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Efficiency through management & operations
Best practices for preparing you to increase on-time performance in your ground station.

IATA's ground operations training aims to create efficiency on the ground through management and operational courses. Taught by industry experts, our courses focus on best practices within the complex operational environment in modern airports, preparing you to increase on-time performance in your ground station.

We have training for senior and junior-level airport professionals in the areas of management, marketing, operations and security. Explore the courses below to play an important part in this dynamic sector.


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Found 69 courses and diplomas

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A-CDM in Airport and Ground Operations

Learn how to apply the techniques of collaborative decision making (CDM) in the context of airports (A-CDM) and ground operations

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A-CDM in Airport and Ground Operations

Learn how to apply the techniques of collaborative decision making (CDM) in the context of airports (A-CDM) and ground operations

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Advanced Airport Operations Diploma

For operations and corporate airport personnel, this diploma combines courses in different areas of airport operations to enhance your knowledge.

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Aircraft De-icing Operations Management

Understand aircraft de-icing standards and procedures as required by regulators, airlines, de-icing service providers and airport authorities.

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Aircraft Marshalling and Ramp Hand Signals

Learn the fixed wing aircraft marshalling and ramp hand signals based on the IATA Standards in the AHM and IATA IGOM

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Aircraft Recovery

Identify potential issues in aircraft recovery when removing immobilized or disabled aircraft in a timely manner.

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Aircraft Turnaround Coordination and Loading Supervision

Learn the essential technical procedures for aircraft handling and loading to optimize the use of ground service equipment and manpower.

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Aircraft Turnaround Coordination and Loading Supervision

Learn the essential technical procedures for aircraft handling and loading to optimize the use of ground service equipment and manpower.

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Aircraft Weight and Balance

Principles of weight and balance as per the standard IATA Design Manual and Automated Load Sheet.This course prepares you for the Load Controller certification.

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Airline Operations Diploma

Become a leader in airline and ground operations with the IATA Airline Operations Diploma. Gain expertise in flight operations, emergency response, and contract management through hands-on training and simulation.

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Airline Quality Management Diploma

Master Quality Management in airlines with the IATA Diploma in Airline Quality Management. Learn to design, implement, and audit effective QMS to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.

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Airport Emergency Response Awareness

As a member of the “airport community” understand the main components of an Emergency Response and illustrates how its challenges can be coped with

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Airport Ramp Services for the Leadership & Management Training Program with IGOM

Improve your understanding of ground service tasks and procedures, including safety and security measures.

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Airport Ramp Services with IGOM

Improve your understanding of ground service tasks and procedures, including safety and security measures.

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Airport Strategic Management Diploma

Advance your career with the IATA Airport Strategic Management Diploma. Develop strategic, operational, and business skills to lead sustainable airport growth and manage complex airport operations.

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Airside Operations Excellence Diploma

Excel in airside operations with the IATA Airside Operations Excellence Diploma. Gain hands-on skills in ramp handling, safety, team leadership, and operational efficiency to lead in ground operations.

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Airside Safety Management & Compliance

This course will demonstrate how to align with the latest regulations and best practices, providing detailed explanations on the role of airside safety in the Safety Management System (SMS).

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Airside Safety Management & Compliance

This course will demonstrate how to align with the latest regulations and best practices, providing detailed explanations on the role of airside safety in the Safety Management System (SMS).

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Aviation Security Management Diploma

Learn how to apply security measures in response to dynamic security demands.Validate your expertise as an AVSEC Manager with this industry-recognized diploma. Learn to manage teams, resources, and security measures in line with evolving aviation security standards.

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Aviation Security Operations Diploma

Gain knowledge of security in a selection of operational areas and earn an industry recognized diploma.

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Baggage Claims and Proration

Learn baggage pro-rate from the moment of payment of passenger claim till the agreement is made and the settlement of pro-rate amounts between respective carriers takes place.

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Baggage Claims and Proration

Learn baggage pro-rate from the moment of payment of passenger claim till the agreement is made and the settlement of pro-rate amounts between respective carriers takes place.

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Baggage Handling Services and Systems

Learn how to evaluate the complex baggage handling system, from check-in to baggage claim, with the aim of maximizing efficiency and enhancing customer service.

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Baggage Handling Services and Systems

Learn how to evaluate the complex baggage handling system, from check-in to baggage claim, with the aim of maximizing efficiency and enhancing customer service.