JOB ORIENTED AVIATION COURSES TO DO AFTER 12TH

1 B.B.A. IN AIRPORT MANAGEMENT

I’ve already written articles on B.B.A. course. It is a 3 years long Undergraduate management
program. The good news is that many B.B.A. programs allows students to specialize in certain
area/discipline. In our case, it is a program that focuses on the running and management of an
Airport. If one is keen on improving one’s qualifications, then he/she may also go for an M.B.A.
Degree after completing this B.B.A. program.
 

B.B.A. in Airport Management trains students to take on Managerial and Administrative

posts in an Airport. The course material covers subject’s like-
 

 Introduction to Airport Management

 Human Resource Management
 Accounting
 Financial Management
 Marketing
 Safety Management
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students from any stream, who have passed 12th standard board examinations are eligible to
pursue this course. Minimum marks criteria exists, but it varies from one Institute to another.
Usually, it is around 50% marks.

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

After completing the course, graduates may get hired at major International or Domestic
Airports. Average starting salary is usually between 3-6 Lakh Rupees per year. Job roles
available are-

 Airport Manager
 Administrator
 Staff Manager
 Safety Officer
2 DIPLOMA IN AIRPORT MANAGEMENT
This is a Diploma course that lasts 1 year and focuses solely on the area of Airport Management.
While it does a better job in dealing with the technical details, when compared to B.B.A.
 program, I must also admit that this Diploma Degree doesn’t possess as much value as the
B.B.A. program does. A good way to solve this problem is by going for a Post Graduate
Diploma in Airport Management after finishing any Graduation course!

Important subjects covered in Diploma in Airport Management course are-

 Airport Strategy and Functioning

 Cargo Management and Handling
 Staff Management
 Safety and Security Management
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 12th Standard (any stream) are eligible to apply for this 1 year long
Diploma course.
 

Also read: Courses to do after 12th Commerce stream

 

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Domestic as well as International Airports are the prime recruiters. Average starting salary is
between 2-5 Lakh Rupees per year. Graduates may get the below mentioned job posts-

 Airport Manager
 Assistant Manager
 Cargo department Manager
3 COMMERCIAL PILOT TRAINING
Among the many jobs that the Aviation sector provides, this one has to be the most glamorous as
well as rewarding one! But Commercial Pilot training is very costly! On the other hand, once
finished, this course will ensure that you land a well rewarding job!

Also read: Courses to do after 12th Science stream

 
 If you are keen to become a Commercial Pilot, do go through this guide about how to become a
Commercial Pilot. The course involves practical training as well as theoretical subjects. At the
end of the program, successful candidates will be awarded CPL (Commercial Pilot Licence).
 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Only 12th Science stream students who have passed 12th board exams (with Physics, Chemistry
and Mathematics subjects) are eligible to apply for this course. Minimum marks criteria exists,
which varies between 45-50% marks in case of most Institutes. Also, candidates have to clear
written exam, Pilot Aptitude Test as well as Interview to get selected into the training program.

Also read: Courses to do after 12th Arts stream

 

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Simple- successful candidates may go on and become Commercial or Ferry Pilots (in Private or
Government sector Airlines, Chartered Flights etc)! One may also become a Flight Instructor
after gaining experience. Average starting salary could be anywhere between 5-12 Lakh Rupees
per year.

4 DIPLOMA IN GROUND STAFF AND CABIN CREW

TRAINING
This Diploma course is aimed at training students to take on roles of Air Hostess, Steward on
Flights. The course duration varies, but is generally 6 months or 1 year long. Some important
subjects taught in this course are-
 

 Communication Skills
 Customer Services
 In Flight training
 Safety and First Aid procedures
 Food and Beverage production and serving
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 12th standard board examinations (any stream) are eligible to pursue
this course. Both male and female students may pursue this program.

 
 SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Successful candidates may take on various roles such as- Flight attendants, Part of Ground staff,
Office operator etc. Starting salary is generally between 4-6 Lakh Rupees per year. Some job
posts available are-

 Air Hostess
 Steward
 Front end Office operator
5 DIPLOMA IN AVIATION HOSPITALITY
Hospitality has become an indispensable element, no matter what Industry we are dealing with.
Aviation sector is no different, it too requires qualified and skilled professionals, who are capable
of taking care of Hospitality needs of the Aviation sector. The course duration is 1 year.
Important subjects covered in this course are-

 Introduction to Aviation Hospitality

 Communications Skills
 Management
 Food and Beverage production
 Foreign Languages
 Front Office operations
 Computer and IT skills
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 12th standard examinations (any stream) are eligible to apply for this
course.

