George Brown College

The Intensive English Program (IEP) George Brown College is a leading English as a Second Language (ESL) provider with more than 30 years of experience. Our friendly, qualified teachers, combined with modern facilities and convenient central Toronto location create an extraordinary educational experience. Program Structure There are 8 levels in the Intensive English Program from beginner to advanced. Each level lasts eight weeks. You will begin at the level that is most suited to your English language proficiency. You will be given a placement test before classes begin to determine the best level for you. There are 5 hours per day of study in each level;, Monday-Friday. In each level, teachers concentrate on listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. At the end of each level, you will be given tests in each of these skill areas so you know you have achieved your learning goals. The 8th level will prepare you for post-secondary studies at GBC. Successful completion of this level is accepted by George Brown as the equivalent of a TOEFL score of 550 (Computer Based, 213) and qualifies you in English to be admitted to most professional programs at the college. The IEP is supported by a computer laboratory that is equipped with interactive (visual and oral) programs. Fees for the Intensive English Program Each 8-week level costs $2051.60 Canadian Dollars. A $500 deposit is required before issuing a Letter of Acceptance. This deposit will be applied to the total tuition payment, but is non-refundable. You must be 18 years of age or older to qualify for this program.

Our Program Launch your career in the hotel industry with the two-year Hotel Management diploma program. From front-desk to finance, this comprehensive program will teach you all aspects of hotel management. You will learn to work in and manage all the areas of a full-service, modern hotel including rooms, food and beverage, culinary, marketing and sales, conference and catering. In addition, such general courses as business communications and computer skills will ensure you meet the industry’s demand for well-rounded graduates with technical and interpersonal skills. This program includes a unique industry externship in the third semester. Your Career With 32,000 hotel rooms in Toronto – and counting – employment opportunities abound for Hotel Management graduates. You can also find employment in restaurants, casinos, luxury retirement homes, cruise ships, convention centres, entertainment facilities, clubs, bed and breakfast facilities, spas, catering and conference services. Many Hotel Management graduates are now in supervisory and management positions in major hotels, while some have reached high level corporate positions in large hotel chains. Your Future Study Options Students who successfully complete this program may receive advanced standing at Ryerson Polytechnic University, the University of Calgary, the University of New Brunswick at Saint John and other leading international universities. “We always give George Brown graduates first priority when we’re interviewing. They have the best practical training and the breadth of their knowledge helps them succeed at a wide range of jobs.” Cindy Simpson Senior Vice President, Imago Restaurants Inc.

School of Business Whatever you see yourself becoming in the world of business – a financial advisor, entrepreneur, valued consultant, bank manager, marketing expert, accountant, HR specialist or any of the thousands of other possibilities – the School of Business at The City College can take you there. The School of Business offers three distinct areas of specialization: · Centre for Financial Services Education The Centre for Financial Services Education focuses on launching your career in downtown Toronto’s largest employer segment with unique educational and development programs. In addition to an array of Diploma Programs, we offer the new Bachelor of Applied Business (Financial Services). · Business Administration In Business Administration, we offer three-year programs that give you a choice of majors in Marketing, Human Resources and Management Studies. We also offer a post-graduate Business Management Certificate Program and the Pre-Business Certificate Program. · Marketing in the New Economy Marketing in the New Economy is a group of the most current post-graduate programs for today’s high-quality marketing jobs. The name “Marketing in the New Economy” speaks to a new knowledge-based economy, a new way of doing business and a new approach to marketing. Co-operative Education The co-op program within the School of Business offers you the valuable opportunity to make successful work terms a key part of your business education. Graduates of the co-op program have the advantage of establishing working relationships with potential employers and often find full-time employment with their co-op employer.

Our Program Information technology continues to revolutionize our world and a career in this exciting field can be both challenging and rewarding. This three-year (six semesters) program was designed to give IT employers what they are seeking – graduates with sharp technical skills, as well as solid teamwork and communications skills and an understanding of the impact of information technology on the future of businesses and organizations. Working in the wireless, smart classroom environment of the new Information Technology Collaborative Learning Centre, you will develop your skills using the latest computer tools and environments. The first two years of the program are common to the Computer Programmer program, when you will develop the skills and techniques required for software application development and testing. In the third year, you will develop systems analysis and design techniques, client needs-assessment techniques, sales and presentation methods and complete an industry-sponsored design project that allows you to apply the skills you have learned. Your Career Graduates can look forward to several possible career opportunities such as Database Administration, Systems Analysis and Design, Consulting, Application Design and Development, Internet Application Design and Development, and many others. Opportunities exist for systems development for both corporate clients, and smaller contract companies. As Programmer/Analysts, graduates will work in project teams responsible for the development and testing of new applications and the maintenance and support existing business systems. Graduates will also be responsible for analysing business procedures and rules, and developing computer applications to support these business procedures.

Contributing to the success of this award-winning program is its unique downtown location and a redesigned, course-based curriculum combining creative problem-solving with advanced computer training. Project-based courses help students create a distinctive portfolio as they major in a specialty area: Corporate Design, Advertising Design, Environmental Design, Illustration or Media Design. In many courses students work in teams to prepare them for a professional work environment. A regular series of presentations by industry professionals keeps students informed of the latest trends. Complimentary membership in the Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario is offered to all students, giving access to a network of Canada’s top design professionals and a headstart in the process to become a Registered Graphic Designer. The graduating class displays their best work in an annual exhibit at the Design Exchange which is open to the public. All students enrolled in the Graphic Design program must take all Foundation Required Courses. These are arts, humanities and studio courses that provide a strong foundation in visual, verbal and written communications, critical thinking, design theory and practice. Over the span of the program, students have the opportunity to choose 16 Specialization Electives. Having chosen a major, students take 6 courses within their areas of specialization to build a portfolio appropriate for a particular career. Registration in any Specialization Elective Course is permitted, and a student may take a variety of specialization credits prior to choosing a major.