The demand for aviation transportation of passengers and load is increased by the demands of the economic decision units to cover their needs for transportation between two points in the shortest time, the need to carry the valuable assets in a secure way and some other critical factors. The firms that meet the increased demand in civil aviation sector are in a high competition in this process. The increased competition triggers the attempts to use the sources in a more effective way, which, in turn, increases the demand for qualified staff. In the light of this information, the purpose of the department is to train qualified personnel required by the companies, private and public institutions in civil air transportation management.

The syllabus of the Department of Aviation Management is composed of courses containing information and skills that can be used in every stage of working life. Introduction to Civil Aviation, Aviation Transportation, Airport Services, Land Services, Passenger Services, Ramp Services, Aviation Security, Flight Planning, Airport Management, Aviation English and Practices of Civil Aviation Transportation Management are primary courses of the department. Besides these courses, there are a variety of optional courses covering specific issues and subjects.