Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Aviation Management, Specialization in Air Transport Humanitarian Aid

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Aviation Management

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

Academic unit

HBIU College of Aviation

Total credits

120

Duration

4 years

• Analyze aviation logistical challenges in the context of global humanitarian aid delivery.
• Apply principles of servant leadership and ethical stewardship to aviation management operations.
• Evaluate international aviation regulations and air law as they apply to relief and aid distribution.
• Design effective supply chain management systems that maximize resource utilization for community benefit.
• Integrate Christian worldview perspectives into strategic operational decision-making.
• Demonstrate proficiency in risk management and safety protocols within an aviation organizational context.
• Communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary stakeholders in diverse cultural and organizational settings.
• Course Outline
• Semester 1 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• ENG101
• Academic Writing and Rhetoric
• 3
• None
• MGT110
• Principles of Management
• 3
• None
• AVI101
• Introduction to Aviation Systems
• 3
• None
• BUS105
• Professional Ethics in Aviation
• 3
• None
• ENG101 — Academic Writing and Rhetoric: This course focuses on advanced reading and writing strategies, emphasizing persuasive essays and research integration. Students learn to refine their prose for professional settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT110 — Principles of Management: An introduction to the functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Theoretical frameworks are analyzed for practical application. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• AVI101 — Introduction to Aviation Systems: This course explores the history, regulations, and technological advancements within the aviation industry. Students gain a fundamental understanding of airport and airline operational structures. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS105 — Professional Ethics in Aviation: This course examines the moral frameworks and decision-making processes necessary for effective leadership in the global aviation sector. Students will analyze case studies involving corporate social responsibility and regulatory compliance within the industry. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 2 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• MAT120
• Quantitative Reasoning for Aviation
• 3
• None
• AVI150
• Aviation Safety and Human Factors
• 4
• AVI101
• BUS130
• Business Communication
• 3
• ENG101
• THE120
• Foundations of Servant Leadership
• 3
• CHR105
• MAT120 — Quantitative Reasoning for Aviation: Students apply mathematical concepts to aviation logistics, weight and balance, and flight planning. Focus is placed on data analysis for operational efficiency. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• AVI150 — Aviation Safety and Human Factors: Analysis of the human element in aviation safety, focusing on crew resource management and organizational safety culture. Students evaluate the impact of human behavior on system reliability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS130 — Business Communication: Instruction in professional communication strategies for internal and external organizational stakeholders. Students practice writing reports, emails, and delivering oral presentations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• THE120 — Foundations of Servant Leadership: An exploration of servant leadership models, focusing on humility, empathy, and organizational service. Students identify personal strengths for leadership roles in various sectors. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 3 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• AVI210
• Aviation Logistics and Supply Chain
• 3
• AVI101
• ACC201
• Financial Accounting
• 3
• MAT120
• HUM210
• Global Humanitarian Contexts
• 3
• None
• SOC220
• Sociology of Development
• 3
• None
• AVI210 — Aviation Logistics and Supply Chain: A study of the movement of goods and personnel in complex environments, focusing on global supply chain efficiency. Students evaluate logistical strategies for humanitarian aid distribution. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• ACC201 — Financial Accounting: Introduction to accounting principles, financial statements, and stewardship of organizational assets. Students learn to interpret financial health to ensure sustainability in operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• HUM210 — Global Humanitarian Contexts: An overview of international relief efforts, legal frameworks, and the cultural landscape of humanitarian work. Students analyze the challenges of operating in resource-limited environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC220 — Sociology of Development: Examination of the social dynamics and community needs inherent in international development work. Students explore strategies for culturally sensitive community engagement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 4 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• AVI250
• International Air Law
• 4
• AVI101
• MGT230
• Project Management
• 3
• MGT110
• BUS240
• Nonprofit Resource Management
• 3
• ACC201
• HIS250
• History of Philanthropic Aviation
• 3
• None
• AVI250 — International Air Law: An investigation of the treaties, policies, and regulations governing international aviation and airspace. Special attention is given to the legal aspects of non-commercial humanitarian flights. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT230 — Project Management: Application of project management methodologies to planning, executing, and closing complex operational tasks. Students utilize software tools to track milestones and resource allocation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS240 — Nonprofit Resource Management: Exploration of resource mobilization, grant management, and donor relations for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. Emphasis is placed on transparency and accountability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• HIS250 — History of Philanthropic Aviation: An analysis of the historical development of aviation as a tool for international mercy missions and crisis response. Students review case studies of effective humanitarian partnerships. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 3 — Year 3
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• AVI310
• Advanced Aviation Operations
• 3
• AVI210
• MGT320
• Organizational Leadership and Culture
• 3
• MGT110
• RES301
• Research Methods for Aviation Management
• 3
• MAT120
• PSY350
• Organizational Psychology
• 3
• None
