Overview

The Bachelor of Aviation Management from Massey University is a dedicated aviation qualification which will introduce you various aspects of the exciting aviation industry. If you have a passion for aviation, you enjoy working with other people, you are interested in working towards a management role in a global business, then this degree is for you.

You will gain an understanding of the human factors in aviation, airline strategic management and airport operational management.

This degree is suitable if you are wanting to enter the aviation industry. If you already work in the industry, the qualification also provides a route to enhance your skills and knowledge to add further value to your career portfolio.

Turn your passion into a career

Massey University is the only place in New Zealand where you can turn your passion for aviation into a university qualification, while gaining a broad knowledge of the global aviation industry Classes are based at Massey’s internationally-recognised flight training facility where Bachelor of Aviation Management students mingle with Bachelor of Aviation students .

Massey’s BAvMan graduates can be found in all of New Zealand’s major airports, as well as in the aviation support sector, in aviation regulatory bodies and working in airlines around the world.

Career

Careers in the aviation industry are highly-competitive. The unique composition of our aviation management degree will give you a point of difference – an in-depth understanding of the aviation industry. You will emerge with an internationally recognised qualification that gives you the skills that employers seek.

A Bachelor of Aviation Management will give you career opportunities in aviation-related industries. Potential employers include:

SITA – the world’s leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology
AirBiz – an international aviation consultancy
Swissport- a Fixed Base Operator specialising in ground services and cargo handling
Tasman Cargo – provider of airfreight,cargo, and charter services between Nz,Australia and the South West Pacific.
Menzies Aviation – a logistics specialist serving the airline industry
Airways New Zealand
MPI- Biosecurity
Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand
Airlines and airports

Careers include:

airfield officer
terminal duty manager
retail and terminal operations management
compliance
air accident investigation
customer service
sales and marketing.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Aviation Studies

Aviation Human Factors

Managing Airline Systems

Environmental Impacts of Aviation

Managing Cultures in Aviation
Contemporary Issues in Aviation Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-07-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

120 credits/year

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Transport Management Aviation Studies View 3 other Bachelors in Transport Management in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

For most undergraduate level programmes, the minimum academic entry requirement is successful completion of a qualification equivalent to the New Zealand Year 13 - NCEA Level 3 University Entrance.

International students who have previously studied at a New Zealand secondary school should refer to the secondary school requirements section.

International students who have completed 3 x B at level 5 or 6 passes in the New Zealand Diploma of Business may apply for entry into a Bachelor's programme

Tuition Fee

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International

33880 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33880 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

7178 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7178 NZD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Palmerston North

1100 - 2100 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Aviation Management.

Available Scholarships

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