CHART YOUR CAREER COURSE
The aviation management program offers individuals options for non-pilot roles within the aviation industry. You will take part in a comprehensive program that offers an interdisciplinary experience in aviation studies, business, and management to prepare for careers in areas such as airline operations, airline support services, aircraft sales, aircraft marketing, or airport management. If you're interested in becoming a pilot check out our Professional Flight program.
Degrees
Aviation Management
Major
Why Study Aviation Management?
Morningside University’s Aviation Management program combines aviation knowledge with business and leadership skills to prepare students for careers across the aviation industry. Students gain hands-on experience in airport operations while learning from industry professionals in an active airport environment.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Located at Sioux Gateway Airport for real-world learning
- Coursework in aviation operations, safety, and management
- Internship and experiential learning opportunities
- Personalized faculty mentorship and industry connections
THE MORNINGSIDE DIFFERENCE
Regional Partnerships
We have partnered with Oracle Aviation out of Omaha, NE and the Sioux City Gateway Airport to ensure you'll receive hands on experiences.
Experts in the Field
Our aviation program has brought in experts throughout the industry to help develop the curriculum that prepares you to face the challenges facing the industry.
LEARN BY DOING
MORNINGSIDE AVIATION DEPARTMENT
In partnership with Oracle Aviation and the City of Sioux City, students in aviation will have access to a state-of-the-art facility located at the Sioux City Gateway Airport.
What Can I Do With This Degree?
An Aviation Management degree prepares graduates to lead the business and operational side of the aviation industry. Students develop expertise in airport operations, aviation safety, logistics, leadership, and business management for careers across commercial, corporate, and general aviation. Potential careers include:
- Airport Manager
- Aviation Operations Manager
- Flight Operations Specialist
- Aviation Safety Coordinator
- Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Manager
- Airline Operations Coordinator
- Aviation Business Development Specialist
- Commercial airlines
- Airports and airport authorities
- Fixed Base Operators (FBOs)
- Corporate aviation departments
- Cargo and logistics companies
- FAA and other aviation regulatory organizations
- Aviation consulting, maintenance, and technology companies
Students combine aviation knowledge with business and leadership skills to prepare for careers managing aviation operations. Coursework includes airport management, aviation safety, aviation law and regulations, aviation finance, business management, logistics, human resources, leadership, and aviation operations, with hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning to the aviation industry.
WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?
13:1
student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you
99%
employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
65+
majors & pre-professional programs available
Related Majors & Minors
Still looking for the right fit? check out some additional program options that we think might interest you or are often paired with this program. You can also view the programs page to keep exploring your options.
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