• AVI310 — Advanced Aviation Operations: Evaluation of airline and fleet operations, including maintenance scheduling, ground handling, and fuel management. Focus is placed on minimizing waste through stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT320 — Organizational Leadership and Culture: Examination of organizational theory and the development of positive cultures within high-stakes work environments. Students learn to motivate diverse teams toward a unified mission. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• RES301 — Research Methods for Aviation Management: Introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methodologies used to evaluate operational performance. Students learn to design surveys and analyze empirical data for reports. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PSY350 — Organizational Psychology: Analysis of behavioral patterns within organizations, focusing on group dynamics and conflict resolution. Students apply these insights to promote healthy working relationships. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 6 — Year 3
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• AVI360
• Risk Management and Insurance
• 4
• AVI250
• MGT375
• Strategic Planning for Nonprofits
• 3
• MGT230
• COM380
• Intercultural Communication
• 3
• BUS130
• MIN390
• Community Engagement and Service
• 3
• THE120
• AVI360 — Risk Management and Insurance: Investigation into the mitigation of operational risks through rigorous assessment and strategic insurance planning. Students create risk profiles for various flight mission environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT375 — Strategic Planning for Nonprofits: Instruction in long-term strategic planning, mission alignment, and organizational goal setting. Students build a five-year development plan for an aviation-based nonprofit. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• COM380 — Intercultural Communication: Exploration of communication dynamics across diverse global cultures. Students learn strategies for effective negotiation and partnership building in international contexts. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MIN390 — Community Engagement and Service: Practicum-based study of community development and local volunteer coordination. Students engage with community stakeholders to support long-term mission objectives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 7 — Year 4
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• AVI410
• Aviation Security and Defense
• 3
• AVI360
• MGT420
• Crisis Management and Resilience
• 3
• MGT375
• BUS430
• Ethics in Aviation Management
• 3
• CHR105
• EDU440
• Training and Instructional Design
• 3
• None
• AVI410 — Aviation Security and Defense: Study of security protocols and threats facing aviation assets in unstable regions. Students examine protective strategies and information security for transport operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT420 — Crisis Management and Resilience: Analysis of organizational resilience when responding to natural disasters or complex emergencies. Students develop crisis response plans that ensure continuity of operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS430 — Ethics in Aviation Management: Integration of ethical theory with aviation industry realities, addressing issues of transparency, corruption, and stewardship. Students critically assess corporate social responsibility policies. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• EDU440 — Training and Instructional Design: Development of training programs for aviation personnel, focusing on adult learning principles. Students design curriculum for onboarding and technical skill advancement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 8 — Year 4
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• CAP490
• Senior Capstone Project
• 4
• RES301, MGT375
• AVI450
• Global Aviation Sustainability
• 3
• AVI310
• MGT480
• Advanced Leadership Seminar
• 3
• MGT320
• BUS495
• Professional Development and Career Strategy
• 3
• MIN390
• CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: The culminating project where students integrate their academic studies and faith-based perspective into a comprehensive mission plan. The project serves as a demonstration of professional and ethical maturity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• AVI450 — Global Aviation Sustainability: Exploration of environmental, social, and economic sustainability in aviation. Students analyze long-term resource management and ecological impacts of flight operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT480 — Advanced Leadership Seminar: Synthesis of leadership principles in the context of global service and nonprofit management. Students engage in peer critique and reflective practice on professional stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS495 — Professional Development and Career Strategy: This course focuses on the transition from academic study to professional practice, emphasizing career planning, networking, and personal brand management in aviation management. Students will evaluate organizational alignment and identify strategies for long-term professional success in the nonprofit sector. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Applicants must provide evidence of high school graduation or the equivalent through an official transcript, maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Prospective students should submit a statement of purpose outlining their professional goals and commitment to integrating academic learning with ethical, faith-informed service. Letters of recommendation and a personal interview may be required to assess the candidate's alignment with the university's mission of community stewardship. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the final, integrative experience for all candidates, representing the culmination of their academic and professional development. Students are tasked with designing a comprehensive operational plan for a hypothetical or real-world humanitarian aviation mission, demonstrating mastery of logistics, regulatory compliance, and personnel management. This 4-credit course requires a formal written proposal, a technical analysis of operational constraints, and a final presentation to a panel of faculty and industry professionals. Beyond technical competence, the capstone project requires a reflective synthesis of the student's faith-informed character development. Students must articulate how their proposed management strategies embody biblical stewardship and servant leadership. The deliverable includes a 'Statement of Ethical Stewardship,' where students evaluate their operational decisions through the lens of ethical integrity, social justice, and spiritual formation. Successful completion confirms that the student is prepared to enter their field as a professional who balances high-level aviation proficiency with a consistent and proactive moral compass.

