STARTING January 2018, the University of Guyana (UG) will offer persons an opportunity to qualify for a Certificate in Aviation Management, the first such programme of its kind being offered in more than two decades.

According to an advertisement, the new one-year programme will be offered by the university’s Faculty of Technology. UG noted that the entry requirements for the programme require the applicant to hold either academic or non-academic qualifications.
Academic requirements include passes in five subjects at the GCE/CSEC examinations including English Language and Mathematics.
For non-academic applicants, persons must have three years’ experience as a pilot, licensed aircraft maintenance engineer or in air traffic control under the purview of the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).

In addition persons must present evidence of being involved in the sector for more than five years as well as knowledge and understanding of the Guyana Civil Aviation Regulations (GCAR).
Several aviation professionals have welcomed the new initiative being offered by the university. In the mid-1990s, UG offered a diploma programme in aviation. However, reports are that response by applicants was poor.