Category Archives: SCS blog

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 strong cyber security measures within today’s businesses. As businesses collect, share and disseminate data, […]

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 administration offered by at York University’s School of Continuing Studies. “This certificate program is the perfect way […]

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 Student Award. UPCEA – the University Professional & Continuing Education Association – is the leading body for professional, continuing, and online […]

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.   Starting this September, those looking to supplement their university or college education with a focus on business or management will be […]

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 Management discusses the benefits of the program, including completing the required courses to earn your CHRP. If you’d […]

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 Continuing Studies, including the industry leaders who sit on our advisory councils to advise on […]

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 Certificate in Business Administration describes how the program is designed to create leaders […]

On-The-Go Magazine: Certified In Cyber Security

    School of Continuing Studies launches Ontario’s First Comprehensive Certificate Program in Cyber Security aligned with CISSP CBK York University’s School of Continuing Studies will launch Ontario’s first comprehensive, cyber security certificate program aligned to the Certified Information Systems Security Professional Common Body of Knowledge (CISSP CBK) this November. The program, developed with the […]

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 Continuing Studies, Isaac leads recruitment efforts, develops partnerships, and provides the overall business development and […]

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 students accounting principles and the professional and leadership competencies needed to excel as they prepare for their CPA designations. The program is offered in […]