Dear Student

When you choose a University, you are not just choosing a place to learn, you are choosing a place to live. And how the two fit together makes the difference between a good education & a great one. Memorial University of Newfoundland is one of the best universities in Canada. Memorial University had its beginning in 1925 and offers over 100 degree programs, ranging in scope from business and engineering to environmental science and music. The University couples quality with affordability and boast award-winning faculty and staff.  

The location of the University makes the entire province part of your living and earning experience at Memorial. Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada is a beautiful place to live and study. The most easterly point in North America, our province boasts a unique location, one of the lowest crime rates in Canada, cultural diversity and friendly people.  Newfoundland and Labrador’s institutions offer internationally recognized programs, excellent research facilities, and respected faculty.

The ocean around the University has made it a leader in naval architecture engineering, maritime history, cold ocean research & marine studies. There is no better place to launch a maritime career than here on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. As a student you will have access to some of the most high tech training and research facilities. You will also have a number of work terms as part of your education.

Small in size. Big on Learning - At Memorials Sir Wilfred Grenfell College specialized programs in arts,science,fine arts and nursing will take you out of your classrooms. An arts education here is everything you expect from a top University - and more. Enrich your learning experiences with courses and specialisations that you wont find anywhere else - plus many opportunities in fascinating places near & far. To find out more about Memorial and check out their approach to learning by doing, visit www.mun.ca.

Algonquin College is an institute located in the heart of Canada: Canada’s capital city, Ottawa.  In this appropriately strategic location you will find that you are home to several national and other festivals, host to a variety of activities, a superb nightlife, access to many sporting activities, and much more cultural exposure.  Ottawa is a city renowned for its’ ‘safe’ disposition, and proximity to Montreal and Toronto. 

Coupled with an amazing ambience that you will experience in the city of Ottawa, you will find an equaled impression on campus alongside your peers in Algonquin College.  This institution offers over 100 programs ranging from Technology/ Business/ Health/ Hospitality & Tourism/ Media & Design, and more.  They boast high quality programs that incorporate theory as well as technology and hands-on training, instigated by a highly committed, professional, and experienced staff, including over 500 full time professors. 

Algonquin College offers one/ two/ three/ and four-year programs, ranging from certificates, diplomas, to degrees.  The majority of the programs and courses are offered at the main location- the Woodroffe Campus located in the west end of Ottawa.  Other programs are available on regional campuses in Perth and Pembroke or at locations in Smith Falls, Arnprior, and Renfrew.  This college prides itself on its’ student enrollment of 11,000 full time students.  Many international students, such as you, turn to this institute for program options.  Next to their first-rate programs, they offer many services for international students, such as, orientation services, counseling, tutoring, academic advising, on-campus medical services, multicultural buddy network, and email and Internet account for usage.  Not only are their services appreciable, but, also their facilities. 

Algonquin has over 80 computer labs with a 4:1 student-to-computer ratio and wireless laptop business programs, to name a few. Along with excellent programs and amazing resources, this institute Along with Algonquin is known for its’ Largest Business School in Ottawa!  Consequently, Algonquin College is a destination for many international students, attractive to them for studying not only for their programs, but also to experience the ‘complete’ life as a student in Ottawa, at Algonquin College. Find out more from www.algonquincollege.com

 Business programs in Canada develop future leaders by focusing on analytical, organizational and management skills. Business is a broad discipline, and students can choose from many specializations, including finance, marketing, information systems, human resources, entrepreneurship, economics, operations management, organizational theory, labour management relations, communications, e-business and more.

 Typically, Canadian universities or university colleges offer Bachelor’s degree programs in Business, Business Management, Business Administration, Commerce and International Business. Students may combine business studies with other areas of interest. Possible combinations include: Bachelor of Administration programs with specializations in health or public administration; Bachelor of Business Administration programs combined with law; Bachelor of Commerce programs concentrating on hospitality services; and Bachelor of Management programs focusing on the natural environment, non-profit organizations and the government or public sector.

 Technical institutes and community colleges in Canada also offer quality business programs. These institutions generally offer certificates and diplomas ranging from one to three years in length. Some offer university transfer programs that allow students to begin a degree program at the college or technical institute and complete it at a university. Others offer applied degree programs, which mix the practical training of a college with the theoretical knowledge of a university. Examples include a Bachelor of Applied Business and Entrepreneurship or Bachelor of Applied Accounting.

 Students will also find vocationally-oriented diploma or certificate programs in specific areas such as payroll, purchasing, insurance, business retailing, fashion merchandising, aviation management, ski resort management, golf management, and hotel and resort administration at career colleges in Canada.  Students who already have a degree can pursue a variety of graduate programs in Canada such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Management Studies (MMS) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA). Short post-graduate certificate programs provide an intensive period of study to gain specialized skills in a certain area of concentration.

 With so many choices, it can be difficult to decide where to study, but this diversity means students are more likely to find a business program that truly suits their needs. After exploring the many available programs in Canada, students can shortlist schools based on factors such as areas of specialization, tuition fees, facilities, class size, methods of instruction, availability of internships or co-op programs, student support, career support services, and location.

 Whichever institution you choose, studying business in Canada will help you develop the skills to deal with the ever-changing business world, while living in one of the world’s most exciting and vibrant business environments.