Programme Overview

Qualification
Bachelor of Business in Aviation Management
Provider
Singapore Institute of Technology
Duration
2 years 8 months
Total credits
180
Application period
8 January to 19 March 2025
Next intake
Campus location
SIT Punggol Campus

The Bachelor of Business in Aviation Management is a three-year, direct honours degree programme and is the first and only Air Transport Management degree programme offered by an autonomous university in Singapore. The curriculum is developed in close partnership with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and other key members of the aviation industry.

With the development of Changi Airport Terminal 5, the aviation sector is expected to grow significantly. Manpower needs are projected to increase until 2035. Students will be trained to become skilled aviation professionals of airports, airlines, ground handling companies, aviation consultancy firms, aviation regulators, aviation-related business units, freight forwarders and technology firms.

This degree programme will cover operations, management and business aspects of the air transport industry and aims to strengthen the pipeline of skilled aviation professionals to meet the future manpower demands of the expanding aviation industry.

Curriculum Highlights
  • Comprehensive modules in business and aviation management
  • Reputable industry professionals at classroom sharing sessions
  • Overseas Immersion Programmes to reputable regional and international Universities
  • Student-exchange options to reputable regional and international Universities
  • Eight-month Integrated Work Study Programme (local or overseas)
Career Opportunities

Graduates can look forward to careers with Airports, Airlines, Aviation Consultancy Firms, Aviation Regulators, Aviation-related Business Units, Freight Forwarders, Ground Handling Agencies, and Technology Firms

 

Integrated Work Study Programme

Integrated Work Study Programme provides students with the opportunity to undertake real work. Held over the span of eight months, it is designed to be more in-depth than a traditional internship. You will gain real work experience and apply the theories you learn in class with actual practice.

Career Options

Graduates can look forward to careers in:

  • Airports 
  • Airlines
  • Aviation Consultancy Firms 
  • Aviation Regulators
  • Aviation-related Business Units 
  • Freight Forwarders
  • Ground Handling Agencies 
  • Technology Firms

Programme Structure (AY2025/26)*

  1. Common Modules
    (45 Credits)
  2. Core Modules
    (102 Credits)
  3. University Modules
    (15 Credits)
  4. Unrestricted Electives
    (18 Credits)
Module Title Credits
Business Accounting 6
Business Economics 6
Business Strategies and Entrepreneurship 6
Corporate ESG and Business Ethics 6
Data-Driven Business Analysis 6
Applied Data Analytics 3
Business Marketing Functional 6
Integrative Business Management 6

* The programme structure is subject to change without prior notice. SIT regularly reviews its curriculum to ensure that it remains industry-relevant and prepares our students for the evolving needs of industry.

Eligibility and Exemption

Diploma holders from any of the five local polytechnics, A level / NUS High School Diploma / IB Diploma graduates, and holders of equivalent Year 12 qualifications are welcome to apply.

Selection shall be solely within the discretion of the University and will depend upon the number of places available in the programme. 

Fees and Finances

Subsidised fees per credit
$154.00
Total credit
180
Tuition fees: $27,720.00 for SG Citizens / $109,204.00 Non-subsidised fees.
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Subsidised fees per credit
$295.00
Total credit
180
Tuition fees: $53,100.00 for Permanent Resident / $109,204.00 Non-subsidised fees.
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Subsidised fees per credit
$401.25
Total credit
180
Tuition fees: $72,225.00 for International Student / $109,204.00 Non-subsidised fees.
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Learn more about
  1. Tuition Grant Scheme
  2. Incidental Fees
  3. Financial Aid
  4. Miscellaneous Fees
  5. Payment

Industry Advisory Committee

The members of the Industry Advisory Committee for this programme are:

Mr Mak Swee Wah (Chairperson) 
Mr Vincent Chan
Senior Vice President of Passenger Services
SATS Ltd
Ms Goh Hwai Kar
Senior Vice President of People Services and Rewards
Changi Airport Group
Ms Angela Ng
Director (Aviation Industry)
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
Ms Vanessa Ng Wee Leng
Senior Vice President, Human Resources
Singapore Airlines Limited
Mr Foo Kean Suh
Executive Vice President Operations and Chief Sustainability Officer
SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC)