No hard hats. No shovels. No live speeches. York University Celebrates Twisted New Building with a Virtual Groundbreaking Site
The twisted new building is going to be big, but the need is even bigger than the building. York University is constructing the first dedicated structure for its School of Continuing Studies. The new building, located at York University’s Keele campus, …
School of Continuing Studies on Collision Conference Day 3
#CollisionfromHome is making its mark as conversations heat up between tech entrepreneurs and journalists, venture capitalists and activists, all bringing their insights to bear on global challenge and change in 2020. With 130,000 platform-hosted atten …
Gearing up for Day 2 of #CollisionfromHome
This week, thousands of attendees are taking part in COLLISION’s web-hosted talks and networking sessions, all about technology’s role in current global challenges. On day 1, more than 32,000 attendees from over 140 different countries heard 634 speak …
Collision from Home – Day 1
This June 23-25, 2020, the York University School of Continuing Studies will be present at COLLISION 2020, North-America’s fastest-growing technology conference. The School of Continuing Studies joins thousands of attendees who will log in virtually to …
School of Continuing Studies Launches Four New Certificates in Blockchain Development, Information Privacy and People Analytics
TORONTO, ONTARIO, June 22, 2020 – The York University School of Continuing Studies announces the debut of four new continuing professional education programs that will help retrain and reskill Canada’s future workforce. Certificate in Blockchain Develo …
Removing Barriers for Canadians to Get the Career Skills They Need in COVID-19
Prior to COVID-19, there was a Quiet Crisis in the Canadian workforce where there were not enough highly skilled people to fill in-demand technical positions. Now that we are in a pandemic-fuelled recession, with people working remotely and practicing …
Tech Solutions in COVID-19
How has COVID-19 changed our relationship with technology? Technology has been at the forefront of the fight to flatten the curve on the novel Coronavirus and help find a vaccine. This fight has taken on many forms – from helping physicians better mana …
School of Continuing Studies Introduces Online Speaker Series
At the School of Continuing Studies, we know that the COVID-19 crisis has taken an emotional and mental toll on many of our students. In this time of uncertainty, Continuing Studies students are dealing with many concerns, such as keeping up with their …
Understanding Employee Needs During COVID-19
Are Employees Really Ready to Return to the Workplace? As Canadian provinces plan phased re-opening strategies and companies respond by making return-to-work plans, they may not be considering if employees feel ready to return to the workplace. “It isn …
How Have Influencers Changed in COVID-19?
Companies often use Social Media Influencers as part of their marketing strategies. Influencers are high-profile people, including celebrities, with large fanbases who emulate their lifestyle – the celebrity endorsement of the digital age. Influencers …
How Can You Avoid Being a Victim of Social Engineering in COVID-19?
The uncertainty, anxiety, and increase internet usage caused by COVID-19 has made it more challenging for all of us to stay safe online. Social Engineering is where an online attacker tricks a victim into doing what the attacker wants, such as giving a …
How Can Risk Management Help in COVID-19?
How Can Risk Management Help in COVID-19? Risk management plays a key role in times of uncertainty and volatility. Organizations with well-developed risk management frameworks can respond and even seize opportunities both in times of crisis and in more …
Career Talk with Tracey: Part 4
In Part 4 of our Career Talk with Tracey, we offer guidance to recent college and university graduates on how they can recession-proof their careers. The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the Canadian economy. Because of this, recent university a …
Career Talk with Tracey: Part 3
In Part 3 of our Career Talk with Tracey, we explore the options college and university graduates have to upskill in the middle of a recession. Most undergraduate degrees don’t give you the complete skillset you need to move into higher paying p …
Donation Helps Canadian Workers Impacted by COVID-19
Days after launching our Continuing Studies Emergency Benefit, we received a $10,000 donation to help an additional seven individuals access our continuing studies programs. The donation was generously provided by Gautham Kolluri, Founder and Director …
Career Talk with Tracey: Part 2
In Part 2 of our Career Talk with Tracey, we look into the best options college and university graduates have in the midst of this COVID-19 pandemic. During the COVID-19 crisis, recent university and college graduates have the same option that h …
Career Talk with Tracey: Part 1
In this video, Tracey explains that many emerging technical fields will continue to experience demand for skilled workers during and after the pandemic. These fields include Cyber Security, User Experience (UX) Design and Full Stack Web Development. Fo …
How Has COVID-19 Shifted Data Analytics?
The COVID-19 pandemic has provided a new lens to look at data analytics. We see graphics everywhere and it raises some important questions. Not just about the value of data as we understand it, but also about opening, sharing and using data. “The curre …
How We’re Supporting Canadian Workers Impacted by COVID-19
The COVID-19 crisis has led to unprecedented job losses. According to a recent Angus Reid study, 44% of Canadian households reported having lost work as early as March 25. We knew we had a responsibility to help Canadians and their employers rebound. O …
How Can Data Analytics Help in COVID-19?
As the world copes with COVID-19, the field of data analytics is very relevant right now for a fundamental reason. The data available to us that helps us understand and respond to this crisis is growing by the minute in volume, variety, veracity, and v …
York University Emergency Bursary for School of Continuing Studies Students
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused all of us to make significant changes to our day-to-day lives to protect ourselves, our loved ones and our community. In many cases, these changes have caused our students unexpected financial hardships or prevented the …
Can You Be Cyber Secure During the COVID-19 Crisis?
