Airline and Airport Management (Top-up) (Online) BA (Hons)

**Available for January or September intakes.**<br/>**Indicate point of entry as Year 3 when applying for this top-up degree.**<br/>**This Teesside University award is delivered 100% online.**<br/><br/>**Course overview:** From check-in, security and consumer shopping, to managing passengers, VIP lounges and boarding, you walk in the passenger’s shoes to meet the demands of existing and future travellers in a highly competitive market.<br/><br/>Examine future trends, focusing on the need for airlines to differentiate in a competitive market and create innovative business models to support global economic growth. Explore the evolution of the industry and the value of air travel in opening up the world, looking at the importance of connectivity and how ambitious aviation strategies can bring people and places together.<br/><br/>Develop your business acumen, vocational expertise and management insight by studying key theories and current practices, including crisis and safety management, consumer and marketing theories, dealing with difficult people, team management, counter-terrorism, business resilience and service levels.<br/><br/>You learn to adapt to new and emerging circumstances, essential for a career in aviation. You will attend field trips and visits with key organisations, connecting your classroom learning with practical experiences in a professional environment, and gaining the knowledge and employability skills you need to succeed.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to study this course:**<br/><br/><br/>1. Learn from industry professionals who have worked for global brands.<br/>2. Gain excellent industry insight from within the sector, with a unique glimpse into the field through guest lectures. You’re also invited to attend the annual Aviation and Tourism Conference in person or online.<br/>3. Gain access to the online student community platform, with tutors who provide continuous feedback and guidance.<br/>4. Access our Launchpad webinars and tap into a world of experience and expertise. From improving your leadership and management skills, to top tips for becoming a freelancer, Launchpad can help you start a business.<br/><br/><br/>You will have access to graduate roles, opportunities and visibility by employers across the UK aviation industry through Talentview Aviation, an employment resource hub for our aviation students.<br/><br/>The University is a member of Airports Council International (ACI) Europe providing the benefits of ACI information, data and sustainability forecasting to our students.<br/><br/>**After the course:** Aviation is a truly global sector, offering opportunities for a dynamic and diverse career. Employers include airports, airlines or third-party work, with roles such as aeroplane manufacturing, air crew, air traffic control, airfield operations, airline operations, airline training, airport director, airport manager, airport operations, airport security manager, aviation regulation, baggage handling, border agency, cargo management, commercial aircraft worthiness, freight companies, IT services, marketing, meteorologist, and procurement.