The inaugural ISTAT University (ISTAT U) Online Program launched 17 October with 10 students enrolled representing seven countries. This online program, offered by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide, provides an overview of the many facets of the aviation finance and leasing industry and exposes students to real world concepts and methodologies. The course materials have been developed by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach faculty working in partnership with ISTAT industry practitioners.

Through this web-based education program, students engage in topics such as aircraft leasing and funding, lease negotiation, risk management, aviation legal framework, transaction modeling and maintenance reserves.

Learn more about ISTAT U opportunities by visiting www.istat.org/istatu.