ISCO Occupation Group 4221.7 Travel Consultant

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Travel Consultant: Travel consultants provide customised information and consultation on travel offers, make reservations and sell travel services together with other related services.

Essential Skills

  • Carry Out Internet Research
  • Apply Foreign Languages In Tourism
  • Maintain Customer Service
  • Provide Tourism Related Information
  • Handle Customer Complaints
  • Geographical Areas Relevant To Tourism
  • Devise Tailor-Made Tourism Itineraries
  • Guarantee Customer Satisfaction
  • Customise Travel Package
  • Identify Customer'S Needs
  • Advertise Travel Insurance
  • Oversee Travel Arrangements
  • Upsell Products
  • Use Global Distribution System
  • Sell Tourist Packages
  • Maintain Working Relationships
  • Process Booking
  • Maintain Customer Records
  • Use Customer Relationship Management Software
  • Process Payments
  • Maintain Relationship With Suppliers


Optional Skills

  • Manage Online Content
  • Oversee The Design Of Touristic Publications
  • Assist Clients With Special Needs
  • Build Business Relationships
  • Follow Ethical Code Of Conduct In Tourism
  • Perform Services In A Flexible Manner
  • Demonstrate Intercultural Competences In Hospitality Services
  • Read Maps
  • Use Different Communication Channels
  • Comply With Food Safety And Hygiene
  • Plan Events
  • Oversee The Printing Of Touristic Publications


Alternative Names

  • Tourism Promotion Agent
  • Business Travel Advisor
  • Leisure Travel Consultant
  • Travel Advisor
  • Business Travel Consultant


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