Level 6 Diploma in Airport, Airline & Aviation – LICQual
The LICQual UK Level 6 Professional Diploma in Airport, Airline and Aviation Management is a comprehensive qualification designed for professionals aspiring to senior leadership roles in the aviation industry. This programme provides learners with advanced knowledge and strategic skills required to manage airport and airline operations effectively while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and delivering exceptional passenger services.
Learners will explore critical aspects of modern aviation management, including airport and airline operations, flight scheduling, resource and staff management, passenger services, safety and security compliance, and aviation regulations. The course equips students with the ability to analyse complex operational challenges, develop strategic solutions, and implement effective management practices across aviation organisations.
This qualification is ideal for aviation professionals, ground handling staff, airline and airport supervisors, and career changers aiming to enter senior management roles. It also offers a pathway to higher-level academic progression, including postgraduate studies in aviation management or related disciplines.
By combining theoretical frameworks with practical application, case studies, and scenario-based learning, the LICQual Level 6 Professional Diploma in Airport, Airline and Aviation Management prepares learners to take on leadership positions confidently and succeed in the competitive global aviation sector.
By combining theoretical frameworks with practical insights, the LICQual Level 6 Diploma in Airline Management ensures learners are industry-ready, capable of leading teams effectively, and prepared to excel in the competitive global airline sector.
Program Outline
The LICQual UK Level 6 Professional Diploma in Airport, Airline and Aviation Management is a 120-credit advanced qualification structured across 6 comprehensive units, designed for professionals aiming to take senior leadership roles in the aviation industry. This diploma equips learners with strategic knowledge, operational expertise, and practical skills to manage airports, airlines, and aviation operations efficiently while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.
Core Areas of Study
Learners gain in-depth understanding of airport and airline operations, passenger services, flight scheduling, resource and staff management, aviation safety, and compliance with national and international regulations.
Professional Practices
The programme emphasises leadership, ethical practices, effective communication, teamwork, and strategic decision-making, ensuring learners develop essential managerial and professional competencies.
Practical Application
Through scenario-based learning, case studies, and applied exercises, learners acquire hands-on experience in planning and managing aviation operations, improving passenger satisfaction, and ensuring smooth operational processes.
This qualification prepares learners for senior roles in airlines, airports, aviation authorities, and service providers globally.
Unit Structure
| Qualification | Unit Title | Credits | GLH |
| LICQ2201248-1 | Strategic Aviation Management & Planning | 20 | 80 |
| LICQ2201248-2 | Global Aviation Policy, Law & Regulation | 20 | 80 |
| LICQ2201248-3 | Aviation Safety & Risk Management | 20 | 80 |
| LICQ2201248-4 | Aviation Finance & Revenue Optimization | 20 | 80 |
| LICQ2201248-5 | Leadership & Human Resource Management in Aviation | 20 | 80 |
| LICQ2201248-6 | Innovation & Sustainability in Aviation | 20 | 80 |
Who Can Benefit
- Aviation professionals seeking promotion to senior or leadership roles in airlines, airports, or aviation authorities.
- Airport operations staff looking to enhance strategic planning, passenger service management, and operational oversight skills.
- Airline operations personnel aiming to strengthen expertise in flight scheduling, resource management, and overall airline efficiency.
- Ground handling and support staff aspiring to move into supervisory or management positions within the aviation sector.
- Customer service and passenger operations staff who wish to improve passenger experience, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Career changers seeking to enter the aviation industry with a recognised professional qualification.
- Aspiring aviation managers or supervisors who want practical and theoretical knowledge of airport, airline, and aviation management.
- Learners planning further academic progression in aviation, airline, or airport management, including postgraduate programmes.
This course is perfect for anyone seeking strategic, practical, and professional skills to succeed in senior aviation roles worldwide
What You’ll Be Able to Do
Strategic Aviation Management and Planning
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Analyze global aviation trends and apply strategic planning models to airport and airline operations.
- Develop long-term aviation business strategies that align with international market demands.
- Evaluate competitive positioning of airlines and airports using advanced management frameworks.
- Design sustainable growth plans for aviation organizations with measurable performance indicators.
- Apply strategic decision-making tools to optimize route planning, fleet management, and airport capacity.
- Critically assess the impact of globalization and technology on aviation management strategies.
Global Aviation Policy, Law and Regulation
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Interpret international aviation policies, treaties, and conventions that govern global air transport.
- Evaluate the role of ICAO, IATA, and national regulators in shaping aviation law and compliance.
- Apply legal frameworks to ensure airline and airport operations meet international safety and security standards.
- Analyze the impact of bilateral and multilateral agreements on airline route rights and market access.
- Assess ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges in aviation, including passenger rights and liability.
- Recommend compliance strategies that align with evolving global aviation regulations.
Aviation Safety and Risk Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Apply international safety management systems (SMS) to aviation operations.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks in airport and airline environments.
- Evaluate accident investigation processes and implement preventive safety measures.
- Develop risk management frameworks that comply with ICAO and EASA standards.
- Analyze human factors in aviation safety and recommend effective training interventions.
- Design crisis management and emergency response plans for aviation organizations.
Aviation Finance and Revenue Optimization
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Interpret financial statements and performance indicators specific to aviation businesses.
- Apply cost-control strategies to optimize airline and airport profitability.
- Evaluate revenue management systems, including dynamic pricing and ancillary revenue streams.
- Develop financial models for route profitability, fleet acquisition, and airport investment.
- Assess the impact of global economic trends on aviation finance and revenue generation.
- Recommend strategies for sustainable financial growth in competitive aviation markets.
Leadership and Human Resource Management in Aviation
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Apply leadership theories to manage diverse teams in airline and airport environments.
- Evaluate HR strategies for talent acquisition, retention, and workforce development in aviation.
- Develop performance management systems that align with aviation industry standards.
- Analyze the impact of organizational culture and change management in aviation leadership.
- Recommend strategies for conflict resolution, employee engagement, and cross-cultural teamwork.
- Demonstrate ethical leadership practices that enhance safety, service quality, and organizational performance.
Innovation and Sustainability in Aviation
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Evaluate the role of innovation in driving efficiency and competitiveness in aviation.
- Analyze sustainable aviation practices, including green airports and eco-friendly airline operations.
- Assess the impact of emerging technologies such as AI, biometrics, and automation on aviation management.
- Develop strategies for reducing carbon emissions and achieving net-zero aviation targets.
- Recommend innovative solutions for enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency.
- Critically examine global sustainability policies and their implications for aviation organizations.
