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Great networking opportunities at Industry Day 2014

At our annual Industry Day, on 14 November 2013, numerous Crown Institute of Studies students secured interviews with some leading Auckland businesses and lots more did some great networking, which we’re sure will mean several will have secured jobs before graduating!
 
At this year’s event, students met with representatives from a variety of entities including ANZ, Base Travel, Sky City, Frog Recruitment, City Life, Function Staff, STA Travel, Auckland Museum, Contiki, The Langham, Stray Travel, Kiwi Experience, Accor, Student Job Search, Tourism New Zealand, Air New Zealand and Quinn Recruitment. We would like to thank all of these companies for their participation.
 
 “We love working with Crown Institute of Studies students and their graduates. I find they are work-ready and have all the required knowledge and training so they can step into any type of hospitality role without further training,” says Troy Huston, owner of Function Staff.
 
Industry Days are an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about the organisations they could work for in the future, learn about the different career paths they could take and present themselves as potential employees. We have had excellent positive feedback about the event from the both the participating industry reps and our students.
 
You can see more photos of the event on our Facebook page HERE.
 

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Get As in your exams!

What’s the Best Way to Get Ready for Your Exams? Check Out Our Top Five Study Tips!



Many of you will now be in the thick of the examination period so you’ll already be in study mode. We can always improve our study skills, though, so here are some great study tips to help you get the best possible marks!



1. Study alone

Group study sessions can be a lot of fun, however if you need to get some serious study done, it’s best to study alone, as group sessions can get off-topic quickly and might be covering areas that aren’t the most important for you.

 

2. Create your perfect study zone

Your study zone should be a place that is quiet, comfortable and free from distractions. Just make sure you remove as many distractions in your zone as possible. It’s best to have no music on, definitely no television and stay well away from the internet. Oh… and make sure that you turn off your phone! Once you’ve done an hour or two, you can reward yourself with a few minutes to check Facebook and reply to your text messages!



3. Make sure you are prepped

Get all your study materials together before you get into study mode. Make sure you have all your books, notes, study guides and writing utensils in front of you. If you’ve got to keep getting up to get things, it means you’ll likely get distracted from the task at hand.

 

4. Turn your notes into flash cards

Flash cards are an excellent way to test your memory. As you read through important facts, rewrite them in Q&A form on some plain cards.  For example, to study historical facts, write the historical fact on one side of the card and the key details on the other side.



5. Snack wisely and healthy while you study

To stay sharp while you study, stay away from junk food! Snack on dark leafy greens, whole grains, peanut butter and milk or water. Feeling sluggish? Caffeine or energy drinks won't help you in the long run. Get your energy boost instead by eating a banana or an apple. By all means timetable exercise into your study days; it can help to keep your mind fresh, but don’t allow it to become an excuse for staying away from the books!

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The team at Crown would like to wish you all the best with your exams this year!

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Crown’s travel students experience the Fijian way of life

Fiji is one of the most popular destinations visited by New Zealanders on holiday; so where better to take our current travel and tourism students on a cultural educational overseas experience than Fiji?
  
The trip was booked through STA Travel, with Feejee Experience offering us an insight into the ‘real’ Fiji. The students swam, hiked, sand-boarded, soaked in mud pools and hung out on beautiful beaches, and, through the variety of activities, learnt about the Fijian way of life. A highlight of the trip was taking part in a sevusevu ceremony (meeting and greeting visitors) in a local village, where students took part in the kava offering, ate local delicacies and danced.
 
Feejee Experience gave us a fantastic example of how, as tourists and future tourism industry employees, we can help support local communities without damaging the environment.
 
For more information about our travel, tourism & airline studies course, contact us today on 0800 357 316 or info@crown.ac.nz
 
Enrolling now for intakes starting in October 2013 and February 2014.
 

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Do you prefer your raspberry jam shaken or stirred?

Congratulations to the Crown Institute of Studies students who competed at the 2013 New Zealand Culinary Fare.
 
Students from Crown competed for the first time in the Original/Innovative Cocktail class of the Fare.  They were awarded silver and bronze medals. The judging was extremely strict compared to the Auckland Regional Culinary Fare.  No gold medals were awarded in the Original/Innovative Cocktail class, so this was a great result.
 
Chris Saw’s ‘Mad Craving’ cocktail won him a silver medal.  He used some really interesting ingredients such as fresh ginger, raspberry jam, rhubarb and his own homemade sour mix.  The judges commented on how well he had infused strawberry Skittles in the Finlandia Vodka that he used in the cocktail.
 
The Crown students all study in the Certificate in International Hospitality – Food and Beverage Service course.  This is a very popular course where students gain six NZQA National Certificates and the internationally recognised London City and Guilds Diploma.
 
Along with the class-work, the course includes focused career sessions, graduate career guidance and an up to date job zone. Many of our students gain relevant work experience while studying.  Students are supported during studies to become work ready and hit the ground running. Crown hospitality students work in many of Auckland’s prestigious hotels, restaurants and bars.
 
Studying a hospitality course can help you to secure one of the best jobs in the industry, as there is a shortage of experienced workers. Vacancies can appear suddenly, so when the perfect opportunity arises, you want to be prepared, knowing you're qualified with the experience and expertise to be in the running for a great position.
 
If you would like more information about Crown’s Hospitality courses then please contact the recruitment team on 0800 357 316 or info@crown.ac.nz.

Enrolling now for courses starting October 2013 and February 2014.
 

