The Curriculum
USAP’s Curriculum
The US. Airport Professional (USAP) accreditation program covers the full range of current airport management topics, including leadership development, business strategy, commercial management, finance, operations, safety, security, air service, and more. The USAP program is comprised of 6 e-learning courses. Learn about each module below.
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International Aviation Regulatory Framework
United States Aviation Regulatory Framework
United States Airport Framework
Role of Airports Council International – North America
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Airport Operating Management Structures
Airport Planning and Development
Airport Environmental Planning and Management
Airside Operations
Terminal and Landside Operations
Safety
Airline and Airport Flight Operations
Emergency Response
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Airport Security
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Crisis Response
Cybersecurity
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Airport Financial Management
Airport Financing/Funding
Aeronautical Revenue
Non-aeronautical Revenue
Ground Transportation Management
Airport Concessions
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Airport Stakeholder Relationships
Air Service
Marketing & Communications
Customer Experience
Procurement and Contracting
DBE and ACDBE
Sustainability
Innovation & Future Trends
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Strategy Overview
Organizational Development and Capacity
Change Management
Leadership Development
Talent Management
Airport Board Management and Engagement
Workforce of the Future
Latest Leadership Challenges