express, Air Wisconsin, Boeing Co, Emery Worldwide Airlines, UPS Federal Express, U.S. Check, Kroger, Inc., and military services.

    High School Preparation

    Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English Composition, Speech and Computer Date Processing.

General Education Requirements

    All students working toward a Bachelor's Degree at I.S.U. are required to complete additional semester hours in General Education, including both required and elective courses, grouped under categories of interrelated subjects.

Cost   Indiana Residents.  Estimated at 2007-08 Rates.  Approximate cost per year.

Cost for EACH of four academic years

            Academic Credit Hour Fees .........................  $ 6,462.00
            Technology Fee ..........................................  $ 120.00
            Room and Board .......................................... $ 6,942.02
            Books ..........................................................$ 800.00

          

Students planning to earn the FAA Private Pilot Certificate should add approximately  $6,400.00 to overall costs.

 

 

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Last updated 25 Feb 08