Bachelor of Science in Aviation - Aviation Management

This concentration trains students for careers as air traffic controllers or in other aviation management fields, going well beyond the basic curriculum that the FAA has prescribed for AT-CTI schools. This concentration also includes a general business minor upon graduation.Aviation Program GoalAll graduates of the program in aviation will have developed a depth of understanding of the Aviation industry and been afforded the opportunity to prepare for an aviation-related professional career following graduation. Air Traffic Management Educational GoalGraduates will be knowledgeable in all of the FAA air traffic basic learning objectivesFoster ethical and responsible behavior within government, industry, and societyProvide exposure to practical application in all options of air traffic controlInstill an appreciation for diversity and teamwork in the aviation workplaceStimulate the appreciation and importance of lifelong learningThe FAA plans to hire between 800 and 1,100 new Air Traffic Controllers per year for at least the next ten years (FAA Controller Workforce Plan, 2021), and graduates from FAA Approved AT-CTI colleges and universities receive preference in the hiring process. OU’s Air Traffic Management program is a well-rounded Aviation Management degree that teaches all options of Air Traffic Control in the classroom and dynamic simulation.Only students accepted into the Aviation Management – Flying Concentration or Professional Pilot Concentration AND get a flying spot will be able to fly. Unfortunately, students in other non-flying aviation or aerospace programs will not be able to fly.

Grades (marks), “class” or “division” obtained should be equivalent to a “B” average or a 3.0 grade point average on the U.S. unweighted 4.0 scale. Applicants must be 17 years of age prior to the first day of classes. The applicant’s high school class of his or her peers must have graduated as well.Applicants must submit official transcripts from each institution attended.All applicants for whom English is a second language must present evidence of English language proficiency.All international applicants must demonstrate adequate financial resources.Have graduated from secondary school and never attended a post-secondary institutionMinimum 3.0 GPA.