During this crisis, there has been a significant increase in Cyber-attacks due to the fact that many organizations have moved to a very rapid “work from home” model. Threat actors are capitalizing on this unprecedented event by increasing attacks on vu …
What Jobs Will Be in Demand After COVID-19?
Canada has been experiencing a skills gap for years. Termed “The Quiet Crisis”, there have been many high skills jobs available but a limited amount of qualified people to fill them. In 2019, for example, Canada’s five largest cities had openings for t …
What Will Be the Demand for Digital Tools After COVID-19?
In the past few weeks, the world has seen just how important the connection between humans and machines is. As people continue to self-isolate and practice social distancing, the need for online technology is more apparent than ever before. COVID-19 ha …
Why Do People Turn to University Continuing Education in Tough Economic Times?
For many years, we’ve had labour shortages at the same time as many young people have had difficulty launching meaningful careers despite obtaining post-secondary education. This was called ‘The Quiet Crisis’, a situation where employers were unable to …
Why is Emotional Leadership Key to Online Learning?
With Social Distancing in place almost globally, the only option is to learn online, and many institutions and universities that offer traditional classroom-based instruction are new to it. Fortunately, the York University School of Continuing Studies …
Is COVID-19 Changing the Quiet Crisis?
For years, we’ve been experiencing what’s been called a “Quiet Crisis” where we have many high skill jobs that cannot be filled, and yet many workers are underemployed or unemployed. But, the Quiet Crisis isn’t quiet anymore. In many technical fields, …
The York University English Language Institute holds its second annual spelling bee
On February 6th, 2020, the York University English Language Institute (YUELI) held its 2nd annual spelling bee. The audience was packed with students and instructors who came out to watch and support the 17 students participating in the friendly compet …
Business Administration and Human Resources full-time programs now offering summer starts
Due to popular demand, summer sessions for the full-time, in-class Post-Graduate Certificate in Business Administration and the full-time, in-class Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management have opened, with classes starting in May 2020. Ye …
5 Years of Continuing Professional Education at York
It’s been an amazing first 5 years at the School of Continuing Studies. In this time, we’ve hit some astonishing milestones and made a big impression in the GTA and education markets. Created in 2015 by amalgamating one of North America’s largest Engl …
School of Continuing Studies celebrates 1,000 per cent growth for 5-year anniversary
This month, the York University School of Continuing Studies celebrated its fifth anniversary. Created in 2015 by amalgamating one of North America’s largest English Language Institutes (YUELI) with the former Division of Continuing Education (DCE), Yo …
Current IT Audit Execution student secures senior position at Manulife
Dylan O’Dell is currently studying in the Certificate in IT Audit Execution program – the second School of Continuing Studies program he’s taken in two years! Recently, Dylan started a new position with Manulife as a Senior Technology Auditor. He credi …
Statement from Assistant Vice-President Tracey Taylor-O’Reilly regarding the tragic loss of a School of Continuing Studies Student
Along with the instructors and the staff of the York University School of Continuing Studies, I was deeply saddened to learn of the loss of one of our students aboard the Ukrainian International Airlines flight which crashed in Iran this week. A large …
PR and Marketing students attend panel discussion with Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations advisory council members
Thank you to Joanne Rider, Nikki Laoutaris and Rhonda McMichael, advisory council members for the Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations, for speaking to our Public Relations and Digital and Content Marketing students on November 21. Hosted by T …
A CPA Information Session for the aspiring accounting professional
Sean Mullin takes joy in helping others prepare for their careers and navigate the next step in their professional journey. So much so, that he’s made a career out of it! Sean is a public speaker, devoted teacher, and recruiter for the Chartered …
Data & AI Marketing Toronto Conference and Expo – Join us on December 2 & 3, 2019
Visit The School of Continuing Studies at Booth 16 The Data & AI Marketing Toronto Conference and Expo is back for another year, and The York University School of Continuing Studies will be there on Monday – Tuesday, Dec 2-3, 2019 at the Hyatt Rege …
The School of Continuing Studies wins Gold for Best Adult Education in The Toronto Star’s Readers’ Choice Awards
This September, The Toronto Star opened voting for its annual Readers’ Choice Awards. For a month, Torontonians went online to cast a vote for their favourite GTA businesses in over 400 Readers’ Choice categories, ranging from food, dentists, bookstore …
Students to attend the Toronto Machine Learning Summit’s Annual Conference & Expo on November 21-22
The School of Continuing Studies will be attending the Toronto Machine Learning Summit (#TMLS2019) Annual Conference & Expo on Thu-Fri, Nov 21-22, 2019. The event is located in the heart of Toronto at The Carlu, 444 Yonge Street, Toronto ON. Every …
Human Resources Management student gains job opportunity before graduation day
Taryn Ross, Student (Certificate in Human Resources Management) With a little under a year left of school, Human Resources student and Sault Ste Marie native, Taryn Ross, has successfully secured employment in the HR field and is ecstatic to start her …
Machine learning student shares success story
Iman Lau, Graduate (Certificate in Machine Learning) Now in its second year, our Certificate in Machine Learning is proving to be a career-defining experience for aspiring data scientists looking to use machine learning solutions to change the world of …
Data Analytics for the Public Sector Summit – Join us Sept 10 & 11, 2019
Big Data is exploding in many industries, including the public sector. All types of organizations, from healthcare providers to educational institutions face unique challenges in managing the data of their stakeholders. Join us on Sep 10-11, 2019 at th …
Cloud Computing Strategy expert at Microsoft imparts knowledge to students
Leo Sorokin, Instructor, Certificate in Cloud Computing Stategy Starting this January, our new Certificate in Cloud Computing Strategy will give our students the skills and expertise to get a cloud adoption strategy off the ground. Taking a platform ag …
York University English Language Institute (YUELI) shortlisted for “The PIEoneer Awards: 2019 Language Educator of the Year”
