Our Civil Aviation Management Program is currently undergoing the MEDEK accreditation process and is in the on-site visit phase.

The Civil Aviation Management Program within our college began admitting students in the 2017-2018 academic year. This program offers associate degree education to train intermediate-level professionals who will work in airports and airline companies. In addition to aviation courses, students receive business management courses to ensure graduates acquire fundamental knowledge in airline and aviation management.

Mission

To train graduates and professionals equipped with the qualifications needed by the aviation sector, committed to ethical values, and well-versed in modern educational techniques and scientific research.

Vision

To nurture individuals who, empowered by our core values, lead the aviation industry, specialize in their fields, possess ethical principles, and have a sense of social responsibility.

Program Objective

The objective of the Civil Aviation Management Program is to develop a well-informed workforce equipped with the qualifications necessary to work in the increasingly growing aviation sector, including at national and international airports, airlines, and ground services companies.

Educational Objectives of the Program

• Complying with national and international regulations and standards in the aviation sector.
• Equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills to meet the sector’s professional qualifications and consolidate these through education.
• Adapting to the dynamics of aviation by applying safety and security regulations according to standards.
• Training personnel who follow innovations in science and technology and are capable of continuous learning and self-improvement.
  

  Program Outcomes and Key Indicators

  Knowledge

  Theoretical and Practical Knowledge:

  1. Possesses basic theoretical and practical knowledge in transportation, supported by textbooks, tools, and other resources.
  2. Has foundational knowledge in mathematics, science, and their applications in transportation management.
  3. Understands basic engineering concepts relevant to the field of transportation and logistics.
  4. Possesses theoretical and practical knowledge of legal issues related to the field.
  5. Has a basic understanding of international trade and business topics.

  Cognitive and Practical Skills:

  1. Applies basic theoretical and practical knowledge from the transportation field to further education or professional areas at the same level.
  2. Uses fundamental knowledge to interpret, evaluate, identify, and analyze problems, offering evidence-based solutions.
  3. Approaches transportation and logistics challenges with a basic engineering mindset.
  4. Utilizes modern technical tools through additional training for engineering applications related to transportation.
  5. Can draw technical diagrams.
  6. Acquires the linguistic, artistic, and cultural knowledge required by the transportation field.
  7. Uses knowledge and skills to serve the community by applying and solving societal issues.
  8. Revisits, interprets, and evaluates engineering solutions with a critical perspective.
  9. Thinks algorithmically.
  10. Collects, presents, and interprets data for engineering problems in transportation and logistics.

  Competencies

  Ability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility:

  1. Works individually or in transportation, logistics, and engineering teams and assumes responsibility.
  2. Takes responsibility in solving unforeseen complex problems as part of a team in transportation applications, participating effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
  3. Oversees the development of team members in projects related to transportation and logistics.

  Learning Competency:

  1. Evaluates acquired knowledge with a critical approach and monitors scientific and technological developments.
  2. Works actively in professional settings in both theoretical and practical fields.
  3. Is open to learning and prepares for further professional advancement.
  4. Possesses lifelong learning awareness, sets learning goals, and effectively accesses accurate and sufficient information.

  Communication and Social Competence:

  1. Conveys thoughts accurately, effectively, and efficiently through proper communication tools based on acquired knowledge and skills.
  2. Uses technical drawing skills for engineering communication in the field of transportation and logistics.
  3. Shares ideas and solutions related to transportation and logistics with both experts and non-experts.
  4. Uses a foreign language at a minimum of A2 level of the European Language Portfolio to follow developments and communicate with colleagues.
  5. Possesses practical knowledge of information management systems and applies them to transportation.

  Field-Specific Competencies:

  1. Is aware of professional customs, traditions, and ethical responsibilities.
  2. Demonstrates awareness of professional ethics in transportation applications.
  3. Is knowledgeable about management practices, employee health, environmental issues, and occupational safety, as well as the legal implications of these areas.

  Admission and Graduation Requirements

  Students are admitted with their TYT scores. To graduate, students must complete 120 ECTS credits of compulsory and elective courses outlined in the curriculum and a 40-day summer internship.

  Qualifications Required to Practice in Civil Aviation Management (Associate Degree):

  1. Must not have a criminal record or archived criminal record that would prevent obtaining an airport access card.
  2. Must provide a medical report from a fully equipped hospital, obtained within the last 6 months, confirming no health issues (e.g., hearing or vision impairment) that would hinder the performance of assigned duties.

  Note: These conditions are required for professional practice. However, meeting these conditions is not mandatory for program admission, nor are related documents required from applicants.

Education

The program offers a 2-year (4-semester) associate degree, with courses conducted in Turkish.

Employment Opportunities for Graduates

• Airline Companies
• Airports
• Ground Service Companies

Opportunities for Vertical Transfer

Graduates may transfer to the following bachelor’s programs through the DGS exam:

• Aviation Management
• Business Administration
• Logistics Management
• Travel Management
• Travel Management and Tourism Guidance
• Technology and Information Management
• Tourism Management
• Tourism Guidance
• International Business Management