Build confidence and capability in your first aviation role
What you will gain
- Clear understanding of aviation operations and processes
- Familiarity with international regulations and standards
- Improved job performance and workplace confidence
- Preparation for advanced or role‑specific training
Who these courses are for
- Professionals in their first aviation role
- Career changers entering the aviation industry
- Junior staff seeking operational understanding
- Employees preparing for increased responsibility
Why start with IATA training?
- Training aligned with global aviation standards
- Courses developed with industry expertise
- Certificates recognised across the aviation sector
Training aligned with real operations
Early‑career courses are designed to support professionals who need to understand how their role fits into the wider aviation system. Content is practical, scenario‑based, and aligned with international regulations and industry best practices.
Found 562 courses and diplomas
Airlines Understanding and Adopting NDC
An in depth review of New Distribution Capability (NDC) for airlines to build your business case and deployment options for your distribution strategy.
Airport Certification and Infrastructure Standards
Review aerodrome operator obligations based on ICAO Annex 14 in order to assess your facility’s level of compliance. Learn how to recommend structural changes and improve day-to-day operations.
- Español
- English
Airport Charges in Practice: Regulation, Costs, and Stakeholder Consultation
Providing a practical understanding of how airport charges are structured, the cost and investment drivers behind pricing decisions, and how to analyse charge models and engage effectively in consultation processes.
Airport Command and Control – Smart AOCC
Learn about a method to define the size of an AOCC, to set up documents for the procurement process of systems and equipment based on your organizational structure
Airport Development and Infrastructure Design
Learn IATA best practices and key principles from the Airport Development Reference Manual (ADRM) to plan and expand airport infrastructure.
Airport Financial Management
Learn the essentials to manage a profitable airport: how to assess financial performance, control costs and analyze the impact of industry financial trends on airport strategy and operations.
Airport Marketing & Corporate Communications Strategies
Tools to maximize profit within your catchment area by attracting retailers and service providers. Learn to customize your marketing campaigns to bring in new airlines and higher flight frequencies.
Airport Master Planning
Learn strategic planning and design to help you plan for new infrastructure and land design that optimize airport operations and customer service.
Airport Operations - Advanced
Practical knowledge to manage key airport operations efficiently and safely while meeting your stakeholders' operational requirements.
- Español
- English
Airport Operations Foundation Diploma (self-study)
Prepare for a career in airport and ground operations with this diploma. Explore key areas to perform tasks safely and efficiently in a dynamic aviation environment.
Airport Ramp Services with IGOM
Improve your understanding of ground service tasks and procedures, including safety and security measures.
Airport Route Development and Commercial Management
Modern airports are self-sustained complex businesses with revenue targets. Form commercial development strategies to help you maximize revenue through aeronautical and non-aeronautical activities.
Airport Security Operations Optimization
Learn the basics of operational aviation security with an overview of recent threats and technological developments. Review ICAO and IATA documentation plus standard international procedures.
- English
- Español
Airport Security Operations Optimization
Learn the basics of operational aviation security with an overview of recent threats and technological developments. Review ICAO and IATA documentation plus standard international procedures.
- English
- Español
Airport Slot Coordination: Policy and Regulation
Develop a better and balanced understanding of the challenges that the aviation industry faces as a result of insufficient airport infrastructure across all regions of the world.