Airport Management

Explore modern airport management essentials with this course – from operations to logistics, all grounded in strategic industry understanding.

Overview

Airport Management is no small feat. With aviation playing such a central role in global connectivity, managing an airport is less about waving at planes and more about ensuring things don’t go sideways (literally or metaphorically). This course introduces you to the structured, often turbulent world of airport operations, logistics, airside and landside functions, and regulatory frameworks that keep everything aloft.

From runway scheduling to cargo logistics and passenger flow, this course walks through essential concepts in an orderly fashion—no security check required. Learn how international airports function, how ground operations stay coordinated, and how management decisions affect everything from customer satisfaction to aircraft turnaround time. A tidy fit for anyone with a fascination for aviation, minus the pilot’s licence.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand key elements of airport operation and logistics functions.
• Explore safety protocols, service standards, and operational planning.
• Examine air traffic coordination and passenger experience strategy.
• Assess baggage handling, freight, and ground service procedures.
• Identify airport revenue sources and cost management techniques.
• Interpret civil aviation regulations and airport risk management topics.

Who is this Course For

• Aviation enthusiasts with a curiosity for how airports function.
• Professionals looking to expand knowledge of transport infrastructure.
• Administrators in the aviation sector seeking a structured overview.
• Entrepreneurs exploring airport-related service opportunities.
• Policy analysts interested in aviation governance and oversight.
• Logistics professionals transitioning into the aviation industry.
• Customer service leads in transport seeking aviation-specific insight.
• Anyone intrigued by operational complexity without leaving the ground.

Career Path

• Airport Operations Officer – £30,000–£42,000
• Aviation Administrator – £28,000–£40,000
• Ground Services Supervisor – £25,000–£38,000
• Airfield Operations Coordinator – £30,000–£45,000