Top Areas to kick off a career with an Aviation Management Degree

Opportunities to travel, explore new places and meet people worldwide have made working in the aviation industry very exciting. Most of us at one time in our childhood thought of becoming a pilot. Today also there are millions of young adults and kids dreaming of becoming the same. However, only some can fulfil their dream. Lack of information and guidance on starting a career in aviation is why many leave their dream of working in the aviation industry. Unknown to many people, there are ample career opportunities in aviation apart from piloting. 

Your professional degree will help you gain the necessary knowledge and skills to initiate a career in the industry. If you are a working professional and thinking it is too late to start the aviation industry career, you are wrong. As always said, there is no age to learn and start. Several Universities in India offer aviation management MBA in distance mode. You can opt for a degree without leaving your current job. It is a two-year course that prepares you for future job prospects in the field. 

You can also go for a short-term course such as a diploma in aviation. Whether you are a working professional or young blood who just passed class 12, you can pursue the certification course. Aviation and related industries are growing, leading to the demand for qualified professionals. The upward trend in both the aviation and travel industry has led to an increase in job prospects. How to start a career in aviation? Which job profiles are best for fresher’s in the industry? These are some questions that hit the mind after taking the first steps of acquiring a degree. Here are some of the areas you can start your career in the aviation industry-

Flight Attendants: As a flight attendant, you will need to travel a lot. They are responsible for attending to the passengers and making sure of their comfort. Their duties include welcoming passengers on board, serving meals and ensuring the safety regulation are followed throughout the journey. 

Passenger Handling Agents at Airport: Employed by airport authorities, these agents' duties include checking in passengers for flights on behalf of the airlines. They also ensure that customers' checked-in baggage meets the requisite weight according to each airline's guidelines. In some cases, airlines will use their staff to check in their passengers for flights. It is demanding work requiring exceptional customer service as you may be dealing with many passengers on a given flight.

Airport Reservation and Ticketing Agents: These agents are employed by scheduled airlines. Airport reservation and ticketing agents are the airlines' face and usually the first people that customers contact with. Their responsibilities include resolving customer query, making reservations or bookings and issuing tickets to travellers. The job demands attention to details and the ability to work under pressure, specifically during peak seasons. 

Every aviation job profile requires a level of eligibility criteria and high-level training and knowledge. For instance, to become a flight attendant, you require high school education and training that you will get through a degree. To work as an aviation mechanic or aviation maintenance technician, one must pursue a technical degree as well. 

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