Minor Aviation Management
The Aviation Management minor will take you on a journey through the exciting business of aviation: the way it was, is, and will be in the future. You will gain the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to make a real change in the world of aviation.
Why choose this minor?
- You will learn everything about airlines, the aircraft market, societal responsibilities, and safety
- You will learn how to quickly seize opportunities and/or come up with creative solutions
- You will get truly acquainted with the way of working in the aviation industry
- After completion, you will feel confident about your very first job in the professional field!
About this minor
During this minor, you will be introduced into the basics of the airline industry and its stakeholders. You will learn about airlines, business models, the aircraft market, societal responsibilities, and safety. How do airlines position themselves and how do they make money?
You will also get acquainted with the financial side of the industry. Here you can think of topics such as revenue (management) operating costs, capital costs, cost components (fuel, insurance, etc.) and overhead costs.
Furthermore, we will look at network development & distribution. And last but not least, how is the industry transforming and what are the main challenges in doing so?
This minor focuses on real-life examples and industry commissioners. We have a wide range of guest lecturers and aim to connect you with industry professionals, giving you a genuine insight into working in the aviation industry.
More information:
- Language of instruction
English.
- Admission requirements
Admission requirements for BUas students:
- 1-minute video presentation demonstrating your motivation. Deadline = 28 April 2026 (Fall) & 2 October 2026 (Spring). Please, send the video to Arian van der Werff, [email protected]
- Propaedeutic certificate obtained
Admission requirements for external students:
- 1-minute video presentation demonstrating your motivation. Deadline = 28 April 2026 (Fall) & 2 October 2026 (Spring). Please, send the video to Arian van der Werff, [email protected]
- Propaedeutic certificate obtained
- Learning outcomes & competencies
- Knowledge and understanding of the aviation business
- Skills in sustainability
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of aviation finance issues
- Topics and structure of the minor
The overall goal of this minor is to learn how the aviation industry works, understand its future needs, and advise stakeholders accordingly. This encompasses:
Introduction to the aviation market
- History of aviation
- Players in the market, the primary characteristics of this market and its developments and forecasts
- Legislative structures, regulations, treaties and passenger rights
- Aviation organizations: IATA, ICAO, AEA, RAA, ERAA, ELFAA, Eurocontrol
Aircraft characteristics
- Aircraft types and their characteristics
Cost structures of aircraft operations
- Definitions of different types of costs
- Ground rules for aircraft cost comparisons
- Costs of aircraft leasing versus aircraft ownership
- Detailed cost components such as fuel, crew, maintenance, etc.
Networks and links
- Hub and spoke versus point-to-point operations
- Rise and success of low-cost airlines
- Feeder and long-haul networks
Market developments
- Operating restrictions and the role of governments
- Distribution
- Teaching & assessment
The teaching methods vary from module to module. We offer guest lectures, workshops, feedback sessions and reading materials. Field trips are also involved.
The assessment consists of three parts: a presentation, an essay and a project report. The first two are individual assignments and the last one is a group assignment. During the workshops, you will work both in groups and individually.
The number of contact hours per week will increase from 5 at the start to 8 towards the end. Additional hours are required for group work and self-study.
- Required study material
A range of supporting materials such as websites, online videos and PowerPoint slides are made available in MS Teams and on Brightspace.
- Additional costs
The maximum amount is 200 euros for a combination of field trips and events.
- Minor coordinator
Arian van der Werff: [email protected]
After this minor
Upon completion of this minor, you will possess an above-average knowledge of the sector, which is an interesting skill to have from an employer perspective. Jobs such as a sales representative for an airline company or an engagement specialist for an airport management company such as the Royal Schiphol Group could come within reach.
Practical information
When
Monday 31 August 2026 – Friday 31 January 2027
Where
All classes and meetings will take place on the BUas campus in Breda.
Teaching method
We offer a variety of (guest) lectures, workshops, feedback sessions and reading materials. There will also be a few field trips involved.
How to apply?
You can choose this minor if you study at BUas, but students from other higher education institutes are also warmly invited to join. This makes for a diverse and inspiring classroom!
- How to apply: BUas students
Would you like to take a minor at BUas? If so, please register via Osiris. You can indicate two preferences. The application period for the 2027–2028 academic year can be found on the Minor Desk page on the BUas Portal. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If a minor has a selection procedure, this will be stated in the entry requirements on this page.
A minor outside BUas
Would you like to take a minor at another university of applied sciences or research university? If so, the application procedure will change with the launch of eduXchange. You’ll be able to find out exactly how it works on the Minor Desk page on the BUas Portal as soon as possible. Any questions? Just send an email to [email protected].
- How to apply: non-BUas students
From the 2027–2028 academic year onwards, applying for a minor at BUas will need to be done via eduXchange. This is a new platform where you can find and apply for minors offered by universities of applied sciences and research universities.
When can you apply?
You can apply from 15 February 2027 at the earliest. We will post the exact application period and the full step-by-step guide on this page as soon as they are known.Not all institutions will be using eduXchange straight away. The application process may therefore vary depending on the institution where you are studying. You will also find details of this in the step-by-step guide which we will post in due time.
Want to find out more now?
On this page, you’ll find the subject content, entry requirements and dates for the minor. For some minors, places are limited or there is a selection process. Be sure to check with your own degree programme in good time to see if you’re eligible to take the minor.
Any questions? Just send an email to [email protected].