MTPA Launches Online Training Programme ‘Mauritius Grand Master’ for Indian Travel Trade

This is the first time Mauritius is conducting online training and certificate programme in India. The programme will engage the travel trade through seven online learning modules. MTPA expects to reach out to front line, sales and travel trade across nation in the first phase of the programme. Travel agents can sign up at http://ott.travel/homemauritiusindia.aspx?# for the training programme. 

According to MTPA India office, the training programme will have seven modules and participants will have to score a minimum of 80 per cent in each module to proceed to the next level. Participants will get three attempts to clear each module. On clearing all the modules agents will be certificated as Mauritius Grand Master and a certificate will be sent on the registered address. 

Speaking about the programme, Dr. Karl Mootoosamy, Director, MTPA said, “Mauritius is a unique destination showcasing an array of beautiful landscapes, stunning beaches, world-class hospitality and thrilling adventures activities. The destination has varied product offering for all segment of travellers. The programme will help build, grow and maintain a strong and comprehensive network of Mauritius ‘Travel Specialists’ who can promote Mauritius to attract more visitors. The objective is to make the course fun, informative and easy to understand. The online training programme will enable trade with increased knowledge about the destination and introduce innovative itinerary for Mauritius.” 

Agents can complete the programme according to their convenience. The programme will help boost agent’s base who can sell Mauritius as a tourist destination. It will also provide a medium for Mauritius tourism products to access and connect with the front line staff actually dealing with the end consumers, increasing network of Indian retails agents.