Regulations for The Bachelor of Aviation Management - BAvMan

Official rules and regulations for the Bachelor of Aviation Management. These regulations are for the 2024 intake to this qualification.

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Qualification Regulations

Part I

These regulations are to be read in conjunction with all other Statutes and Regulations of the University including General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, and Graduate Certificates.

Part II

Admission

1. Admission to the Degree of Bachelor of Aviation Management requires that the candidate will meet the University admission requirements as specified.

Qualification requirements

2. Candidates for the Degree of Bachelor of Aviation Management shall follow a flexible programme of study, which shall consist of courses totalling at least 360 credits, comprising:

(a) not more than 135 credits at 100 level;

(b) at least 75 credits at 300 level;

and including:

(c) at least 270 credits from the Schedule to the Degree, including at least 60 credits at 300 level;

(d) all compulsory courses in the Schedule to the Degree;

(e) up to 90 credits from the schedules of other undergraduate degrees.

(f) attending field trips, studios, workshops, tutorials and laboratories as required.

Specialisations

3. The Degree of Bachelor of Aviation Management is awarded without specialisation.

Completion requirements

4. Any timeframes for completion as outlined in the General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates will apply.

5. Candidates may be graduated when they meet the Admission, Qualification and Academic requirements within the prescribed timeframes; candidates who do not meet the requirements for graduation may, subject to the approval of Academic Board, be awarded an appropriate qualification should they meet the relevant Qualification requirements.

Unsatisfactory academic progress

6. The general Unsatisfactory Academic Progress regulations will apply.

Schedule for the Bachelor of Aviation Management

Course planning key

Prerequisites
Courses that need to be completed before moving onto a course at the next level. For example, a lot of 200-level courses have 100-level prerequisite courses.
Corequisites
Courses that must be completed at the same time as another course are known as corequisite courses.
Restrictions
Some courses are restricted against each other because their content is similar. This means you can only choose one of the offered courses to study and credit to your qualification.
Key terms for course planning
Courses
Each qualification has its own specific set of courses. Some universities call these papers. You enrol in courses after you get accepted into Massey.
Course code
Each course is numbered using 6 digits. The fourth number shows the level of the course. For example, in course 219206, the fourth number is a 2, so it is a 200-level course (usually studied in the second year of full-time study).
Credits
Each course is worth a number of credits. You combine courses (credits) to meet the total number of credits needed for your qualification.
Specialisations
Some qualifications let you choose what subject you'd like to specialise in. Your major or endorsement is what you will take the majority of your courses in.

Schedule A: Compulsory courses (Choose 150 credits from)

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Course code: 190109 Aviation Studies 15 credits

An introduction to the interaction of components in the aviation system, including human resources, aircraft, airports and airways systems.

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Course code: 190115 Introduction to Aeronautics 15 credits

An introduction to the non-practical components of airline and commercial pilots’ aeronautical knowledge. Emphasis is placed on general aircraft technical knowledge, principles of flight, aeronautical meteorology, flight procedures and aviation law.

Restrictions: 190110 or 190112 or CPL (A or H)

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Course code: 190116 Introduction to Management in Aviation 15 credits

An overview of management concepts in the aviation industry.

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Course code: 190117 Introduction to Human Factors 15 credits

The application of information processing strategies for improving performance in learning, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal interrelations, coping in situational anxiety and mental rehearsal.

Restrictions: 190107

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Course code: 190216 Aviation Human Factors 15 credits

The course provides an overview of the basic concepts of human factors in aviation, human performance, and issues relating to judgement and decision-making in this high risk environment. Communication and other aspects of social psychology in various aviation environment are also explored.

Prerequisites: 190107 or 190117 Restrictions: 190205

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Course code: 190220 Managing Airline Systems 15 credits

An examination of the management of airline organisations.

Prerequisites: 190116

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Course code: 190224 Environmental Impacts of Aviation 15 credits

Advanced study of the environment of aviation, the impacts of aviation on the environment and the methods for reducing the impacts.

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Course code: 190225 Introduction to Research Methods in Aviation 15 credits

An introduction to the theories and methods of research in the aviation industry. A range of both quantitative and qualitative methodologies is explored, and various techniques for aviation research are examined.

