Certificates
Students in this course learn how to manage ground-based tasks vital to airline operations in preparation to take the FAA Dispatcher Written Examination.
As part of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s commitment to continuing professional education and lifelong learning, Embry-Riddle hosts a variety of aviation-focused professional education courses and certificate programs through the Daytona Beach Campus. Courses are offered in an interactive setting, across multiple modalities and taught by aviation industry subject matter experts. These courses are tailored for industry professionals involved in the operations, management and supervision of aviation organizations. Over the last 10 years, Professional Programs has welcomed over 1,000 aviation professionals, including Embry-Riddle alumni and leaders from the aviation and aerospace industry, both nationally and internationally.
As well as welcoming attendees from multiple organizations around the globe, Embry-Riddle is able to develop and deliver customized training solutions for organizations and offer them on campus, onsite, online or virtually. Our goal is to be the source for innovation and excellence in aviation and aerospace education.
Learn more about Daytona Beach Professional Programs.
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science
The Aeronautical Science degree program blends flight training and FAA certification with academic study to build a foundation for specialization in airlines, corporate and commercial aviation, or the military.
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics
Ambitious aviation and aerospace professionals wanting to advance their knowledge and career can find success in this program that combines theoretical and practical learning experiences to help them develop new skills and expertise.
Bachelor of Science in Air Traffic Management
The Bachelor of Science in Air Traffic Management is a perfect fit for students pursuing a career in Air Traffic Management or a related field, preparing them for FAA Academy air-traffic controller training.
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace & Occupational Safety
The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace and Occupational Safety degree prepares students to provide safety expertise in aviation, aerospace, and other occupational settings.
Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance Science
Aviation Maintenance Science gives students the professional aviation maintenance expertise without which commercial, private, and military air travel could not function.
Bachelor of Science in Meteorology
Students with a passion for weather can explore everything from tornadoes to global climate in a new, fully equipped Weather Center and communicate their expertise to decision makers in business, military, and the media.
Bachelor of Science in Space Operations
Students can enter one of the most innovative fields in the aerospace industry and fill a growing need for specialists in Space Policy or Operations Science and Technology.
Bachelor of Science in Uncrewed Aircraft System
The growing use of uncrewed aircraft systems created high demand for graduates prepared to operate, observe and administer operations in this exciting field.
Master's Degrees
Master of Science in Aviation
Aviation and aerospace professionals wanting to advance their knowledge and career can find success in this program that combines theoretical and practical learning experiences to help them develop new skills and expertise.
Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management and Policy
This online program, geared toward working professionals, teaches students about computer security, law, engineering, management, and policy and includes a two-part capstone course that allows students to explore challenges from their careers in a scholarly way.
Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management
Whether you are looking to advance your current position or are seeking a career change, ERAU’s Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management can prepare you to meet the needs in any industry, with an emphasis on the specific challenges that face aviation and aerospace.
Master of Science in Space Operations
Students in this program will develop an in-depth understanding of space mission operations and research, and, upon program completion, will be well-prepared for successful careers in the space industry.
Master of Science in Uncrewed Systems
Embry-Riddle’s Master of Science in Uncrewed Systems is a non-engineering degree that focuses on this emerging industry by addressing topics including policy design, ethics and systems management. Students will gain knowledge in many areas that contribute to the successful operation of missions supported by uncrewed systems along a spectrum of autonomy levels — from remote-controlled to human-supervised to fully autonomous.
Doctoral Degrees
Ph.D. in Aviation
The Ph.D. in Aviation will allow students to pursue interests in aviation in a diverse, intellectually versatile, and multidisciplinary environment and to affect a global impact on the aviation industry and discipline. It is the world's only Ph.D. in Aviation and may be completed in as little as three years.
Professional Programs
The College of Aviation’s Professional Programs offers short courses and customized programs geared for aviation professionals that combine the expertise and technology of the Florida campus to address the most pressing challenges facing today’s aviation industry — through interactive discussions, leading seminars and endless networking opportunities.
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Schools and Departments
Mission Statement
The mission and purpose of the College of Aviation is to prepare graduates who will assume leadership roles in the global aviation industry and related fields through academic degrees and other educational programs from professional certifications through to Ph.D.
