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Best institutions to study Transportation/Mobility Management

CIP 52.0209

A program that focuses on the theory, policy, law, and practices required to administrate and operate public transportation facilities, networks, services, and systems.

31 U.S. institutions graduated 502 Transportation/Mobility Management students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 52.0209, a specialization of Business Administration (CIP 52.02), and leads most directly to the Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers occupation (BLS SOC 11-3071).

Institutions
31
offering CIP 52.0209
States offered
16
with graduates reported
Graduates / yr
502
IPEDS completions 2024–25
Women
39%
share of graduates
US median pay · Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
$107,230
BLS OEWS May 2025
Share of Business Administration
0.1%
of all Business Administration graduates

About Transportation/Mobility Management programs

Official NCES definition · CIP 52.0209
A program that focuses on the theory, policy, law, and practices required to administrate and operate public transportation facilities, networks, services, and systems. Includes instruction in demand analysis and forecasting, environmental planning, facilities design and construction, geographic information systems (GIS), logistics, multi- and intermodal transportation systems, project management, public administration, public policy, transportation economics, transportation law, transportation operations, transportation systems, and transportation technologies.
Also offered asMobility ManagementAir MobilitySea MobilityFreight ForwardingCustoms BrokerTransportation Administration and Management

See also: 44.0403 - Transportation and Infrastructure Planning/Studies.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).

The Transportation/Mobility Management program, part of the Business Administration field, focuses on the theory, policy, law, and practices necessary to manage public transportation facilities and systems. This program is ideal for students interested in the logistics and administration of transportation networks, offering a comprehensive understanding of mobility management across various modes of transport.

What you'll learn

Students will gain essential skills in demand analysis, environmental planning, project management, and the use of geographic information systems (GIS). Coursework covers transportation economics, operations, and technologies, equipping graduates with the knowledge needed for effective transportation management.

Credentials awarded

What Transportation/Mobility Management graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).

  • Award of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year225 graduates / yr · 13 institutions
    45%
  • Master's degree119 graduates / yr · 9 institutions
    24%
  • Bachelor's degree97 graduates / yr · 4 institutions
    19%
  • Associate's degree50 graduates / yr · 10 institutions
    10%
  • Postbaccalaureate certificate8 graduates / yr · 3 institutions
    1.6%
  • Doctor's degree - research/scholarship3 graduates / yr · 1 institution
    0.6%

Graduates over time

Transportation/Mobility Management completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.

502graduates in 2025
+78% since 2012
749 · 202120122025282502
Graduates per year (IPEDS completions)
YearGraduates
2012282
2013657
2014631
2015627
2016652
2017738
2018661
2019727
2020653
2021749
2022637
2023590
2024575
2025502

Top 31 institutions for Transportation/Mobility Management, ranked by graduates

Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.

#InstitutionGraduates / yrGrad rateNet priceField earnings* (1 yr)
1Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, INPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
11640%—$38,291
2Texas A&M University - College Station
College Station, TXPublicBachelor'sMaster's
6484%—$59,306
3SUNY Maritime College
Throggs Neck, NYPublicMaster's
5764%——
4Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's
3837%—$44,902
5North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NCPublicBachelor'sPost-degree cert.
3657%—$45,114
6Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TXPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's
2834%—$38,168
7Miami Dade College
Miami, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
2346%—$32,338
8Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's
1839%—$48,880
9College of Central Florida
Ocala, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's
1844%—$40,202
10University of Wisconsin - Superior
Superior, WIPublicBachelor's
1542%—$45,999
11University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSPublicMaster's
1449%—$38,757
12University of Denver
Denver, COPrivate not-for-profitMaster's
1176%$29,726—
13Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's
841%—$43,450
14St Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
738%—$46,632
15Texas Southern University
Houston, TXPublicBachelor's
722%—$40,304
16Kent State University at Kent
Kent, OHPublicMaster's
564%—$43,509
17South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SCPublicMaster's
537%—$25,518
18Polk State College
Winter Haven, FLPublicAssociate's
435%—$45,921
19Clemson University
Clemson, SCPublicMaster's
487%—$47,260
20Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MDPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
331%——
21North Dakota State University - Main Campus
Fargo, NDPublicDoctoral
364%—$48,105
22Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore, MDPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
319%——
23Mountwest Community and Technical College
Huntington, WVPublicAssociate's
319%——
24Hillsborough College
Tampa, FLPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
234%—$37,006
25Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MDPublicAssociate's
239%——
26Portland State University
Portland, ORPublicPost-degree cert.
253%—$51,358
27Lamar University
Beaumont, TXPublicMaster's
237%—$38,970
28Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZPublicPost-degree cert.
168%—$61,117
29Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FLPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
139%—$44,481
30Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FLPrivate not-for-profitMaster's
164%$33,585$63,708
31University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Amherst, MAPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year
183%—$64,138

* Median earnings 1 year after graduation for the broader Business Administration field (CIP 52.02) at these institutions; College Scorecard does not publish earnings at the 6-digit level.

