Aviation Leasing and Finance - Professional Diploma
Key information
Aviation Skillnet funding available: Eligible companies and individuals can secure a 25% contribution towards course fees.
The Professional Diploma in Aviation Leasing & Finance is Ireland’s first university-accredited programme designed specifically for the aviation leasing sector.
Delivered part-time over one year and co-created with Aviation Skillnet, it features industry-led content alongside academic expertise.
Across six modules, you will explore the structure and dynamics of the air transport system, corporate finance in the airline sector, and the critical role of aircraft leasing. You’ll also build expertise in risk management, fleet planning, and the legal frameworks underpinning aviation finance.
Ideal for professionals with experience in aviation or related fields, the programme is delivered online with short on-campus sessions, offering both flexibility and practical engagement.
This programme earns 30 ECTS credits towards a Flexible Masters Pathway, allowing students to combine Postgraduate awards to achieve a Master’s over time.
During this programme, you will
- Gain insights into key elements shaping the air transport system and the direction and scope of the airline business.
- Develop understanding of key issues in corporate finance related to the airline industry.
- Acquire depth knowledge of market, credit, operational political and corporate governance risk.
- Examine the legal framework governing the financing and leasing of aircraft and engines.
