APM 485 - Airport Development and Management

3 credit(s)
This course builds upon APM 241 Airport Administration, and further develops the skills and understanding of operation, management and conceptual design of airports of any size. Content focuses on practical application of airport manager skills and includes educational tours of operating airports. Relations with tenants, public officials and patrons will be emphasized through writing and public-speaking skills. An expansion of the issues affecting modern airports today, such as safety, how airports are funded, and technological innovations affecting airports are discussed.