Bachelor of Aviation Management

The Bachelor of Aviation Management (BAvMan) is a dedicated aviation qualification which will introduce you to various aspects of the aviation industry. If you have a passion for aviation, you enjoy working with other people and are interested in working towards a management role in a global business, then this degree is for you.

You will gain an understanding of the human factors in aviation, airline strategic management and airport operational management.

This degree is suitable if you are wanting to enter the aviation industry. If you already work in the industry, the qualification also provides a route to enhance your skills and knowledge to add further value to your career portfolio.

Careers in the aviation industry are highly-competitive. The unique composition of our aviation management degree will give you a point of difference - an in-depth understanding of the aviation industry. You will emerge with an internationally recognised qualification that gives you the skills that employers seek.

A Bachelor of Aviation Management will give you career opportunities in aviation-related industries. Potential employers include:

• SITA - the world's leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology
• AirBiz - an international aviation consultancy
• Swissport- a Fixed Base Operator specialising in ground services and cargo handling
• Tasman Cargo - provider of airfreight,cargo, and charter services between Nz,Australia and the South West Pacific.
• Menzies Aviation - a logistics specialist serving the airline industry
• Airways New Zealand
• MPI- Biosecurity
• Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand
• Airlines and airports

Careers include:

• airfield officer
• terminal duty manager
• retail and terminal operations management
• compliance
• air accident investigation
• customer service
• sales and marketing.