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Celebrate your achievements at The Career Academy Graduation later this year!

We’re excited to announce a special Graduation & Prizegiving ceremony for students in November, where you and your family can celebrate all your hard work and the achievement of your qualification.

You’ll go on stage and receive a professionally framed certificate from our Academic Team, meet other students and graduates, hear from industry leaders, and our keynote speaker, Natalie Tolhopf, who will inspire you to become unstoppable.

PLUS, to support and help you in your career journey, we’re offering FREE practical resources to all students who attend, including:

Recruiters and industry representatives to help you explore work opportunities in the market.
A professional photographer to capture photos perfect for your LinkedIn, website, or social media profiles.
A career coach to help you prepare a personalised career plan and provide valuable feedback on your LinkedIn profile, CV, cover letter, and more!

General Admission Ticket

Family Pass (bring your whole family)

KEY EVENTS DETAILS

Date: November 13th, 2025

Time Registration: 8 am Registration
(10 am - 4 pm for the actual event)

Dress Code: Smart Casual

E.g. jeans or a dress is fine, no need for graduation gown.

Graduation Rundown

Location: Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland

Parking: FREE parking

Special Early Bird Offer: Take advantage of our Super Early Bird Pricing with 50% off Graduation tickets when you confirm this week

General Admission: $229 + GST (you + 1)

Family Pass: $224.50 + GST (bring your whole family)

As you’re on a payment plan, we’ll simply add this cost to your balance without changing your weekly payments.

Don’t miss out! We have a limited number of tickets available. Secure your graduation tickets now.

Please confirm who you will be bringing with you to graduation.

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING GRADUATION 2025

You’ll hear from keynote speaker Natalie Tolhopf, one of New Zealand’s top sales and mindset coaches. Over the last decade, she has coached hundreds of people to cultivate powerful self-belief and develop the confidence to sell with simplicity and success.

After growing her own profitable business (with plenty of failures along the way), Natalie Tolhopf knows that success starts with your mindset. As an experienced speaker and facilitator, she guides business owners to quit looking to others for guidance and trust their inner mentor, so you can finally step into your role and become unstoppable.

Natalie will share her story of quitting her addiction to unrealistic expectations and embracing her expertise. You’ll learn to trust yourself, know yourself, and back yourself so you can become unstoppable.

We have also Invited the following speaker to attend

Shailan Patel, MYOB

On top of this we’re offering FREE practical resources that you can access on the day, including:

Recruiters and industry representatives to help you explore work opportunities in the market.
A professional photographer to capture photos perfect for your LinkedIn, website, or social media profiles.
A career coach to provide valuable feedback on your LinkedIn profile, CV, cover letter, and more!

Hurry, we only have a limited number of Super Early Bird tickets remaining.
Please quickly confirm who you will be bringing to graduation so I can secure your seats!

THE CAREER ACADEMY AWARDS

We believe the exceptional should be awarded.

Each year, we notice that there are a few students who excel in their course, either through exceptional hard work, an infectious enthusiasm, or a deep understanding of the course content. So far, these students have been the unsung heroes of The Career Academy. Their tutors love them, but we think the whole world should know who they are.

That’s why we created The Career Academy awards.

We’ll be giving away an award to one exceptional student from each subject. These students have been hand-picked by the tutors for their ability to shine in their course. Some have performed spectacularly academically, others have worked hard and succeeded despite difficult circumstances, and others have simply made their tutors days a little bit brighter. Whatever their achievements, we think its important to celebrate them, and who knows, you might even be a recipient yourself.

EXHIBITORS THAT ARE ATTENDING THE 2025 GRADUATION

Drake International

Drake International is a renowned recruitment and HR solutions provider, serving New Zealand with expert talent acquisition and workforce management. With decades of experience across multiple industries, Drake excels at connecting job-seekers with employers and offers valuable advice on career development. Their team understands the unique needs of each graduate and tailors support to help them succeed. Meet Drake to explore job opportunities, career pathways, and tailored employment solutions.

Hays

Hays is a global leader in recruitment, with a strong presence across New Zealand and a reputation for deep industry expertise. They specialise in helping candidates find both temporary and permanent roles, offering insights into the current job market and career strategies. Hays’ consultants are known for personalised guidance and supporting job-seekers at every stage. Chat with the Hays team about open roles, career advice, and how to stand out to employers.

MYOB

MYOB is a leading business management platform trusted by organisations and professionals across Australasia. Specialising in accounting, payroll, and enterprise software, MYOB empowers graduates and professionals with tools to streamline finance and business operations. Representatives will offer insights into MYOB’s solutions, digital skills valuable to employers, and training pathways to support your success in today’s job market.

Dress for Success Auckland

Dress for Success Auckland is an internationally recognised not-for-profit that empowers women to achieve economic independence. Their team provides professional attire, career coaching, and a supportive network to help women thrive both at work and in life. At the expo, learn how Dress for Success Auckland offers practical resources, interview suiting, and workshops to boost confidence and open doors to new job opportunities.

Fix Up Look Sharp

Fix Up Look Sharp is a social enterprise dedicated to supporting men with professional attire and career-ready skills for employment and interviews. They offer clothing, grooming advice, and confidence-building workshops to help men look and feel their best as they enter or re-enter the workforce. Meet their team to discover how dressing sharp and presenting confidently can make a lasting impression on employers and help unlock fresh opportunities.

New Zealand Qualified Bookkeepers Association (NZQBA)

NZQBA is a passionate, supportive community dedicated to championing bookkeepers across New Zealand. Whether you're starting out or a seasoned professional, NZQBA offers resources, training, and a network designed to help you thrive in your bookkeeping career. As an Approved Advisor Group, NZQBA provides mentoring, education, and professional development to empower members to confidently manage their businesses and client relationships. Joining NZQBA means connecting with like-minded professionals and accessing exclusive tools, events, and member benefits tailored for bookkeepers' success.

BUY YOUR TICKETS

You can buy your Early Bird tickets now! Tickets are Half Priced for $129 (+gst) each, and will include a professionally framed certificate, and academic transcript presented to you. Additionally you can purchase a Family Pass for Half Price $224.50 which includes the above plus invites for your whole family!