Final words, close of ceremony and final bidding
Wasn’t that a wonderful ceremony in such a fantastic venue? I’d like to offer sincere thanks to Elaine, Adele and the whole team for organising such a fabulous day.
Thank you also to Ken and Peter for their thought provoking and inspirational addresses.
Thank you to our sponsors, Carsten Staehr of Cintra Payroll & HR Services and to Anthony Macey of Portfolio Payroll.
Thank you to all the CIPP tutors, and the high level of commitment they continuously show, in supporting their students through their studies, often until late in the evening, and at weekends, when students are most likely to be studying. We know most of our tutors have their own day jobs, and the CIPP really appreciates all the work they do. Thank you also to our fellows and the CIPP Board members. On your behalf, I would once again, like to thank your friends and family for the support they have given throughout your studies and for joining you here today. Most importantly I want to thank you, for all your hard work and dedication. Remember, today is for celebration and congratulations, so take just a moment, to congratulate others sitting around you, give each other a hug of praise, and a handshake of admiration – and, after we leave the auditorium, remember to find and speak to those who you want to say a personal thank you, or congratulations to, over a celebratory drink. Make sure you also get their contact details for those ongoing networking opportunities. Next week, when you return to the office, don’t forget that your certificate should take pride of place. Be proud, and remember to show it to your boss and colleagues, pin it on the notice board, or display it, framed, on your desk. You deserve the recognition and congratulations. Soon after I graduated in 2002, I enquired about becoming a tutor myself, to give something back to the payroll industry, and encourage other payroll professionals to study; I’ve been tutoring ever since. Perhaps some of you are considering the same, or perhaps embarking on a further academic qualification? Get in touch with the qualifications team, anytime in the future, if you feel you would like to support others in their development or to continue with your own academic studies. Another way you can keep on learning is to continue to support us, the CIPP, your Institute. Stay involved, keep your CPD up to date, and keep your full membership status. We welcome you most warmly to our family, and when you are ready to take your next learning experience, remember the success you feel today, and whatever that is, you know you will be able to take on the challenge and enjoy it.
Eira Hammond FCIPPdip Chair, CIPP
“...when you return to the office, don’t forget that your certificate should take
pride of place...”
Whatever part of your learning journey you are on, whether you have already achieved your graduate status or are part-way through your journey, there are challenges for the future:
● To stay at the top of our profession ● To use what you have learnt as a stepping stone for the future – to better both yourself and your profession ● To encourage others to follow in your footsteps.
Cherish this moment – we, in the CIPP honour and applaud your effort, and take pride in any small contribution we have given to you, in achieving all of this.
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The CIPP Graduation Ceremony 2016
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