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Whether you are an established timeshare professional, a newcomer, or a hospitality student, the ARDA International Foundation (AIF) can provide essential training for your continual growth. Through a variety of designation programs, university partnerships, and self-paced courses, AIF works to help keep you up to date in today’s industry.

Professional Development
Be savvy and advance your career by completing the AIF Qualification Test, enrolling in one of the industry designation programs, and/or using the numerous videos and publications we offer in conjunction with the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA). Take advantage of all these programs and show your commitment to continual personal growth!

Academic Outreach
Both professors and students can benefit from AIF resources. Special membership rates allow access to industry knowledge and contacts. Faculty may attend ARDA conventions at a discounted fee, and students may apply for convention scholarships, so they can make invaluable networking connections for their future careers. AIF also partners with select universities to develop customized programs.

AIF Toolkit
Want to make a difference and grow the industry in your local community? Be prepared when invited to speak on behalf of the timeshare industry with this professional presentation. Address legislators, the press, and other influential groups with confidence by using this toolkit, complete with statistics on who buys, why they buy, and how much they spend to impact local economies.