Faculty of Science and Information Technology

Master of Aviation Management (Online)

Program Code11235
Graduate LevelPostgraduate
LocationsDistance Education, GradSchool.com (WebLearn)
UAC Code921805 - Distance Education
Contributing Schools and FacultiesFaculty of Science and Information Technology

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Psychology

Faculty of Business and Law

Graduate School of Business

Faculty of Education and Arts

Language & Media

Admission InstructionsHow to apply as a:
Program Award Rules and SchedulesRules Governing Postgraduate Coursework Awards
80 Unit Master Degree Model Schedule
Mode of deliveryOnline and via GradSchool.com

Back to topDescription

The Master of Aviation Management provides flexible delivery for distance learning in the areas of aviation human factors and management. It has been developed in response to a recognised need in the aviation industry. The program combines topics from aviation human factors and management and can be adapted to accommodate specific areas of interest of students from diverse backgrounds. Applications are encouraged from all areas of the industry, especially flight crew, cabin crew, maintenance crew, ground crew, administration, military and government authorities.

Back to topWhy study with us?

The Master of Aviation Management is a unique program that combines courses in the MBA and specific aviation management and will give you a distinctive insight into the contemporary issues in aviation. Combining management skills with specific application to the situations and demands of the aviation management industry, this applied course will provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge, and a qualification which can open up further management career options within the aeronautical industry.

Back to topCareer Opportunities

The understanding and insight you gain on this program will benefit you as it has done many others, including commercial and military pilots, air traffic controllers and maintenance engineers. As well as assisting you to pursue your chosen career route, you'll find this qualification eases the transition between specialties, for example in moving from the military to government or consultation activities, or moving between commercial aviation organisations.

Back to topAdmission Requirements

Applications for admission are initially assessed on the basis of an undergraduate degree (in a relevant area and with a GPA of 4.5 or higher) but, for those who fall outside this criterion, applications for admission are assessed on the basis of "admission points". The criteria for the is listed below in Additional Selection Criteria.

The Master of Aviation Management requires 100 admission points or satisfactory completion of the Graduate Certificate in Aviation Management.

Back to topSelection Criteria

Additional Selection Criteria:
  • Alternative entry will be assessed on the basis of the admission points scheme as described below.

    • Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant area or equivalent from an approved institution:100 points
    • An undergraduate degree or equivalent from an approved institution with a Grade Point Average less than 4.5:80 points
    • An incomplete undergraduate degree or equivalent from an approved institution (with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or greater):up to 50 points (depending on number of units successfully completed)
    • An AQF approved diploma or Associate Diploma or equivalent from an approved institution:up to 50 points
    • Approved professional qualifications:up to 100 points (with Aircrew; Air Traffic Control; Maintenance Engineers qualifications worth up to 70 points each)
    • Work Experience:20 points per year(to a maximum 60 points)
    • Related area of research/management project completed with appropriate documentation:up to 50 points
    • Statement of aims & achievements/interview:up to 20 points

Back to topCredit Transfer

Students can articulate from the Graduate Certificate to the Masters program. Students who enrol in a higher degree may exit into a lower degree if they are unable to complete the requirements of the higher degree.

Back to topInternational Students

International students can only study this program on-line and must comply with the University's English Language proficiency requirements before an application is accepted. Consequently no additional strategies in relation to English language beyond those provided by the University should be required.

Back to topSpecial Needs

The support structures of the Student Support Unit will be available to assist any students with a disability or chronic illness. The Faculty accepts responsibility, in liaison with the Student Support Unit, for providing reasonable accommodations to allow students with disabilities to complete the program.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will draw on the assistance and support provided by the Wollotuka Indigenous Support Unit.

Back to topRequirements and Structure

The program can be completed over two trimesters of full-time study or longer if preferred. Courses are offered on a trimester basis. Students may commence studies in January, May or September. Please refer to the Term dates on the University website at: www.newcastle.edu.au/data/.

The Masters program comprises either approved coursework courses with a total value of 80 units. Students select four specialisation courses from Group A (40 units) and four specialisation courses from Group B (40 units).

Back to topCourse Information

Back to topDirected Courses
Choose 40 units from Group A - Directed Courses.
CHIN6001Business Chinese10 units
GEBU6010Management Information Systems10 units
GEBU6020Strategic Business Systems10 units
GEBU6040Knowledge Management10 units
GEBU6490eBusiness for Managers10 units
GECO6400Macroeconomic Policy in the Asia-Pacific10 units
GECO6410Economics of Competitive Advantage10 units
GECO6420International Trade and Investment10 units
GECO6470Money and Banking10 units
GSBS6010Foundations of Marketing Theory10 units
GSBS6020Management & Organisational Behaviour10 units
GSBS6021Consumer Decision Making and Behaviour10 units
GSBS6030Australian Employment Relations10 units
GSBS6031Marketing Research10 units
GSBS6041Contemporary Global Marketing10 units
GSBS6055International Human Resource Management10 units
GSBS6060Strategic Management10 units
GSBS6070Principles of Leadership10 units
GSBS6090The Politics of Management and Decision Making10 units
GSBS6100Negotiation and Advocacy10 units
GSBS6110Organisational Effectiveness10 units
GSBS6111Services Marketing Management10 units
GSBS6120Managing Organisational Change10 units
GSBS6130Corporate Finance10 units
GSBS6135Contemporary Consumer Marketing10 units
GSBS6140Investment Analysis10 units
GSBS6142Derivatives and Risk Management10 units
GSBS6143Applied Portfolio Management10 units
GSBS6144Financial Institutions Management10 units
GSBS6145International Financial Management10 units
GSBS6146Mergers, Acquisitions and Corporate Governance10 units
GSBS6150Individual Financial Planning10 units
GSBS6162Entrepreneurship10 units
GSBS6172Small Business Management10 units
GSBS6182Consulting & Business Advice10 units
GSBS6183Entrepreneurial Financial Management10 units
GSBS6190Human Resource Development10 units
GSBS6200Accounting and Financial Management10 units
GSBS6210Managerial Accounting10 units
GSBS6231Contemporary Entrepreneurship10 units
GSBS6250International & Comparative Employment Relations10 units
GSBS6270Business to Business Marketing Management10 units
GSBS6300Integrated Marketing Communications10 units
GSBS6301Brand Development and Marketing10 units
GSBS6480International Business Environment10 units
GSBS6481International Business Strategy10 units
GSBS6482The Multinational Corporation10 units
GSBS6483Cross Cultural Negotiation and Management10 units
GSBS6484Corporate Governance & Social Responsibility10 units
GSBS6503Project Management10 units
GSBS6610Operations and Supply Chain Management10 units
GSBS6611Managing Human Resources and Employment Relations10 units
JAPN6001Business Japanese10 units
LEGL6001Law for Managers10 units
PHIL6930Business, Ethics and Values10 units
STAT6100Total Quality Management10 units
Choose 40 units from Group B - Directed Courses.
AVIA6110Human Factors in Aviation Systems10 units
AVIA6120Crew Resource Management10 units
AVIA6130Advanced Human Factors in Aviation10 units
AVIA6140Human Factors in Specialised Operations10 units