Travel & Tourism

If travel is your passion and management is what you are good at, then, here is your perfect career.

travel agent is in-charge of offering vacation packages , transportation, lodging and tour packages including entertainment activities for individuals and groups seeking a get away from mundane life. They are well versed on global destinations and can advise clients on what vacation package would suit their requirements.

Work Environment

Travel agent executives hold a large percentage of jobs even though the market fluctuates, the demand of holiday makers never dwindle. Travel agents work in offices where they spend most of their work hours on the telephone or on the computer. The job is demanding and requires thorough knowledge of global routes and destinations in case an unanticipated change takes place the travel agent in charge should be able to take a quick decision and re-route. Travel agents can be self employed or work for larger agencies, either way, a career in the travel industry is equally lucrative, this is because global travel is on a steady rise.

Eligibility crietria

Age Limit

17 years and above

Education Qualification

10+2 /under graduate/ graduate in any field.

Physical Fitness

No specific requirement

What will you learn

  • Provide excellent customer service and build customer loyalty
  • Understand the various services available to passengers depending on their choice of travel.
  • Advise customers on passport and visa requirements, as well as travel insurance options.
  • Plan and reserve travel itineraries using standard industry coding.
  • Sell rail travel, car rental, hotel accommodation, cruises and pre packaged tour products.
  • Book and sell travel products using global distribution systems (GDS) such as ABACUS/Amadeus/Galileo or sabre.

Along with the course, you get to improve other relevant skills

  • Grooming
  • Communication/Public Relation Skills
  • Interview Preparation & Resume Compiling
  • Posture/Positive Body Language
  • Confidence Coaching
  • Motivation

Course Content

The Modern Business

Environment in Travel

The Importance of Geography in Travel Planning

Travel Formalities and Modalities

Ferries

Rail, Car, Campers and Hotels

Air Transport

Tour Packages

Customer Services

The Role of Technology

Air Fares and Ticketing

GALILEO, FIDELIO, ABACUS AMADEUS, SABRE