Advanced Master in Aviation Safety Management (Part-time)

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This part-time Advanced Master programme is jointly offered by the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy and Ecole Nationale de I’ Aviation Civile (ENAC or National School of Civil Aviation of France) in Hong Kong, preparing executives to meet the real-world challenges of their roles in aviation safety management.

This 20-month Advanced Master in Aviation Safety Management aims to provide students with a thorough knowledge of the concepts, processes, methods, operational management, standards and recommended practices applicable to aviation safety; and to develop their competence for an effective implementation and enhancement of aviation safety plans either cross-domain or specific to aviation organisations.

The Programme provides an opportunity for executives and managers from airports, regulatory bodies, airlines, air navigation service providers, aircraft maintenance organisations,  air traffic control service providers, safety training organisations and other aviation-related organisations to enhance their knowledge and skills in the air transport system, audit techniques, safety risk management, state safety management and safety management system in different domains.

The programme is conducted at HKIAA in Hong Kong.

Programme Highlights

• Gain professional knowledge in aviation safety
• Develop competence for an effective implementation and enhancement of aviation safety
• Build global network with industry veterans with diverse professionals
• Study part-time and enhance your career prospects with a globally recognised qualification

Programme Structure and Mode of Study

• 12 modules, with each module being taught once a month
• Upon completion of the modules, students are required to carry out a professional thesis based on a topic relating to the aviation safety management and approved by ENAC within a six-month period

Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to meet one of the following requirements:

• Hold a Master's degree; or
• Hold a 4-year Bachelor's degree; or
• Holder of a 3-year Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of professional experience, e.g. work experience in aviation or related industry

Applicants should also meet one of the below English language proficiency requirements:

• CECRL: B2 or
• TOEFL (Internet-based): 87; or
• TOEIC: 785; or
• IELTS: 6.5; or
• HKDSE English Language Subject: Level 4; or
• HKCEE English Language (Syllabus B): Grade B; or
• HKALE Use of English: Grade C

Application Procedure

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Submit the completed application form with required supporting documents 

Academy will contact selected applicants for the interview

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Remarks

1. This Advanced Master degree is accredited by ENAC Conseil des études and Conférence des Grandes Ecoles (CGE)
2. Applicants with other equivalent qualifications, English language proficiency and relevant working experience will be considered on individual merit
3. This course is an eligible course under the Extended Non-means-tested Loan Scheme
4. Modules of this programme are eligible for the Maritime and Aviation Training Fund (MATF). Eligible applicants are refunded with 80% of the fees after completing the module, subject to a maximum of HKD30,000, under the Professional Training and Examination Refund Scheme (ProTERS) of the Maritime and Aviation Training Fund (MATF).  For details, please refer to www.matf.gov.hk
5. Diploma in Aviation Operations is a Qualifications Framework Level 3 Programme, QR Registration No.: 20/000009/L3 and Validity Period: 12/12/2019 – 31/07/2026
6. Professional Diploma in Aviation Management is a Qualifications Framework Level 4 Programme, QR Registration No.: 20/000008/L4 and Validity Period: 12/12/2019 – 31/07/2026
7. Bachelor of Science (Honours) Aviation Management is a Qualifications Framework Level 5 Programme, QR Registration No.: 26/000022/L5 and Validity Period: 01/05/2026 – 30/04/2030; Non-local Higher and Professional Education Courses List Registration Number: 253374
8. Advanced Master in Air Transport Management is a Qualifications Framework Level 6 Programme, QR Registration No.: 20/000618/L6 and Validity Period: 01/01/2021 – 31/12/2026; Non-local Higher and Professional Education Courses List Registration Number: 272772
9. Advanced Master in Aviation Safety Management is a Qualifications Framework Level 6 Programme, QR Registration No.: 25/000499/L6 and Validity Period: 01/09/2025 – 31/08/2028; Non-local Higher and Professional Education Course List Registration Number: 273343
10. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead