Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Aviation Management (Specialization in Air Transport, Humanitarian Aid)

Degree abbreviation

A.A. in Faith-Based Aviation Management

Total program length

60 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

Academic unit

HBIU College of Aviation

Total credits

60

Duration

2 years

• Analyze the operational frameworks of air transport systems within both commercial and humanitarian contexts.
• Apply principles of servant leadership and ethical stewardship to the management of aviation resources.
• Develop strategic planning skills for logistics and supply chain management in humanitarian aid scenarios.
• Evaluate safety protocols and regulatory standards to ensure compliant and secure aviation operations.
• Communicate professional aviation management strategies effectively to diverse organizational stakeholders.
• Integrate a faith-informed worldview into professional decision-making processes within the aviation industry.
• Course Outline
• Semester 1 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• ENG101
• Academic Writing and Rhetoric
• 4
• None
• MGT110
• Introduction to Management Principles
• 3
• None
• MAT150
• Aviation Mathematics and Logic
• 4
• None
• CHR105
• Foundations of Ethical Stewardship
• 3
• None
• ENG101 — Academic Writing and Rhetoric: This course focuses on developing clear, professional writing skills and research techniques. Students analyze complex texts and compose persuasive, evidence-based academic documents. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT110 — Introduction to Management Principles: This course explores the fundamental principles of organizational management and leadership. Topics include team development, strategic planning, and operational efficiency within a business setting. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MAT150 — Aviation Mathematics and Logic: This course covers quantitative methods specifically applied to aviation logistics, fuel calculation, and basic statistical analysis. Emphasis is placed on accuracy and logical problem solving for operational decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• CHR105 — Foundations of Ethical Stewardship: This course introduces the concept of stewardship as a professional and personal responsibility. Students explore ethical frameworks in leadership and the role of service in organizational culture. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 2 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• AVI120
• Principles of Aviation Operations
• 4
• None
• BUS205
• Organizational Communication
• 3
• ENG101
• SOC120
• Sociology of Global Service
• 3
• None
• AVI140
• Introduction to Aviation Safety
• 4
• AVI120
• AVI120 — Principles of Aviation Operations: This course provides an overview of the aviation industry, covering flight operations, airport management, and infrastructure. Students study the interplay between air transport systems and administrative requirements. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS205 — Organizational Communication: This course examines effective communication strategies in professional environments, focusing on team collaboration and stakeholder relations. Students practice written and oral communication across diverse professional contexts. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC120 — Sociology of Global Service: This course explores the social and cultural dynamics of humanitarian aid and international service. Students analyze the impact of development projects on local communities and the importance of cross-cultural competence. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• AVI140 — Introduction to Aviation Safety: This course examines the essential elements of aviation safety, including risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and accident prevention. Students learn to implement safety protocols in high-stakes operational environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 3 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• MGT220
• Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain
• 4
• MGT110
• PSY210
• Leadership and Organizational Behavior
• 3
• None
• AVI230
• Air Transport and Global Aid
• 4
• AVI120
• RES200
• Research Methods for Aviation Management
• 3
• MAT150
• MGT220 — Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain: This course addresses the unique challenges of supply chain management in disaster relief and humanitarian response scenarios. Students focus on procurement, storage, and the efficient transport of critical goods. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PSY210 — Leadership and Organizational Behavior: This course examines psychological principles of behavior in work environments, emphasizing conflict resolution and team dynamics. Students analyze how motivation and leadership styles impact institutional morale and output. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• AVI230 — Air Transport and Global Aid: This course analyzes the role of air transport in delivering aid to remote or infrastructure-challenged regions. Students review case studies of effective logistics deployment and inter-agency coordination. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• RES200 — Research Methods for Aviation Management: This course introduces qualitative and quantitative research methods appropriate for organizational assessment. Students develop skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 4 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• MGT250
• Resource Development and Grant Writing
• 3
• MGT110
• AVI260
• Aviation Regulatory Compliance
• 3
• AVI140
• CAP290
• Capstone in Aviation Leadership
• 4
• RES200
• THE210
• Service and Professional Integrity
• 4
• CHR105
• MGT250 — Resource Development and Grant Writing: This course covers strategies for fiscal sustainability and fundraising in the nonprofit aviation sector. Students practice grant writing and resource allocation planning aligned with organizational values. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• AVI260 — Aviation Regulatory Compliance: This course provides an in-depth review of aviation regulations, legal standards, and reporting requirements. Students learn how to navigate compliance frameworks to ensure ethical and secure operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• CAP290 — Capstone in Aviation Leadership: This capstone experience requires students to integrate their learning by designing an operational management project for an aviation-focused humanitarian organization. Students demonstrate their ability to apply technical, ethical, and leadership skills to real-world scenarios. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• THE210 — Service and Professional Integrity: This course examines the integration of professional work with a commitment to service and integrity. Students explore case studies of leadership in mission-driven environments and reflect on their personal vocational calling. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Applicants must provide official documentation of a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent such as a GED. Candidates are expected to demonstrate academic readiness for postsecondary study and should submit a personal statement reflecting their interest in the intersection of aviation management and service-oriented leadership. Culminating Project The Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Aviation Management, requiring students to synthesize their knowledge of aviation operations and ethical management into a comprehensive, applied project. The scope of this project involves developing an operational management plan for an aviation-based humanitarian mission, addressing logistics, safety, and fiscal stewardship. Students will produce a formal report and a presentation demonstrating their integration of technical skills and servant leadership principles. This project represents the practical application of the student's development, bridging academic competence with faith-informed character. By requiring students to articulate how their proposed management strategies embody biblical stewardship and ethical integrity, the Capstone ensures that graduates are prepared to apply these values in real-world service settings. The project serves as an assessment of the student’s ability to align organizational objectives with a commitment to the common good.