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National Diploma in Hospitality Management course – Gain three diplomas and a certificate in just 18 months of study!

The National Diploma in Hospitality Management (level five on the national framework) is a widely recognised and highly regarded qualification, not just in New Zealand, but overseas as well.  Crown Institute has been offering the course for over twelve years now and we’ve seen hundreds of graduates gain exciting jobs in a variety of different areas in the hospitality industry.
 
The Crown course is comprised of four fourteen-week terms, a total on just 56 weeks.  Each term students gain a thorough understanding of skills required to work in the hospitality sector including…
 

  1. Commercial accommodation management
  2. Business management
  3. Food and beverage management
  4. Human resource management

 
Along with the National Diploma in Hospitality Management students also gain the City & Guilds (London) Diploma in Reception Operations and Services and the National Certificate in Hospitality Front Office Level 3.
 
Our students are encouraged to take part in Crown‘s Work Experience Programme as part of their training.  This gives you the opportunity to network with people working in the hospitality sector and gain a real insight into different areas of the industry.  Click HERE to find out more about the programme.
 
And by completing just three more business papers, you can also achieve the New Zealand Institute of Management (NZIM) Diploma in Management (level five).
 
That’s three diplomas and a certificate in only 18 months of study!
 
Some of Crown Institute’s recent graduates are working on Super Yachts, running their own establishments, training new recruits and working in some of Auckland’s prestigious hotels.
 
To find out more about studying hospitality at Crown Institute, contact Crown Institute on 0800 357 316 or info@crown.ac.nz.  Our next courses start 2 September 2013.

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Crown students achieve a 100% pass rate in City & Guilds exams

With three distinctions and five merits being awarded, Crown Institute hospitality students achieved an amazing 100% pass rate in the June, 2013 exams! 
 
“All students worked extremely hard towards their qualifications, both in theory and practice, while still having fun.  They know the value of an international qualification when looking for overseas work.  We are very proud of our students and look forward to training the next intake, who will be working towards the same qualifications." Donna Maclaine – Programme Co-ordinator (Hospitality).
 
City & Guilds is based in London and was founded in 1878.  Crown Institute currently offers two of their internationally recognised qualifications, the International Diploma in Food and Beverage Service and the International Diploma of Reception Operations and Services.  They are very popular courses for people that are looking to enter the hospitality industry and work here or overseas.
 
The International Diploma in Food and Beverage Service includes fourteen core units that cover personal skills, customer care, food and drinks service, including silver service.
 
The International Diploma of Reception Operations and Services incorporates ten core units, covering all important aspects of hotel reception work.
 
If you are looking for more than just a qualification, give us a call to talk about our exciting programmes.
 
For more information about Crown Institute’s hospitality courses click HERE or contact us on 0800 357 316 or info@crown.ac.nz

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Food & Beverage students outdo themselves at Culinary Fare

Crown Institute of Studies Food and Beverage students have outdone themselves again at the 2013 10th Auckland Regional Culinary Fare.
 
Crown students won four medals, two silver and two bronze in the Classic Cocktail competition.
 
Congratulations to:
Chris Saw – Silver
Laura Wooton – Silver
James Wehi – Bronze
Krystal Cody – Bronze
 
Each year our Food and Beverage students take part in the Auckland Regional Fare and the National Culinary Fare.  The Auckland Regional Fare is designed to give hospitality industry trainees some exposure to competition for the Nationals.  Crowns Food and Beverage student always perform well in each of the competitions.  The fares are an excellent way for Crown students to showcase their talent as well as meet trade professionals and make contacts in the industry.
 
The students are now preparing for Nationals, which will be held in August at the ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane, Auckland.
 
For more information about Crowns hospitality courses, phone 0800 357 316 or email info@crown.ac.nz.  Next courses start 2 September 2013.

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Ciya’s great networking opportunities with New Caledonia Tourism

Crown Institute’s 2013 New Caledonia Tourism scholarship winner, Ciya Josephmary has been rubbing shoulders with travel wholesale and retail managers as part of her work experience.
 
New Caledonia Tourism held their Roadshow a few weeks ago at Stamford Plaza Hotel Auckland.  Ciya was involved in setting up the event and then sat at one of the tables with the other agents for the evening.  She gained a great overview of the destination, as there were twelve presentations from various hotels, activities and roles within New Caledonia and the tourism industry.  Ciya is pictured below at the chocolate fountain.
 
Ciya also attended a SKAL (International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals) members’ lunch sponsored by New Caledonia Tourism, last month.  She is pictured below with Ian White from Performance Media, Asa Duffy and Lesley Perrie from Planet Travel Marketing.
 
These have been great opportunities for Ciya to network with industry representatives.  These networking events will help her when she completes her Crown Institute course and is applying for a job in the industry.
 
Claire Hooton, New Caledonia Tourism Sales and Promotion Coordinator says “Ciya is gaining more and more confidence and was a real help with our Auckland Roadshow and has been great to have in the office”.
 
Ciya will continue to work closely with New Caledonia Tourism, attending various trade events, industry shows and to be based in the offices in Parnell one day a week.
 
After last year completing a Certificate Course, which included Tourism Core Skills and Travel Level 3 & 4 National Certificates, Ciya is working towards her Level 5 Tourism Management Diploma.  Ciya’s goal is to become a Customer Service Agent.
 
For more information about Crown Institute’s Travel, Tourism and Airline Studies course, please click HERE.

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