What is the process of selection for a Airline Ticket Reservation Agent?

Usually, companies hiring ticketing agents prefer graduates over non- graduates and they should be having a little more than basic computing skills along with an alert mind and fast calculation. Along with that, having good knowledge of ticketing software like Amadeus and Galileo is very helpful. A lot of companies prefer candidates who have already gone through IATA certification for the same. There are thousands of institutes in the country recognised by the IATA who run courses for the airline ticket reservation training. One can go through a course with them in order to have a better chances of getting through the selection process. All the best.

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The Airline Ticket Reservation industry is rapidly growing in India as our economy increases day by day and a lot of new travelers are choosing to fly over trains and roads. Not everyone is well versed in using online websites and apps for their ticket reservations, so many people will make telephone calls in order to book tickets. Along with, a lot of people using apps call in to complain, reschedule, etc. As a result, there is a vast demand for ticketing agents in the country. Usually, companies hiring ticketing agents prefer graduates over non- graduates and they should be having a little more than basic computing skills along with an alert mind and fast calculation. Along with that, having good knowledge of ticketing software like Amadeus and Galileo is very helpful. A lot of companies prefer candidates who have already gone through IATA certification for the same. There are thousands of institutes in the country recognised by the IATA who run courses for the airline ticket reservation training. One can go through a course with them in order to have a better chances of getting through the selection process.

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Companies hiring ticketing agents prefer graduates over non- graduates and they should be having a little more than basic computing skills along with an alert mind and fast calculation. Along with that, having good knowledge of ticketing software like Amadeus and Galileo is very helpful. A lot of companies prefer candidates who have already gone through IATA certification for the same. There are thousands of institutes in the country recognised by the IATA who run courses for the airline ticket reservation training. One can go through a course with them in order to have a better chances of getting through the selection process. Thank you.

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Usually, companies hiring ticketing agents prefer graduates over non- graduates and they should be having a little more than basic computing skills along with an alert mind and fast calculation. Along with that, having good knowledge of ticketing software like Amadeus and Galileo is very helpful. A lot of companies prefer candidates who have already gone through IATA certification for the same. There are thousands of institutes in the country recognised by the IATA who run courses for the airline ticket reservation training.

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A job as an Airline Reservation Agent falls under the broader career category of Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks. Make and confirm reservations for transportation or lodging, or sell transportation tickets. May check baggage and direct passengers to designated concourse, pier, or track; deliver tickets, contact individuals and groups to inform them of package tours; or provide tourists with travel or transportation information. IATA provide Fares and Ticketing Training Courses. Some private institutes offer short courses Air Ticketing & Travel Management. These courses may help you to get job easily. Most of the airlines prefer graduate with or without training for role of Airline Reservation agent by open advertisement. The average pay for an Airline Reservation Agent is Rs 197,065 per year.

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Hello, These days, unlike in the past, many people have started using online portals of concerned airlines for booking of tickets. But there is still very large strata of people who are scared of using this facility and end up going to a ticket reservation agent for booking tickets for travel over airlines. There is, of course, one more advantage in that this ticketing agent can look for least fares across different airlines. This is the gift of modern times in that due to dynamic pricing price for the same sector across different airlines differ!A ticket reservations agent should be trained in this and preferably should have IATA certification since this is the industry standard. It, of course, goes without saying that he/she should be proficient in the use of specialist software used on this. Airlines select that person who has all these required certifications besides required premises and financial backing.

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Airline Ticket Reservation Agents are generally responsible for the reservations and ticket issuing of the airline tickets. At times these agents are required to do additional bookings along with travel bookings. The process of selection remains same as the other profile in the airlines however the criteria to become an Airline Ticket Reservation Agent includes you to be: A graduate in any field. Hold knowledge of the software used for reservation and ticketing such as Galileo, Amadeus, Sabre, etc. In this case certification from IATA affiliated centers is an added advantage at time of selection. Some of the airlines have strict criteria to employ only IATA certified professionals. Ticket agents work directly with passengers, airlines like to see a customer service and/or sales background along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, basic typing and computer skills, and ability to perform basic mathematics. Ticket agents must have the ability to work without close supervision, and have a general knowledge of geography. Cash handling and credit card transaction experience is helpful. Foreign language skills may be required.

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