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. “Each year, the Organization of American States and IE Business School collaborate in order to grant certain worthy individuals scholarships in support […]
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First ever School of Continuing Studies graduation ceremony a night to remember
The York University School of Continuing Studies held the School’s inaugural graduation ceremony on the night of May 26 with great success. The event, which saw more than 200 attendees, featured guest speakers, certificate presentations, and the social media contest. The York University School of Continuing Studies held the School’s inaugural graduation ceremony […]
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, Observations, Stories, Tactics, Advice, Experiences, Ideas and Methods. Soft skills are an everyday challenge […]
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 praise from her teacher, before going on to enrol in York University in winter 2015. “Valeria is an excellent critical […]
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 Theatre (Accolade East building), will celebrate the achievements of graduates from many different […]
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 agents from 11 agencies representing 9 countries visited York University as part of their time in Toronto for the ICEF workshop. For […]
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 Systems Security Professional Common Body of Knowledge (CISSP CBK) will begin this November. The program will help provide qualified security professionals in one […]
Toronto Star: New cyber security program launches to meet demand
Both certifications can be completed based on your goals. In response to an increasing demand for cyber security professionals, York University will launch a cyber security program through its School of Continuing Studies come this November. “This is one of the fastest growing tech fields in the world and experts forecast that the job […]
School of Continuing Studies launches Ontario’s First Comprehensive Two-Certificate Cyber Security Program
York University’s School of Continuing Studies will launch Ontario’s first comprehensive, two-certificate Cyber Security program this November in partnership with the Lassonde School of Engineering. Cyber security is one of the fastest growing tech fields in the world, with experts forecasting the job market doubling in the next five years. The demand for positions in […]
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 continuing education as a way to further develop their skills. Petsche, now Ontario’s […]