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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Aviation Management

Specialized learning program within the Management program

STUDY ORGANIZATION: FULL-TIME
DURATION OF STUDIES: 6 Semesters
ADMISSION: 20.04.2026 – 31.07.2026
SCORED SUBJECTS:

Required: Polish language, Mathematics, Foreign language
Additional points awarded: Geography

Tuition fee per month

(PAYABLE OVER 5 MONTHS PER SEMESTER)

1260 PLN

FULL-TIME

Classes are held from Monday to Friday

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KEY ADVANTAGES OF THE PROGRAM

Why is it worth studying AVIATION MANAGEMENT at UITM?

Study Aviation Management in the heart of Aviation Valley

Study Aviation Management in the heart of Aviation Valley

Choosing Aviation Management at UITM means studying in one of the most important aviation ecosystems in Central Europe. Thanks to the university’s close cooperation with Aviation Valley, you gain access to industry partners, aviation events, internship opportunities, and experts who actively shape the future of the sector. You learn where aviation business, technology, and management meet in practice.

Master the global language of aviation

Master the global language of aviation

The entire program is delivered in English; the language used every day by airlines, airports, manufacturers, and aviation organizations worldwide. You develop professional communication skills, industry-specific vocabulary, and the confidence to operate in an international environment. By graduation, using aviation English becomes natural rather than something you need to learn later.

Learn from people who shape the aviation industry

Learn from people who shape the aviation industry

Your lecturers are not only academics. Classes are taught by airport managers, airline specialists, aviation consultants, and industry leaders with years of international experience. Instead of discussing aviation only from textbooks, you learn how decisions are made in airports, airlines, and aviation organizations operating in a rapidly changing global market.

Gain real aviation experience before graduation

Gain real aviation experience before graduation

Internships are an integral part of the program and often become the first step toward a professional career. You can gain experience at airports, aviation companies, and organizations connected with the aviation sector. At the same time, you build a network of professional contacts, understand how the industry operates from the inside, and strengthen your position on the job market before earning your degree.

Develop skills employers actually look for

Develop skills employers actually look for

The program combines aviation knowledge with analytical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. You work on projects, case studies, and practical challenges inspired by the aviation industry. As a result, you graduate with competencies that are valuable not only in airlines and airports, but also in international business and transport organizations.

Build an international career without leaving Poland

Build an international career without leaving Poland

Aviation is a global industry, and this program prepares you to work in that environment from day one. Graduates find employment in airlines, airports, aviation consulting companies, air transport organizations, and aviation-related businesses. The combination of industry knowledge, English-language education, and practical experience creates a strong foundation for an international career.

Learn through simulations, projects and decision-making games

Learn through simulations, projects and decision-making games

Modern aviation management requires quick thinking and informed decision-making. That is why selected courses use project-based learning, simulations, mentoring, and decision-making games, including activities related to airline network management. Instead of memorizing theory, you learn how to analyze data, solve operational problems, and make decisions similar to those taken by aviation managers. As part of the Safety Management course, you can prepare for the SMS certification exam. The certification confirms your competence in risk and safety management – skills highly valued across the aviation industry and other safety-critical sectors.

CURRICULUM PROGRAM

Check what you will learn

Aviation Management at UITM is a practice-oriented educational path that combines business, management, and aviation industry expertise. You learn through real-world case studies, industry projects, and hands-on challenges, while theoretical knowledge is always linked to practical application. The curriculum reflects the dynamic growth of the global aviation sector and equips you with competencies needed to manage operations, teams, and processes in an international aviation environment.

The curriculum is developed in cooperation with airlines, airports, and aviation industry experts, ensuring that you gain skills valued by employers worldwide. During your studies, you work with industry-based scenarios, management tools, and operational processes used across the aviation sector. This gives you a strong foundation for building a career in airlines, airports, aviation services, and global transport organizations from the very beginning.

 

76%

of the study program consists of PRACTICAL courses

24%

 of classes in the study program are THEROETHICAL

Aviation marketing

Students will acquire knowledge about the determinants of marketing strategy as a philosophy of business operation in the air transport market.

Air cargo management

Students will also be able to formulate strategies for air transport operators in various areas and at various organizational levels.

Ground handling

Students will be able to explain the legal principles governing the functioning of the ground handling services market in Europe and apply legal standards and regulations in the area of ground handling management at airports.

Airport management

Students have knowledge of the infrastructure and operations of the public area of an airport and its services.

Security management

Students are familiar with the basic regulations governing the functioning of security systems in aviation organizations.

Sustainable aviation development

Students are able to explain the principles and consequences of implementing sustainable aviation standards in airlines and airports.

Airline network management

Students are able to analyze economic phenomena affecting airline network management and assess the rationality of decisions made.

Air navigation and flight operations

Students will be able to discuss how the Flight Control System works and the legal regulations behind it.

Crisis management

Students will gain knowledge about aircraft incidents, notifications, investigations, reports, as well as the key role of the human factor and communication in crisis management.

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CAREER
CAREER PROSPECTS

Check out the positions and sectors where Aviation Management graduates from UITM work!

