Airport Strategic Management

Study the airport’s role in the society, its economic and political effects, how ownership can influence the management of an airport, regulatory requirements, development of Vision and Mission, stakeholder management and how airports create revenues to investors and society.

Who is it for?

For those who want to have a fundamental understanding of the management of a critical infrastructure, such as an airport - including navigating in complex stakeholder relationships.

Timetable

Thursday February 1st to Saturday 3rd February 2024

• 9am - 5pm Thursday and Friday, 9am - 1pm on Saturday
• Classroom based.

Benefits

Critically discuss the economic potential and political agenda of an airport (critical infrastructure) in the society

1. The role of an airport in the society and how it can bring wealth and economic opportunities.
2. Types of ownership
3. Investment models of airports, valuation methods, PESTEL analysis, due diligence analysis and regulatory oversight
4. Political relationship between airport operators and local and national governments
5. Introduction of theoretical strategy models
6. Enterprise Risk Management – how to apply and use as part of the decision making process. Three layers defence model
7. Airport operators’ strategic decision making through vision and mission statements
8. Short- and long term decision making processes by an airport operator
9. Stakeholder management by the airport operator
10. Airport finances (Aeronautical/Non-aeronautical income)
11. Key management functions at an airport, including safety management.

A variety of learning and teaching methodologies will be used including: lecturing, group work, live case studies and peer review. The module is structured around current examples of relevant cases.

You will be encouraged to contribute to the module through active participation in the classroom setting. You will be asked to relate to and draw upon your own experience and to share this with others.

There is no assessment or coursework with this CPD. Students will be asked to submit a reflective journal about the topics covered and will receive a certificate of participation.

This course is provided by the School of Science & Technology.

An understanding of the societal effects of a critical infrastructure will be beneficial – but not a prerequisite.

English requirements

You will need a good level of spoken and written English to enrol on this course.

The tutor will suggest material before and during the class.