# OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management

> The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management is an Ofqual-regulated Level 5 extended diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management worth 240 credits (2400 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to Year 2 of a UK bachelor's degree. Most learners complete it in two years, studying part-time around work.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-5-extended-diploma-in-airline-airport-and-aviation-management/134
- Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses)
- Price: £950, buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 9 months · Self-paced
- Level: Intermediate
- Qualification: Level 5 Extended Diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
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- Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Description

The objective of the OTHM Extended Level 5 Diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management is intended to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in airline, airport and aviation management.

The qualification provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country and provides knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the sector.

Learners will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of airline and airport operations, air transport marketing, sustainability, airline commercial planning, digital marketing, risk management and safety and security management for airports, and also learn about the ways in which the contemporary global context affects management in these areas.

Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to work in a variety of roles within airline, airport and air transport management and to progress to further study.

## Curriculum

- Airline Operations - 20 Credits
- Introduction to the Aviation System - 20 Credits
- Airport and Cargo Operations - 20 Credits
- Air Transport Marketing - 20 Credits
- Operating in a Global Context - 20 Credits
- Sustainability Management in Aviation - 20 Credits
- Airline Commercial Planning - 20 Credits
- Aviation Revenue Management - 20 Credits
- Consumer Behaviour in Aviation - 20 Credits
- Digital Marketing in Aviation - 20 Credits
- Airport Management - 20 Credits
- Safety and Security for Aviation - 20 Credits

## Who is this course for?

This Level 5 extended diploma suits learners who hold a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience and want second-year degree-level knowledge in airline, airport and aviation management. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace.

## Entry requirements

The OTHM Extended Level 5 Diploma Airline, Airport and Aviation Management qualification can be offered to learners from age 18. It is recommended that learners hold one of a Level 3 Diploma, 3 GCE’s/A Levels or equivalent qualifications. OTHM centres must ensure learners are recruited with integrity onto appropriate qualifications and that they possess the required knowledge, understanding and skills to enrol and successfully achieve this qualification. The qualification is offered in English. English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit the OTHM English Language…

## Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management (Ofqual qualification number 610/6602/3). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

## Career path

Successful completion of the OTHM Extended Level 5 Diploma in Airline, Airport and Aviation Management qualification enables learners’ direct entry into Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree. University progression routes published by OTHM include: University College Birmingham: progress to BA (Hons) Aviation and Airport Management….

## Funding

Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.
