Course in KPIs in Airport Operations
Online 300-hour course in KPIs in Airport Operations. 6 modules covering Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/317, the European Single Sky performance scheme, Regulation (EU) 139/2014, requirements and procedures for aerodromes, and Microsoft Power BI. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course in KPIs in Airport Operations — studying from the United States
Civil and transportation engineering is a large and visible sector in the United States, supported by federal infrastructure investment and active state and municipal programs. Major firms such as AECOM, Jacobs and Kiewit work on highways, bridges, rail and water systems nationwide. Rail engineering, centered on corridors in the Northeast, Midwest and California, is expanding with passenger and freight modernization. Smart city initiatives in cities like Pittsburgh, Boston and Austin integrate sensors, data platforms and digital twins into infrastructure planning and operations.
Fees for the United States: US$890 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
What US professional bodies and licences apply to civil and rail engineering?
In the US, civil engineers can obtain the Professional Engineer (PE) licence from state boards, which is often required for public infrastructure sign-off. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is the main professional body. Rail is overseen federally by the Federal Railroad Administration. SEIUM's private qualifications are not official degrees or PE-equivalent credentials, so employers and licensing boards decide any recognition.
Do US civil, rail and smart-city employers value private online engineering qualifications?
US public agencies and engineering firms typically require ABET-accredited degrees, PE licensure for certain roles, and relevant project experience. A private online qualification can support specialist knowledge in areas such as smart infrastructure, but it is not a standard requirement for licensed roles. Its usefulness depends on the employer's policies and on your practical background.
Can a US professional study this part-time while working, and what does the commitment look like?
Yes, the programmes are online, taught in English, and do not require a student visa. The time commitment is about 1,900 hours for a master's, 800 hours for a postgraduate diploma, or 300 hours for a specialist course, so planning is important. Each student has an assigned technical tutor. Fees can be paid in instalments, and some employers sponsor training, so check with yours.
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What you will be able to do
Understand airport performance measurement frameworks.
Calculate airside operational indicators.
Measure landside service quality and passenger experience.
Integrate economic, environmental and safety indicators.
Carry out benchmarking exercises between airports.
Design dashboards and performance management systems.
Implement a KPI system for an airport.
Who it's for
- Airport performance analyst looking to specialise in KPIs in Airport Operations.
- Quality manager looking to specialise in KPIs in Airport Operations.
- Management controller looking to specialise in KPIs in Airport Operations.
- Operations technician looking to specialise in KPIs in Airport Operations.
- Airport consultant looking to specialise in KPIs in Airport Operations.
- Aviation data analyst looking to specialise in KPIs in Airport Operations.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter airport management.
What you'll work with
- Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/317, European Single Sky performance scheme
- Regulation (EU) 139/2014, requirements and procedures for aerodromes
- ICAO Document 9859, Safety Management Manual
- ACI Guide to Airport Performance Measures
- IATA Airport Development Reference Manual
- Directive 2009/12/EC, airport charges
- Regulation (EC) 1107/2006, rights of persons with reduced mobility when travelling by air
- ISO 9001, quality management systems
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Why measure: strategy and regulation1.2Types of airport indicators1.3ACI KPI guide1.4Eurocontrol performance framework1.5Capacity and demand indicators1.6Service quality indicators1.7Financial indicators for the airport operator1.8Safety indicators1.9Environmental indicators for the airport1.10Case study: indicator map for an airport
2.1Punctuality and delays2.2Additional taxi times2.3Declared capacity and runway utilisation2.4Slot compliance2.5Turnaround times2.6Stand occupancy2.7A-CDM compliance indicators2.8Data sources: AODB and radar2.9Normalisation by traffic2.10Workshop: calculating punctuality and taxi times
3.1Security queuing times3.2Check-in and boarding times3.3Baggage delivery3.4Mishandled baggage3.5IATA level of service3.6Passenger satisfaction: ASQ3.7Accessibility and PRM assistance3.8Modal split of access3.9Commercial revenue per passenger3.10Practice: queue analysis using sensor data
4.1Revenue and costs per traffic unit4.2EBITDA and profitability4.3Staff productivity4.4Carbon footprint per passenger4.5Noise and population affected4.6SPI safety indicators4.7Runway incursions4.8Maintenance indicators4.9International airport benchmarking4.10Case study: benchmarking five European airports
5.1Dashboard design5.2Data sources and data quality5.3Visualising indicators with Power BI5.4Objectives and targets5.5Performance review5.6Service level agreements with handling agents5.7Incentives and penalties5.8Predictive analytics for delays and queues5.9Indicator governance5.10Laboratory: operational dashboard in Power BI
6.1Airport selection6.2Airport strategic objectives6.3Selection of airport indicators6.4Methodology sheets for airport KPIs6.5Operational data sources6.6Airport dashboard6.7Targets and thresholds6.8Review plan6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment period, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Python with pandas, SQL Server, Microsoft Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for calculating punctuality and capacity indicators, benchmarking between airports, and designing a performance dashboard. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Understand airport performance measurement frameworks.
Calculate airside operational indicators.
Measure landside service quality and passenger experience.
Integrate economic, environmental and safety indicators.
Carry out benchmarking exercises between airports.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of between 10 and 15 hours a week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Python with pandas, SQL Server and Microsoft Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the open-source alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM Institute diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the final integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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