News Masters in Aviation Leadership Launched in DCU Business School

News Masters in Aviation Leadership Launched in DCU Business School

In response to the findings of the ICAO Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Task Force, DCU, Ireland’s University of Enterprise,has committed to developing and delivering a suite of Master’s Degree (Level 9) offerings in the aviation domain. These programmes will be designed to meet the growing needs of the aviation industry and developed in such a way as to allow for flexible student transition, including the development of a series of defined entry and exit points, along the educational pathway, to suit the needs of the busy aviation professional.

This self-paced learning across the suite of programmes will ultimately be complimented by flexibility in terms of location, consumption and pathway selection. Programme development will involve the incorporation of blended learning, where appropriate, in unison with a real life airport experience tailored to the skills level required.

Aims and Objectives:

• Demonstrate and understanding of the management complexity required to operate the various compnents of Airport Operations
• Identify the important leadership and management competencies required to plan and execute future aviation industry strategies
• Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics, requirements and legal responsibilties of aviation organisations
• Identify the concepts and skills necessary for conducting business analysis and strategic thinking
• Develop the ability to lead and initiate professional and/or research activity independently or as part of an aviation management team; the ability to take a leading role in the future development of the aviation industry

Programme Structure:

The MSc in Management (Aviation Leadership) is the first programme to be offered as part of DCU’s Level 9, Master’s Degree offering in Aviation. Commencing in September 2015, this will be a two year part-time executive masters with elements of the programme delivered both in Dublin Airport, in its capacity as a live laboratory, and in Castlemoate House, daa International’s academy facility, adjacent to Dublin Airport.

Indicative Programme Outline:*

Year 1 (Aviation Core):

• Aviation Leadership (10 credits)
• Aviation Governance (10 credits)
• Aerodrome Operations Management (10 credits)

Year 2 (Business Core):

• Leadership and Change (10 credits)
• Delivering Performance Excellence [Operational, People and Financial Performance] (10 credits)
• Strategy, Organization and Innovation (10 credits)

Year 2 + Summer:

• Research Methods
• Aviation Practicum [Industrial based research project] (30 credits)

Students who wish to only complete Year 1 of the programme may, on successful completion of Year 1, opt for an exit pathway leading to the award of a Postgraduate Certificate in Management (Aviation Leadership).

*Subject to final DCU academic approval

Why DCU?

• DCU is Ireland’s University of Enterprise, which influences and drives our industry engagement strategy and programme design
• DCU has built a strong reputation within the aviation industry since launching the innovative BSc in Aviation Management (with Pilot Studies) in 2009, which has grown in stature and influence both in the Irish aviation landscape and internationally
• Learn from academic experts with high level industry relevant experience ensuring you graduate with the most up-to-date knowledge to theory and practice
• Exposure to leading international experts and thought leaders during the programme
• Working on a range of projects, applying theory and giving you the practical skills and experience demanded by employers today
• Staff and participants bring considerable professional expertise to the programme, thus allowing for interesting class discussion and peer learning

Enquires

For more information, please contact pj.byrne@dcu.ie