Cargo Introductory Course

With over 52 million tons of cargo shipped annually, the air cargo industry is the place to be. Prepare yourself to work in the industry with this comprehensive course. You will learn about basic IATA cargo rules and procedures, how freight forwarders and airline cargo units operate, plus much more. This course is mandated for IATA Cargo Agents in accordance with the IATA Cargo Agency Resolutions.

Enroll at the Emirates Aviation Academy Training Center to study these materials with the help of a local trainer.

Upon completing this course you will have the skills to:

  • Upon completing this course you will have the skills to:
  • Guide clients on the IATA rules and procedures for air freight shipments
  • Arrange air cargo shipments in accordance with IATA rules and procedures
  • Apply published rates and charges for air cargo shipments
  • Complete air waybills accurately
  • Prepare shipments ready for carriage

Upon completing this course you will have the skills to:

  • Operations at cargo agencies, airlines, and freight forwarders
  • Air cargo acceptance basic rating principles
  • Air waybill completion
  • Industry terminology and abbreviations
  • IATA geography, TACT, and other cargo manuals
  • Download the course outline

This course is recommended for:

  • Newcomers to the industry
  • Cargo agent and air freight forwarder sales and marketing staff
  • Airline and manufacturer sales, reservations, and acceptance staff
  • Junior-level managers at cargo agents, airlines, and manufacturers

An IATA Diploma is awarded upon successful completion of the final examination.

  • Exams are scheduled 4 times a year: March, June, September, and December
  • Guidance will be given on when to book for your exam.
  • Exam Method: Online exam

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Duration

5 months


Classroom %

50%


Self study %

50%


Price

USD 1550


Start

27-Feb-24


End

22-Jul-24