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ITMI is an exceptional investment in yourself!
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As an ITMI graduate (2010) I highly recommend the program to those who are willing to put in the time, do the work and follow their passion!
As a recent graduate said, "ITMI will teach you how to paddle the boat, give you the skills to be the best boat captain and the resources to navigate the water, however you have to put that boat in the water". I agree completely, like any educational program you must have the personal drive to make contacts, keep up with your resume, contact companies and follow up professionally.
In addition ITMI has an annual Symposium that includes both professional and educational seminars attended by not only fellow tour directors but also the top and boutique tour operators in the industry. There is also an opportunity to have a face-to-face interview sessions with many of those tour operators. I absolutely feel that the annual Symposium is a privilege and has not only increased my knowledge and expertise in the industry but has also led to amazing contacts and jobs as well.
Speaking of jobs, ITMI has a lifetime placement assistance with its graduates. In addition they send out on a regular basis leads from tour operators looking to fulfill various positions in the industry.
I highly encourage you, if this is your dream, if it is your passion to contact ITMI and speak with one of the instructors. They will also gladly give you alumni to speak with as well. Not everyone is excepted into the program and while it is important to read reviews of ITMI and become educated in the authenticity and professionalism that ITMI has and continues to have as the industry leader, please note that some reviews are from individuals that were not accepted into the program and did not even attend the course.
I know this not only as a student but when not out on a tour, I also help out in the office. One might think that I am bias but it is from my respect and exceptionally high regard for ITMI that I am honored to speak with students interested in the program. I would encourage you, if interested to give a call into the ITMI office and I would be happy to speak with you about my personal experience and also put you in touch with many alumni who can speak about their experience as well.
All of these hard facts aside, ITMI helped me make my dreams come true. Just last week I took a tour group down the coast of California and had to pinch myself...while they were out exploring the beautiful sea-side city of Monterey I was sitting in a cafe, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and remembering when I was first looking at the ITMI website...wondering if I could make my passion into a career...thank you Ted Bravos, thank you Randy Hellrung, thank you to Joan Keddell and the rest of the ITMI staff!
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