Business Courses
Business curriculum at Embry-Riddle is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders and managers in the aviation and aerospace industry.
Courses promote entrepreneurship and discovery while adding value to students’ lives and careers.
Dual Enrollment Students have the opportunity to choose from a variety of courses areas such as Management, Leadership, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and more!

A comprehensive overview of relevant management principles and practices as applied in contemporary organizations, this course focuses on management theories, philosophies, and functions.
Available: Online and In Classroom
Pre-Reqs: None
Credit Hours: 3
An introductory course in aeronautics to provide students an orientation in aviation and other aerospace related topics appropriate to management degree programs. Subjects include aviation careers; the science of flight; aviation safety managerial responsibilities; passenger and cargo security issues; safety and human factors issues; aircraft airworthiness certifications; aviation resources; the aviation environment; and meteorology.
Available: Online & In Classroom
Pre-Reqs: None
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces the student to accounting information systems and financial reports. Included are accounting concepts and analysis and interpretation of financial reports, with an emphasis on the operating activities of aviation-related businesses.
Available: Online & In Classroom
Pre-Reqs: None
Credit Hours: 3
The course integrates many theories, concepts, and methodologies related to the implementation and use of Information Systems within an enterprise. Special attention is given to the following topics: Digital technology; Winning, engaging, and retaining consumers; Optimizing performance with enterprise systems and analytics; Managing business relationships, projects and codes of ethics.
Available: Online & In Classroom
Pre-Reqs: None
Credit Hours: 3
Available: Online Only
Pre-Reqs: None
Credit Hours: 3
This course emphasizes several models and strategies for critical thinking within a leadership context. Additional topics include digital literacy tools; library research; and written communication.
Available: Online Only
Pre-Reqs: None
Credit Hours: 3
In this course, students will explore the historical roots of modern leadership theory. The course will take an in-depth look at the societal, cultural, economic, and political environment that led to the forming of specific leadership theories. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the context of leadership theories and then applying that context to one’s own environment.
Available: Online Only
Pre-Reqs: BSLD 275
Credit Hours: 3