Airline / airport Control Department employeeAirline Sales Department employeeStrategy / Market development specialist (airline, airport)Airline Network ManagerOperations Manager at airports and aircraft charter companies
Career paths after studying Aviation Management: reports, research, and analysis
 
6%

That’s how many more passengers were served by leading European airports in January 2025 compared to January 2024 – a 4.6% increase over 2019 as well.

 
33%

this is how much Boeing increased the number of aircraft delivered in May 2026 compared to the same period a year earlier.

 
6%

This is the projected employment growth for administrative facilities, and operations managers by 2033.

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PROGRAM PARTNERS

COLLABORATION
WITH THE BUSINESS

At UITM, you learn through direct collaboration with companies and institutions developing drone technologies and IT systems. Through the university’s partnerships, you take part in projects, gain experience, and become familiar with real work environments. You work with experts, develop practical skills, and build professional relationships during your studies, which will make it easier for you to enter the industry.

Association of Aviation Industry Entrepreneurs “Aviation Valley”

Aviation Valley is one of the most important aerospace industry hubs in Europe, bringing together key companies from the sector. UITM cooperates with the association under a formal agreement, giving Aviation Management students access to industry-aligned educational programs and opportunities for internships at companies within Aviation Valley. This partnership also ensures the involvement of industry experts in shaping the curriculum, allowing students to gain knowledge that reflects the latest trends in aviation.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa is one of the largest airlines in the world and a highly respected employer in the aviation industry. Through a partnership agreement, experts from Lufthansa are actively involved in developing the curriculum for the Aviation Management program at UITM. As a result, the educational content aligns with the real needs of the aviation market, and students gain knowledge that meets international standards and industry expectations.

PLL LOT

LOT Polish Airlines is the national carrier and one of the oldest airlines in the world. UITM’s collaboration with LOT includes the involvement of industry experts in developing study plans and course content, ensuring that the curriculum reflects the realities of the rapidly evolving aviation market. A testament to the quality of education is the fact that several Aviation Management graduates have been hired by LOT – a clear sign of the partnership’s success.

Warsaw Modlin Airport

Warsaw Modlin Airport is one of the key airports in Poland, specializing in passenger traffic services. Thanks to a partnership agreement, airport experts are involved in developing study plans and course content for the Aviation Management program, and students have the opportunity to complete internships directly at the airport. It is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and understand the specifics of airport operations management in real-world conditions.

EXPERT OPINION

Aviation is a dynamic industry of the future

„Global standards, practical skills, and access to industry experts are the key to success in aviation. The Aviation Management program combines theory with hands-on experience – classes are taught in English by experienced industry managers. Graduates gain strong analytical and communication skills, along with expert knowledge that opens doors to careers in the global aviation sector. Aviation Management at UITM is a solid foundation for your future in aviation – see for yourself!”

 

Robert Pater

PROF. ROBERT PATER, PHD, DSC

Students of Aviation Management at UITM in Rzeszow - Expert Opinion

Meet our selected lecturers

Find out who you will meet in the classes of the Bachelor’s in AVIATION MANAGEMENT program at UITM! 

Karina Kowalik

Karina Kowalik MSc

More than 10 years of experience in international aviation, with airlines such as Emirates, UPS, Lufthansa Cargo. She has worked in Dubai, Singapore and traveled around the world as a Flying Loadmaster, among others. Experience in passenger and cargo handling, handling, load planning and airport slot coordination. She teaches classes in air cargo management.

Versatile specialist in international aviation with many years of experience in commercial flight operations, especially in the area of ground handling and airport operational management. IATA expert and trainer in aircraft de-icing. He has worked for companies such as: Emirates, Flybe, Chapman Freeborn. Associated with Lublin Airport for almost 12 years. Currently in the capacity of Operations Department Manager. He teaches classes in Ground Handling and Aviation Marketing.

Long-time employee of UITM. Conducted more than 4000 teaching hours in English in the area of aviation management and IATA training. Currently owner of Training and Consulting Center. He teaches classes in Airline Network Management.

Head of Operations Control Center at Cargolux Airlines. He teaches classes in Air Navigation and Flight Operations.

Karina Kowalik

Karina Kowalik MSc

More than 10 years of experience in international aviation, with airlines such as Emirates, UPS, Lufthansa Cargo. She has worked in Dubai, Singapore and traveled around the world as a Flying Loadmaster, among others. Experience in passenger and cargo handling, handling, load planning and airport slot coordination. She teaches classes in air cargo management.

Versatile specialist in international aviation with many years of experience in commercial flight operations, especially in the area of ground handling and airport operational management. IATA expert and trainer in aircraft de-icing. He has worked for companies such as: Emirates, Flybe, Chapman Freeborn. Associated with Lublin Airport for almost 12 years. Currently in the capacity of Operations Department Manager. He teaches classes in Ground Handling and Aviation Marketing.

Long-time employee of UITM. Conducted more than 4000 teaching hours in English in the area of aviation management and IATA training. Currently owner of Training and Consulting Center. He teaches classes in Airline Network Management.

Head of Operations Control Center at Cargolux Airlines. He teaches classes in Air Navigation and Flight Operations.

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