Aviation and Tourism has been a growth market for the last decades. There haven’t been any major declines. However, recent socio-political, environmental and economic events have extensively impacted on the aviation and tourism industry. Today, the industry is confronted with big questions such as the consequences of climate change, over-tourism as well as the negative effects of globalization, leading to disruption, uncertainty and increasing competitive pressure.
Why us – why here?
With our MBA Aviation and Tourism Management, we draw on more than ten years experience in delivering education to future executives. The new developed curriculum provides you with the skills you need to meet current and future challenges in the industry. With our new modules you will be empowered to initiate change, rethink processes holistically, and develop innovative and sustainable solutions for the future aviation and tourism industry. Our MBA program will equip you with the relevant skills in digitalization, strategic business development, sustainability and innovation management to actively shape the industry’s transformation process. In particular, drawing on Tourism and Aviation knowledge we prepare you to understand the connectivity of both industries regarding customer centricity, sustainability, mobility and destination management. Furthermore, the part-time MBA program will also qualify you in general management as well as in leadership competencies.
The most important in brief
Program | MBA Aviation and Tourism Management |
Degree | Master of Business Administraion (MBA) |
Duration | 4 Semesters (24 Months) |
Type of Program | Part Time |
Credit Points | 90 Credit Points |
Lecture Language | English |
Application Requirements | Yes |
Accredition | ZEvA 2016 – 2023, new accreditation is in progress and will be granted for 2024 – 2031 |
Program Begin | Every year in September (Winter Semester) |
Application Deadline for Summer Semester | — |
Application Deadline for Winter Semester | 15.07. für for applicants with a degree |
15.02. for applicants with the qualified Examination |
Program Description
The MBA program “Aviation and Tourism Management” is a further education, application-oriented Master Degree Program aimed at a target group with professional experience, in particular from the Aviation and Tourism sectors, in addition to areas of general management including strategy, innovation, transformation, leadership and communication. Graduates have complex and in-depth knowledge in these fields, which are taught based on the results of current research. The program is designed to enhance the academic skills of graduates and to permanently apply acquired learning methods in such a way that they can follow the technological and academic progress or even continue their studies to obtain a doctorate. They will be the pioneers in the implementation and application of new methods and technologies.
The program is unique in the sense that one does not necessarily need an academic degree to be eligible, but may also get in with the right work experience and qualifications. It is one of the few English language programs that the university offers.
Career Opportunities
After completing this MBA you will work as a consultant or expert within aviation and/or tourism industry. You will advise companies in change processes or general management issues, bring in strategic knowledge and problem-solving skills. You will also be qualified to take on leadership or management positions with tasks in the areas of corporate strategy and sustainable business development. With a unique blend of creative thinking, business acumen and an innovative approach, you have the ability to transform business ideas and products into a marketable offering.
Program Duration
The part-time study course is divided into four semesters (24 months). Teaching takes place in two 11-day blocks per semester at the House of Logistics and Mobility (HOLM), a campus of the University of Applied Sciences close to the Frankfurt International Airport. Three modules are held at the partner universities abroad.
Program Benefits
- Enjoy studying at one of the world's largest aviation hub and benefit from our customized MBA part-time program, designed together with well-known industry leaders like DFS, Fraport and MUC Airport.
- Expand your network, learn from peers, listen & talk to top executives at fireside chats and get stimulated by program partners like the University of Huddersfield and the University of the Aegean. You will also receive a globally recognized IATA Training Certificate.
- Complement your academic training with seminars developing your rhetoric skills as well as your personality and enjoy networking with the industry's renowned lobbyists.
- Enhance your knowledge & skills in general corporate management such as strategies, business development, transformational leadership while focusing on the particular requirements of the aviation and tourism industry.
The combination of the practical experience with the acquired theoretical knowledge prepares you for management positions in general management. Additionally you will approve your knowledge in the areas of marketing & sales, operation management, logistics, consulting, finance and controlling in the aviation and tourism industry.
The part-time study course is divided into four semesters (24 months). Teaching takes place in two 11-day blocks per semester at the House of Logistics and Mobility (HOLM), a campus of the University of Applied Sciences close to the Frankfurt International Airport. Three modules are held at the partner universities abroad.