Tag Archives: School of Continuing Studies

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 amount of data and information that the world possesses at its fingertips continues to […]

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 treated in terms of timing and material used. It is just one of the many ways […]

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 competitiveness of the current job market, additional education can be the difference between a major promotion and not. Balancing […]

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 are optimally treated in terms of timing and material used. It is just one of the many […]

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, a Toronto-based app that connects people with empty parking spots with people looking to park. Rover’s success […]

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 […]

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 will produce graduates that are ready to take on the evolving landscape of risk management, […]

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 […]