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151-0228-00L 4 Credits BSC , MSC D-ITET , D-BAUG , D-MAVT
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Management & Sustainability of Air Transport

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Peter Wild, Prof. Dr. Russell McKenna
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:32:59

Abstract

The lecture provides a comprehensive overview of management, sustainability, planning, processes, and operations in aviation, equipping students with the skills to manage and lead an aeronautical division. Moreover, the modules offer many interdisciplinary insights offering a condensed "Mini MBA". While it is beneficial to have completed "Basics of Air Transport," it is not a prerequisite.

Objective

Upon completing the course, participants will be well-versed in tasks, processes, and interactions, and will possess the ability to comprehend the implications of developments within the airline industry and its surroundings. This knowledge will equip them to effectively operate within the air transport sector.

Content

Overall concept: This lecture builds on the content of lecture "Basics of Air Transport" (151-0227-00L) and provides deeper insights into the airline industry and managment practises. The lecture is taught by svereal different experts from Lufthansa, SWISS, and Federal Office of Civil Aviation. Weekly: 1h independent preparation; 2h lectures and 1 h exercises with an expert in the respective field Content: Strategy, Alliances & Joint Ventures, Sustainable Aviation, Environmental Protection, Safety & Risk Management, Airline Economics, Network Management, Revenue Management & Pricing, Sales & Distribution, Airline Marketing, Scheduling & Slot Management, Fleet Management & Leasing, Continuing Airworthiness Management, Supply Chain Management, Operational Steering. Excursion: We plan an excursion to the freight terminals at Zurich Airport and visits at SWISS HQ, Dispatch, Network Operations Control and Dispo.

Resources

Lecture Notes

No offical lecture notes. Lecturers' slides will be made available

Literature

Literature will be provided by the lecturers respective there will be additional information upon registration

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
Open book; Slides will be made available as PDFs. Own paper summaries allowed, yet NO computers/phones or electronic summaries accepted.
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Computer based examination (Moodle exam at fix based station at ETHZ).The exam is open book (slides will be made available as PDFs during exam).Distance Exams will not be offered.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Management & Sustainability of Air Transport
  • Wed 13:15-16:00 (ML E 12)
3 h weekly

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