- AVI001AS2AE Sustainable Aviation Environment
- AVI002AS2AE Introduction to Air Transport Management
- AVI003AS2AE Safety and Risk Management in Aviation Business
- AVI002AS3AE Airline Operations and Management
- AVI003AS3AE Airport Operations and Management
- AVI005AS3AE Airline Revenue Management
- AVI004AS3AE Air Cargo Operations and Management
Degree Programme in Aviation Business, BBA
Ready for Take-Off? Join One of the World’s Fastest-Growing Industries!
Study and build a global career in aviation business
The Aviation Business degree programme is your fast track to a global career in one of the most dynamic sectors. Gain competences, build industry connections, and develop the skills that aviation employers value most.
As a student, you will learn to master the aviation business environment and learn the key processes that keep this industry soaring. You will acquire highly relevant expertise in sales and services, business development, and financial management – all essential for success in aviation.
Choose between campus and online studies
You can study either on the Porvoo Campus or through the Online Programme. Day-time studies start always in August offer interactive classes and real-life projects with international aviation stakeholders developing professional skills such as project management, leadership, communication, and analytical thinking. You will learn to listen and understand customer needs, identify opportunities, and create innovative solutions. Day-time studies offer an inspiring and unique learning environment on the Porvoo Campus, where you step out of your comfort zone, take on different roles, and collaborate with peers and industry partners.
Our Online Programme intake is in January is ideal for those already working in the field or with relevant work experience. The studies are done flexibly according to students' own study time and place. The earlier working experience will be recognized and will shorten the student's study time. The studies are conducted in English. Boost your career with a higher education degree.
International opportunities and global networks
Internationalization is central to your studies. Most students participate in exchange programs and many complete internships abroad, available in both programmes. Haaga-Helia’s network of nearly 200 partner institutions worldwide offers excellent opportunities for networking, cross-cultural collaboration, and lasting friendships. For international students in Finland, Finnish language and culture courses support integration into society.
Your future career in aviation business starts here
Your future starts here – are you ready to take off?
Graduates from this program can pursue careers in:
- Airline Operations and Management
- Airport Operations and Management
- Air Cargo and Logistics
- Pricing and Revenue Management
- Customer Experience Development
- Human Resources
- Security Operations
- Travel and Aviation Services
How to apply?
Online studies, January 2027 intake
Direct application to higher education
Application period: 1 October - 13 October 2026 at 15:00 Finnish time
Studies start: January 2027
- Information on applying and the application form is available on Studyinfo.fi during the application period
- Please note that all applicants will be selected through the Certificate-based selection:
- Finnish Matriculation Examination,
- International Baccalaureate (IB) degree,
- European Baccalaureate (EB) Diploma,
- Reifeprüfung (RP) or Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA) degree completed in Finland
- Vocational upper secondary quolification completed in Finland after 1 August 2015
In addition to the required certificate, admission points will be given based on aviation work experience. The applicant's final score is based on the certificate and work experience.
The CV template have been published on 22 September 2026 on Haaga-Helia's website.
Please note that the programme is conducted fully online. Therefore, you are not eligible for a residence permit.
Joint application in autumn 2026
Application period: 31 August – 10 September 2026 at 15:00 (UTC/GMT+3)
- Information on applying and the application form on Studyinfo
- In the joint application process, all applicants will be selected only through the Certificate-based selection:
- Finnish Matriculation Examination,
- International Baccalaureate (IB) degree,
- European Baccalaureate (EB) Diploma,
- Reifeprüfung (RP) or Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA) degree completed in Finland
- Vocational upper secondary quolification completed in Finland after 1 August 2015
Rolling admission in autumn 2026
Application period: 12 August - 30 September 2026 at 15:00 Finnish time
- How to apply through Rolling Admission
- Degree programme info in Studyinfo
- Admission criteria in Studyinfo
Fill in the application form in Studyinfo
Full-time studies, August 2027 intake
Rolling admission in spring 2027
Application period: 30 October 2026 to 12 May 2027 at 15:00 Finnish time
- How to apply through Rolling Admission
- Degree programme info in Studyinfo
- Admission criteria in Studyinfo
Joint application in spring 2027
Application period: 7 January – 21 January 2027 at 15:00 (UTC/GMT+2)
- Information on applying and the application form on Studyinfo
- In the joint application process, all applicants will be selected only through the Certificate-based selection:
- Finnish Matriculation Examination,
- International Baccalaureate (IB) degree,
- European Baccalaureate (EB) Diploma,
- Reifeprüfung (RP) or Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA) degree completed in Finland
- Vocational upper secondary quolification completed in Finland after 1 August 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration, BBA
Scope of the programme: 210 ECTS
Degree programme: Aviation Business
Campus: Porvoo or online
Mode of study: Full-time day studies programme and online programme
Duration: 3,5 years
Study language:
English
Tuition fee for non-EU/EEA citizens:
11 000 €
Employment opportunities after graduation: Customer service specialist, Sales manager or assistant, Sales analyst, Traffic and product planner, Marketing manager or assistant, Account manager
NOTE: For students beginning their studies on or after January 1, 2027, the thesis will be worth 10 credits.