Master in Airport Operations Management (MAOM066)
Master in Airport Operations Management (MAOM066) at LSTH
An airport on a busy morning is roughly fifty businesses pretending to be one. Airlines, ground handlers, security, customs, retail, fuel suppliers, the control tower — they all share the same apron, the same passengers and a thin margin of time. The Master in Airport Operations Management (MAOM066) is for people who already understand a slice of that ecosystem and now want the seniority and tools to coordinate the whole picture.
This is a postgraduate qualification, so it expects you to think in systems, not just procedures. You'll work through topics like terminal flow design, airside safety governance, performance benchmarking, IROPs response and the political layer of stakeholder management that quietly decides which projects ever happen.
Why This Specialism Matters Now
Passenger volumes are recovering and climbing, sustainability obligations are tightening, and airports are under pressure to deliver better experience without proportionate increases in headcount. Senior operations roles are no longer about keeping the lights on — they're about evidence-based decisions, vendor accountability and resilience planning. The Master in Airport Operations Management gives you the vocabulary and frameworks to operate at that level.
Who Should Consider the Master in Airport Operations Management (MAOM066)
- Duty managers, terminal supervisors and turnaround coordinators ready to step up.
- Ground handling and airline ops professionals moving toward airport-side leadership.
- Aviation graduates aiming for accelerated entry into operations management.
- Professionals from civil aviation authorities or consultancy who want a structured operations frame.
Where Graduates Tend to Go
Graduates of the Master in Airport Operations Management typically progress into terminal operations manager, airside operations manager, airport duty manager or operations performance roles. Some move into consultancy or capacity planning. Outcomes depend on prior experience and the market you target — the qualification supports the move, but airports also value demonstrated incident leadership and stakeholder track record.
How the Programme Is Delivered
LSTH delivers the Master in Airport Operations Management (MAOM066) on campus, online or in a blended mode for working aviation professionals. Module structure and intake dates are confirmed at enrolment, so you can plan around roster patterns or relocation.
Entry Requirements
- A relevant bachelor's degree, or equivalent industry experience considered case-by-case.
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency for international applicants.
- A short statement of intent describing your aviation background and goals.
- Two references — preferably one professional and one academic.
Apply for the Master in Airport Operations Management
If you're ready to take the senior route into airport operations leadership, click Enroll Now. The admissions team at London School of Tourism and Hospitality will respond within one working day to discuss the Master in Airport Operations Management (MAOM066) and the intake that fits you.
