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Travel Agency Procedures

If you are interested in the exciting world of travel and keen to enter the travel agency sector, this short course will train you in all the main aspects of travel agency work.

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Next start date:

June 2013

When:

Daytimes, Evenings, Weekends

Tuition fees:

£590

Study options:

Part-time

Location:

Greenwich, Greenford

Customer service and organisational skills are highly valued by modern travel agencies, which require staff to be professionally trained. This course will help you to significantly enhance your professional appeal to travel agency employers.

Key facts before you start

Daytime
Mode of Study
- 12 weeks
- 1½ days per week

Forthcoming Course Start Dates
- June 2013

Evenings
Mode of Study
- 10 weeks
- 2 evenings per week

Forthcoming Course Start Dates
- December 2013

Saturdays
Mode of Study
- 14 weeks
- every Saturday

Forthcoming Course Start Dates
- October 2013

What we'll cover

During the course you will learn about:

The retail travel agent
The business travel agent
Call ecntre operations
Legal obligations
Holiday brochures
Brochure costing
Ski holidays
Cruises and ferries
Ancillary services
The booking process
Customer service and selling skills

The programme is structured to provide you with the disciplines required to strengthen your knowledge and skills, helping you to pursue further professional or academic challenges. While we understand the importance of theory, our courses have a pragmatic focus on real-life scenarios. Reflecting this, tuition consists of lectures and tutorials and you will also take part in case studies and group work that let you apply theoretical concepts to problems in the real world.

If you would like advice concerning your eligibility or would like to discuss the programme in more detail, please contact a Course Advisor at the School on +44 (0) 208 516 7800 or email[email protected].

Entry requirements

An applicant must be at least 18 years of age and as a minimum have obtained:

Minimum 2 ‘A’ Level passes, grades A* - E.
or
A NQF Level 3 qualification
or
BTEC National Diploma or Certificate

Mature applicants with evidence of full-time work experience supported by a reference from their employer may be considered on their individual merits. Applications from candidates who lack the normal course entry requirements are positively encouraged. In such cases, the Admissions Tutors must be satisfied that the applicant has the necessary potential, knowledge or experience and motivation to follow the course successfully.
Candidates with non standard qualifications will be invited to attend for interview. To find out if you qualify for a Bachelors degree at GSoM speak to a Course Advisor on 0208 516 7800 or email [email protected]

In addition
Students who hold GCSE's, Level 2 or equivalent level qualifications may qualify for direct entry onto the Bachelors degree through our Extended mode of study. This programme combines the Bachelors degree with a Foundation programme and allows students direct access to the degree without having to complete Access programme or A Level or equivalent studies. Please click here for more information.

If your first language is not English you will be required to demonstrate English Language proficiency at IELTS band 6 or above. Please feel free to call our Admissions Advisors on +44 (0) 208 516 7800 or email [email protected] for information about English Language requirements.

If you are unsure if you qualify or would like advice concerning your eligibility for your chosen programme please contact a Course Advisor at the School on +44 (0) 208 516 7800 or by email[email protected].

The GSM London Course Advisors are available for informal personal consultations to help you ensure you choose the right programme compatible with your career and educational goals. If you would like to arrange an appointment please contact our Course Advisors on +44 (0) 20 8293 7303.

How to apply

Pre-Application Advice

If you need any help or advice before completing the application form, please contact the School, and a member of the Tourism Department will be pleased to help you. The department’s direct line is +44(0)20 8516 7813.

How to join a Programme

Complete the application form, indicating the programme you wish to follow, the date you wish to commence the programme, and whether you wish to study full-time, Evenings, or Saturday Mornings.

Generally, Programmes commence February, June and October each year.

The completed application form should be returned to the Tourism Department, together with three passport-size photographs and copies of your qualifications (if applicable).

UCAS

For details of applying for the BSc programme through UCAS, please refer to the separate BSc prospectus.

Registration and Enrolment

If you are not qualified for the programme of your choice, the School may suggest an alternative programme that suits your needs and qualifications.

Your acceptance letter from the School will inform you of the date on which you should enrol and the duration and cost of the programme.

You should arrive at GSM London on the date specified in your acceptance letter.

You will be expected to make your first fee payment on enrolment, or produce evidence of funding.

Accommodation

If you require accommodation throughout the programme, the Accommodation Officer will arrange this on enrolment.

Further Information

Tuition fees are payable in advance.

Tuition fees are non-refundable.

Overseas students are reminded that they must comply with Home Office regulations on immigration, particularly with respect to attendance. A medical certificate must support absences due to illness.

Programme details are correct at the time of going to press, but are subject to alteration. Programmes will only take place if justified by demand.

All fees are inclusive of government taxes. Students must adhere to the GSM London regulations relating to their programme, a copy of which will be provided on enrolment.

The School reserves the right to refuse to accept or enrol any student.

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