Master of Science Airline and Airport Corporate Management

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Duration:

12 months (Full-time/ Part- time)

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AWARDED BY:

London Metropolitan University, UK

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London Metropolitan University’s mission is to transform lives through the power of education – and it does that by welcoming students from all kinds of backgrounds and supporting them to achieve success. Each and every one of them belongs there and uniquely contributes to the university and the city around them. They are The Real London. This is The Real London.

Overview:
Based in one of the world’s most exciting capital cities, London Metropolitan University is home to an inclusive community of inspiring and determined learners, teachers and innovative thinkers.

The University’s mission is to transform lives through the power of education – and it does that by welcoming students from all kinds of backgrounds and supporting them to achieve success. Each and every one of them belongs there and uniquely contributes to the university and the city around them. They are The Real London. This is The Real London.

London Met’s campuses are based in central London and offer students the excitement of the capital at their fingertips. London is an exciting international city with something for everyone. Whatever their course, students find inspiration in London’s wealth of culture, industries, innovation and heritage.

High-quality teaching is at the heart of the experience offered to students at London Met and the university is ranked ninth in the UK for teaching quality by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, as well as 10th for student experience.

Working with partners
London Met works closely with a number of collaborative partners both in the UK and overseas to deliver courses that lead to a university award. These relationships give the University the opportunity to enhance its academic offering and provide the best possible learning experience to a wider audience.

Working with Stanfort Academy: Franchised Agreement
London Metropolitan University (London Met) authorises and approves Stanfort Academy to deliver and assess part or all of the course. This course is also taught and assessed at London Met’s main campus in London, United Kingdom. London Met holds direct responsibility for quality assurance, curriculum content, and the teaching, learning and assessment strategy.

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PROGRAMME AIM

(Awarded by London Metropolitan University, UK)

The MSc Airline and Airport Corporate Management course aims to equip students with corporate understanding of airports and airlines as they evolve in the 21st century. This also includes key areas such as sustainability, e-commerce and safety. It aims to develop critically informed, innovative and professionally capable graduates who can respond effectively to the strategic, operational and corporate challenges facing the global aviation industry.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

Demonstrate confidence, resilience, ambition and creativity and will act as inclusive, collaborative and socially responsible professionals in their discipline
Have the confidence needed to take leadership decisions in challenging, complex and unpredictable situations
Demonstrate extensive communication skills that will help them adopt a global and multicultural perspective in their professional context
Be critically cognisant of the effects of the social and environmental of their decisions and will remain active citizens of the places they live and work
Demonstrate application and ability to reflect on creative thinking to practical problems, and possess the analytical and organizational skills to translate creative ideas to operational solutions
Have extensive knowledge, understanding and critical awareness of the broad range of areas of global aviation development
Critically assess the areas of underpinning aviation strategies, regulations and corporate responsibility including, evolving safety threats and practises together with concepts of sustainability
Appraise various corporate, operational and financial strategies employed in both airlines and airports that are vital to the long-term viability of the industry
Investigate and evaluate appropriate research paradigms, philosophies and methods to propose a detailed research or consultancy proposal followed by an extensive post-graduate dissertation. Analytical skills, evaluation and synthesis in dealing with a business environment challenge