Offered in 16 states

Where Transportation/Mobility Management graduates come from. Each state links to all Business Administration programs offered there.

Careers & outlook

The payoff after graduation: occupation 11-3071, Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers, and its national outlook.

Graduates of the Transportation/Mobility Management program can pursue careers as Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers. The job outlook is promising, with a growth rate of 6.1% and approximately 18,500 annual openings. The median wage for this occupation is $102,010, typically requiring at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+6.1%
Faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~18,500
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$102,010
typically High school diploma or equivalent
National employment
221,180
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
US average pay
$121,600
annual, BLS OEWS May 2025
US median pay
$107,230
annual

Top-paying metros

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
$181,050avg
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA
$156,560avg
Trenton-Princeton, NJ
$154,010avg
Decatur, IL
$152,410avg
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA
$151,070avg

Career pathways for CIP 52.0209

The occupations the NCES crosswalk maps this 6-digit code to, with BLS pay and 10-year outlook.

OccupationUS median payGrowthOpenings / yrTypical entry education
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managersprimary
SOC 11-3071
$107,230+6.1%
Faster than average
~18,500High school diploma or equivalent
Preparation needed

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Education
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Experience
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Training
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Related careers

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
$121,600 avg · 221,180 jobs

Skills & knowledge in Transportation/Mobility Management programs

From the U.S. Dept. of Labor for the occupation this specialization most leads to.

Skills you'll build

Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Active Learning
Writing
Learning Strategies

Knowledge areas

Transportation
Administration and Management
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Mathematics
Personnel and Human Resources

Abilities that matter most

Oral Comprehension
Written Comprehension
Written Expression
Problem Sensitivity
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning

Day-to-day work activities

Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Getting Information
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Working with Computers
Developing and Building Teams

What graduates do on the job

  • Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
  • Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
  • Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
  • Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
  • Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
  • Analyze all aspects of corporate logistics to determine the most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products or supplies.

Tools and technology used

3PL CentralABOL Manifest SystemsAirline global distribution systems GDS softwareAljex InventoryALK Technologies FleetSuiteALK Technologies PC*MilerAmber RoadArgos Software ABECAS Insight FMS

Other Business Administration specializations

The 16 other 6-digit CIP codes under Business Administration (CIP 52.02).

Common questions

What types of degrees can I earn in this program?+

You can earn various credentials, including awards of at least 12 weeks, master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and associate's degrees.

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop skills in critical thinking, active listening, monitoring, and effective communication.

What are the primary career options after graduation?+

The primary career option is as a Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Manager.

What is the job outlook for this field?+

The job outlook is faster than average, with a projected growth of 6.1% and about 18,500 annual openings.

What is the CIP code for Transportation/Mobility Management?+

Transportation/Mobility Management is CIP 52.0209 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Business Administration (CIP 52.02). NCES defines it as: A program that focuses on the theory, policy, law, and practices required to administrate and operate public transportation facilities, networks, services, and systems. Includes instruction in demand analysis and forecasting, environmental planning, facilities design and construction, geographic information systems (GIS), logistics, multi- and intermodal transportation systems, project management, public administration, public policy, transportation economics, transportation law, transportation operations, transportation systems, and transportation technologies.

How many institutions offer Transportation/Mobility Management programs?+

31 U.S. institutions reported Transportation/Mobility Management graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 16 states, awarding 502 credentials in the year. That is 0.1% of all Business Administration graduates.

How much do Transportation/Mobility Management graduates earn?+

Earnings are not published at the 6-digit CIP level by any federal source. The Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers occupation, which Transportation/Mobility Management most directly leads to, pays a median of $107,230 a year nationally (BLS OEWS May 2025), and graduates of the broader Business Administration field report median earnings of $44,902 one year after graduation (College Scorecard).

About the data on this page

Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.

IPEDSFall 2025–26 release, published July 28, 2026
Enrollment, completions, graduation rates, tuition, financial aid, staffing, and finance for every U.S. institution in federal student aid programs.
College ScorecardJune 10, 2026 release (merged 2025–26 files)
Institution and field-of-study costs, graduate earnings, debt, completion, and admissions outcomes compiled from federal aid records, tax data, and IPEDS.
BLS wages & outlookOEWS May 2025 release
Occupational employment and wage estimates plus 10-year job outlook, used to connect programs to real-world earnings.

Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.

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