The PIEoneer Awards celebrate innovation and achievement across the international education industry. This year, the York University English Language Institute (YUELI) is the only Canadian institution nominated in the “Language Educator of the Year” ca …
CMSC Media: Top executives join forces with York University to create new Cloud Computing program
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 Cl …
The School of Continuing Studies enters into partnership with Riverdale Mediation to expand access to internships & placements for students
Family Mediation Program Manager Sean Woodhead and Riverdale Mediation President Hilary Linton announce internship partnership for Family Mediation students The School of Continuing Studies and Riverdale Mediation Ltd. have entered into a partnership t …
President of top Content Marketing agency joins instructor team
Shelley Middlebrook, Instructor, Certificate in Content Marketing 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 con …
Risk Advisory Partner at Deloitte offers advice to aspiring IT Auditors
Baskaran Rajamani – Advisory Council Member, Certificate in IT Audit Execution When Baskaran Rajamani, Partner, Risk Advisory at Deloitte signed on to guide the creation of our new Certificate in IT Audit Execution, he knew that the program had the pot …
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, compani …
Accounting students achieve career propelling opportunity
L-R Bavneet Singh Nagpal, Dr. Dorjana Nano, and Carina Matutina When Accounting students Bavneet Singh Nagpal and Carina Matutina set out to develop their accounting career, the journey may have been uncertain, but the destination was clear. Bav …
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 …
Expert Product Designer brings unique UX Design approach to students
Philippe Jean – Instructor, Certificate in UX Design 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 Je …
York University partners with Mount Royal University to upskill Albertans for career success in Cyber Security
The York University School of Continuing Studies (York SCS) in Toronto, ON has forged a three-year strategic partnership with Mount Royal University in Calgary, AB to offer its innovative Cyber Security continuing education program. Starting Fall 2019, …
Join us at the Big Data & AI Toronto Expo this June 12 & 13
Visit the School of Continuing Studies at booth A10. Big Data and AI Toronto is gearing up for its biggest event yet: 5,000 attendees, 150 speakers and 90 exhibitors will attend the event on June 12 and 13, 2019 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. …
Full-Stack students spend evening networking with coding enthusiasts at sponsored MeetUp
Our students are at the center of all that we do. It’s not enough to provide exceptional education—career-enhancing experiences can make all the difference to someone looking to start a new career in emerging fields like full-stack web development or u …
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 …
The York University School of Continuing Studies joins COLLISION, North America’s fastest-growing technology conference
This May 20-23, 2019, Toronto will host the 25,000 attendees expected at the Enercare Centre for COLLISION 2019, one of the largest technology conferences in North America. The York University School of Continuing Studies has joined the conferen …
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 …
York U alumnus passes on public relations expertise
Christine Bernard – Instructor, Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations 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 …
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 …
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 competi …
Full-Stack student has career-validating experience at #DevTO event
Jen Beltran, Full-Stack Web Development Student, at DevTo’s #IWDTO event on March 4th, 2019 We recently shared news of our partnership with #DevTO, the leading community of coding and tech enthusiasts, as a Community Supporter of their flagship #IWDTO …
PR pro helps students launch their careers
Shari Balga – Instructor, Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations Launching this September, our new Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations is set to give its first group of eager students the technical and broad skills they need to be incr …
#DevTO partnership sends students to exciting International Women’s Day event
#DevTO celebrates women in tech with IWDTO The York University School of Continuing Studies has joined forces with #DevTO, the leading community of web developers and code enthusiasts in Toronto, to offer our students an exciting opportunity to attend …
Senior Data Scientist at RBC joins machine learning instructor team
Karthik Kuber, Instructor, Certificate in Machine Learning Automation isn’t the future. It’s here now (whether we’re ready or not). Machine learning data scientists have the power to change the way businesses work and, by extension, the way we interact …
Business and Accounting students prepare for first day of class
As the first month of 2019 comes to a swift end, the School of Continuing Studies excitedly welcomes students starting their studies with us this Winter term. To better support our new students and facilitate their integration, we host an orientation s …
Leading IT Auditor joins instructor team for new program
Zain Haq, Instructor, Certificate in IT Audit Execution Zain Haq, one of the expert IT Auditors (and York U Alumnus) we’ve recruited to teach in our new Certificate in IT Audit Execution, knows exactly what it takes to succeed on the job. Currently act …
Women’s Executive Network: York University School of Continuing Studies responds to labour shortage with innovative new IT Audit program
Changes in government regulations are requiring organizations across Canada to revisit their Information Technology (IT) systems and controls, investing more than ever in effective IT auditing to protect themselves. This demand has created a job market …
Canadian Business Journal: Next wave of public relations professionals gets critical skills upgrade at York University School of Continuing Studies
New media, social media personalities, digitization and the 24 hour news cycle have revolutionized the field of public relations. Organizations are recruiting digitally fluent, metric-driven communication strategists to help them thrive in this unprece …
Machine learning students gain incredible career opportunity
Certificate in Machine Learning student Iman Lau speaks at the Women in Data Science event at the Toronto Machine Learning summit in November, 2018 Since its launch in September 2018, our new Certificate in Machine Learning has filled to capacity with …
Cyber Security Program Night – Special Event Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at 6 p.m.
Thank you for attending our Cyber Security Program Night! This event has ended. For more information about this program, please visit: contyu.ca/cyber Or contact your Continuing Studies Advisor at continue@yorku.ca The next session of the program start …
Advanced Professional Accounting grad ready for the future
Giannecarlo Bualat, Advanced Professional Accounting program graduate Aspiring Accounting professional, Giannecarlo Bualat, always knew his future would be bright. He was one of the many excited graduates at the School of Continuing Studies’ Jun …
This digital marketing master is helping to train the next generation of game-changers
Carrie Lysenko, Instructor, Certificate in Digital Marketing When Carrie Lysenko isn’t heading up Product at industry-leading digital marketing brand VerticalScope, she’s gearing up to bring her expertise to our classrooms this winter as an instructor …
YUELI Director Isaac Garcia-Sitton awarded “10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians” recognition by the Hispanic Business Alliance
Isaac Garcia-Sitton, Director of International Education and the York University English Language Institute (YUELI) at the School of Continuing Studies, has been named one of 2018’s “10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians,” a recognition presented by T …
Ontario Economic Forum 2018
York University School of Continuing Studies Leads Innovation In Life-Long Learning For The Future of Work Private and Public Sector Leaders, including York University School of Continuing Studies, Discuss the Future of Work at Ontario Economic Summit …
York University English Language Institute continues to nurture global partnerships
(L-R) YUELI Associate Director, Ben Collins, Prof. Makoto Toyozumi and Dr. Li Yan from Osaka University of Economics, and YUELI Director, Isaac Garcia-Sitton The York University English Language Institute (YUELI) is the largest public English Language …
Human Resources Management students get the ultimate career planning advantage
Students getting information on volunteering with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) On October 1st, York University’s School of Continuing Studies joined forces with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) York Region Ch …
Seasoned full-stack web developer gives back to students
Tarun Sharma, Instructor, Certificate in Full-Stack Web Development Full-Stack web developers never stop learning. With innovations in coding language and frameworks constantly changing, and emerging technologies shaping the way we interact with the we …
Media Planet: Exciting Career Opportunities for Women in Web Development
As a child, Preeti Raman was curious about the world around her. “While many of my early experiments in the kitchen failed, I learned to love science,” she says. “I also discovered that math was everywhere, from shopping to baking.” Raman’s love for sc …
Strategy: York University looks to fill a digital marketing gap
Strategy, a leading media brand that “uncovers and shares the “bold vision and brand new ideas” of Canada’s national marketing community”, featured our Digital & Content Marketing programs Starting this January, our suite of 3 Certificates in Digit …
Globe and Mail: York University School of Continuing Studies takes digital and content marketing in groundbreaking new direction
The demand for digital and content marketing skills is on the rise, and top companies are taking longer to fill these specialized roles than traditional marketing jobs. In response to employer demand, the York University School of Continuing Studies is …
Media Planet: The Best Tech Jobs Require a Human Touch
In today’s competitive tech job market, employers are looking beyond technical skills when recruiting new talent. As technology, data, and artificial intelligence (AI) fields continue to grow in Ontario, hiring highly qualified professionals to meet th …
Attending SecTor 2018? We’ll See You There!
The countdown has begun for SecTor 2018, Canada’s leading & largest information security gathering. And YorkU Continuing Studies will see you there! The event will take place in the heart of downtown Toronto, where leading experts, academics, indus …
NOW Magazine: Want to study AI?
NOW Magazine recently featured our new Machine Learning Certificate program in an article about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) boom in Toronto! As the first session this fall draws closer, more and more people interested in breaking into the hot fiel …
Human Resources Management specialist reveals what it takes to be successful in the field
Julie Giraldi, CHRE, ICD.D, Human Resources Management Program Advisory Council Member Managing people and managing the business- the perfect synergy Becoming a leader in the world of HR, requires more than mastering recruitment procedures. It involves …
Becoming a well-rounded cyber security professional
Becoming a Well-Rounded Cyber Security Professional – Tips from Cyber Security Instructor Ali Khan (CISM, CISSP, CISA). Ali Khan, a cyber security professional, has helped build the Cyber Security Program at the School of Continuing Studies. Ali …
Cyber Security Instructor Featured on CBC News
Our Cyber Security Program instructor is getting airplay! Cyber Security Instructor Ed Dubrovsky featured on CBC News Talking about Data Breaches in the Financial Industry Cyber Security Instructor Ed Dubrovsky featured on BNN News Talkin …
Globe and Mail: First Certificate in Full-Stack Web Development designed for working professionals launches at York University School of Continuing Studies
Toria Gibbs, Senior Software Engineer, Etsy Gone are the days when becoming a full-stack web developer meant leaving work for weeks on end. Until recently, this intensive “bootcamp” style of learning was largely the only option for people looking to jo …
Canadian Business Journal: York University Continuing Studies announces new machine learning program
Yang Han, Co-Founder & CTO, StackAdapt Develop and nurture the skills most in-demand by top employers As tech giants and other businesses increasingly rely on data and artificial intelligence (AI) to stay competitive, there is greater demand than e …
Machine learning senior leader helps students launch new careers
Faezeh Heydari Khabbaz, Instructor, Certificate in Machine Learning We live in a connected world: wireless devices, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT). With that connectivity comes data—a lot of data—and the need for machine lea …
New Certificate in Machine Learning gains media attention
The launch of our new Certificate in Machine Learning is causing quite a stir in tech and data media! The program has recently been featured in countless online and print media publications, including many read by qualified prospective students in star …
York University English Language Institute (YUELI) hosts 44 recruitment agents from 16 countries at 2018 FAM Tour event
Isaac Garcia-Sitton, Director, International Education & York University English Language Institute (YUELI) and Kelvin Chan, Recruitment and Agent Support Officer, YUELI, School of Continuing Studies with international recruitment agents at FAM Tou …
Cyber Security grad earns CISSP designation
Derek David. Cyber Security program graduate Derek David, a recent graduate of our Cyber Security program, has just passed his CISSP exam! He’s now at the top of the pack of highly desirable hires for top employers investing in cyber security. T …
Media Planet: How One Canadian School Offers International Students the Opportunity to Thrive
Isaac Garcia-Sitton, Director, International Education and YUELI with YUELI students International students in Canada know that academic and career success depends greatly on having a good grasp of the English language. It’s not just about reading, wr …
How might the labour negotiations between York University and CUPE 3903 impact School of Continuing Studies and YUELI students?
York University’s highest priority is supporting the academic success of each and every one of our students. The University has made and will continue to make every reasonable effort to reach a collective agreement with CUPE 3903 and avoid a strike. W …
YUELI instructor explores issue of access to higher education for Canadian immigrants in innovative new publication
Yuliya Miakisheva, a long-standing instructor and contributor to program development at the York University English Language Institute (YUELI), co-authored a chapter in the newly released book ‘Inclusion through Access to Higher Education’ (editor: Mar …
Risk Management expert shares experience with students
Tony Rossi, Instructor, Certificate in Risk Management Since its launch last fall, our Certificate in Risk Management has proven more popular than we could have hoped! Aspiring risk managers looking to attain their CRM designation continue to flock to …
Being “the best” without being the best
You don’t have to be the very best in your field to be the best candidate for a job or be indispensable to your employer. Although being in the top 1% of a desired skill will get you there, there is another way: be a Triple Threat. Being in the top 25% …
New exclusive resume service helps our students keep their careers on target
This Fall, we launched an exciting new addition to our student experience here at the York University School of Continuing Studies. Our students now have access to an online career services portal, powered by Resume Target, that provides access to 100’ …
Too busy to work AND learn? Think again.
Many professionals believe that their busy lives will prevent them from going back to school. Forty plus hour work weeks. Family obligations. Volunteering and pursing personal hobbies. The solution is finding a part-time program that will not only help …
Developing your personal brand is vital to career success.
The School of Continuing Studies at York University is pleased to announce the second instalment of our Career Growth series. For our next event we welcome Sean Mullin as our guest speaker. Sean is a CPA Ontario Student Representative. He has been a pr …
Continuing Education the Key to Prolonged Career Success
Technology has increased the competitiveness and pressure in today’s workplace, making continuing education another way to expand and learn new skills. Steve Wuthmann Learning on the job is not quite what it used to be, leaving continuing education as …
High-profile international delegations flock to York over summer months
The York University English Language Institute (YUELI) continued to establish itself as a global leader in academic and professional English training this summer, attracting a volume of visits from key international delegations that has been higher tha …
Media Planet: 5 Reasons Why Women Should Pursue A Career In Cyber Security
The competitive field offers women an ample opportunity for growth and success. Find out how. There’s a talent shortage in various cyber security fields, and women can position themselves to fill those gaps with great jobs in any role they choose to pu …
On the Go Toronto Magazine: Why Risk Missing A Career–Changing Opportunity?
Certificate in Risk Management Businesses in Canada face an ever-changing landscape of risk. It’s becoming increasingly important in industries like finance, insurance, health, food safety and construction to take a proactive approach to managing risk, …
Metro News: Advance your career with continuing education says HR expert
One of the sure ways to advance your career is through formal continuing education, says human resources expert Steve Wuthmann The rapid rate at which in-demand knowledge and skills change today, no matter the industry, makes it crucial for professiona …
Unique York U/Toronto District Schoolboard collaboration offers world-class experiential learning to Saudi educators
Isaac Garcia-Sitton, Director, International Education and YUELI, School of Continuing Studies, Maflah Aswyad Alenezi, and Hatim Mesfer M Alsayyali On July 5th 2017, the first cohort of 59 Saudi principals, counselors and teachers graduated successfull …
Toronto Star: How to stay marketable
One of the sure ways to advance your career is through formal continuing education, says human resources expert. Steve Wuthmann The rapid rate at which in-demand knowledge and skills change today, no matter the industry, makes it crucial for profession …
National Post: York University’s School of Continuing Studies launches new online Certificate in Risk Management
Dinesh Garbharran, Interim CRO, TD Insurance & VP, Risk Management, TD Bank (Advisory Council Member for the Certificate in Risk Management) Certified risk management professionals are more essential today than ever before. Case in point: more Cana …
Enter our #howIgotmyfirstHRjob contest!
Are you passionate about Human Resources Management? At York University’s School of Continuing Studies, we take pride in our Certificates that go beyond the basics, developing not only a specialized knowledge of human resources theories and practices, …
Passings: Adele Minoli, York’s longest-serving employee
Adele Minoli, employee of York University for 47 years Mrs. Adele Minoli, Program Coordinator at the York University English Language Institute (YUELI) until her retirement in early 2012, passed away on July 18, 2017 after a short battle with ca …
Meet Kyle Nichols, Global Insurance Adviser and soon-to-be York Instructor
Kyle Nichols – Instructor, Certificate in Risk Management From digital threats to operational challenges, today’s organizations face an unprecedented number of risks. The good news is that most organizations now possess the tools to identify and assess …
Outstanding International Secondary Students Receive Prestigious Scholarship to York University
Two international students at the J. Addison School in Markham, ON have been awarded $5,000 scholarships as a result of a fruitful partnership with the York University English Language Institute (YUELI). Emosa Xu ( Xu Yuxin) and Jenny Zou (Xue Y …
Big Data is Big Business
Understanding data analytics is a vital part of military strategy York University’s School of Continuing Studies is setting a plan in motion to help overcome one of the largest talent shortages in Canada with its Big Data Analytics Program. The …
Metro: York University launches its big data analytics program this fall
Become a part of the growing data analytics field When the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is blanketed with snow, near-real time analytics of weather data, road condition data, vehicle positioning data and on-board sensor data ensures roads are optimally t …
Enter the business world faster than ever.
Professionals looking to advance their careers either within their own organization or through a new opportunity often face the difficult challenge of gaining the required credentials and education necessary for such a jump. With the competitive …
Toronto Star: Become a part of the growing data analytics field
York University launches its big data analytics program this fall When the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is blanketed with snow, near-real time analytics of weather data, road condition data, vehicle positioning data and on-board sensor data ensures roads …
Media Planet: Top 4 Reasons To Learn Data Analytics
INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Tim Wottoon shares how data analytics helps him understand his business. For tech entrepreneur Tim Wootton, data analytics are the secret to understanding what makes his business tick. Wootton is the CEO and founder of Rover Parking, …
Prioritize studying without putting your career on hold with N.O.W. Plus
When you already have a busy career, finding the time to earn a degree can be a big challenge. The N.O.W. Plus Degree Pathway at York University can help. Ray Parker, N.O.W. Plus Bachelor of Human Resources Management (BHRM) student Ray Parker joined N …
English Language Institute welcomes Saudi Arabian teachers
The York University English Language Institute has welcomed 59 teachers, counselors and principals from Saudi Arabia to campus for an immersive teacher professional learning program developed by the English Language Institute. Welcome event for Saudi A …
York University helps employers quickly respond to one of Canada’s largest talent shortages
Roland Merbis, Director of Customer Insights & Analytics at Scotiabank With access to more data than ever before, businesses are facing a serious shortage of big data experts and predictive analysts who know how to properly analyze it. York Univer …
First Career Growth event a success
The inaugural session of the Career Growth series presented by the School of Continuing Studies took place on the evening of January 26. The event was well attended with over 75 people coming to hear senior HR executive Steve Wuthmann’s tips on how to …
Ever wonder what it takes to get hired and promoted in this day and age?
Inaugural Career Growth series event features senior HR executive. Steve Wuthmann, a senior HR executive with high level corporate experience in organizations such as Tim Hortons, Parmalat, and Purolator, will feature as the first guest speaker in the …
Enhance Your Career with York’s Certificate in Risk Management
Risk management is a rapidly expanding field with Risk Managers earning an average salary of $82,422 per year in Canada, and the demand for qualified risk management professionals is expected to continue to increase into the future. The program …
Human Resources Graduate Wins HRPA York Region Chapter Contest
The following article was originally published by the Human Resources Professionals Association York Region Chapter. View the original article here. Presenting…The Winner of The Yorkie Blog Tagline Contest! HRPA York Region – Member Profile – …
Tips for How Continuing Education Students can Succeed in Online Learning
Online learning presents a wealth of new opportunities for professionals looking to get ahead in their career. The flexibility provided to balance classroom contributions with a career and family obligations allows far more people to pursue cont …
Writing your CKE to become an HR professional – Part II
Featuring Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management alumni Jody Yap. Part two of our series on writing the CKE exam features Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management graduate Jody Yap. In the field of human resources, gaining a …
Weekly Voice: Fast track your career with York’s tailor made Cyber Security program
As businesses collect, share and disseminate data, the value of the information continues to be a major target for both insider and external threat actors. A breach that unveils sensitive information related to any of these could lead to catastr …
Writing your CKE to become an HR professional – Part I
Featuring Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management alumni Belinda Schuler-Chin. In the field of human resources, gaining a designation from the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) is a great way to set yourself up for success …
NOW Magazine: Hack The Job Market
Ed Dubrovsky, director of national security practice at OnX Enterprise Solutions and instructor/advisory council member for the Cyber Security Program at York University’s School of Continuing Studies. Graduates typically find jobs in con …
Part-time Learning Gives Professional Accountants Opportunity to Get Ahead
There’s no greater tool for accountants looking to get ahead in their careers than a Charted Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Earning the designation not only provides comprehensive training and advanced skills, but also demonstrates to emplo …
Media Planet: Becoming A Cyber Security Expert Through Education
Information technology has grown in sophistication over the last 20 years, with multiple streams of expertise, and cyber security is standing out more as one in need of new recruits. There are boot camps for exam prep, and self-sourced learning offers …
Cyber security a pressing need for businesses
Dozens of Canadian organizations have been forced to pay cyber attackers to regain control of computer files and IT systems over the past year, CTV reported earlier this month, becoming the latest reminder of the need to implement and manage str …
Metro News: Business Administration at the School of Continuing Studies
Learn the skills employers value most. Starting this September, those looking to supplement their university or college education with a focus on business or management will be able to do so through a new post-graduate certificate in business administr …
Human Resources Graduate Nominated for UPCEA Award
York University’s School of Continuing Studies is proud to announce that Belinda Schuler Chin, graduate of the Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management has been nominated for the UPCEA Mid-Atlantic Outstanding Continuing Education S …
Toronto Star: Learn the skills employers value most
Offered in part-time, full-time, in-class, or online options, York’s business administration program can be completed in as little as seven months if taken full-time or just 16 months through the part-time delivery. Maurizio Bevilacqua, Mayor of …
Human Resources Management has some of 2016’s top jobs. Get qualified.
Looking to complete your Certified Human Resources Professional designation? According to Workopolis HR Manager is one of the top 5 jobs to have in 2016. Marina DeBona, Program Manager for the Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Managemen …
How the School of Continuing Studies can benefit your career
Lauren Canzius, an instructor in our Human Resources Management program talks about investing in your education and how it is the first important step in flourishing in your career. There are many educational benefits to attending the School of …
Prepare for management roles with our Business Certificate
Do you have an education in the sciences, arts or other non-business field, but want to prepare for a leadership role in your organization? If so, take a look at the below video where Marina DeBona, Program Manager for the Post-Graduate Certific …
On-The-Go Magazine: Certified In Cyber Security
John Weigelt, National Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada. Cyber Security Advisory Council Member. School of Continuing Studies launches Ontario’s First Comprehensive Certificate Program in Cyber Security aligned with CISSP CBK York Uni …
Latinos Magazine: Isaac Garcia-Sitton – Supporting international students in Canadian academic success
Isaac Garcia-Sitton was born in Barcelona, raised in Panama and moved to Canada in 2007 during his tenure as the Consul General of Panama in Montreal. As Director, International Education and English Language Institute for the York University School of …
School of Continuing Studies Post-Grad Certificates get CPA Ontario Recognition
The courses in the post-graduate certificates in Accounting and Advanced Professional Accounting have received recognition from the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of Ontario. The School of Continuing Studies’ post-graduate certificates teach …
Be valued by employers as a T shaped professional
Do you know what a T-shaped professional is? In this video, Richard Louttet, the Director of Professional Education Programs here at the School of Continuing Studies talks about what it means to be a T-shaped professional and why it is of vital …
What employers look for when hiring and promoting
Steve Wuthmann, a senior human resources management executive and Advisory Council member for the Human Resources Management certificates at the School of Continuing Studies, discusses what employers look for when hiring and promoting. He explai …
English Language Institute alumni returns to inspire current students
Yiheng Chen graduated from the English Language Institute’s Graduate Study Preparation Program (Formerly YP3) in April 2013. After successfully completing his master’s degree, Yiheng started his own business – a business that has grown exponentially si …
English Language Institute partners with the Education University of Hong Kong and the Toronto District School Board in unique teacher training program
The York University English Language Institute is running a unique English language immersion program with the Education University of Hong Kong (formerly the Hong Kong Institute of Education) for students in the Bachelor of Education (English Language …
Director of York University’s English Language Institute awarded scholarship for potential to impact Canada’s development
Isaac Garcia-Sitton, director of international education and the English Language Institute for York University’s School of Continuing Studies has been awarded the prestigious Organization of American States (OAS) – IE Business School Scholarship. “Eac …
First ever School of Continuing Studies graduation ceremony a night to remember
Some of the international graduates of the Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management celebrate their accomplishments. The York University School of Continuing Studies held the School’s inaugural graduation ceremony on the nigh …
Author and instructor to launch new book at the School of Continuing Studies
The School of Continuing Studies is proud to announce Diana Kawarsky, one of the school’s esteemed instructors, and a published author, will be on campus to launch her new book Soft Skills: Volume 1 – A collection of Strategies, Anecdotes, Techniques, …
Qian Liu Scholarship awarded to student Valeria Ricci from the English Language Institute
The Qian Liu Scholarship has been awarded to York University English Language Institute (YUELI) student Valeria Ricci, an international student from Chile. Valeria registered in YUELI’s Academic Program in January 2015, graduating with distinction and …
School of Continuing Studies to hold inaugural graduation ceremony
York University’s School of Continuing Studies, one of the largest continuing education schools in Canada, is set to hold its inaugural graduation ceremony this spring. The event, which will take place on May 26, 2016 in the Sandra Faire and Ivan Fecan …
International recruitment agents visit York University English Language Institute
The York University English Language Institute (YUELI) is leading a pan-university recruitment effort by hosting a familiarisation tour for visiting agents to the International Consultants for Education and Fairs (ICEF) workshop. On May 10, 2016, 12 ag …
School of Continuing Studies Addresses Canada’s Shortage of Cyber Security Professionals
Less than two years after its founding, York University’s School of Continuing Studies has announced another innovative certificate program. Ontario’s first comprehensive cyber security certificate program aligned to the Certified Information Sy …
Toronto Star: New cyber security program launches to meet demand
Ed Dubrovsky, director of national security practice at OnX and advisory council member for the Cyber Security Program at York University’s School of Continuing Studies. Both certifications can be completed based on your goals. In response to an …
School of Continuing Studies launches Ontario’s First Comprehensive Two-Certificate Cyber Security Program
