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With air travel at a record high, so the worldwide demand for staff with internationally recognised qualifications in airline fares and ticketing increases.
At Bloomsbury International, we offer a range of Virgin Atlantic travel and GDS (Global Distribution System) courses leading to the valuable, professional qualifications needed for a successful career in the travel industry.
The Virgin Atlantic Airways and GDS (Galileo, Sabre, Amadeus, Worldspan or Apollo) qualifications gained are recognised throughout the global travel industry and can be used for employment with any major airline or travel agency in the world. These courses are designed for those people who aspire to the top jobs in the travel industry.
With materials prepared by Virgin Atlantic's in-house training team, and delivery from our own experienced tutors with IATA qualifications, you will be on course for a successful future.
These courses can be taken separately in three stages or as a 4-week + 50 hour GDS intensive course. GDS courses can also be taken alone, in-school or online. Course details, start dates and prices can be found below.
| Syllabus |
Travel Industry Governing Bodies
Airline Geography including IATA Areas & Sub-Areas
City, Airport, Country, & State codes
Normal & Special Fare Types |
| Teaching Method |
Lecture based using Virgin Atlantic course material |
| Course Duration |
2-week:
Monday to Friday - 9:00am until 13:00
4-week Intensive + 50-hour GDS (course code: FT4GDS): Weeks one & two of the 4-week + 50 hour GDS course |
| Course Fee |
£415
4-week + GDS intensive - £995 (book all three, save £100) |
| Syllabus |
Fare calculation using Neutral Units of Construction
Higher Intermediate Points
Circle Trip Minimum Check
One Way Backhaul Check
Fares with multiple construction points
One Way Sub Journey Check
Pricing Units
Surface Sector fares with Normal Open Jaws
Limitation on Indirect travel
Mixed Class Fares
Special Fares including Stopover Charges & Open Jaws |
| Teaching Method |
Lecture based using Virgin Atlantic course material |
| Course Duration |
2-week: Monday to Friday - 9:00am until 13:00
4-week Intensive + 50-hour GDS (course code: FT4GDS) : Weeks three & four of the 4-week + 50-hour GDS course
Monday to Friday – 9:00am until 13:00 |
| Course Fee |
£415
4-week + 50-hour GDS intensive - £995 (book all three, save £100) |
| GDS (Galileo, Sabre, Amadeus, Worldspan, Apollo) |
COURSE CODE: GDS |
Galileo, Sabre, Amadeus, Worldspan & Apollo are Global Distribution System (GDS) used by travel agencies and
airlines to confirm reservations for airline seats, hotel rooms, car hire etc. using advanced computer technology.
This 50-hour course equips industry entrants with a thorough knowledge and understanding of any of the GDS.
At Bloomsbury International, we train students on the GDS via more than 20 high-speed 'flat screen' computer
terminals in our modern & comfortable computer lab or alternatively, students have the freedom to take the course
online which gives them the flexibility to study at home.
| Syllabus |
Identify IATA geographical areas, sub-areas and Global Routing Indicators
Select the lowest applicable fare for a given itinerary 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
Issue Multiple Purpose Documents and Miscellaneous Charges Orders for Tickets on Departure |
| Teaching Method |
Practical hands-on training and/or guided online tuition |
| Course Duration |
50 hours: Monday to Friday in-school and /or online
4-week + 50-hour GDS intensive (course code: FT4GDS) :
50 hours before or after the 4-week VA1 & VA2 Monday to Friday in-school or online |
| Course Fee |
£315
* 4-week + GDS intensive - £995 (book all three, save £100) |
| 4-Week + 50-hour GDS Intensive Course |
COURSE CODE: FTI |
Fast-track to a new career and make a saving of £100 by choosing to study all three modules (VA1, VA2 and a GDS) as a 4-week intensive + 50 hour GDS course. On successful completion, you will be awarded the with the prestigious Virgin Atlantic Fares and Ticketing one and two and a choice of Galileo, Sabre, Amadeus or Worldspan and Certificates.
| Timetable
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| GDS (Galileo, Sabre, Amadeus, Worldspan, Apollo) |
In-school any Monday
On-line any day |
50 hours |
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VA1 |
28 January 2008 |
8 February 2008 |
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VA2 |
11 February 2008 |
22 February 2008 |
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VA1 |
10 March 2008 |
21 March 2008 |
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VA2 |
24 March 2008 |
4 April 2008 |
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VA1 |
21 April 2008 |
2 May 2008 |
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VA2 |
5 May 2008 |
16 May 2008 |
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VA1 |
9 June 2008 |
20 June 2008 |
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VA2 |
16 June 2008 |
27 June 2008 |
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VA1 |
14 July 2008 |
25 July 2008 |
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VA2 |
28 July 2008 |
8 August 2008 |
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VA1 |
25 August 2008 |
5 September 2008 |
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VA2 |
8 September 2008 |
19 September 2008 |
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VA1 |
6 October 2008 |
17 October 2008 |
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VA2 |
20 October 2008 |
31 October 2008 |
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VA1 |
17 November 2008 |
28 November 2008 |
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VA2 |
1 December 2008 |
12 December 2008 |
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4-Week Intensive Course |
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2-Week Course |
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Certificate in Travel & Tourism Management
VA1 