London College of Commerce

Overview:

Introducing a comprehensive programme of courses for 'live system' training in the Galileo Global Distribution System and in automated Fares and Ticketing. The programmes set the standard in automated Fares and Ticketing training.

These Star Alliance/GTMC programmes allow students the distinctive opportunity to learn and practice on the live Galileo Global Distribution System. The modules, developed by some of the most experienced trainers in the travel industry, will lead to approved professional qualifications endorsed by Star Alliance, the world's largest airline network and the Guild of Travel Management Companies. The training material has been developed in direct collaboration with Galileo and contains fully comprehensive course notes and extensive question/answer exercises - ideal preparation for examinations. The programmes are accredited by City and Guilds as part of their Tourism qualifications.

Details:

This four day or 60 hour course combines trainer led demonstrations with practical exercises, and interactive use of the Global Distribution System to give you a thorough grounding in the skills required for quoting fundamental air fares with confidence and ease.

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

• Identify IATA geographical areas, sub-areas and Global
• Routing Indicators
• Select the lowest applicable fare for a given itinerary using Galileo 360° Fares
• Construct fares for fundamental multi-sector journeys, applying
  the mileage system, NUCs and converting into Local Currency
• Complete fare calculation area details in manual and automated formats
• Interpret all types of IATA travel documents from e-tickets to ATBs,
  from OPTAT/TAT to manual tickets
• Interpret all types of Multiple Purpose Documents and Miscellaneous Charges Orders