The York University School of Continuing Studies (York SCS) has assembled a team of influential business leaders from the public, finance, education, commerce and technology sectors to guide the creation of Canada’s first fully online Certificate in Cloud Computing Strategy. Starting January 2020, this innovative new continuing professional education program will meet the growing demand for highly skilled Cloud Architects and […]
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President of top Content Marketing agency joins instructor team
As President of agency Fifth Story, Shelley Middlebrook knows great content. Now, as an instructor in our new Certificate in Content Marketing, she’s helping students learn to create content that influences opinion and inspires action. Read on as Shelley shares her thoughts on where content fits into the current marketing landscape, and why every marketer […]
Media Planet: Navigating Your Path to the Future of Work
The future of work in Canada is changing, and with it the demand for talent to fill the growing number of jobs in the burgeoning fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is greater than ever. With changing job demands, companies are also putting more emphasis on a critical blend of hard and soft […]
IT Audit assurance career event connects ambitious attendees with industry leaders and peers
IT Audit is the fastest growing specialization of auditing, and more companies than ever before are hiring skilled professionals to ensure their data and IT systems are compliant and secure. There’s never been a better time to build the critical skills and real-world experience needed need to succeed in the IT Audit assurance workplace. On […]
Expert Product Designer brings unique UX Design approach to students
Starting this September, students in our Certificate in User Experience (UX) Design will build the critical skill blend they need to change the way we live, one experience at a time. When Philippe Jean isn’t working as a Sr. Product Designer at Shopify Plus, he’s bringing his substantial experience and expertise to the classroom as […]
Director of Continuing Professional Education presents on ‘Staying Relevant in a Digital World’ at innovative new ideas hub
On June 20, Christine Brooks-Cappadocia, Director of Continuing Professional Education at The York University School of Continuing Studies, will be giving a forward-thinking talk at the new Staples Studio in downtown Toronto. Entitled ‘Staying Relevant in a Digital World’, the talk centers around what it takes to sustain career success in job market that’s becoming […]
Canadian Business Journal: Unprecedented rise in User Experience jobs sparks launch of new continuing education program at York University
With User Experience (UX) jobs set to double in the next few years, there is expected to be a significant talent shortage of UX Designers with the technical and cross-functional job skills required for sustained career success. In response to this need, the York University School of Continuing Studies is launching a new Certificate in […]
York U alumnus passes on public relations expertise
Christine Bernard, York U alumnus and instructor in our new Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations (starting this September), is ramping up preparations to welcome her first class of eager communications enthusiasts. Having accumulated considerable career experience and specializations in corporate messaging, branding, event planning and leadership communications, Christine is anxious to pass along the knowledge that comes with […]
Media Planet: Future-Proof Your Career with Tech Training
Toronto’s creating more tech jobs than Silicon Valley — which means opportunities for young professionals and seasoned experts alike. The world of work is constantly evolving, and the growth of the tech industry is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, Toronto is creating more tech jobs than Silicon Valley, up 52 percent in […]
On the Go Magazine: The Future of Work is coming. Are you ready?
The job market of tomorrow is about to be a very different place. Rapid advancements in disruptive technologies like Artificial Intelligence and automation are set to cause significant changes in the way we work, and the skills required to stay competitive. Current research shows that we need to act fast — almost half of all […]