Module Details

Module Code: MGMT9072
Title: Aviation Governance&Regulation
Long Title: Aviation Governance & Regulation
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2021/22 ( January 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module explores the vast complex landscape in which the aviation industry operates, an industry that is subject to rigorous regulation and oversight. The requirement for compliance is paramount and must be treated as a partner to safety, its effective implementation impacting all activities of the industry. This module looks at the regulatory environment and how it can shape the aviation industry and its stakeholders.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Evaluate the effects of regulation on the aviation sector and the importance of its effective implementation.
LO2 Discuss the importance of a strong safety oriented culture and the benefits to the aviation sector and its stakeholders of an open, no-blame environment.
LO3 Critically evaluate the various levels of risks and threats that are present in the industry and the mitigation strategies that can be implemented, and how new mitigation strategies can be formed.
LO4 Evaluate the importance of collaborative relationships between culturally and geographically different stakeholders and the formation of partnerships to deliver objectives.
LO5 Critically discuss how advances in technology, processes and procedures are affecting the regulatory environment, and how change is driving a new way of forming and implementing regulations with specific reference to sustainability.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Regulation formation and rule-making, airports and airlines, ICAO
Understand the methodology behind how and why regulations are implemented, updated and upheld. The distinction between airport and airline regulations and responsibility. Involvement of ICAO in designing, recommending and implementing regulations. The role of governance in aviation. Responsibility of domestic and international authorities. Compliance based vs performance based approach to regulation.
Safety culture and reporting
Just culture, investigating incidents and breaches, providing a platform for reporting infringements. Use of ICAO Annex 19. The contribution of reporting to air safety and the use of lessons learned. Management and analysis of data. Various types and levels of reporting, investigation of reports, development and importance of safety culture. Ethics (individual and corporate).
Managing risk and compliance:
The need for risk assessment, theories and models. Analysing different types of risk and the related mitigation strategies. Crisis plans and areas of control, response strategies. Evolution of risk and the effects of changing demographics and evolving business models. Impact of changing regulations. Interaction between states and governing bodies. The regulatory framework for security, impact of regulations on security,
Monitoring and oversight of regulations
Relationships with industry partners, creating and maintaining productive partnerships, methods of communication, delivering findings of investigations, process changes and regional adaptations. Jurisdiction and cultural differences and managing the relationships within. Ensuring effective oversight and safety assurance. Engagement and cooperation with service providers.
Changing regulatory requirements
Effects of technology on regulation and the evolving regulatory environment. Adapting regulatory environment for new sectors, drones, EVTOL’s and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Amending, adapting and redesigning of regulations for revised areas of focus. Addressing issues of increasing importance - environment, capacity, managing growth of aviation sector. Implications for infrastructure with new flight technology.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
Review of Regulatory Challenges
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 2,4,5
Assessment Description
E.g. Report with presentation looking at regulatory challenges of working in Aviation sector
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures on Governance and Regulation, guest lectures class discussion/case study review Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed and Independent study Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures on Governance and Regulation, guest lectures class discussion/case study review Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed study Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Micklewaithe, A, Dimond, P. (2017), Driven to the Brink: Why Corporate Governance, Board Leadership and Culture Matter, 3rd. Palgrave McMillan, [ISBN: 9781137590510].
  • Hughes, V.. (2021), Airline Governance The Right Direction, 1st. Routledge, [ISBN: 9781138610729].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BAVMA_9 Master of Business Administration with Aviation Management 2 Mandatory