IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals
January 20 - 22, 2024
The IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals is the global attractions industry’s premier professional development program for individuals with five or fewer years’ working within attractions. These include museums, science centers, aquariums, attractions, LBEs, amusement parks, and zoos.
The IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals (IAP) is a hybrid program that uses adult learning methodologies.
Course Format:
- 2 full days of in-person learning
- Attraction site visit (EDUTour)
- 3-month access to curated online coursework
Participants should be highly motivated learners with an interest in cross-departmental industry functions. Participants will gain a global attractions perspective, learn more about all areas of operation, and will share best practices across member types. The intensive two-day in-person program is designed with a blend of classroom instruction led by industry experts and small group activities. Participants will dive deeper into topics during their 3-month access to self-paced online coursework specially curated for IAP. By combining in-person and online learning, participants will gain a solid understanding of the key disciplines and processes required to manage a successful attraction.
Agenda
Agenda
- 10:00 a.m. | Check-in at conference room Ferrari World
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- 10:30 a.m. | Welcome and Introduction
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- 11:00 a.m. | Food & Beverage
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- 12:00 p.m. | Break
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- 12:15 p.m. | Human Resources 1
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- 13:15 p.m. | Lunch
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- 14:15 p.m. | Human Resources 1
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- 15:30 p.m. | Break
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- 15:45 | Facility Operations 1
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- 17:00 p.m. | Break
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- 17:15 p.m. | Facility Operations 2
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- 18:30 p.m. | End of Day 1
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- 9:00 a.m. | Check-in at conference room Ferrari World
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- 9:30 a.m. | Games and Merchandise
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- 10:30 a.m. | Entertainment 1
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- 11:45 p.m. | Break
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- 12:00 p.m. | Entertainment 2
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- 13:00 p.m. | Lunch
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- 14:00 p.m. | Information Technology (IT)
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- 15:00 p.m. | Marketing
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- 16:00 p.m. | Break
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- 16:15 p.m. | Finance
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- 17:30 p.m. | End of Day 2
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- 10:30 a.m. | EDUTour Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
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- 11:30 a.m. | Lunch and Networking Reception
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- 12:30 p.m. | End of Institute for Attractions Professionals
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Course Learning Objectives:
During the program, participants will:
- Identify industry trends
- Identify challenges and opportunities for different entertainment show types
- Explore best practices to predict, meet, and exceed guests’ expectations
- Conduct a risk assessment for your facility and proactively prevent hazards
- Interpret food and beverage metrics and data Food & Beverage Includes a lunch buffet daily, coffee breaks and Networking reception at Ferrari World.
Notes
- Please note: Individuals who previously completed the Institute for Attractions Managers course should not register.
- Attendance on two classroom days and the self-paced content is required. Registration covers the complete course program.
- Agenda subject to change
Maximize your Abu Dhabi journey! Following the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals, extend your visit to connect with prominent local stakeholders and explore the latest industry trends at the IAAPA Middle East Trade Summit 2024. Secure your place now for this exclusive event, taking place from January 22 – 24, 2024.
For more details regarding IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals, please contact Tom Van Liefferinge at [email protected]