Module

CA7009SR – Strategic Aviation Management and Operations
This module introduces students to core strategic management concepts within the commercial airline and airport sectors. It explores external environmental analysis, competitive advantage, ownership structures, regulatory dynamics and strategic decision-making across different international contexts. Students will examine a range of theoretical and operational perspectives, apply academic theories to work-based management issues, and reflect on current practice to support their future leadership and management development.
CA7013SR – Sustainability in Global Companies
This module introduces students to the growing impact of sustainability on businesses and organisations, with particular relevance to airlines and airports. It examines economic, environmental and social responsibilities, government policies, international agreements and the need for organisations to operate within ecological and socio-economic limits. Students will also explore how business practices must evolve in response to sustainability challenges, with particular emphasis on sustainability reporting and reporting standards.
CA7012SR – Safety Management Systems in Aviation
This module introduces students to safety management systems within the aviation industry, including safety risk management, hazard identification, safety assurance, safety culture and emergency response procedures. The module also develops practical skills in implementing safety management systems, assessing risks, evaluating mitigation measures and analysing aviation accidents using recognised causation models.
CA7010SR – E Commerce Strategy for Aviation
This module introduces students to the role of e-commerce and digital technologies in aviation management. It examines how internet-based booking, sales and marketing platforms have transformed the relationship between airlines, airports, consumers and travel intermediaries. Students will also explore how new airline and airport business models use e-commerce strategically and how legacy carriers are adapting to changing digital sales and distribution practices.
CA7011SR – Aviation Finance and Forecasting
This module introduces students to the management of airline costs, revenues and profitability as essential components of commercial aviation management. It examines the financial challenges faced by airlines and airports, including volatile operating costs, external market shocks and negative financial exposure. Students will also explore financial planning, long-term profitability and the use of available data to forecast travel demand.
MN7000SR – Leading and Developing People
This module introduces students to the principles of managing and leading people within complex international and digitally enabled organisations. It examines the roles of managers and leaders in creating productive workplace cultures, motivating and developing employees, and building high-performance teams. Students will also reflect on their own leadership capabilities and explore how to manage workplace change effectively.
FE7P64SR – Dissertation
This module provides students with the opportunity to undertake an independent research project related to their programme of study. Students will investigate a selected topic, apply appropriate research and data analysis methods, and critically examine relevant theory, policy and practice.

TEACHER-STUDENT RATIO is 1:30

Course outcome	Master
Duration	Full-time/Part-time: 12months
Mode of delivery	Classroom-based teaching/ Blended learning
Awarding Body	London Metropolitan University, UK
Language of instruction	English

Entry requirements

Minimum Age	20 Years Old
Academic qualification	A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Aviation, Tourism, or Business-related subject area from the UK or recognised international university or equivalent international qualification;(OR) Post-Graduate Diploma in a relevant subject(OR) Professionals working within the Aviation industry but without an undergraduate degree, with a minimum of 2 years of working experience at a managerial level in a related field, supported with two letters of reference and a CV; (OR) Non-standard applicants without formal qualifications and no working experience in the Aviation industry, but have a minimum of 5 years of working experience, including 2 years at a managerial level in other industries, where applicants can demonstrate clear potential to operate at postgraduate level and benefit from the opportunity will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with any other non-standard qualifications may apply but will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be invited for interview by the London Metropolitan University. All Applicants are required to submit a Personal Statement, an up-to-date CV, and copies of awards/professional qualifications for the application.
Language proficiency requirement	Any of the following: English Language at GCE O-level at grade C or above; (OR) IELTS score of 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 (or equivalent); (OR) Pearson Test of English Academic with a minimum score of 59 in each element (only in-person Pearson Test of English (PTE) is accepted, not the online version); (OR) Cambridge Certification in Advanced English (CAE) with Grade C or above; (OR) Completed Stanfort Academy Certificate in English for Foreign Students (Advanced Level); (OR) Obtained at least 80% for Stanfort Academy English Proficiency Test

Assessment:

London Metropolitan University (London Met) authorises and approves Stanfort Academy to deliver and assess part or all of the course. This course is also taught and assessed at London Met's main campus in London, United Kingdom. London Met holds direct responsibility for quality assurance, curriculum content, and the teaching, learning and assessment strategy.

Individual Coursework, Essay, Written Examination, Case Study, Research Report, Dissertation

Marking and grades:

Each component of assessed work is assigned a percentage mark with a pass/fail threshold at 50%. Overall average mark obtained for all modules and the dissertation, with classification thresholds for each grade of award as follows:

70% and above: Distinction
60% – 69%: Merit
50% – 59%: Pass
0% – 49%: Fail

At the end of each semester, the provisional module results will be announced via student portal at Stanfort Academy website and final module results will be released by the University Evision portal.

Award Titles:

At postgraduate level degrees are awarded according to the overall average mark obtained for all modules and the dissertation, with classification thresholds for each grade of award as follows:

70% and above Masters degree with Distinction
60% - 69.99% Masters degree with Merit
50% - 59.99% Masters degree
0% - 49.99% Fail

At the end of each semester, module results and awards are confirmed by Assessment Boards (Subject Standards Boards and Awards Boards). Assessment Boards uphold the academic standards of your course and ensure that each student is treated fairly and equally through the assessment process.