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Who is the
Degree Coordinator for Aviation Management?
The Degree Coordinator for Aviation Management is Dr. Gerald Fairbairn. His phone number is 603-577-6456; his e-mail is
fairbairn@dwc.edu.
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What types
of jobs are available for me after I graduate with an aviation
management degree?
With an aviation management degree quite a few jobs are available to you. You can become an airline manager, usually starting out as a lead, then working your way up to the management department within a few years. You have the capability and knowledge required to start your own commuter operation, FBO, or even aircraft sales. There are also a wide variety of jobs within the FAA available to you and within air traffic control departments.
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What types
of courses will I be taking in DWC's aviation management program?
The DWC courses you will be taking are outlined in DWC's catalog. They consist of business courses, aviation management courses, airport management courses, aircraft sales, and humanities, plus financial accounting and marketing.
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Can I take
any flight operation courses while enrolled in DWC's aviation
management program?
You are eligible to take elective courses for credits, in which you may take flight operation courses. However, DWC's flight program is often at capacity with flight operation student majors, so it may typically be difficult for aviation management students to enroll in flight labs.
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What are
the starting salaries for aviation management majors?
Starting salaries vary for DWC aviation management students after graduation. A rough estimate would be around $25,000 with the potential to earn an average of $130,000-$150,000, depending on the kind of job and location.
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Are there
internships available for aviation management students?
Internships are readily available for DWC students. Typical internships include Angel Flight, FAA, Hoyle Tanner & Associates, Gale Associates, and Pease International Authority.
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How much
does it cost to enroll into the DWC aviation management program? Are
there any extra lab costs?
All aviation management courses are included in the standard tuition cost at DWC. There are no extra lab costs even though we have field trips to provide students with first hand experience. These include trips to Logan International Airport, Washington DC, the FAA center, and other facilities.
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Are the
professors at DWC experienced in the aviation industry?
DWC professors are all trained with current information involving the aviation industry. All of our professors have recently worked or have been involved in the aviation industry.
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What makes
the aviation management program at DWC better than taking any other
business course at another college?
DWC's aviation management program gives you hands-on knowledge as to what to expect in the aviation industry, whereas other colleges typically give you required business and management skills, but not the aviation background. DWC requires a series of business courses along with management courses that will enable you to become a manager not only in aviation, but also in virtually any other industry.
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Why do some
students switch their major to aviation management after being in
the flight program?
Some DWC students switch their majors to Aviation Management because of the cost of the flight program. DWC's flight program is very challenging and dedication is required for success in the program. DWC's aviation management degree is an excellent alternative.
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