Master of Science in Aviation

About

Saint Louis University's Master of Science in Aviation is a fully online, rigorous program that prepares graduates for leadership roles within the aviation industry. The master’s degree provides technical depth and specialization that can lead to expanded career opportunities and responsibilities for graduates, as well as preparation for doctoral (Av.D. and Ph.D.) studies. SLU's master's program in aviation consists of 30 credits of graduate-level work: a common core taught in a completely online format and a graduate-level internship experience. Each M.S. student prepares a program of study that must be approved by their faculty advisor, the department chair and the associate dean for graduate education and research for the School of Science and Engineering. Graduates will be able to assess relevant literature or scholarly contributions in the field(s) of study. Graduates will be able to apply the major practices, theories or research methodologies in the field(s) of study. Graduates will be able to apply knowledge from the field(s) of study to address problems in broader contexts. Graduates will be able to articulate arguments or explanations to both a disciplinary or professional audience and to a general audience, in both oral and written forms. Graduates will be able to evidence of scholarly and/or professional integrity in the field of study. Exceptional aeronautics undergraduate students who are committed to continuing their education through a master’s program can reduce the time it takes to complete their bachelor’s and master’s degrees. SLU aeronautics undergraduates may apply for admission to the Master of Science in Aviation program and, if admitted, may be able to apply up to six credit hours of graduate coursework from their senior/fourth year toward the 30 hours required for the Master of Science in Aviation.  

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Aviation Safety Specialist, Aviation Operations Manager, Airline Manager, Airport Operations Director, Air Traffic Management Specialist, Aviation Policy Analyst, Flight Operations Manager, Aviation Consultant, Aviation Security Specialist, Aviation Systems Analyst, Aviation Logistics Manager, Aviation Maintenance Manager, Aviation Quality Assurance Specialist, Aviation Human Factors Specialist, Aviation Training & Development Manager, Aerospace Program Manager, Aviation Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Aviation Research Scientist, Aviation Technology Integration Specialist, Aviation Risk Management Specialist, Aviation Sustainability Specialist, Aviation Data Analyst, Aviation Innovation & Emerging Technology Specialist, Global Aviation Development Specialist, Aviation Business Development Manager, Aviation Cybersecurity Specialist, Aviation Insurance & Risk Analyst.