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Self-study courses enable you to focus on what matters most to you, with the choice to study either on your own or with the help of an Instructor at an IATA Authorized Training Center. The courses on offer are specifically designed to facilitate entry to the industry in a number of sectors. They are comprehensive, requiring 30-45 hours of study for most courses, putting you at the forefront of your chosen career. Some courses can be longer in terms of suggested study hours.

Course material is available in either e-book or e-learning format, and all self-study examinations are taken online. Each successful candidate will earn an IATA Certificate or Award, depending on the course selected and exam format.

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Found 114 courses and diplomas

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Harvard ManageMentor for IATA Students and Graduates

The HMM© training program delivers critical leadership and management skills when you need them most.

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Human Factors and Safety Management Fundamentals

Providing you with the principles of Human Factors and Safety Management Fundamentals and the necessary knowledge to foster and promote a positive safety culture within your organization

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Human Factors for Ground Operations - Fundamentals

Learn how to improve safety and effectiveness in your ground operations with these recommendations for reducing human error.

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IATA - Embry-Riddle Aviation Management Certificate

Addresses topics such as the overview and interdependence of the air transportation system and fundamental skills required of supervisors and/or managers

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IATA - Embry-Riddle Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate

This certificate program addresses topics such as basic cargo procedures, loading, sourcing, procurement, packaging, and distribution.

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Introduction to BSPlink

Explore BSP reporting, remittance processes, and BSPlink functionality, including portal access, reports, alerts, user management, and BSP/airline communications.

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Introduction to the Airline Industry in a Changing World

Start with the essentials. Learn everything you need to know to launch a career in the airline industry.

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Introduction to the Airline Industry in a Changing World for the Leadership & Management Training Program

Start with the essentials. Learn everything you need to know to launch a career in the airline industry.

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Introduction to the BSP System and Language

Learn how the IATA Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) benefits travel agencies, including its procedures, participants, and key terms for reporting airline ticket transactions.

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IOSA: Building the Mindset for Continuous Safety Improvement

Strengthen your safety mindset with IATA’s Introductory IOSA course. Gain essential knowledge of the IOSA audit process, performance‑based auditing, and how proactive safety management supports continuous improvement in airline operations. 

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Leadership & Management Training Program Diploma

Enhance your critical business knowledge and skills through this highly-acclaimed training program.

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Live Animals for Cargo Personnel

Learn how to comply with standards and international welfare regulations such as the IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR)

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  • Português
  • Español
  • 中文
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Live Animals for Passenger Handling Personnel

Learn how to comply with standards and international welfare regulations when shipping or accepting live animals for air transportation

  • English
  • Español
  • 中文
  • Português
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Live Animals Regulations (LAR) course (Special edition for IPATA)

Learn how to use IATA’s LAR Manual and how to comply with industry standards. Understand container requirements for live animals, how to protect their safety and welfare, and what to do in an emergency situation.

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Live Animals Regulations (LAR) course with LAR Manual

Use IATA's Live Animals Regulations manual to ship live animals safely and to comply with industry standards.

  • English
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Live Animals Regulations (LAR) course with LAR Manual (Special edition for IPATA)

Use IATA's Live Animals Regulations manual to ship live animals safely and to comply with industry standards.

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Managing the Travel Business Diploma

Improve your skills to supervise and manage a team, to initiate change and make business decisions based on sound negotiating strategies

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Managing the Travel Business Diploma (self-study)

Learn more about management roles and responsibilities in the travel industry, how to motivate and inspire employees, improve your negotiation skills and understand how to provide special interest travel and tour production.

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Managing the Travel Business Diploma for the Leadership & Management Program

Improve your skills to supervise and manage a team, to initiate change and make business decisions based on sound negotiating strategies

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Marketing Essentials for Aviation Professionals

Learn how to apply and understand the principles of marketing essentials specifically designed for the aviation industry.

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Network Development and Management Diploma

This diploma provides the basis and practical know-how to effectively develop the skills required to achieve key commercial objectives.

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ONE Record - Introductory

Gain the knowledge and skills to navigate this digital transformation, ultimately contributing to the advancement of the industry

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Overview of the Air Transportation System

An overview of the air transportation system, illustrating the interdependence among its components: airlines, airports, civil aviation authorities and air navigation services

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Passenger Experience Excellence Diploma

Designed to cover passenger experience and digital transformation trends to provide your passengers with a seamless, secure and efficient travel journey that is highly personalized.