IATA Foundation Diploma in Travel and Tourism

An IATA-accredited diploma covering travel planning, air transport, ticketing and tour operations, with practical career training.

Awarded by

International Air Transport Association

LevelDiploma
Study modefull-time

Overview

About this course

The IATA Foundation Diploma in Travel and Tourism is taught through the Department of Aviation at CINEC Campus. CINEC describes it as an internationally accredited qualification that prepares students for the travel industry, with a focus on practical skills. The thirteen course modules cover the travel and tourism industry, geography in travel planning, travel formalities, air transport essentials, land transport, hotel products and services, ferries and cruises, tour packages, customer service, electronic booking tools, air fares and ticketing, and technology in travel. Practical training covers grooming standards and social etiquette, airport familiarisation, interview skills, career guidance and customer service. Graduates receive an IATA qualification and a transcript issued by the campus. CINEC lists travel consultant, ticketing and reservations agent, tour coordinator and airline customer service officer roles.

Modules

18 modules
The Travel & Tourism Industry & The Travel Professional
Geography in Travel Planning
Travel Formalities
Air Transport Essentials
Land Transport: Introduction to Passenger Rail
Land Transport: Car & Camper
Hotel Products & Services
Water Transport: Ferries & Cruises
Tour Packages
Serving the Travel Customer
Electronic Booking Tools
Fundamentals in Air Fares & Ticketing
Technology in Travel: Distribution & Airline Retailing with Capital NDC

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Entry Requirement

Successful completion of GCE O-Level (Local or London) with six passes in one sitting, including a credit for English obtained at any sitting.

Other Requirements
  • Age 17 or above.
  • A smart appearance and profile.
  • Normal colour vision.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

diploma

Duration

ยท full-time

Location

Colombo, Nugegoda

Fees

On request

Upcoming intakes

No upcoming intakes listed
Verified informationOct 14, 2026

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