Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation)/Bachelor of Business (Management)

This double degree program has been designed to meet the current and future needs of managers and leaders in the aviation industry.Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation)The objectives of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) program are to:provide you with a broad, coherent and detailed body of knowledge and theory related to the global aviation industry develop your skills to critically review and analyse all aspects of the aviation industry prepare you to work individually and in teams to solve aviation industry problems produce graduates that can communicate professionally to diverse aviation industry stakeholdersThe program will prepare you for employment in a range of operational management and planning roles.

These include roles in areas such as:airline operations planning and management airline maintenance management and supervision airport landside operations airport airside operations airport planning and management aviation safety management airline strategies, finance, and traffic data human factors concepts and applicationsThe program will give you a general awareness of the aviation industry, enabling you to comprehensively appreciate the environment in which you are working.

The program enables you to bring together the appreciation and skills developed to demonstrate breadth and depth of thinking and capacity to solve real problems in the aviation workplace.The program includes the capstone course AERO2431 Aviation Industry Project which is intended to provide you with the opportunity to undertake a project focusing on a real-world aviation industry problem or issue and where you are able apply your critical thinking, judgment, problem-solving skills, and industry knowledge.

The project is supervised by an RMIT University staff member and/or an industry-based expert.Bachelor of Business (Management)The Bachelor of Business (Management) program provides you with critical and broad ranging studies to enable you to enter graduate positions in administration and management.

The program provides you with opportunities to develop the required knowledge and outcomes to operate successfully in contemporary environments.

You will be able to apply the knowledge and skills gained in the core areas of management in a diverse range of political, social, environmental and economic contexts.This program will actively explore and apply management theory through problem-based and work-relevant activities which may include face-to-face, online, self-directed, collaborative and individual learning experience and is delivered on-campus.The capstone experience course BUSM4546 Management in Practice provides the culmination of the knowledge, skills and applied work practice experiences that prepare you to transit into business world.On successful completion of the program, you will be able to work within a wide range of organisations and industries in varied roles, and career entry positions, such as business administration, management consulting and strategy analysis.

The program will provide you with a basis for further development of your knowledge and skills in management, and for further study in business and management.The program requires in-person attendance, but also takes advantage of the capabilities of the online learning management system that is available to all students and provides scope for collaboration and remote access.

The program is primarily delivered face-to-face at the city campus.

Year One of Program

Complete the following Nine (9) Courses:

AND

Year Two of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from any:

AND

Year Three of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from:

AND

Year Four of Program

Complete the following Six (6) Courses:

Select and Complete Two (2) Courses from any:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from any not previously completed:

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.

For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 — a study score of at least 25 in Mathematics (any), and a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English.

English language requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.

For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

This program is designed to provide you with outcomes that will enhance your employability in the Aviation industry. These outcomes include a range of abilities, skills, knowledge and attitudes appropriate to the industry.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) develops the following program learning outcomes, based on the Threshold Learning Outcomes for Engineering and ICT:

Needs, context and systems

• Identify, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs, establish priorities and the goals, constraints and uncertainties of the system (social, cultural, legislative, environmental, business etc.), using systems thinking, while recognising ethical implications of professional practice.

Problem-solving and design

• Apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and/ or processes to meet specified requirements, including innovative approaches to synthesise alternative solutions, concepts and procedures, while
• Demonstrating information skills and research methods.

Abstraction and modelling

• Apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals to analysis, design and operation, using appropriate computer software, laboratory equipment and other devices, ensuring model applicability, accuracy and limitations.

Coordination and communication

• Communicate and coordinate proficiently by listening, speaking, reading and writing English for professional practice, working as an effective member or leader of diverse teams,
• Using basic tools and practices of formal project management.

Self management

• Manage own time and processes effectively by prioritising competing demands to achieve personal and team goals, with regular review of personal performance as a primary means of managing continuing professional development.

The Bachelor of Business (Management) provides you with knowledge and skills across a range of management theories and practices, and the ability to evaluate and apply these in dealing with complex issues in managing and leading organisations, particularly those related to organisational analysis, business ethics and social responsibility, leadership and decision making and strategic management.

On successful completion of this program you will be able to: