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 competition. As the spelling bee started, contestants nailed words like ‘participation’, ‘survey’, and ‘individual’ with […]
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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 TORONTO, ONTARIO, October 29, 2018 – The evolution of technology, automation and artificial intelligence are presenting new challenges […]
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 launching an innovative suite of three accelerated Digital Marketing and Content Marketing Certificate programs. Ambitious […]
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, industry professionals and students will gather to discuss some of the hottest topics of 2018: cyber security and […]
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 advance your career, but allows you the flexibility to handle all your other responsibilities. Rebecca Kapogiannis […]
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 professional recruiter for 6 years and promotes the accounting profession as well […]
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. Learning on the job is not quite what it used to be, leaving continuing education as an alternative to enhancing a skill set to achieve success in the workforce. It’s a path Steve Wuthmann […]
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 pursue. Sarah Qureshi, Cyber Security Advisor for Paladion Inc., shares her thoughts on […]
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 The rapid rate at which in-demand knowledge and skills change today, no matter the industry, makes it crucial for professionals to continuously advance their skill set to ensure they remain marketable, says one expert. “The marketplace is […]
Meet Kyle Nichols, Global Insurance Adviser and soon-to-be York Instructor
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 those risks—so long as a skilled risk manager is there to connect the dots. Recognizing the need for online risk management training, York recently launched the […]