Aviation – Bachelor of Business Administration
Quick Facts
Credential:
Bachelor's degree
Duration:
4 years
Options:
Honours
Start date:
January, September
Location:
Abbotsford campus
Cost:
Tuition and fees
Features:
- Co-op semester(s) provide paid work experience in your field of study (pilot positions not included)
- Develop expertise through aviation-focused business courses such as International Air Transportation, Airline Management, Business and Corporate Aviation Management, and more.
Program description
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) — Aviation is built for people who love aviation but want more than just a pilot licence. You'll blend hands-on flight training with real business education, coming out ready for careers in aviation management, aerospace, and more. Along the way, you'll sharpen the skills that matter in any professional setting — communication, leadership, and sharp decision-making.
The program combines flight training, aviation theory, and academic coursework. You'll complete 30 academic courses alongside your pilot training, working toward a degree that prepares you for management roles in the aerospace industry.
Take your pilot training at the external flight school of your choice, with the flexibility to switch providers if needed. After your training, Transport Canada assesses and awards you a Private and Commercial Pilot licence and ratings needed to fly different types of aircraft in a range of conditions. These can be completed before, during, or after your coursework, with the flexibility to switch providers if needed. Once complete, you'll receive 30-36 academic credits toward this degree.
If you want a broader perspective, round out your degree with a major or minor in areas like marketing, finance, or human resource management. You can also choose a minor from other business areas or another discipline at UFV.
Go to the program outline in the UFV Academic Calendar.
Graduate with Honours
Graduate with honours by keeping strong academic standing and completing 12 extra upper-level business credits. It's a meaningful distinction that reflects both your academic commitment and your drive.
Go to the program requirements in the UFV Academic Calendar.
Career expectations
Demand for trained pilots continues to grow worldwide as airlines expand and experienced pilots retire. According to Boeing, international airlines will need to hire more than 600,000 new pilots over the next two decades — including 127,000 in North America, 143,000 in Eurasia, and 134,000 in China.
Graduates may pursue careers in corporate travel or charter flights (Canada has 800 on-demand aviation service providers), airport administration, and operations management. Once you have flight hours, opportunities may include major airlines or serving as a corporate jet captain.
Entrance requirements
Go to entrance requirements for the Business Administration in Aviation program in the UFV Academic Calendar.
International student admissions
This program is open for international students.
Upgrading options
Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses.
Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options.
Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:
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University-level upgrading (100 level and above): Qualifying Studies Advisor
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High school equivalent courses (below 100 level): Upgrading Advisor
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