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Successful candidates may land jobs like- Cabin crew, Ground staff, Office operators etc.
Average starting salary is between 4-6 Lakh Rupees per year.

6 AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING
A technical course that lasts 4 years, BE/B Tech Degree in Aeronautical Engineering will help
you land a job related to the Aviation sector. Aeronautical Engineering is all about designing,
manufacturing and maintaining Aircraft!
 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 12th Science stream (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
subjects) are eligible to apply for this course. Students have to clear National as well as State
level entrance tests to get admission in recognized Institutes.

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates will be absorbed by Private Airlines. Over there, Graduates may work in jobs posts
like- Chief Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, Design Engineer etc. Average
starting salary is generally between 3-5 Lakh Rupees per year.

7 B.SC. AVIATION
B.Sc. in Aviation is a 3 years long Undergraduate Degree program. This course covers topics
such as Air Regulations, Navigation, Meteorology, Aircraft and Engine, Air Traffic Control,
Aviation Security, Flight Safety and Crew Management. After pursuing this course, successful
candidates may take up jobs such as Air Traffic Controller, Ground operations staff, Cargo
management staff, Ticketing staff etc.

One may also go for PG courses related to Aviation sector, such as MBA (relevant), M.Sc.
Aviation Safety, PG Diploma courses (relevant) etc. If interested, successful candidates may also
go for CPL training!

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 10+2 board examination (with Physics and Mathematics subjects)
from a recognized board are eligible to pursue this course. Minimum marks criteria may exist in
case of many institutes (around 50% marks, may vary from one institute to another).

 
SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates will be able to find a job at Airports. Diverse job opportunities are available in front of
Aviation graduates. They may take on technical jobs such as Air traffic control, Safety
management and technical ground operations. They may also take on management related jobs.
Starting salary depends on the job profile and job location. It could be anywhere between 2-4
Lakh Rupees per year.

8 DIPLOMA IN AIRFARE AND TICKETING MANAGEMENT

This course will suit those who want to take up a ground duty job. It is a Diploma certificate
course. Course duration could be anywhere between 6 months to 1 year. This course is available
in part time as well as full time formats. The course covers topics such as- Airline codes,
ticketing terminology, Electronic ticketing, Passport and Visas, Foreign Exchange, Airfares and
ticketing software. After pursuing this course, one will be able to find job in the ticketing
department.

Ticketing courses are also available in the form of combination courses. An example is- Diploma
in Travel Management and Air Ticketing. There are various course combinations available, like
the one mentioned above.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 10+2 board examination (any stream- Science, Commerce or Arts) or
equivalent from a recognized board are eligible to pursue this course.

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates will be able to find a job at Airports. Front office jobs can be easily bagged by
Ticketing course Diploma holders. Airline customer care and service is another area where one
may find a job, after completing this course. Average starting salary is around 2-3 Lakh Rupees
per year.

 
9 AME (AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING)
AME is a 3 years long technical training course. Academic program is 2½ years long. After the
academic program, students also have to go through 6 months long internship program. On
successfully completing academic program and internship, one will be awarded AME license by
the DGCA.

Aircraft maintenance engineers deal with inspection, maintenance and servicing of aircraft.
Licensed AME professionals are usually hired by Government Airline as well as Private
Airlines. Aviation Organizations, Aircraft maintenance firms and Flying Schools are also known
to recruit them. For more details about this training course, check out this detailed guide- AME
Course.
 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Students who have passed 10+2 Science stream (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
subjects) with minimum 50% aggregate marks are eligible to pursue this course. Diploma
holders (with minimum 50% aggregate marks) are also eligible to pursue it.

SCOPE, SALARY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Government Airline, Private Airlines, Aviation Organizations, Aircraft maintenance firms and
Flying Schools known to recruit them AME professionals. They may also work for firms
manufacturing aircraft parts. Starting salary is generally around 3-5 Lakh Rupees per year.