Commercial Aviation Management (CAM)

The Commercial Aviation Management (CAM) program at the Western University is a steppingstone to a career in aviation.  CAM students will graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Organizational Studies (BMOS), with specialized courses in aviation management.  In Canada, this type of aviation education is available exclusively at Western University.

The CAM program was developed in response to the changing Canadian aviation industry, which is increasingly requiring a university degree.  Whether pursuing a position as a pilot, manager, or other professional career; the aviation industry values the skills acquired through a university education.  The sky is the limit for graduates of the CAM program as many choose to begin their careers, many others decide to pursue advanced education.  CAM alumni have gone on to successfully complete law school and MBAs to broaden their professional horizons.

Within the CAM program, students have the option of combining their four-year Bachelor’s degree with professional pilot flight training.  CAM students graduating with the Flight Option would receive a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Organizational Studies and a Transport Canada approved Integrated Commercial Pilot’s License (ICPL) with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings.  These credentials allow one to act as a professional pilot while being capable of assuming management responsibilities, both on the ground and in the air.  In addition, as pilots are required to hold a valid medical certificate, in the unfortunate event of an unforeseen medical issue a BMOS degree allows students to pursue professional positions in aviation management (which is not an option with a college-level pilot program).