Travel & Tourism: The Facts and the Possibilities

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GOLDEN AIRLINE & TOURISM CAREER PLAN

World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) President, Jean-Claude Baumgarten, said "Travel & Tourism presents major opportunities for India as an economic catalyst. The country's performance figures are impressive but the government of India must ensure that the country develops the support to manage this expected growth as well as to retain and train the workforce in order to meet the demands of both international and regional visitors."

According to the latest Tourism Satellite Accounting (TSA) research launched by the WTTC and its strategic partner Accenture, Travel & Tourism in India is expected to generate approximately INR 4 trillion (USD 100 billion) in 2008, rising to INR 15 trillion (USD 275.5 billion) by 2018. The anticipated growth will create 40 million jobs, 7.2% of total employment, over the next decade. To explore the unlimited potential of the Airline, Travel & Tourism industry, the Institute of Hotel, Cargo & Tourism Management (IHCTM) in association with RBCS Group, career-makers of 54 years repute, presents to you...

GAT- Golden Airline & Tourism Career Plan Read further and open a door to a world filled with exciting opportunities…
 

GAT at IHCTM

In 2004 IHCTM had pioneered the Golden Airline & Travel Plan. In 2008 we are updating the curriculum to meet the current demands of the industry, thus making it more tourism and airline-centric. GAT (now known as GOLDEN AIRLINE & TOURISM) Career Plan will continue to be a 2-year programme with additional upgrades to further benefit the participants.

This unique course is conceived by Subhash Motwani, Director of IHCTM, holder of 22 IATA qualifications and Director of Compact Travels Pvt. Ltd.

The 4 Unmatched Benefits of GAT:

• All 4 levels of the IATA/UFTAA programme are completed in 2 years.
• 1½-year firsthand industrial experience enables direct eligibility for a senior post.

• Exposure to conducted tours provides an opportunity to travel and enhance understanding of the industry

• Rs. 114000 of total fees is earned back during the course itself.

Eligibility: Pre-requisites include graduation with fluency in English and strong communication skills. In exceptional cases, persons with Higher Secondary but pursuing graduation maybe considered. Admission is confirmed only after passing an entrance test and interview with the Course Director. As admission to GAT is limited to 25 participants, aspirants are advised to complete the formalities at their earliest.

Duration: GAT comprises of 2 phases of 1 year each.
 

PHASE 1    
 INTRODUCTION TO THE INDUSTRY

• IATA/UFTAA Foundation Diploma Programme, Level 1   OR

• Diploma in Compact Travel & Tourism from IHCTM with choice of any one CRS from VIASINC, USA and Fares & E-ticketing (VA-1) from VIRGIN ATLANTIC, U.K.

• PEPCO (Power Personality, Effectiveness Techniques, Presentation Skills, Communication Effectiveness and Opportunities for Growth) Diploma from IHCTM.
• One Conversational Foreign Language for Beginners: Arabic OR French OR German OR Italian OR Spanish.

FEES FOR PHASE 1: Rs. 97000 (including IATA registration, training fees and course material). Enrol before 31st August 2008 and receive a concession of Rs. 12000 (i.e. Phase 1 Fees reduce to Rs. 85000). -OR- By Instalments: Rs. 27000 on enrolment and Rs. 12000 x 5 monthly instalments thereafter (i.e. Phase 1 Fees by Instalments: Rs. 87000).

OPPORTUNITY TO EARN DURING PHASE 1: During Phase 1, you are provided with a 6-month internship and training in customer service, marketing, travel and tourism with a minimum stipend of Rs. 5000 p.m. You accordingly earn Rs. 30000, making the EFFECTIVE COST of Phase 1: Rs. 55000.

• Successfully complete all projects and pass all examinations.
• Complete a minimum 6 months full-time internship during Phase 1.

PHASE 2
HIGHER MANAGEMENT

• IATA/UFTAA Stepping Into Management Diploma Programme, Level 3
• IATA/UFTAA Senior Management Diploma Programme, Level 4

• A Familiarization (FAM) Tour to Singapore OR Malaysia OR Thailand OR Sri Lanka worth Rs. 40000 (on twin sharing basis) providing international travel exposure and firsthand knowledge of the destination.

FEES FOR PHASE 2: Rs. 124000 (including IATA registration, training fees, course material and FAM tour). Enrol before 31st August 2008 and receive concession of Rs. 6000 (i.e. Phase 2 Fees reduce to Rs. 118000). - OR - By Instalments: Rs. 24000 on enrolment and Rs. 12000 x 8 monthly instalments thereafter (i.e. Phase 2 Fees by Instalments: Rs. 120000).

OPPORTUNITY TO EARN DURING PHASE 2: During Phase 2, you are provided with a 12 months internship and further training in customer service, marketing, travel and tourism with a minimum stipend of Rs. 7000 p.m. You accordingly earn Rs. 84000, in addition to the cost of the FAM Tour at Rs. 40000, making the EFFECTIVE COST of Phase 2: NIL with further earning of Rs. 6000

TOTAL COST FOR THE COMPLETE GAT CAREER PLAN: Rs. 49000 (after deducting internship stipend and cost of FAM Tour.)

ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF THE GOLDEN AIRLINE & TOURISM CAREER PLAN

• Free 2-year subscription to monthly magazine OPPORTUNITIES TODAY (worth Rs. 600)
• Attend free workshops during the course on:Preparing a C.V. Preparing for an Airline/Travel interview including common interview questions.
• Receive guidance and support with starting your own travel agency/tour business.

Your achievements after completing the GAT CAREER PLAN will include:

• Completing all 4 levels of the IATA/UFTAA programme.
• Earning upto Rs. 114000 as internship stipend.
• Acquiring 18 months of industrial work experience.

• Being eligible for a Middle/Higher Management level job in the Tourism Industry with a starting remuneration between Rs 150000 to Rs 216000 per annum (i.e. Rs 12000 to Rs 18000 p.m.).

• Exposure to a FAM Tour which would add value to your education and C.V.
• Acquiring presentation and communication skills to hone your personal effectiveness.
• Learning one foreign language.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Travel Agencies
• Tour Companies
• Airlines
• E-travel
• Sites
• Back-office Jobs (i.e. Revenue Accounting and Airline Audit firms)
• Airline Call Centres

Our Entrepreneurship Development Department provides free guidance for those
who wish to start their own travel company/ tour business, even from home.

• Australia OR New Zealand OR South Africa

• Austria OR France OR Germany OR Italy OR Poland OR Spain OR The Czech Republic
• Egypt OR Israel OR Jordan OR Turkey

      IMPORTANT:

• All information correct as on 1st June 2008 and replaces the earlier GOLDEN AIRLINE & TOURISM CAREER PLAN.

• First-attempt examination fees for international/external examinations included in course fees.You are safeguarded against any revision in course fees on enrolling during 2008. You would have to pay the difference for registration fees for international examination fees in case of fluctuation beyond 1 USD = INR 43 or 1 GBP = INR 80.

• Anything mentioned in this website is subject to amendments and alterations as found necessary without any further notice.
• ADMISSION FEES: Rs. 300 & RBCS ALUMNI FEES: Rs. 300 payable extra as applicable.
• For any further clarifications, kindly contact the Course Director

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