Leading from the Ground:

Interested in the business and operational side of the aviation industry? Aviation Management courses in India provide the knowledge and skills needed for leadership and administrative roles within this dynamic sector.[6, 53, 54, 55, 56, 33, 2, 26, 31, 57, 58] This guide will help you navigate the landscape of Aviation Management courses available in India.

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students

Eligibility varies depending on the program level :

• BBA in Aviation Management: Completion of Class 10+2 (or equivalent) in any stream with a minimum aggregate score, typically 40% to 50% .
• MBA in Aviation Management: Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks . Some programs prefer candidates with Economics or Commerce backgrounds, especially with Mathematics . Some require work experience in aviation or related sectors .
• Postgraduate Diploma in Aviation and Hospitality Management: Available for graduates seeking specialization.[6]

Course Duration

The duration of Aviation Management courses is generally standard :

• BBA in Aviation Management: Three-year undergraduate program, often divided into six semesters .
• MBA in Aviation Management: Two-year postgraduate degree course, usually structured into four semesters . Some institutes offer one-year MBA programs.[59]
• Postgraduate Diploma in Aviation and Hospitality Management: One year.[6]

Key Subjects/Syllabus Overview

The syllabus is comprehensive, covering business and administrative aspects of the aviation industry :

• BBA Programs: Airport operations, airline management, aviation safety, aviation regulations, airline marketing, introduction to cargo management, principles of management [4, 5, 36, 37, 46, 87, 90, 27, 37].
• MBA Programs: Aviation economics, aviation finance, airport planning and management, airline operations and scheduling, air cargo management, aviation safety and security management, aviation law, strategic management for aviation, customer relationship management in aviation.[6, 27, 60, 61, 62, 63, 54, 59]
• Many programs include internships, industry visits, and project work for practical exposure .

Approximate Fee Structure

Fees vary significantly based on program level, institution type, and location :

• Diploma Courses: INR 60,000 to INR 1,00,000.[20]
• BBA in Aviation Management: INR 1 lakh to INR 4 lakhs for the total course .
• MBA in Aviation Management: INR 1.5 lakhs to INR 15 lakhs for the entire two-year course. Online MBA options may have different fees .

Potential Career Paths

Aviation Management degrees lead to diverse roles across the industry :

• Airline Operations Manager
• Airport Manager
• Aviation Safety Officer
• Air Cargo Manager
• Customer Service Manager in Airlines
• Aviation Consultant
• Airport Operations Manager
• Airport Planner [38, 58, 29, 52]
• Revenue Manager
• Facility Manager [29]
• Security Manager
• Airline Marketing and Public Relations

Entrance Exams/Admission Procedures

Admission can be merit-based or through entrance examinations :

• BBA Programs: Often merit-based (Class 10+2 marks) . Some colleges conduct their own entrance tests.[15]
• MBA Programs: Typically involve national-level entrance exams like CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, and SNAP . Some universities have their own entrance exams, often followed by interviews and/or group discussions . Direct admission based on merit or management quota might also be possible.[36, 49]

Top Colleges in India

Numerous colleges offer Aviation Management programs :

• Amity University (Noida)
• Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (Chennai)
• Galgotias University (Uttar Pradesh)
• Parul University (Gujarat)
• Presidency University (Bengaluru)
• University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) (Dehradun)
• Jain (Deemed-to-be University) (Bengaluru)
• University of Mumbai (MU) [33, 64]
• Jamia Millia Islamia (New Delhi)
• Chandigarh University (CU)
• Lovely Professional University (Phagwara)
• The Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University (Amethi) [33]
• Malla Reddy University
• Kristu Jayanti College (Bengaluru)
• ISBR Business School (Bengaluru)
• Silver Oak University (Ahmedabad) [33]
• UPES (Delhi) [33]
• AIMS Institutes [33]
• Uttaranchal University
• HKBK College of Engineering (Bengaluru)
• Mount Carmel College Autonomous (Bengaluru)
• Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS) (Chennai)
• SR University (Warangal) [33]
• Indus University (Ahmedabad)
• Noida International University (Noida) [33]
• East Point College of Engineering And Technology (Bengaluru) [33]
• Banasthali Vidyapith (Rajasthan) [33]
• Glocal University (Saharanpur) [33]
• Bengaluru City University
• KANNUR UNIVERSITY [33]
• NIMS University (Jaipur)
• SAGE University (Indore)
• Bishop Heber College (Tiruchirappalli) [33]
• CMS College of Science & Commerce (Coimbatore)
• Arni University (Kangra) [33]
• Garden City University – City Office (Bengaluru)
• Vikram University (Ujjain) [33]
• Rathinam College Of Arts And Science (Coimbatore)
• Soban Singh Jeena University (Uttarakhand) [33]
• Periyar University (Salem) [33]
• Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University
• Ajeenkya DY Patil University (Pune)
• Krupanidhi Group of Institutions (Bengaluru) [33]
• Kolkata Presidency University
• Padur Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (Chennai & Bengaluru)
• Lovely Professional University (Jalandhar)
• The Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University (Uttar Pradesh) [33]
• Mahatma Gandhi University (Kerala)
• Savitribai Phule Pune University
• Andhra Loyola College (Vijayawada)
• Shoolini University (Solan)
• AIMS Institutes (Bengaluru) [33]
• Chitkara University (Chandigarh & Bengaluru)
• Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (Nashik)
• Karpagam College of Engineering (Coimbatore)
• RGN Aviation Academy [18]
• Orient Flight Aviation Academy [18]
• Ahmedabad Aviation & Aeronautics Ltd [18]
• Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation [18]
• Asia Pacific Flight Training Academy [18]
• Hindustan Aviation Academy [18]
• Institute Of Aviation And Aviation Safety [65]
• Remo International College [65]
• Hindustan University [65]
• AJ Aviation Academy
• Trade wings Institute of Management
• Hindustan Business School
• Institute of Logistics & Aviation Management
• Assam Don Bosco University

Common Acronyms

• BBA: Bachelor of Business Administration [34]
• MBA: Master of Business Administration [34]
• DGCA: Directorate General of Civil Aviation [34]
• AICTE: All India Council for Technical Education [34]
• IATA: International Air Transport Association [34]

Conclusion

Aviation Management offers a wide spectrum of opportunities for those interested in the operational and business aspects of the aviation industry. With various undergraduate and postgraduate programs available in India, you can gain the expertise to lead and manage in this exciting and ever-growing field.