
About travel
To sell travel, you need to experience travel.
A world of opportunity will open up for you when you pursue a career in travel. Graduates will find themselves working for travel agents, tour operators, airlines, corporate travel specialists, cruise ship industry, visitor attractions and vehicle rental companies.
Studying travel
CPIT's School of Food and Hospitality offers the Aviation, Tourism and Travel Training Organisation (ATTTO) training qualifications. You will become confident and capable of creating itineraries for business and holiday travellers with computer training using International Air Transport Association (IATA) principles and the latest software systems.
Our campus attracts international students from more than 50 countries and we coordinate meetings for you to learn directly about the uniqueness of their lands and cultures.
We are proud of the hands-on nature of the travel programme. You will learn exactly how the industry works with visits to places like customs offices and tourism roadshows, and also manage every aspect of a field trip within New Zealand for your class.
CPIT enjoys a high employment ratio from industry and our experienced industry professionals use their comprehensive contacts to support you as you look for your ideal job.
Useful links
Aviation Tourism Travel Training Organisation - develops and manages high quality training linked to nationally recognised qualifications for the aviation, tourism and travel industries.
New Zealand Institute of Travel & Tourism - the New Zealand Institute of Travel and Tourism (NZITT) encourage individual excellence within the Travel and Tourism industry by promoting education and training to achieve quality service and professional standards.
Tourism Industry Association - the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ) is a membership-based and funded organisation.
100% Pure NZ - The Tourism New Zealand website is an introduction to tourism in New Zealand.
Programmes
Certificate in Travel OperationsProgramme code: CH3868Level: 4Credits: 120 Explore a career in travel and tourism with our certificate that takes your adventurous spirit and people skills to the next level. Our highly regarded programme is recognised as one of the best in New Zealand. |
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