Take your career to new altitudes
The 1 year MSc Business and Airline Management offers a dynamic, industry-connected programme for ambitious individuals ready to shape the future of global air transport.Combining core business themes and skills with insight and real-world application, you will explore the world of airline management from strategic, operations and data-driven perspectives to develop the analytical and managerial skills needed by airline organisations worldwide. Whether you’re advancing within the sector or transitioning from another field, you’ll gain the confidence, global perspective, and industry understanding to stand out in a competitive marketplace.
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Why choose this programme?
- Study in Zurich, home to Switzerland’s busiest international airport and the national carrier, giving students direct access to a thriving airline ecosystem.
- With global airline industry revenues set to reach an all-time high of nearly $ 980 billion, this is the perfect time to join a sector set to grow for the foreseeable future.
Want to give your degree an extra boost? Extend your studies by six months to combine your MSc degree with an MBA!
Admission requirements
Undergraduate degree in any discipline or a CORDENELITE Postgraduate Diploma/Graduate Certificate
IELTS 6.0 level or equivalent
Visa requirements differ for students aged 30 and over. Please contact us to find out more.
Diverse career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Business and Airline Management programme are prepared to step into leadership roles across airlines, airports, aviation authorities, consultancies, and beyond.
Programme Highlights
- Earn IATA certification in Airport Operations Fundamentals as part of your programme
- International student network, in a multicultural city with networking opportunities across business, aerospace, and tech sectors
- Master Classes from airlines, airports, regulatory bodies, and airline service providers to learn about real operational challenges.
The Preparatory English Programme is a ten-week intensive language course designed to help you meet the English requirements of your chosen academic pathway.
Through a dynamic approach to language learning, master skills key to your academic and professional success, such as brainstorming ideas, outlining and structuring written texts, and expressing your opinion. With 15-20 hours of tutor contact per week, Monday to Friday, small class sizes ensure individualised support to meet your unique needs.
