Introduction to Air Transport Management (5cr)
Code: C-10056-AVI002AS2AE-3004
General information
- Enrollment
- 15.12.2025 - 09.01.2026
- Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
- 12.01.2026 - 15.05.2026
- Implementation is running.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Institution
- Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Verkkokampus
- Teaching languages
- English
- Seats
- 0 - 20
- Course
- C-10056-AVI002AS2AE
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Evaluation scale
H-5
Content scheduling
The virtual self-study learning environment will be available 12.1. - 15.5.2026. The final date to enroll is 27.4.2026.
Objective
After completing this course: Student has ability to identify the change in airline industry and airline markets during the past century. Student is able to define aviation value chain and airline's main stakeholders. Student is able to distinguish diverse airline business models, partnerships and the density of partnerships. Student is able to interpret airline's basic key performance indicators.
Methods of completion
Learning sessions are based on themes which include both group work and individual assignments, and extra articles. Demonstration Work & Study
Methods of completion
Introduction to Air Transport consists of basic consepts in air transport and airline business. After the course you are able to to identify the change in airline industry and airline markets during the past century and, how airline performance is measured. You are also able to distinguish diverse airline business models, partnerships and the density of partnerships.
Content
Introduction to Air Transport Management course has following main topics: Growth and change in the airline industry Air transport liberalization and different aviation markets The growth of airline partnerships from interline agreements to mergers Airline alliances and, what are the advantages and disadvantages of airline alliances Characteristics and major airline business models Measuring airline performance and basic KPI’s
Materials
Air Transport Management – Strategic Management in the Airline Industry, Eyden Samunderu (2020). Paper book is available at Porvoo Campus library, and e-book at online library HH Finna. Aviation Industry related articles and statistics Peer reviewed articles from HH Finna Teacher's own materials
Teaching methods
Virtual self-study learning.
Employer connections
The Introduction to Air Transport Management virtual study module is closely connected to the aviation industry, including airlines and other key organizations.
Exam schedules
The first assignment is due by 1.5.2026. All remaining assignments, including the final assignment, must be submitted by 15.5. 2026.
International connections
Aviation Business and Air Transport Management represent globally significant disciplines, essential for understanding the complexities of international air travel and commerce.
Completion alternatives
You can proceed in your studies also by - using recognition of prior learning (transfer crediting and demonstrations) or - using work-based learning during studies (Work & Study) For more information contact your teacher.
Student workload
Details about assignments and assessments will be provided in the orientation video on Moodle, available from 12.1.2026.
Qualifications
No previous knowledge about the aviation needed.