• Graduation from the Bachelor of Arts program requires the successful completion of 120 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students must earn a passing grade in all core aviation, management, and faith-integrated courses, ensuring they possess the necessary breadth of knowledge and skills required for professional entry in their field. The completion of the Senior Capstone Project is a mandatory requirement for graduation, validating the student’s ability to apply academic concepts within an ethical and faith-based framework.
• In addition to academic milestones, graduates must fulfill all requirements related to spiritual formation, which may include chapel attendance and community service hours. These components ensure that students leave the institution not only academically prepared but also committed to lives of integrity, compassion, and vocational service. The degree represents a holistic achievement, signaling that the graduate is fully equipped to serve society through aviation management with professional rigor and a steadfast dedication to the common good.
• Career Opportunities
• Aviation Logistics Manager for Relief Organizations
• Air Transport Administrator for Nonprofit Agencies
• Humanitarian Aid Field Coordinator
• Aviation Safety Compliance Specialist
• Mission-Based Fleet Operations Manager
• Nonprofit Development Officer for Aviation Projects
• International Logistics Consultant
• Important Notices
• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Aviation Management
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years
• General education | 36 credit hours
• Faith-Based Aviation Management core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
• Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• MGT110 | Principles of Management | 3 | None
• AVI101 | Introduction to Aviation Systems | 3 | None
• BUS105 | Professional Ethics in Aviation | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MAT120 | Quantitative Reasoning for Aviation | 3 | None
• AVI150 | Aviation Safety and Human Factors | 4 | AVI101
• BUS130 | Business Communication | 3 | ENG101
• THE120 | Foundations of Servant Leadership | 3 | CHR105
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AVI210 | Aviation Logistics and Supply Chain | 3 | AVI101
• ACC201 | Financial Accounting | 3 | MAT120
• HUM210 | Global Humanitarian Contexts | 3 | None
• SOC220 | Sociology of Development | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AVI250 | International Air Law | 4 | AVI101
• MGT230 | Project Management | 3 | MGT110
• BUS240 | Nonprofit Resource Management | 3 | ACC201
• HIS250 | History of Philanthropic Aviation | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AVI310 | Advanced Aviation Operations | 3 | AVI210
• MGT320 | Organizational Leadership and Culture | 3 | MGT110
• RES301 | Research Methods for Aviation Management | 3 | MAT120
• PSY350 | Organizational Psychology | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AVI360 | Risk Management and Insurance | 4 | AVI250
• MGT375 | Strategic Planning for Nonprofits | 3 | MGT230
• COM380 | Intercultural Communication | 3 | BUS130
• MIN390 | Community Engagement and Service | 3 | THE120
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AVI410 | Aviation Security and Defense | 3 | AVI360
• MGT420 | Crisis Management and Resilience | 3 | MGT375
• BUS430 | Ethics in Aviation Management | 3 | CHR105
• EDU440 | Training and Instructional Design | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES301, MGT375
• AVI450 | Global Aviation Sustainability | 3 | AVI310
• MGT480 | Advanced Leadership Seminar | 3 | MGT320
• BUS495 | Professional Development and Career Strategy | 3 | MIN390