Prerequisites: Any 1901xx course

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Course code: 190327 Managing Cultures in Aviation 15 credits

A critical evaluation of theory and practice of management of cultures in aviation, incorporating: (a) an exploration of theoretical and practical aspects of cultural diversity and its effect on aviation industry in the global business environment; and (b) an assessment and management of international, national, and organisational cultural dimensions and their shaping influence in various aspects of aviation operation.

Prerequisites: 190205 or 190216

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Course code: 190340 Contemporary Issues in Aviation Security 15 credits

This course explores aviation security with a particular emphasis on terrorism. Students explore key incidents, areas at risk, and the legislation and practical means by which risks are managed. The trade off between an erosion of civil liberties and increased security will be explored, as will the reasons why risks will always remain.

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Schedule B: Aviation Management courses (Choose 120 credits from)

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Course code: 190210 Aviation Safety Management 15 credits

To provide a comprehensive understanding of safety management in civil flight operations environments, particularly relating to international standards and recommended practices prescribed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for the design and implementation of safety management systems in aviation.

Prerequisites: Any 1901xx course

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Course code: 190211 Aviation Strategic Management 15 credits

An examination of the strategic management processes employed in the aviation industry, and how the business environment shapes strategy formulation and implementation in the aviation industry.

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Course code: 190222 Basic Air Safety Investigation 15 credits

The aim of this course is to give students an insight to aircraft accident investigation. The course will also benefit those who need to understand the investigation process, such as managers of airlines and regulatory authorities. The course covers the basic requirements and procedures involved in air safety investigation.

Prerequisites: 190115 or 190110 or 190112 or CPL (A or H)

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Course code: 190240 Air Power 15 credits

This course examines military air power, its characteristics, history and development, including selected air campaigns and use of Remote Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS).

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Course code: 190249 Aircraft Maintenance Management 30 credits

An examination of knowledge appropriate to the management of an aircraft maintenance organisation.

Prerequisites: 190220 or 190244 or AMEL

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Course code: 190299 Aviation Special Topic 15 credits

Prerequisites: Appraisal Required Restrictions: 190291 and 190292

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Course code: 190306 Airline Strategic Management 15 credits

A review of the current state of strategic management in the airline industry. The approach is both multidisciplinary in focus and international in scope. Attention will be focused on the Asia-Pacific region, as the potential location of the world's largest aviation market.

Prerequisites: 190211

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Course code: 190307 Airport Planning 15 credits

A study of demographic, environmental and economic considerations which apply to the design and evaluation of airport facilities.

Prerequisites: At least 45 credits at 200-level from 190-prefix series

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Course code: 190308 Airport Operational Management 15 credits

An examination of the management of airport systems, such as air-side and land-side facilities, technical and support services which contribute to the operational effectiveness of modern airports. The course will further examine the relationship between airport authorities and the local community.

Prerequisites: Any 1902xx course

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Course code: 190309 Design of Airways and Air Traffic Systems 15 credits

An examination of air traffic and air navigational systems and the principles which apply to their operational infrastructure, including the development of visual and instrument flight procedures.

Prerequisites: Any 1902xx course

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Course code: 190313 Advanced Aviation Human Factors 15 credits

This course explores the role of human behaviour and physiological limitations in aviation, how they fit with complex systems, and how behaviour and systems may be modified to improve safety.

Prerequisites: 190205 or 190216

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Course code: 190314 Legal Issues in Aviation 15 credits

General principles of law as applied in the context of the airline transport industry. The course will focus on the application of law to flight crew, airline operations and civil aviation authorities in terms of both international conventions and treaties and of national legislation and law. Issues such as contractual and tortious liability will be considered.

Prerequisites: Any 1902xx course

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Course code: 190318 Air Transport Economics 15 credits

This course covers economic aspects of air transport and airline operations and provides insights into the methods employed to manage and evaluate the economic viability of these operations.

Prerequisites: 190220

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Course code: 190328 Aviation Management Practicum 15 credits

Provides a practical experience in an aviation organisation, linking theory to practice.

Prerequisites: At least 75 credits at 200-level from 190 prefix courses and Appraisal Required Corequisites: 190398

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Course code: 190398 Aviation Internship Project 15 credits

Prerequisites: Appraisal Required Corequisites: 190328 Restrictions: 190399

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Course code: 190399 Aviation Special Topic 15 credits

Prerequisites: Appraisal Required Restrictions: 190398

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