Distance Learning Leads To Professional Certification in
Aviation Management
The Stanford Center for Professional Development (SCPD) and the
International Air Transport Association (IATA) signed an agreement
Friday to develop and deliver a distance learning aviation
management program. This one of a kind offering will combine
management and aviation training to prepare tomorrow’s
aviation professionals to be the world’s most knowledgeable
leaders, equipped with the skills to guide the next century of
progress and excellence in air transport.
Despite turbulent times, the need for highly trained aviation
professionals is on the rise and expected to continue its
trajectory. Passenger and cargo volumes are predicted to increase
significantly in the coming decades. Safety remains the industry's
highest priority and demands continuous advances in technology. To
manage this increasing complexity, aviation professionals must have
access to the best education and training. The partnership between
IATA and SCPD will help address these needs. “This unique
global and industry-wide certification program is aimed at
developing a new generation of global aviation executives, able to
operate across boundaries and successfully lead our industry in the
challenging years to come,” said Guido Gianasso,
vice-president of human capital for IATA, at today’s signing
ceremony.
IATA, an international trade body representing 230 airlines,
will deliver the aviation component of the program, offering
students in-depth knowledge of the air transportation system, its
function, role and scope. SCPD, the professional development arm of
the Stanford School of Engineering, will deliver the management
component of the program, preparing students for the business
elements of the aviation industry through a blend of courses that
include strategic execution, leadership, and program
management.
IATA’s partnership with SCPD will offer students unique
flexibility in aviation education from leaders in their respective
fields. All six required courses are available through distance
learning, providing professionals throughout the world with the
opportunity to participate. Upon completion of all required
courses, students will be awarded a Stanford-IATA Aviation
Management Certificate and will automatically be registered with
IATA as a Certified Aviation Management Professional (AVMP).
“We are pleased to partner with IATA to educate the next
generation of aviation professionals. This unique distance learning
program combines the best of the best: Stanford's world-class
teaching and research with the expertise of IATA, the leading
provider of global aviation training,” said Andy DiPaolo,
senior associate dean in the School of Engineering and executive
director of the Stanford Center for Professional Development.
“Students will be able to take these courses on-demand and
access them anytime, anywhere.”