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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 743 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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ACC3 Aviation Security Independent Validator

Get the required training for EU regulation 1998/2015 and position yourself to become an accredited EU Aviation Security Validator by an EU member state.

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ACC3/RA3/KC3 Cargo Security Manager

Prepare your organization for participation in the ACC3/RA3/KC Security Validation.

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ACC3/RA3/KC3 Cargo Security Manager

Prepare your organization for participation in the ACC3/RA3/KC Security Validation.

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Accounting and Finance for Non-Finance Managers

Providing (non-finance) managers with a solid understandingof financial and accounting processes that you will encounter in your everydaywork.

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Accounting and Financial Management for Travel Agencies

Learn to speak accounting language, grasp accounting principles and interpret financial statements to assess and steer your business.

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Addressing Aircraft Noise Challenges

Providing an overview of the various sources and impacts of noise with a review of the ICAO Balanced Approach to Aircraft Noise Management

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Addressing Aircraft Noise Challenges

Providing an overview of the various sources and impacts of noise with a review of the ICAO Balanced Approach to Aircraft Noise Management

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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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Advanced Safety Management Systems (SMS) in Civil Aviation

Build on your knowledge of SMS, examining hazard and risk management, SMS operation, safety assurance and strategic integration.

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Advanced Safety Management Systems (SMS) in Civil Aviation

Safety management concepts from a holistic point of view, supporting an in-depth understanding of factors that influence safety outcomes in an organization

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Advanced Skills in Journey Pricing and Ticketing

Gain confidence in pricing more complex journeys that apply exceptions to standard pricing principles.

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Aeronautical Information Management (AIM)

Stay up-to-date with the latest in Aeronautical Information Management (AIM), reviewing SWIM, eTOD, AICM/ AIXM, aerodrome mapping, aeronautical information briefing, e-AIP, AIS/MET datalink.

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Air Cargo Advanced Marketing

This course uses our expertise to provide knowledge on cargo rating principles and Air Waybill completion, as well as basic marketing procedures.

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Air Cargo Advanced Marketing for the Leadership & Management Training Program

Providing advanced knowledge how to make markets respond and ensuring companies profit as well as how to differentiate with service innovations.

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Air Cargo Business Development Diploma

Gain critical skills to thrive in today’s dynamic air cargo industry. This virtual diploma offers in-depth training in air cargo strategy, management, and decision-making through interactive, executive-level learning air cargo.

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Air Cargo Business Strategy and Planning

Find new managerial perspectives and create strategic pillars, develop encouraging business strategies and materialize plans with accuracy, while working towards a common stakeholder strategic goal.

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Air Cargo Competitor Analysis and Market Research

Learn about the factors that impact performance in the industry, how to make effective decision through the interpretation of market research and analysis, and how to help your company improve its market share

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Air Cargo Customer Service

Help your business to develop its customer service program to the highest level Learn about customer needs and demands, the ethics of customer service, and customer contact techniques to help your business to develop its customer service program to the highest level.

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Air Cargo Diploma (self-study)

This diploma will give you a well-rounded introduction to today’s complex air cargo industry, helping you get a head start in your career at an airline, freight forwarder or ground handling company.

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Air Cargo for Pharma Shippers

Learn how air cargo transport is regulated, the role of key stakeholders, and how Good Distribution Practices (GDP) are implemented beyond compliance.