• To qualify for graduation, students must complete all 60 credit hours of the program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. In addition to technical academic requirements, students must demonstrate proficiency through the successful completion of the Capstone Project and adhere to institutional standards for character development. This includes active participation in scheduled community service initiatives and spiritual formation activities designed to cultivate emotional intelligence, ethical resilience, and a life of service.
• Graduation signifies not only the acquisition of essential aviation management knowledge but also a demonstrated readiness to act with integrity and spiritual maturity. The institution requires that students manifest their academic achievements through a commitment to the ethical principles of their field, ensuring they are prepared to contribute effectively to the mission and operational success of faith-based and charitable organizations.
• Career Opportunities
• Humanitarian Logistics Coordinator
• Aviation Operations Assistant
• Nonprofit Fleet Manager
• Mission Aviation Support Specialist
• Ground Support Operations Lead
• Community Outreach Coordinator for Aviation Missions
• Supply Chain Analyst for Aid Relief
• Important Notices
• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | A.A. in Faith-Based Aviation Management
• Total program length | 60 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years
• General education | 18 credit hours
• Faith-Based Aviation Management core | 30 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 9 credit hours
• Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 4 | None
• MGT110 | Introduction to Management Principles | 3 | None
• MAT150 | Aviation Mathematics and Logic | 4 | None
• CHR105 | Foundations of Ethical Stewardship | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AVI120 | Principles of Aviation Operations | 4 | None
• BUS205 | Organizational Communication | 3 | ENG101
• SOC120 | Sociology of Global Service | 3 | None
• AVI140 | Introduction to Aviation Safety | 4 | AVI120
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT220 | Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain | 4 | MGT110
• PSY210 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 3 | None
• AVI230 | Air Transport and Global Aid | 4 | AVI120
• RES200 | Research Methods for Aviation Management | 3 | MAT150
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT250 | Resource Development and Grant Writing | 3 | MGT110
• AVI260 | Aviation Regulatory Compliance | 3 | AVI140
• CAP290 | Capstone in Aviation Leadership | 4 | RES200
• THE210 | Service and Professional Integrity | 4 | CHR105