IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers

The IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers is the attractions industry’s premier professional development program for leaders with five or fewer years’ experience in attractions management.

The intensive two-and-a-half-day program is designed with a blend of classroom instruction led by industry experts, case study examinations, and small group presentations. IAAPA Institute for Attraction Managers participants gain a solid understanding of the key disciplines and processes required to manage a successful attraction. Participants in the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers earn 16 credit hours toward IAAPA certification.

Is this course right for me?

Level

Introductory

If you work in the attractions industry and:
  • You have 0-5 years in the industry
  • You are a highly motivated individual
  • Interest in or some experience with leading a team
  • Interest in global attractions perspective
  • Interest in learning across departments
  • Interest in sharing best practices across member types
  • You are ready to network and have fun with your industry peers
Member Type
  • Amusement Parks and Attractions
  • Family Entertainment Centers
  • Museums and Science Centers
  • Water Parks
  • Young Professionals
  • Zoos and Aquariums
Course Modules
  • Attractions Finance
  • Attractions Leadership
  • Attractions Marketing
  • Attractions Revenue Operations
  • Facility Operations and Safety
Course Takeaways
  • Industry Contacts
  • Certificate of Course Completion
  • Course Document and Resources
  • Activities and Best Practices to Share with Home Venue
  • Cross-Departmental Understanding of Attractions Industry
Credits

16 credits towards IAAPA certification.

Upcoming Dates

9 - 11
June

IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers Shanghai

Region
IAAPA Asia Pacific
Venue
In-Person
CEUs
16
Education
Members  $660 or $1,100 (Includes accommodation)
Non-Members  $880 or $1330 (Includes accommodation)
15 - 17
July

IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers Manila

Region
IAAPA Asia Pacific
Venue
In-Person
Education
6 - 8
August

IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers São Paulo

Region
IAAPA Latin America, Caribbean
Venue
In-Person
Education

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IAAPA is looking for motivating and inspiring industry experts to share insights that create safe guest experiences at IAAPA Institute for Attraction Managers.

By completing this form you are submitting your name and qualifications for consideration as faculty for this and other future IAAPA Institute programs. Your name and qualifications will be added to the IAAPA speaker database. As IAAPA plans future Institutes submissions will be reviewed and faculty that best reflects the program goals, the region, and the topic will be selected.

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