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, a Toronto-based app that connects people with empty parking spots with people looking to park. Rover’s success […]
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York University helps employers quickly respond to one of Canada’s largest talent shortages
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 University’s School of Continuing Studies is pioneering a unique solution to this challenge. York University has launched two new certificates, the Certificate in Big Data Analytics […]
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 get hired and promoted. “The Career Growth sessions are a new […]
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 inaugural Career Growth series presented by the School of Continuing Studies. The Career Growth sessions are a […]
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 – Soudabeh (Sue) Mahinfar Soudabeh (Sue) Mahinfar, the winner of our recent Yorkie Blog tagline contest, has been a member […]
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 continuing education. However, online learning can present its own set of challenges. It requires dedication and commitment from […]
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 designation from the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) is a great way to set yourself up for […]
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 catastrophic results for any company. “Never has there been more urgency for organizations to bring […]
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 in the industry. An important part of attaining your Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) […]
NOW Magazine: Hack The Job Market
Graduates typically find jobs in consulting firms with starting salaries ranging from $60,000 to $80,000 By Kevin Ritchie It’s hard to get through the day without reading a headline about cyber-security. Last month Yahoo revealed that at least 500 million user accounts were hacked in 2014, a theft considered the biggest known data […]