Course Description
The GTP recertification helps you stay up-to-date in concepts, technology, principles, and best practices while providing employers and professionals with a method of assessing continued growth.
The GTP® Certification program is designed to raise industry standards in a reliable way while recognizing individuals who demonstrate a commitment to leadership and knowledge of the business travel industry.
GBTA has curated a body of knowledge based on a job analysis survey of skills and information essential for business travel professionals to thrive. The four major domains of knowledge tested by the examination are Strategic Business Planning, Buyer/Supplier Relations, Travel Program Administration, and Data/Analytics/Finance. Explore the body of knowledge in the Test Content Outline.
Ideal GTP Certification candidates will have at least three years of work experience in the business travel industry and have a strong understanding of the four domains outlined in the body of knowledge.
Upcoming Exam Dates
The GTP exam is available internationally on-site at a Prometric testing center or through remote proctoring. For more information, please visit https://www.prometric.com/GBTA.
Spring Exam
Application Deadline: March 22, 2023
Testing Window: April 22 – May 27, 2023
Fall Exam
Application Deadline: September 13, 2023
Testing Window: October 7 – November 11, 2023
About Global Travel Professional® Certification
Earn Your GTP® Certification
This certification allows you to prepare in the best way that works best with your schedule and knowledge base. While there are preparation recommendations below, we do not require that individuals purchase or study from a specific source to be eligible for the exam.
Prepare & Study
- Download the Exam Candidate Handbook to review all the necessary details on the timeline and things to expect once you have submitted an application for review.
- The Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management Academy course serves as a preparatory course for individuals interested in taking the GTP Examination and as a refresher for GTP recertification.
- Use the exam study guide, that you’ll receive after approval of your application along with confirmation and scheduling details.
- Take the practice exam to assess your current skill set and identify areas of improvement. The practice test consists of 50 questions and upon completion of the online practice test, you will receive an instant score report showing test performance in each of the content areas. For $75 USD, you get two opportunities to access the exam (fees are subject to change).
Take the Exam
The GTP® examination consists of 125 multiple-choice questions and is offered in English only. Only one of the four answer choices is correct. There are no trick questions. There are no “all of the above” and “none of the above” responses.
Candidates will only be scored on 100 out of the 125 questions. This is because 25 are considered pretest questions and are placed randomly throughout the examination. Pretest questions do not affect the score and are used to collect statistical data and to ensure the test connects to the established test content. This process is critical to ensuring that questions are statistically accurate and that the item bank is continuously updated.
Contacts:
General information – GBTA: [email protected]
Exam information – PTC: [email protected]
Scheduling and Proctoring information – Prometric: https://www.prometric.com/GBTA
Pricing
$350 USD | €300 (ex. VAT)
Member Price*
*Fees are subject to change
$450 USD | €400 (ex. VAT)
Non-Member Price*
Not only do GBTA members get discounts on professional development like this one, but they also receive exclusive content, downloadable tools, access to the GBTA Hub and so much more. Join Now!
Maintain Your GTP® Recertification
The GTP recertification helps you stay up-to-date in concepts, technology, principles, and best practices while providing employers and professionals with a method of assessing continued growth. Your GTP Certification is valid for three (3) years ending in either June or December. You must complete all 50 recertification credits before the expiration date listed on your certificate. GBTA does not track candidate credits. Use GBTA’s GTP Recertification Tracking Spreadsheet to manage your earned credits, Coming Soon!
Once you have collected all fifty credits, visit the Recertification Portal to input your credits and pay the reapplication fee. You will receive your new GTP Certificate within 30 days. You must complete this before the expiration date listed on your certificate.
If you did not earn 50 recertification credits in time, you can apply to take the GTP Certification exam before the expiration date on your certificate. In cases where a GTP holder cannot obtain the required recertification credits and did not complete the GTP Certification exam by the required renewal date, a request for an extension should be sent in writing to GBTA Academy at [email protected] Please reference the GTP Recertification Handbook for the criteria and extension request process. Not all extension requests are eligible for extensions.
