Aviation Business

In early October, the Aviation Business classes, taught by Antonio Noel Pruisen, commenced. These classes began later than planned due to personal circumstances of the instructor. During the Aviation Business course, we undertook two case studies designed to teach us how to conduct targeted research on topics related to companies in the aviation industry. One case study focused on specific aspects within an airline, and I chose to explore KLM. Subsequently, we worked in groups on a common case study about London Heathrow Airport. Both assignments were given relatively late, leaving us with limited time and other competing priorities. It was unfortunate that time constraints hindered the depth of attention I would have liked to dedicate to these projects.

I found it disappointing that we had so little time, as I would have preferred to invest more time and attention into the assignments. The Heathrow Airport assignment was initially vague, causing a delayed start, but fortunately, we could seek clarification from Antonio to ensure understanding. Due to the rushed nature of the tasks, the outcomes were not as comprehensive as hoped. Additionally, I believe the Heathrow assignment was overly ambitious for the time allocated, and the expectations regarding our work were unclear. The task demanded a considerable amount of knowledge, and while I believe we possessed the necessary expertise, retrieving and applying it swiftly proved challenging, especially given our focus on an upcoming conference that required substantial preparation.

Despite the challenges, I appreciated the presentation component of the course. However, presenting was challenging for me since I was not well-versed in the subject matter, leading to feelings of uncertainty about delivering information accurately. The preparation for this presentation was also hampered as I was heavily involved in securing sponsors for the conference.

Nevertheless, the presentation and the subsequent feedback from Antonio were valuable. When I faltered and forgot my script, I resorted to reading from my notes, which left me feeling like I had failed. Antonio's feedback, however, was surprisingly positive. He acknowledged the quality of the information I had gathered, stating that I had thoroughly delved into the subject. Antonio suggested that my perceived lack of confidence might be causing me to doubt my knowledge, even though I likely knew the material well.

I have taken this feedback to heart and have since worked on building confidence, striving to believe in my capabilities. Learning to cope with time pressure during these assignments will undoubtedly prove beneficial in my future experiences in the demanding business environment.

In conclusion, while the Aviation Business course presented its share of time constraints and uncertainties, the feedback and lessons derived from the challenges have proven instrumental in my personal and professional development. Armed with newfound insights and a commitment to self-confidence, I am ready to face future academic endeavors and workplace challenges with resilience and a positive mindset.