Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University)
Course Information
Description
Introduction
Singapore’s aviation industry is booming, and you can be a part of it. So, what exactly is the aviation industry? It can be summed up as the design, development, production, operation, maintenance and use of aircrafts — basically, the companies involved in air transport. Within the aviation industry, you can take your career in many directions.
Working in the business sector of the field, you could be an airport or airline manager, an aircraft salesperson, an airline customer service representative or other challenging roles that require a combined knowledge of business acumen and aviation. A Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration (BSABA) is the first step to getting there.
Awarded by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, offered by ERC Institute (ERCI), the 120-credit hour BSABA degree program provides you with a well-rounded business foundation spanning economics, aeronautical science, accounting, marketing, management and global business strategies.
Especially designed for students who wish to lead and manage in the aviation world, the BSABA program offers:
- A solid foundation of business-focused industry expertise
- Leadership skills
- A look at understanding how to balance the organization using concepts of organizational theory and design
- The skills needed to conduct business transactions and simulate the impact of those decisions on an organization’s bottom line
- The benefit of learning from faculty who are experienced industry professionals themselves
ERCI runs its classes on a lecture-tutorial system. The average teacher-student ratio for lectures and tutorials are as follows:
- Lectures – 150 Students to 1 Lecturer
- Tutorials – 35 Students to 1 Tutor
Entry Requirements
- Polytechnic Diploma in any discipline or
- A levels or
- IB Diploma or
- 12 years of formal education from recognized international institutions or
- Any combination of the above as determined by the university as successfully meeting the minimum entry criteria of 12 years of formal education
- Age Requirement of 18
Students applying from Singapore:
Polytechnic Students:
- Official copies of your polytechnic transcripts. In order for these documents to be considered official you must request an original copy from your polytechnic institution.
- Copy of your polytechnic diploma.
- Copy of our A level examination results
A Level Students:
Official copies of your General Certificate of Education Advanced level results. In order for these documents to be considered official, you must present to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University the original certificates so that an official copy can be made. Students who have taken “A” level examinations are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they’ve taken and the grades received. For a list of “A” level exemptions, please click here.
International Students
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University requires that all international students meet the university minimum requirements for admission. These requirements vary from country to country and each application to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is reviewed on an individual case-by-case basis. For a list of minimum entry requirements by country, please click here.
Students studying in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they’ve taken and the grades received. For a list of IB Diploma exemptions, please click here
Students who have taken “A” level examinations are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they’ve taken and the grades received. For a list of “A” level exemptions, please click here.
Applicants for whom English is not the primary language must either:
- Attain a minimum score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of 550 (paper-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based).
- Attain a minimum score on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of 6.0.
- Earn transferable credit for a course that is the equivalent of ENGL 123 (English Composition) at an accredited postsecondary institution.
- Show evidence of attendance and graduation from a secondary school in which the language of instruction was English.
International students should visit Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) FAQ website for information on the issuance of a student pass/student visa. All student pass requirements will be shared with students when an admission decision is made by the university.
Official/Attested copies of documents listed above should be mailed to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Office of Enrollment Management, 75 Bukit Timah Road, #02-01 Boon Siew Building, Singapore 229833. Alternatively, students may make an appointment to bring original documents in so that an official copy can be made.
Only upon submission of the documents listed above will the University be able to process your application.
Career Opportunities
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Modules
Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration To graduate, students must complete 120 credit hours of General Education, Aviation Business Support and Aviation Management core studies at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Polytechnic diploma holders will be eligible for exemption from some of the courses listed below.
Course Delivery
This program is offered in an intimate classroom setting where you get one-on-one attention from faculty members and the chance to interact with and learn from fellow students.
Course Structure
Full-Time (courses conducted during the day)
Students pursuing the BSABA degree program at a full-time pace will take 3 courses each term. The 120 credit hour BSA degree is designed to be completed in 4 years. However, diploma and/or “A” level holders are eligible for a significant number of course exemptions and can expect to complete the degree program in as little as 2 years.
Part-Time (courses conducted during the evening)
Students pursuing the BSABA degree program at a part-time pace will take 2 courses each term. The full 120 credit hour BSABA degree is designed to be completed in 5 years. However, diploma and/or “A” level holders are eligible for a significant number of course exemptions and can expect to complete the degree program in as little as 3 years. Part-time students also have the option of accelerating completion of the degree by taking some courses entirely online.
Course Availabilty
Our primary intake for the BSABA degree program takes place in July of each year; however, it is possible to start in January as well. A member of the Enrollment Management team can help you decide which start term works best for you.
Assessment Framework
Courses are assessed by a combination of coursework, practical assignments and examinations. Formative assessments will also be included, as well as self- and peer-assessment and research projects.