Aviation ManagementMaster of Business Administration

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Prepare for takeoff

In the MBA in aviation management program at Lynn University, you’ll gain hands-on learning experiences with airport field trips, flight simulations and cockpit training.

As an aviation management student, you’ll have the opportunity to earn your pilot’s license and ratings sooner with our accelerated MBA program. And since the aviation management program focuses on the core business structure of the aviation industry, you’ll gain advanced business knowledge that will help you prepare for a variety of aviation jobs after graduation.

Have work and family obligations? This program is also offered online—giving working professionals like you flexibility and convenience. Students who decide to take the aviation management MBA program online must complete flight training outside of Lynn University.

What you’ll learn through the aviation management program

  • Finances, scheduling and regulations
  • Organization and control of airports, aircrafts and crew
  • Management and maintenance operations

The College of Business and Management at Lynn University is accredited by IACBE

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David Cohen, dean of the College of Aeronautics, smiles underneath one of Lynn University's airplanes.
At Lynn, we teach not just aviation, but professionalism. We are preparing our students to excel in their careers.
David Cohen, dean of the College of Aeronautics

Courses

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Career opportunities

An MBA in aviation can propel you to the next level. Learn advanced skills in the world of aeronautics management to land the career of your dreams. Check out some careers for aviation management graduates.

Airport management

Airport managers provide the leadership needed to maintain efficiency from the runway to baggage claim. Enforcing FAA standards, supervising staff and pinpointing areas of improvement for an airport are just a few aspects of this key role.

Air freight and cargo manager

Air freight and cargo managers are responsible for the safe and timely delivery of goods. They negotiate rates and contracts, confirm flight information, oversee storage and transportation and communicate updates and changes with deliveries.

Aviation operations manager

Aviation operation managers lead a team of professionals and ensure that FAA regulations are met while looking after air-traffic and ground contollers, scheduling flights and training for pilots and leading the interview/hiring process.

Aviation marketer

An aviation marketer develops advertising campaigns for an airline with commercials, print ads, in-flight media and digital content. They also buy ad space and radio or television time slots, and work to bring on new accounts.

Airport manager

Airport managers provide the leadership needed to maintain efficiency from the runway to baggage claim. Enforcing FAA standards, supervising staff and pinpointing areas of improvement for an airport are just a few aspects of this key role.

Career preparation services

We empower students to utilize all the career preparation resources to find the job they’ve always dreamed of.

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Cost and aid

Estimated annual cost of attendance

Fee name2023-2024
Tuition$750 per credit
Fees$200
Total$27,200

Costs are based on completion of 36 total credits. Some programs and courses may have additional costs.

Master’s in psychology, criminal justice, educational leadership, exceptional student education, public administration and clinical mental health counseling are $650 per credit in 2023–2024.

Instructional material fees are a one-time charge and do not apply to students who reside internationally or plan to provide their own iPad, and/or required apps.

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Graduate Application deadlines

Fall Semester
InternationalJuly 24
DomesticAug. 7
Spring Semester
InternationalDec. 12
DomesticDec. 26
Summer Semester
InternationalApril 10
DomesticApril 24

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