The Aviation Management
concentration in MTSU's Department of Aerospace is a management and
operations-oriented degree program designed in cooperation with industry
representatives. The study focuses on airport activities and organizational
structures, aviation contracts and leases, and aviation systems management.
MTSU's Master of Science in Aeronautical Science degree is one of the few
aviation graduate programs in the nation which has been accredited by the
Aviation Accreditation Board International. The Aviation Management
concentration requires completion of a minimum of 36 semester hours (12
classes). Candidates can select between the thesis or non-thesis (Capstone
Project) option.
Career Path
The graduate curriculum at Middle
Tennessee State University offers an individually tailored program to meet
specific student career goals. Master’s level candidates are prepared for
direct entry into the air transportation industry in a variety of specialties.
Depending on the coursework chosen and the research thesis topic, graduating
candidates may become involved with airport planning and design, environmental
policy, safety and security, general aviation, domestic or international
scheduled air transportation, or aviation training and education.
Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
