Managing Air Cargo Operations

4-day (32 hours) classroom course

Master the techniques of planning, building and managing Air Cargo Operations. In a world of increasing competition, a clear business strategy is crucial and more important than ever before. Learn how to define a correct business strategy and also to put that strategy into action. The techniques presented in this course will help you to save money, avoid risks, enhance your cargo operations and achieve profitable growth in today’s and tomorrow’s business environment. It will show you how to develop an effective Air Cargo Operations strategy and manage it successfully.

Course Code: CGC028VEEN02

Course format

• This classroom course provides 4 days (32 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• Take this course at an IATA Training Center, Regional Training Partner, or on-demand as in-house training.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment

Prerequisites

• Recommended level is Intermediate and Advanced.
• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

• When you click the Register button, you will be directed to log in to your Training Account.
• Register early and save up to 25% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount.

In-house training

To arrange in-house training for your company, please complete the in-house training request form or contact the Training Specialist in your region.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the Cargo operations management framework
• Gain insight on the development of strategies, initiatives to introduce and sustain competitive Cargo operations
• Focus on lean six sigma best practices, tools and models to develop and implement effective operations
• Understand the management tools and techniques used to manage day-to-day operations successfully
• Develop your management, finance, negotiation, and planning skills

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• Regulatory requirements for storage of medicinal products
• General requirements for storage areas for Time and Temperature Controlled Products
• Use of Electronic Data Logging Monitor (EDLMS)
• Pharma specific storage area requirements
• Temperature mapping study preparation and execution

Activities

• Business cases analyzing real life event
• Case study and individual presentation
• Final examination

This course is recommended for:

• Cargo operational staff with substantial cargo industry experience
• Airline station managers and supervisors responsible for cargo operations
• Cargo officers with some experience in the air cargo industry
• Ground operations managers and supervisors

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.