IHCTM

IHCTM is authorized training centre for IATA/UFTAA Foundation, Consultant, Management and Senior Management courses as well as IATA/FIATA Introductory, Air Cargo Rating and Dangerous Goods Courses from IATA, Canada. In fact, IHCTM has the unique distinction of being the FIRST in the world to be authorised for the 4  IATA / UFTAA along with the 3  IATA / FIATA training programmes (a total of 7 qualifications).

Foreign Qualifications for Global Employment Opportunities in the New Millennium  

 

The Travel and Tourism Industry is amongst the world's largest industry and employs over 200 million people and it is predicted that by the year 2010 the International Tourism sector would generate 5.5 million (55 lakh) new jobs every year. Training and knowledge remain key factors to build a successful career in this fascinating industry.


Scope of Tourism in India

Currently Tourism is the third highest foreign exchange owner and India has the potential of being one of the premier Tourism destinations for its diversity. Here are few reasons why Tourism industry and its various components such as Airlines, Hotels, etc. have tremendous potential:

 

 

Privatization of National Carriers leading to rapid expansion programmes.

Proposals of new International Airports starting in Navi Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad

International Cargo Hub coming up in Nagpur which would generate 2 lakh job opportunities (Source : June 6 2001, The Times of India)

New domestic carriers to be started and international airlines starting operations in India. Recently, Thai Airways, Malaysian Airlines have started their operations from Mumbai

The Air Cargo Industry is growing at 8% per annum and CHA firms as well as Freight Handling companies have realized the importance of Air Freight and are seeking IATA accreditation. This in turn has created tremendous employment opportunities for IATA/FIATA Diploma holders. Several hotels have come up in the past few years around the International Airport in Mumbai and cities around India and cruise companies are hiring hospitality students creating employment opportunities for Hotel Management Diploma Holders

 

 

Here are details of some of the international qualifications you can pursue in India thru IHCTM: