Master the Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) — the backbone of global airline financial settlements. Akbar Training Center offers Bahrain's most specialized IATA BSP Accounting program, awarding three IATA certificates upon successful completion.
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Eight essential BSP competencies that make you indispensable to any travel agency, airline or aviation finance team.
Follow the complete cycle from initial reporting through to final billing — understanding every step, document and deadline in the BSP lifecycle.
Recognize reporting documents and confidently resolve errors as they occur — a critical skill that protects agency revenue and airline relationships.
Access the BSP reporting calendar, digital portals and various billing reports with confidence — eliminating delays and compliance risks.
Analyze complex BSP billing reports to ensure agency accuracy and pinpoint discrepancies before they become financial liabilities.
Master the remittance verification process end-to-end — including confirming amounts and staying current on BSP instructions and deadlines.
Apply professional procedures for Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) and Direct Debit — the two primary payment methods in BSP settlements.
Handle irregularity and default processes, understand the consequences of overdue payments and protect your agency from costly financial penalties.
Handle refund notices and applications, and effectively manage — or dispute — Agency Debit Memos (ADMs) and Agency Credit Memos (ACMs).
The program is divided into three focused certificates, each covering a critical pillar of BSP financial management. Complete all three to become a certified BSP Accounting specialist.
This program is recommended for Intermediate-level professionals who manage financial or operational workflows in travel and aviation.
Each certificate is awarded individually upon passing the relevant assessment — giving you internationally recognized credentials at every stage of the program, not just at the end.
Understanding the BSP cycle is fundamental to this course. Here is the flow from ticket sale to airline settlement.
The IATA BSP Accounting Course is the definitive professional qualification for anyone working in the financial, operational or administrative side of the travel and aviation industry. Offered in Bahrain by Akbar Training Center WLL — an IATA Premier Circle Authorized Training Centre — this specialized program provides deep-dive expertise across three critical areas of aviation finance, awarding three separate IATA certificates upon successful completion of each module's assessment.
The BSP (Billing and Settlement Plan) is the system used by IATA to simplify the selling, reporting and remittance procedures of travel agents and to improve financial control and cash flow for the airline industry. With billions of dollars processed through the BSP system annually, the ability to accurately manage, reconcile and report BSP transactions is a critical skill that travel agencies, airlines and aviation finance departments actively recruit for.
Errors in BSP reporting cost travel agencies significant revenue annually through ADMs, overdue payment penalties and audit failures. Professionals who can accurately manage the BSP cycle — from billing reports to remittance to ADM disputes — are among the most valued members of any travel finance team.
Unlike general travel courses, the IATA BSP Accounting program is entirely focused on the financial mechanics of the global airline settlement system. It is structured as three standalone-yet-connected certificates, meaning students earn a recognized credential at each stage rather than waiting until the end. This structure also allows working professionals to complete one certificate at a time if needed, making it highly flexible for those balancing full-time employment.
Every module is designed for intermediate-level professionals — those who already have some exposure to the travel industry and are looking to formalize and advance their financial expertise with an internationally recognized IATA qualification.
The first certificate covers the complete BSP billing process — from understanding what standard billing reports contain, to knowing which optional reports are available and how to use them. Students learn to identify and resolve discrepancies before they become costly ADMs or compliance issues. This certificate is foundational for anyone responsible for financial reporting at a travel agency or airline general sales agent office.
The second certificate goes deep into the remittance cycle — the process by which travel agencies pay airlines for tickets sold via the BSP. Students master the agent billing summary, understand the nuances of different payment methods (EFT and Direct Debit), and critically, learn the consequences of overdue remittance. Financial risk management — including irregularity and default processes — is a core focus of this certificate.
The third certificate covers the day-to-day document management that keeps BSP compliance intact. This includes understanding the Ticketing Authority function, processing refund applications through the correct channels, and handling the often-contentious area of Agency Debit Memos (ADMs) and Agency Credit Memos (ACMs) — including how to investigate and formally dispute ADMs when warranted.
Akbar Training Center WLL has been an IATA Premier Circle Authorized Training Centre since 2010 — a distinction awarded to fewer than 1% of IATA training centers globally. We are approved by the Ministry of Labor, Kingdom of Bahrain, and our faculty brings real-world industry experience to every course. All programs are regularly updated to reflect current IATA standards and industry practices.
Professionals who hold IATA BSP Accounting certificates work across Bahrain, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and internationally in roles including travel agency accountant, BSP reconciliation officer, airline settlement specialist, back-office supervisor, and finance manager for travel management companies. The certification signals to employers that you understand not just the theory of BSP, but the practical, day-to-day financial workflows that keep agencies compliant and profitable.
Enrollment is open throughout the year with new batches starting regularly. The program is available both in-person at our Manama campus and fully online — allowing students across Bahrain and the wider GCC to participate without relocation. Contact our admissions team via the form on this page, WhatsApp at +973 3468 5558, or call +973 7795 2201. Our center is located at Unit 42, Building 403, Road 1705, Block 317, Bukhowa Tower, Diplomatic Area, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.
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