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MBA in airport and airline management or MBA in aviation is a good course to pursue and it offers good career prospects and excellent growth opportunities.
The program aims to create skilled professionals for the aviation sector and allied fields of travel and tourism.
After completing this course you will develop comprehensive knowledge about the industry necessary for their success with the strong business foundation to compete in both aviation and non-aviation sector.
A career in the aviation field is considered glamorous and exciting because of the opportunities for travel.
After the completing this course you will be competent to apply for the various positions in Aviation industry like in the department of:
- Airport Operations.
- Aviation Security.
- Sales and Advertising.
- Marketing and Communications.
- Customer Services.
- Passenger Handling.
- Airport Management.
Please remember the remuneration of MBA in aviation graduates is dependent upon the type of organizations that takes them in.
Freshers will earn around Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 25,000 each month. With increase in experience individuals can make as much as Rs. 25,000 - Rs. 30,000 every month. This will go up as you gain more experience.
However as per your profile I would suggest you to work for 2-3 years after completing your B.Tech and then opt for MBA.
The advantage of this step would be:
- You will gain relevant work experience.
- After working you will know which specialization to opt in MBA that can further enhance your career prospects, however as per your profile pursuing MBA in IT would be the best option for you.

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