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Executive MSc Air Transport Operations and Management

University of West London

United Kingdom

A flexible executive MSc covering aviation business strategy, finance, airline operations, airport management, sustainability and safety leadership.

Study Level

Master's Degree

Study Mode

Online

Duration

18 months part-time

Programme Overview

The University of West London Executive MSc Air Transport Operations and Management is designed for aviation professionals seeking progression into senior management.

Students examine aviation business strategy, economics and finance, airline operations, airport management, sustainable aviation, safety and organisational resilience.

Optional study can include digital aviation, airport planning, aircraft and fleet analysis and contemporary aviation-management issues.

The programme combines flexible study with an applied aviation research project.

Its professional focus is designed to support progression into senior airline, airport, cargo, regulatory and aviation consultancy roles.

Entry Requirements

Applicants normally require an undergraduate honours degree at 2:2 level or above together with at least one year of continuous employment in aviation, transport, travel or a closely related field.

Applicants without a 2:2 honours degree may be considered if they hold a relevant professional aviation licence and at least two years of continuous industry employment.

Applicants may also be considered with at least ten years of continuous industry experience, including at least five years at managerial level.

Relevant professional licences can include:
Air Transport Pilot Licence
Aircraft Maintenance Licence
Air Traffic Controller Licence

English-Language Requirements

IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall

Reading:
Minimum 6.0

Writing:
Minimum 6.0

Speaking:
Minimum 6.0

Listening:
Minimum 6.0

Career Outcomes

Airline Operations ManagerAirport Station ManagerAviation Commercial ManagerAirline Planning ManagerAir Cargo Operations Manager

Scholarship Information

University of West London offers postgraduate scholarship and bursary opportunities for eligible students. Awards can vary according to nationality, academic merit and individual eligibility. Employer sponsorship may also be particularly relevant for executive aviation professionals. Applicants should check the University's current postgraduate funding information for the intended intake.

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