Bachelor in Aviation Management

Aviation Management focuses on the business and operational side of the air transport industry, covering airline and airport operations, aviation economics, logistics, and regulatory frameworks that govern civil aviation. Coursework typically spans management principles, aviation law and safety regulation, airport and airline operations planning, and the economics of air travel, alongside general business subjects like finance, marketing, and human resources applied to the aviation context. Students learn how airlines and airports are organized and run, how routes and schedules are planned, and how safety and regulatory compliance shape decision-making across the industry. Graduates typically pursue careers in airline operations, airport management, ground handling, aviation consulting, logistics and cargo management, or regulatory and government aviation bodies. This bachelor's program at Özyeğin University in İstanbul, Turkey runs over 4 years and is taught in English, preparing students to work within an industry that relies heavily on English as its operating language. İstanbul is a major global aviation hub with extensive airline, airport, and logistics infrastructure, giving students exposure to a large and active aviation sector. The program blends management theory with industry-specific knowledge, aiming to equip graduates with the operational and business understanding needed for roles across the aviation value chain.