Selby College Business & Travel Newsletter Autumn 2024

Department Newsletter

Welcome

Greetings from Selby College’s Business and Travel & Tourism Departments! It’s a pleasure to extend a warm welcome as you explore the dynamic community we have here.

As the head of these departments, I am thrilled at the prospect of embarking on this rewarding journey with those who decide to join us.

In this newsletter, you will discover inspiring stories from both our current students and alumni. These narratives not only motivate but also highlight the diverse opportunities that await you at Selby College.

We have also included the latest updates and news from our departments, alongside a schedule of upcoming events to keep you well-informed.

Additionally, for some light-hearted entertainment, we’ve included interesting facts from the travel and tourism industry that might surprise you!

While we hope you are considering applying to become part of our community, I look forward to potentially meeting you and supporting you as you pursue your goals at Selby College.

Business News

Our Business students like to give back to those who need it most and have arranged a variety of events to raise money for local and national charities.

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT TRAVEL & TOURISM

Kate Turner, Head of Operations and Service Delivery for the North at DB Cargo, recently visited Business students to talk about her career and their professional development. Autumn I 2024

Here’s to embarking on a journey full of both challenges and excitement, enriched by the educational experiences we offer.

Warm regards,

Ben Porter Head of Business & Travel & Tourism

They recently raised more than £480 for the Dog’s Trust with a sell-out afternoon tea event at Selby Garden Centre and a further £170 for the Hull Greyhound Rescue Centre after hosting their own murder mystery night.

Most recently, they made a generous donation to Selby & District Food Bank as part of a team building module within the course. This saw them split into two teams and compete to try and arrange the biggest collection for the food bank.

Over 12 large boxes of items were donated which included tinned meats and fruits, juices, toiletries and lifelong products. Nigel Currey, Chairman of Trustees at Selby & District Food Bank, visited the College to collect the donation and personally thank the students for their generosity.

Travel & Tourism News

Former Travel & Tourism student Emma Newbould recently visited our current students to provide an insight into her career as an air hostess with Virgin. Emma spoke about the day in the life of cabin crew and the amazing places her job has taken her.

Representatives from Jet2 Holidays also recently visited our Travel & Tourism students to give them insight into the history of the

business, operations control and working as cabin crew – encouraging them to pursue a career in the industry.

Fun Facts!

The UK Was Home to the World’s First Travel Agency

In 1841, Thomas Cook organised the world’s first package tour, setting the foundation for the modern travel and tourism industry. From this modest beginning, Thomas Cook grew into one of the largest travel companies in the world, before its collapse in 2019.

The Lake District Inspires Global Adventure

The UK’s Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, not only attracts millions of visitors annually but also inspired the global adventure of mountaineering. It was here in the early 19th century that the sport essentially began, thanks to the efforts of local guides.

The UK Pioneered the World’s First Commercial Jet Service

In 1952, the world’s first commercial jet service was operated by British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) from London to Johannesburg, marking a new era in travel. This innovation drastically reduced travel time across the globe, making the UK a pivotal player in the international travel industry.

Hear from our Students

Business

I’ve always had an interest in business and the course has provided me with the knowledge to think critically about business activity and behaviours. I can now understand why businesses make certain decisions or how organisations work in teams to achieve their successes.

I really enjoyed my two years studying at Selby College. My tutors really helped me grow as a person and I can’t thank them enough for this.

The course taught me so much which I was able to take away with me. It had its challenges over the duration, but I enjoyed every single minute of it.

Travel & Toursim

A major benefit of my course was that it helped to build my confidence, especially doing presentations, which is crucial to have when leading groups of 20-30 children and also as a member of Cabin Crew.

Klaudia

Aimee

Olga

Nicola

The Big Apple and More

As a Business or Travel & Tourism student, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in a number of trips. Our students have previously been to Flamingo Land, Carlton Towers and even New York!

When exploring the Big Apple, students were able to gain insight into New York’s business scene with trips to Wall Street and a talk at Macy’s, as well as visiting New York’s iconic buildings and sights.

Business students from the College enjoyed the trip of a lifetime to New York, which saw them visit some amazing landmarks and taste all the local delicacies the Big Apple has to offer, including lots of pizza, authentic American diner food at The Comfort Diner and of course fried chicken!

Their Manhattan adventure began with a visit to the incredible Empire State Building and they also had the opportunity to walk around the iconic Times Square and Broadway theatre

Over the course of a week the students went on to visit and enjoy tours of several special locations in New York, including; the Flatiron Building, Trinity Church, Wall Street, New York Stock Exchange, Battery Park, the Observatory on top of the One World Trade Centre, the 9/11 Memorial, Grand Central Station, a tour and talk at Macy’s, the Chrysler Building, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. What a trip!

Gain Insight Into Life as Cabin Crew

Our Travel & Tourism students get hands on air cabin crew training thanks to the work we do FlyMe. Our Travel & Tourism students have the opportunity to experience cabin safety drills, first aid training, fire training, evacuation slides, life raft drills and much more.

FlyMe’s facilities include a genuine Boeing 737300 aircraft for cabin crew training plus a fixed base Boeing 737-800 flight simulator used for flight training. Its interactive airport comes with check in desks and baggage weigh conveyors, departure lounge, security and passport control. It also has a flight lounge and air traffic control room fully equipped with desktop simulators and virtual reality experiences based on travel and aviation – a truly realistic experience!

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