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3You said 'my university asks'. Is this a group trip for the university? What does the university has to do with all this?– papakiasCommented May 17, 2016 at 11:31
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4It is a trip to a scientific conference. I get a refund from the university.– Erel Segal-HaleviCommented May 17, 2016 at 11:40
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15I suspect that your university imposes this requirement so that they can be assured that the ticket actually was purchased and at what price. Companies sometimes have this policy because they get a kick-back from the travel agent, but I wouldn't expect that to be likely for a university.– BerwynCommented May 17, 2016 at 11:57
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13This is essential answered at The Workplace.– gerritCommented May 17, 2016 at 13:16
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11I think the main reason is to enforce travel policies. You've found a ticket that's $50 less, but someone else might book a 2-day layover in Bali for $1000 more. Without the travel agent, the university would need to have someone examining your booking to ensure that it complies with policy. It's cheaper for them to conclude an agreement with a travel specialist and require you to book through said specialist.– phoogCommented May 17, 2016 at 20:54
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