Most aviation management programs are designed for students who wish to work in business positions within this industry. Students may take courses in aviation, management, operations and safety, along with general courses in math, science, communication and business.

Officially known as the Italian Republic, the country is found in southern Europe. The official language is Italian and the cultural rich capital is Rome. Many of the world's oldest universities are located in Italy, in particular the University of Bologna (founded in 1088). There are three Superior Graduate Schools with "university status", three institutes with the status of Doctoral Colleges, which function at graduate and post-graduate level.