Technology (Aviation Management and Human Factors), MSTech
Explore the intersection of people and technology in the exciting, fast-paced environment of aviation. You'll develop the skills and expertise to understand both the technical complexities and human factors, and help shape the future of flight.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
In the Master of Science in Technology program with a concentration in aviation management and human factors, you gain professional skills and be exposed to educational theory and practice for use in leadership positions in the aviation industry. Management and leadership positions at airports of all sizes require skills in labor management and policy, economics and analysis, national aerospace structure and aviation law, as well as an awareness of unmanned systems and flight operations. If you're interested in the human systems and safety area, you find exceptional use of educational discussions on human performance and the human limitations and capabilities as they relate to working within a complex system.
Courses are offered at ASU's Polytechnic campus, with some offered as iCourses.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
30 credit hours and a portfolio, or
30 credit hours and a thesis, or
30 credit hours including the required applied project course (AMT 593)
Required Core (3 credit hours) Concentration (6 credit hours) Track Coursework (12 or 15 credit hours) Restricted Electives (3 or 6 credit hours) Culminating Experience (0 or 3 or 6 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information Students have the opportunity to enroll in human systems engineering (prefix HSE) and technological entrepreneurship and management (prefix TEM) graduate courses. Students may focus their study on courses that best prepare them for their career or for the next step in their education. Applied project students complete 15 credit hours (five track courses), and thesis students complete 12 credit hours (four track courses) selected in consultation with an advisor. In addition, three credit hours of AMT elective coursework are chosen in conjunction with the student's advisor or committee. Students who do not select a track must complete 15 or 18 credit hours from the restricted electives list or other courses approved by their supervisory committee. All students in the aviation management and human factors concentration must take at least five AMT graduate courses. Students who choose the portfolio option must demonstrate a high level of mastery of the principles and practice of aviation management and human factors through a compilation of work completed during the course of their graduate study. While the specific details depend on the student's specialization, all portfolios must describe three notable projects or academic accomplishments that illustrate the evolution and advancement of the student's technical expertise and mastery of the field of aviation management and human factors. The submission must include a written document with an overview of the graduate experience and descriptions of projects presented in the portfolio.
OMT 570 Advanced Project Management (3)
AMT 533 Aviation Systems and Psychology (3)
HSE 530 Intermediate Statistics for Human Systems Engineering (3)
AMT 593 Applied Project (3) or
AMT 599 Thesis (6) or
portfolio (0)
The student and the supervisory committee chair and committee members are responsible for the detailed design of the student's program requirements and the selection of required courses.
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. To be considered for admission to the program, applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in a STEM field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in their first bachelor's degree program or in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in nine credit hours of graduate coursework from a U.S. institution or an applicable conferred master's degree program. Applicants must submit: Additional Application Information Unofficial transcripts may be submitted at the time of application. If admitted, applicants must then submit official transcripts to ASU Graduate Admission Services. If the applicant does not meet the minimum GPA requirements, the application may still be considered. In certain cases, aptitude demonstrated through professional experience or additional postbaccalaureate education is considered.
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
*A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
Graduates are prepared for a career in the aviation industry and have the foundation needed for further advanced study. They also have the technical and professional skills necessary for leadership positions in the aviation industry.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
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Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
