MASTER OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION DEGREE

MASTER OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION DEGREE

Purpose. The purpose of the Master of Commercial Aviation program is to provide the student with a focused understanding of aviation concepts and operations. The program is oriented toward aviation management and aviation education.

Admission. Full admission to the Master of Commercial Aviation program is granted an applicant who:

1. Has earned a baccalaureate degree which is fully accredited by one of the recognized accrediting agencies, and meets all other requirements for admission to Graduate School;

2. Has on file a satisfactory score on the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP) writing essay test.

INFORMATION ON

VERBAL SKILLS PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

FOR PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS

Proficiency in verbal skills is recognized as important to success in graduate school. Delta State University is committed to insuring that applicants to its graduate school process such skills. All applicants who seek admission to a degree program (except EMBA) at the master’s or educational specialist levels must demonstrate proficiency by performing at a satisfactory level on a nationally recognized, standardized test of verbal skills.

Completion of the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency CAAP with a minimum score of 3 is required for entry. (Writing Essay Test)

Further information on this test is available through the Office of Counseling and Developmental Studies at Delta State University, Union 301, Cleveland, MS 38733. Or call (662) 846-4690.

Provisional Admission. A student not having on file the above scores, provided the student has either an overall undergraduate quality point average, or an undergraduate aviation core quality point average of 3.0 or better. The student may not exceed 9 hours of graduate credit in provisional status.

Non‑degree Admission. A student who is unable to satisfy requirements for full or provisional admission can be admitted on a non‑degree, watch‑care status to improve credentials and to meet full admission requirements. Not more than 9 semester hours earned while in non‑degree status may be applied to the Master of Commercial Aviation Degree. The grades earned while in the non‑degree status must be B or better.

Degree Requirements. A candidate for the Master of Commercial Aviation degree is required to meet the following:

1 . Fulfill the general requirements for a graduate degree at Delta State University;

2. Complete a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate credits in core courses in aviation. A comparable course in statistics from an accredited graduate program may be substituted for CAV605.

3 . A thesis is not required for a Master of Commercial Aviation.

4. Earn a grade point average of at least 3.0 in the major field and overall.

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MASTER OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION CURRICULUM

CAV 605 - METHODS OF RESEARCH AND STATISTICS IN AVIATION Development of library skills, analysis of types of research, investigation of research design; introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. 3 cr.

CAV 610 ‑ ADVANCED HUMAN FACTORS IN AVIATION AND THE

AEROSPACE INDUSTRY. The study of individual and group behavior and interaction in the aviation and aerospace industry. 3 cr.

CAV 620 ‑ AIRLINE MANAGEMENT. The study and research

principles and practices in airline management in a post deregulation environment. 3 cr.

CAV 630 ‑ AVIATION'S REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT.

Examination of federal, state, local, industry, and self-imposed regulations pertaining to the operation of general and commercial aviation. 3 cr.

CAV 640 ‑ AIRPORT PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT, AND OPERATION. Study of processes used in planning and design, development, operation, and funding of multiple classifications of airports. The relationship and interaction between owners, management, and tenants. Security, emergency services, and environmental concerns in daily operations. 3 cr.

CAV 650 ‑ FIXED BASE OPERATIONS. Examination of the aviation and non‑aviation skills required for the successful operation of a fixed base operation in today's aviation environment. 3 cr.

CAV 660 ‑ ADVANCED AVIATION SAFETY. Safety considerations in the design and operation of aircraft and airports. The safety record of the aerospace industry, and the industry's response to public opinion. Understanding the cost of safety. 3 cr.

CAV 670- AIR CARGO AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT. Business practices of air cargo carriers and shippers, including economic and marketing

aspects.

CAV 680 - ADVANCED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS. A study of surface and air transportation modes and how they interact to enhance economic growth worldwide.

CAV 690- SPECIAL TOPICS IN AVIATION BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The election to perform a special, directed analysis and/or independent study in an area of particular interest.

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