Programme Aims and Objectives
The aims of the programme are:
- To provide students with the knowledge and skills required to deal with management problems in the aviation-related industries through exploring the inter-dependence between air-transport and logistics operations;
- To give particular emphasis to the use of analytical techniques in tackling current and future issues in the industry from an international perspective;
- To enhance students' lifelong-learning skills for personal development and contribution to the society at large.
Intended Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this programme, student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- the operation of organisations in the aviation industry, the role and practices of the various business functions within those organisations such as airlines and airports, and their external environment
- the processes, principles and practice fundamental to the operation of airports and airlines, as well as facilities that support air transport operations
- the processes, principles, and practice fundamental to the operation of airline companies, including elements of engineering practice in the industry
- established methods for the analysis and design of solutions for logistics problems and the management of Warehouse and Inventory logistics function in a variety of national and international contexts
- a range of current and emerging engineering and business issues affecting the aviation industry