If you do not earn the necessary recertification credits or retake the exam within the three-year period, your GTP will expire. If you let your certificate expire, you may not refer to yourself as a GTP or use the GTP credential. To attain the GTP again, you will be required to reapply by submitting the initial application, submitting the associated fees, and retaking the examination.
GTP® Recertification Resources
Pricing
$200
Member Price*
*Fees are subject to change
$250
Nonmember Price*
Not only do GBTA members get discounts on professional development like this one, but they also receive exclusive content, downloadable tools, access to the GBTA Hub and so much more. Join Now!
Earn GTP® Recertification Credits
Each recording equals one GTP® recertification credit.
Strategic Business Planning
How Technology Impacts Traveller Behaviour & Safety, 2019
47:39
Managing Travel Risk for Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs), 2019
38:27
4 Reasons Why Travel Should Partner with Human Resources, 2019
29:01
Duty of Care Convergence: De-Silo’ing Travel Risk Management & Security, 2019
31:56
Novel Coronavirus Update, 2020
53:30
Data Analytics
Closing the Gap: Risk Management of Meetings, Events, and Incentive (MICE) Travel, 2019
54:14
Dynamic Pricing: Industry Perspectives and Best Practices, 2019
58:31
2020 Global Travel Forecast: Global Air, Hotel and Ground Prices – Research Sponsored by
CWT, 2019
29:19
Data Fundamentals: How to Improve Data Quality and Use It to Drive Success, 2019
29:29
Three Ways to Use Predictive Analytics to Boost Your Travel Program, 2019
30:34
Travel Program Administration
Leakage ROI: New Approach to ‘Managing’ vs ‘Solving’ Off-Channel Activity, 2019
30:28
How Blockchain Technology Will Change Managed Travel, 2019
32:28
Tips for Positively Influencing the Traveler Experience, 2019
40:49
Strategies for Improving Hotel Program Compliance, 2019
46:45
New GBTA Accommodations RFP Standard What’s in it for You?, 2019
26:51
Buyer/Supplier Relationships
Crucial Conversations — Tools for Talking When Stakes are High, 2019
49:46
Scope of the Travel Manager: What Suppliers Need to Know, 2019
30:04
Executing a Best-in-Class Travel Programme for Mid-Market Clients, 2019
22:56
How Much Will Travel Cost in 2020?, 2019
1:00
Approved Provider Program
The GTP® Approved Provider Program allows organizations that offer business travel-related educational sessions the opportunity to award recertification credits to GTP® certification holders. The program is designed to enhance the ongoing professional development of GTP® credential holders by offering quality learning experiences related to the field of business travel management. One (1) recertification credit hour is awarded for 60 minutes of education. Time dedicated to non-educational activities, such as exhibit halls, meals, entertainment, and the like does not count toward recertification credits. GBTA will electronically forward the approved sessions to accepted applicants. For a full list of approved providers, please contact [email protected].
There are two steps in the Approved Provider Program:
- Qualify as an Approved Provider
- Submit content for review
Benefits of GTP® Approved Providers
- Publicize your organization as a GTP® Approved Provider.
- Receive an approved provider seal for use in marketing and onsite materials as well as on attendee certificates of completion.
- Organization or name will be listed as a GTP® Approved Provider.
- Permitted to link to the GTP® section of the GBTA website
Criteria for GTP® Approved Providers
- Organization has been a legal business entity for at least one year.
- Organization has offered business travel management education for at least one year.
- Content is consistent with current GTP® Test Content Outline.
Approved Provider Authorization Process
- Applications are processed within 30 days of receipt.
- GBTA will notify applicant of status via email.
- Approved Providers must submit a new application annually before their status expires.
Application & Fees
Apply and become an Approved Provider. Only approved providers can offer GTP® recertification credits for qualifying programs, events, or sessions. Submit a review form for each program hosted.
Note: Chapters are automatically considered Approved Providers. Full list of Chapters
Fees subject to change
Corporate
Annual Application & Fee
Apply / $1,000
Program Review Application
& Fee
Per session
Review / $100
GBTA Chapter
Annual Application & Fee
Waived
Program Review Application
& Fee
Per session
Waived
Non-Profit
Annual Application & Fee
Apply / $1,000
Program Review Application
& Fee
Per session
Review / $100
Questions
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