Building the labourforce
Highly skilled and qualified human resources are at the center of the aviation industry. This is why we focus on building relationships and programmes with key institutional education partners. We are working jointly with partners such as the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus and international partners like CAE, IATA, and ICAO to pursue initiatives that will ensure Barbados and the Caribbean sub-region expands its highly skilled professionals and certified technicians, engineers and other skilled personnel to serve the needs of the industry. By investing in the development of human capital, we are laying the foundation for a more robust and resilient aviation sector that is capable of adapting to the evolving demands of global aviation.
BAASeC creating pathways
The aviation sector is characterized by rapid technological advancements, stringent regulatory requirements, and a constant need for efficiency improvements. By prioritizing the continuous learning and professional growth of the labour force, BAASeC remains focused on ensuring that the industry is well-equipped and staffed to navigate these complexities.
Some key initiatives developed and supported include the:
- Executive Aviation Leadership Programme at the University of the West Indies Sagicor Cavehill School of Business and Management (SCHBSM)
- BAASeC Summer Internship
- Introduction to Aviation for School Leavers Summer School Programme
- Aviation Maintenance Apprenticeship Programme
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation with a Pilot License with the University of the West Indies, SCHSBM
- Aviation Leadership Development Programme for Middle Managers at the University of the West Indies, SCHSBM
- Aviation Short Courses
“The Barbados Aircraft and Aviation Service Company allowed me to experience a once in a lifetime moment, like being in a jet, in the ATC tower and meeting the airport CEO and multiple pilots… all of this has truly inspired me”
– Rajad (14)
BBA in Aviation Management (with ab-initio pilot training)
The Sagicor Cave Hill School of Business and Management at the University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus has launched its innovative Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Aviation Management and its BBA in Aviation Management with a Pilot License. Both programmes are designed to provide students with nuanced insights into the aviation ecosystem preparing them for managerial roles across the aviation industry. The undergraduate coursework provides students with opportunities to examine various components of aviation management including airport operations and management, air traffic management, aviation safety and security, global airline management and aviation law. Students undertaking the BBA with a pilot license are poised to receive the highest quality of flight training instruction at the CAE headquarters in Phoenix Arizona. More information about the programme can be retrieved here.
