IATA –The International Air Transport Association (IATA), with its Headquarters in Montreal, Canada, is the Trade Association for the world’s airlines, representing some 250 airlines or 84% of total air traffic. IATA supports many areas of aviation activity and formulates industry policies and guidelines on critical aviation issues which are implemented worldwide.
A guiding concept of IATA’s structure is “Global Development, Regional Delivery”,. VidyaBharathi’s aviation courses in Ernakulam are offered on a standalone basis and also as add on programs with logistics and Hotel Management courses. Our special B.Com students will also be offered IATA Travel and Tourism diploma programs. In-house training is also available on various IATA Programs. VidyaBharathi aviation institute has a pool of well-qualified members of faculty consisting of senior officials from the industry who have vast teaching and training experience in IATA courses. The IATA courses from VidyaBharathi are ideal for young professionals looking to get a head start in the profession, introducing the skills and capabilities expected by the world’s leading airlines/ airports. Special emphasis is given to customer service and procedures, operational functions of airports, broad understating of the cargo agency and operations and basics of the travel and tourism industry thus making us the best aviation institute in Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala.
Vidyabharathi offers the following diploma programs
- Travel &Tourism and Airport Operations -COMBO COURSE: A unique offer from Vidyabharathi
One Year Combo offer facilitating the award of IATA Diploma in Travel & Tourism and Diploma in Airport Operations with our add-on Amadeus CRS Certification and Certificate in International Tourism Awareness
- Minimum +2 or any Graduation
- Duration: One year
- Two IATA Diploma Examinations within the course period + Amadeus CRS exam
Award Diploma in: Travel &Tourism Foundation / Diploma in Airport Operations
- Eligibility: Minimum +2
- Duration: 6 Months
- Add on: Amadeus CRS certification
- ALL IATA DIPLOMAS AWARDED BY IATA, MONTREAL, CANADA, are accepted by all aviation sectors worldwide
- Your Passport to an international aviation career
- IATA Diploma in Cargo Introductory
Gain a broad understanding of Cargo Agency and airline operations and be able to offer accurate advice to clients regarding shipments in accordance with IATA resolutions. Learn about basic IATA cargo rules and procedures, how freight forwarders and airline cargo units operate.
- Key benefits of this course
- Identify air cargo terms and expressions
- Control and maximizing the use of space in aircraft holds
- Understand aircraft routings and industry manuals such as TACT and OAG World Airways Guides
- Apply basic rating principles and state and operator variation
- Follow IATA standards to accept cargo and complete documents and improve customer service
- Key Topics
- Air Waybill completion and basic rating
- The operation of freight forwarders
- The operation of airline cargo units
- IATA geography, TACT, AOG, and other cargo manuals
- Basic Cargo procedures
- Shipping charges apply for courses purchased in printed format. Complete details will be provided at the time of purchase
- Who should attend?
- Cargo Industry entry-level staff Cargo agents and Freight Forwarders
- Cargo Operations managers
- Cargo Training Specialists
- IATA Diploma in Airport Operations
Learn everything you need to know about the operational functions of an airport and become a part of the fascinating world of the aviation industry. Starting a career or wishing to expand your knowledge in airports? Get the essential knowledge you need to succeed.
- Upon completing this course you will have the skills to
- Know the history of aviation and understand the role airports play in the economy
- Discover the various airport customers and partners
- Gain knowledge about the multiple operational and business functions of airports
- Acquire the tools to apply your knowledge and skills to your airport environment
- Key topics
- Operational functions of the airport
- Rescue, fire fighting and other support services
- Airport issues and challenges
- The future of airports
- Technological developments
- Whom is this course designed for?
- Recently appointed airport staff
- Travel industry staff
- Newcomers to the industry
- IATA TRAVEL and TOURISM: Foundation Diploma
This course is an entry-level course that opens doors into the exciting world of Travel and Tourism. Study the basics of the travel and tourism industry and understand what it takes to become a successful travel agent. Improve your customer service and sales skills in order to better advise clients about when and where to travel based on their needs. Learn how to provide the best flight, accommodation and tour options, and how to ensure clients fulfil all necessary travel requirements.
- By completing this diploma you will be able to
- Provide excellent customer service and build customer loyalty
- Understand the various services and facilities available to airline passengers during their travel
- Advise customers on passport and visa requirements, as well as on travel insurance options
- Plan and reserve travel itineraries using standard industry coding
- Sell rail travel, car rental, hotel accommodation, cruises and pre-packaged tour products
- Book and sell travel products using Global Distribution Systems (GDS) such as Abacus, Amadeus, Galileo or Sabre
- Key benefits of this course
- Plan efficient customer itineraries using polished geography skills
- Arrange travel using standard industry coding and GDS technology
- Advise customers on travel documents and health requirements, and share the benefits of travel insurance
- Assess features and benefits of travel products, including rail, car rental, cruise, accommodations, and tours
- Price and ticket basic air itineraries
- Who should attend?
- Travel agents
- Airline reservation agents
- Tour operators
- Call centre agents
- Entry-level staff
