Aviation Administration

Bachelor of Science Degree

The Aviation Administration major is a specialized aviation management program accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (www.aabi.aero) through February, 2023.   The program prepares graduates for entry-level managerial positions in the Airport and Air Cargo segments of the air transportation industry, the Airline Industry, the FAA and the General Aviation Industry.

A grade of “C” or better is required in all AVN courses (including electives) for graduation from the Aviation Administration Program. Students who are unable to obtain a minimum grade of “C” after the second attempt in any AVN classes must obtain permission from the Chairperson of the department to remain in the program. This will apply for each course that needs to be retaken for the third time.

Aviation Administration (BS) Program Educational Goals:

Our goal is to:

• Produce graduates that possess the relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes to competently and ethically function as a manager in the aviation industry.
• Provide students access to a high-quality, affordable education in the field of aviation.
• Develop relationships with our extensive local and global industry partners that provide students with applied learning opportunities and experiences.
• Maintain a low student to faculty ratio for a diverse student body

The program prepares students to be marketable in the following areas: Finance and Public Relations, Accounting and Marketing, Aviation Laws and interaction between the aviation industry and government and Management of all aspects of airports.

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Admission to Farmingdale State College - State University of New York is based on the qualifications of the applicant without regard to age, sex, marital or military status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.