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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 71 courses and diplomas

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A-CDM in Airport and Ground Operations (LIVE virtual classroom)

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 (classroom)

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 (classroom)

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

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Aircraft De-icing Train the Trainer (classroom)

Delve into the fundamentals of de-icing training, covering a range of topics and methodologies, culminating in the final practical training module

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Aircraft Marshalling and Ramp Hand Signals (e-learning)

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 Turnaround Coordination and Loading Supervision (classroom)

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 (LIVE virtual classroom)

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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Aircraft Weight and Balance (classroom)

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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Airport Emergency Response Awareness (e-learning)

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 Extreme Weather Operations and Planning (classroom)

Explore planning tools and procedures to help your airport respond to adverse conditions. Learn how to establish a proactive culture across your operations and organization.

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Airport Operations Foundation Diploma (self-study)

This Diploma is designed to address the audience of prospective Airport and Ground Operations professionals. The variety of available courses gives the opportunity to identify the key areas required to be able to perform task safely and efficiently.

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Airport Ramp Services with IGOM (partner-taught or self-study)

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

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Airport Ramp Services for the Leadership & Management Training Program with IGOM (partner-taught or self-study)

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

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Airside Operations Excellence Diploma

Learn to perform ramp handling services according to industry standards. Gain confidence in your ability to achieve safety while optimizing your station’s On-Time Performance (OTP).

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Airside Safety Management & Compliance (LIVE virtual classroom)

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 (classroom)

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 Cyber Security Management Diploma

Gain complete and updated knowledge on the current cyber security issues and best practices with this Diploma, that has a unique focus on aviation.

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Baggage Claims and Proration (LIVE virtual classroom)

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 (classroom)

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 (LIVE virtual classroom)

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 (classroom)

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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Basic Airside Safety (e-learning)

An interactive, flexible and cost-effective way to learn about implementing best practices in airside safety.

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Business Aviation Handling and Fixed-Base Operations, FBO (LIVE virtual classroom)

Learn best practices in commercial airline ground operations to build a profitable business model.