B.S. in Leadership and Organizational Management with an Aviation Concentration

Welcome aspiring aviators!

Our BS in Leadership and Organizational Management (LOM) with an Aviation concentration program will produce aviation leaders who can contribute to the changing landscape of the aviation industry.

Although a college degree is not a requirement to become a pilot, it is perceived as preferred for aviation professionals such as commercial or corporate airline pilots, flight instructors, airport operations managers, mission aviators, aviation safety inspectors and more. Professionals with a strong foundation in both aviation and leadership principles are in demand throughout the air transport industry.

EMU at Lancaster collaborates with Aero-Tech Services, Inc., an FAA-approved Part 141 Pilot School, to provide ground and pilot training. Flight training occurs at the Aero-Tech facility at Lancaster Airport in Lititz, Pennsylvania.

EMU's partnership with this specialized training provider represents an integrated and collaborative approach to delivery of a collegiate aviation program.

For current students returning to flight training during COVID-19- please read the health and safety plan (PDF)

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Distinctives
EMU at Lancaster provides:
- Timely transcript evaluations
- Maximum transfer of credits
- Classes 1 day a week to allow for work and family commitments
- As a Part 141 Collegiate Aviation program with reduced ATP. Our graduates qualify for 1000 hours for Airport Transport Pilot instead of 1500.
- Private pilot rating may transfer to our program.
- Extraordinary support from qualified and professional faculty and staff
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Student experiences
- Pilot training at the Aero-Tech facility at Lancaster Airport in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Aero-Tech industries is an FAA-approved Part 141 Pilot School.
- Get in the cockpit in your first semester.
- Participate in real-world flight operations during a 15-week internship.
- Take general education and major courses in leadership and management through a combination of face-to-face, hybrid, and online sessions.
Outcomes
Possible career options include:
- Commercial airline pilot
- Airline operations manager
- Maintenance manager
- Quality manager
- Revenue management analyst
- Airport manager
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Affordability

Our tuition and fees are lower than most public, in-state tuition rates. Our program is eligible for federal student financial aid. Learn more about tuition and financial aid.
Aviation partnerships

Our aviation partnerships provide students with access to recruiters through campus visits, mentorships and event sponsorships.