John Weigelt, National Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada. Cyber Security Advisory Council Member. York University’s School of Continuing Studies will launch Ontario’s first comprehensive, two-certificate Cyber Security program this November i …
Media Planet: Accounting Certificates Offer Many Professionals A Big Career Boost
Nadine Petsche loved working with numbers so she thought accounting would be a good career fit — and she was right. Almost 30 years into her career, she is singing its praises. Read why Petsche recommends those interested in accounting pursue co …
Japanese delegations visit the York University English Language Institute
The York University English Language Institute recently played host to delegations from several Japanese universities who were keen to explore the facilities on offer to their students, and the York campus as a whole. Director of international e …
Wanted: T-Shaped Professionals
Despite universities and colleges graduating more students than ever before, there is a significant shortage of highly-skilled workers. Tracey Taylor-O’Reilly, Founding Executive Director discusses how the School of Continuing Studies is uniquely poise …
A working student’s guide to the top 10 benefits of earning a degree
1. Recession-proof your career In times of economic downturn, degree holders less are likely to experience job loss and wage decrease. According to the 2013 New York Times article “Benefits of college degree in recession are outlined”, 8% of US …
Student Belinda Schuler-Chin shares her experience of Dennis Hodgkinson’s classes for the Post-Degree Certificate in Human Resources Management
Guest blogger: Belinda Schuler-Chin Teaching is a challenging role, especially when the demographics of the class include seasoned professionals who “know it all,” new students just “figuring it out” and international students learning a new language a …
Toronto Sun: Online learning becomes more flexible
Ontario universities are also attracting a wide variety of mature and returning students heading back to university to upgrade their skills through continuing education, says Bonnie Patterson, president and CEO of the Council of Ontario Universities. “ …
Kuwait seeks seats for students in Canada’s York University
Isaac Garcia-Sitton, director of international education and the English Language Institute for York University’s School of Continuing Studies, met with the head of the Kuwait Cultural Office in Canada, Dr. Fahad Al-Nasser. Read more.
Education fit to a ‘T’
York answers to call for T-shaped professionals York University’s School of Continuing Studies is leading the way, says its founding executive director, in rethinking professional education to address a deficit in highly skilled workers with the profes …
Connect with your instructors
Connect with your instructors Published on Wed Aug 26 2015 The university system in Canada, in general, is designed to meet the needs of young full-time students. Consequently, the system presents challenges for working adults who desire to go back to …
Interview: English Language Learning in Canada
Dr. Devinderpal Singh interviews York University English Language Institute instructor Dr. Jagrati Chauhan on learning English and building a successful career in Canada. Watch this interview in Hindi. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4CZYyOInwk
York University’s English Language Institute Awarded Certificate of Recognition as an Excellent Organization in Sino-Canadian Education
May 29th, 2015 York University’s English Language Institute has recently been recognized for their initiatives in integrating international students into Canadian culture and preparing students to be successful in their future endeavors. The Institute …
York University’s School of Continuing Studies Helps Transition from University to Career
By Star Metro Media, Content Solutions York University’s new school of continuing studies is all about helping people make successful transitions into university, from university to career, and growth throughout their career. The school provides progra …
Toronto Star: Climb the corporate ladder with ‘T-shaped’ credentials
By: Jennifer Barry Special to the Star Published on Fri Feb 27 2015 A law clerk for 10 years, Sabrina Agricola had always fancied a career in mediation. “I remembered hearing that you don’t have to be a lawyer to be a mediator. And that was always in t …
The Weekly Voice: York University Launches Unique School Of Continuing Studies
Toronto: York University announced this week the establishment of a new School of Continuing Studies along with two new innovative student-centred certificate programs that will offer students not only specialized knowledge in their field, but core, fo …
New School of Continuing Studies launches at York
NEWS Jan 13, 2015 York boasts new school will be different than those available at other institutions York recently launched the new School of Continuing Studies, which York claims is one of the largest in Canada. The launch was announced on January …
York U. launches two unique human resources programs
York University launches the School of Continuing Studies Photo/PETER C. MCCUSKER York University executive director-continuing and professional education Tracey Taylor-O’Reilly, left, vice president-academic and provost Rhonda Lenton, student Sabrina …
York University launches new School of Continuing Studies
The University’s new School of Continuing Studies, one of the largest in Canada, offers a mix of high quality continuing professional programs and York University’s renowned expertise in English language training and academic preparation for internatio …
Digital media and YUELI grad Ahmad Aseeri awarded the 2014 Bergeron Medal of Distinction
Ahmad Aseeri has been named as the 2014 recipient of the Bergeron Medal of Distinction. Aseeri, who hails from Saudi Arabia, is an international student who has excelled academically. Read more.