The Essential Soft Skills for NextGen Aviation Professionals Programme is designed to provide an overview of critical soft skills, leadership abilities, and communication strategies essential for aviation careers. This programme is part of a larger effort to support sustainable growth in the aviation sector by fostering a skilled workforce with strong interpersonal and professional competencies.

Upon completion of this programme, the participant will be able to:

• Recognize effective and ineffective communication, including active listening and conflict management.
• Understand the value of teamwork, different work styles, roles, and the importance of diversity in the workplace.
• Explain ways to improve efficiency and manage work stress, including quick coping strategies and preventing long-term negative effects.
• Gain essential skills for delivering engaging presentations, from preparation to connecting with the audience.
• Describe the key qualities and attributes of aviation professionals and the basics of ethical decision-making.

Primary target audience: 

• Young Professionals Aspiring to Enter the Aviation Industry: Individuals who are early in their careers looking to break into the aviation sector seek foundational knowledge and industry-specific skills.

• Junior Professionals Seeking to Enhance Their Skills: Those already in the aviation industry want to deepen their knowledge and advance their careers by building on their expertise.

• Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs): Those interested in broadening their understanding of the aviation industry and its evolving landscape, particularly from the perspective of new entrants into the field.

Secondary target audience: 

• Graduating University and College Students: Final-year students who are about to enter the workforce and are interested in starting a career in the aviation industry.