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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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Fundamental Skills in Journey Pricing and Ticketing

Learn the language of fare construction and fare rules so you provide your customers with the best advice and the lowest fare for their air itinerary.

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Fundamentals of the Air Transport System - Carleton University

The Fundamentals of the Air Transport System - Carleton University course provides a roadmap to the understanding of the air transport industry.

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Fundamentals of Tourism: Industry Overview and the Role of Aviation

Discover how aviation drives tourism in IATA’s 4-day course—ideal for tourism professionals and government stakeholders.

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Fundamentals of Tourism: Industry Overview and the Role of Aviation

Discover how aviation drives tourism in IATA’s 4-day course—ideal for tourism professionals and government stakeholders.

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General Aviation Management Diploma

Advance your aviation career with the IATA General Aviation Management Diploma. Gain practical and strategic management skills without interrupting your professional journey.

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Geography in Travel Planning

Study world geography and time zones to better advise your clients on travel destinations and tours.

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Global Aviation Competition/Antitrust Law

Gain a clear understanding of the relevant practical issues of EU competition substantive rules, as well as EU institutions and their rules.

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Global Aviation Competition/Antitrust Law

Gain a clear understanding of the relevant practical issues of EU competition substantive rules, as well as EU institutions and their rules.

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Global Distribution Systems Fares and Ticketing - Travelport+

Explore and interpret the Travelport+ Global Distribution Systems Fares (GDS) by using mileage system pricing

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Global Distribution Systems Fares and Ticketing - AMADEUS

Explore and interpret the Amadeus Global Distribution Systems Fares (GDS) by using mileage system pricing.

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Global Distribution Systems Fares and Ticketing - SABRE

Explore and interpret the Sabre Global Distribution Systems Fares (GDS) by using mileage system pricing.

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Global Reporting Format (GRF) for Runway Surface Conditions - Air Navigation Service Providers

Get to know the fundamental changes in the new reporting system related to the introduction of Runway Condition Code (RWYCC).

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Global Reporting Format (GRF) for Runway Surface Conditions

Aimed to assist flight crew to understand and use the new GRF runway condition reporting requirements

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Ground Operations Diploma

Advance your career in ground handling with the IATA Ground Operations Diploma. Gain practical skills in managing airside and landside operations, station performance, safety, and service quality.

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Ground Operations Management with AHM

Learn how to supervise an airline station in a self-handled or out-sourced environment. Study the latest trends in passenger and baggage handling.

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Ground Operations Management with AHM for the Leadership & Management Training Program

Learn how to supervise an airline station in a self-handled or out-sourced environment. Study the latest trends in passenger and baggage handling.

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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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Human Factors in Aviation

Gain a comprehensive overview of the effect and management of human factors in aviation with this foundation course.

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Human Factors in Aviation

Gain a comprehensiveoverview of the effect and management of human factors in aviation with thisfoundation course.

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Human Factors in Ground Operations

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

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Human Factors in Ground Operations

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

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Human Resources Management

Transform the human resources function to be an essential and effective partner in developing and executing your organizational strategy.