CU Denver Launching First-of-Its-Kind Executive MBA in Aviation

Inaugural cohort starts classes in January.

Zach Vasile

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 02:28 PM ET

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Edited By: Steve Spears

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Key Takeaways:

The University of Colorado Denver and Denver International Airport are partnering to launch a new, first-of-its-kind Executive MBA in Aviation, with the inaugural class set for January 2026.
This 18-month program is designed to develop future aviation industry leaders by providing a broad, ecosystem-wide perspective, integrating traditional MBA subjects with specialist aviation courses.
It aims to fill a critical gap in executive-level leadership training for experienced professionals across various aviation sectors, offering a flexible structure that includes classes at the airport and international residencies.

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The University of Colorado Denver is partnering with Denver International Airport (KDEN) to launch a first-of-its-kind executive MBA in aviation, with the aim of developing and training future industry leaders.

The program, which will welcome its inaugural class in January 2026, runs for eight terms over 18 months and is designed for professionals looking to broaden their perspective on aviation while moving up into leadership roles.