Course Code: AVM341

Synopsis

Aviation is one of the main drivers in globalisation and economic development by connecting people, cultures and businesses across continents and providing millions of jobs to people. In Singapore, the aviation industry and its supply chain is a major contributor to the nation’s GDP. The course provides a broad overview of major elements in managing airports and airline logistics. The main topics include supply and demand in aviation supply chain, airport operations, airline business models, modelling applications, aviation performance measures as well as safety, security and environmental considerations. The course will also cover the impact of major business disruptions on the aviation industry and conclude with discussing the future of the aviation industry.
Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

  • Introduction to Aviation Industry
  • Aviation Economics
  • Airline Business Models
  • Airline Relationship Strategies
  • Airport Airside and Landside Components
  • Measuring Performance for Airports and Airlines
  • Air Cargo Operations
  • Cargo Terminal Management
  • Modelling Applications in the Aviation Industry I
  • Modelling Applications in the Aviation Industry II
  • Aviation Safety, Security, and Environmental Impacts
  • Challenges and Future of the Aviation Industry

Learning Outcome

  • Demonstrate factors affecting economics in the aviation industry
  • Criticise various airline business models and relationship strategies
  • Indicate the challenges in aviation safety, security, and sustainability, as well as their implications for the future of the industry
  • Analyse the key components of airport operations and the performance metrics for both airports and airlines
  • Examine various modelling applications in the aviation industry
  • Appraise the principles of air cargo operations and effective strategies for cargo terminal management