Education and Training

These are full-day or multiple-day programs designed to provide a valuable educational experience. Class sizes are controlled to ensure that participants can benefit from both the diversity of their colleagues' experiences and the advantages of a small classroom setting. Register early to guarantee your space. Registration typically opens 3-4 months prior to a program.

Institute for Executive Education
January 27 – February 1, 2013 
San Diego, California, USA
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has partnered with the L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at San Diego State University (SDSU) to develop and present the IAAPA Institute for Executive Education.

IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers IAAPA's Premier Management Development Program.
2013 Schedule of Courses:
  • Feb. 10 -12 Dubai, UAE 
  • March 11-13 Anaheim, CA
  • June 2-4 Singapore (in conjunction with AAE) 
  • August 7-9 Bogota, Colombia
  • September 17-19, Paris, France (in conjunction with EAS)
  • November 17 – 19 Orlando, FL (in conjunction with IAE)
Rookies and Newcomers: Family Entertainment Centers

THE essential starter-course for those contemplating running an FEC business.
November 2013 in conjunction with IAAPA Attractions Expo 2013 

Human Resources Essentials Institute 

Hiring, motivating, training and leading. Learn all the key skills a HR professional needs to lead today's work-force.
November 2013 in conjunction with IAAPA Attractions Expo 2013 

IAAPA Safety Seminars & Conferences 
Operators, developers, and government officials around the globe are invited to IAAPA's Safety Institutes tolearn from industry safety experts.

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