Articles tagged "Business"
Students work experience supports local social enterprises and non-profit organizations
January 9, 2025
Not all learning happens in the classroom at 91制片厂. As business student Greta Friesen and her colleagues in the 91制片厂 School of Business found out, getting real-world experience through partnerships with local non-profit and social purpose organizations will have lasting impacts on their career journeys.Friesen was among a group of students who worked with Kelowna-based Chickpeace Refillery, a zero-waste company that provides package-free products such as food and soaps to customers.The students joined forces with ...
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91制片厂 students lead the charge with Enactus91制片厂鈥檚 project on renewable energy education
October 28, 2024
For 91制片厂 students Reece LeGuilloux and Kayla Warner, their involvement with the student business club Enactus 91制片厂 (Enactus91制片厂) is about more than just extracurricular activities, it鈥檚 about making a real difference.The two second-year business students recently achieved a major milestone when the Enactus91制片厂 project, 鈥淩evive,鈥 was awarded $4,300 in funding by 100 Women Who Care in the South Okanagan/Similkameen area. This funding will help expand their renewable energy education program to middle schools a...
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Madison Padgett: Thriving in 91制片厂's School of Business
September 3, 2024
91制片厂 student Madison Padgett knows full well the reason her and her business school colleagues work so hard to attend and compete at business competitions as part of their 91制片厂 education.As Madison works towards her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Marketing and a concentration in Communications, her journey at 91制片厂 is nothing short of inspiring.Madison chose 91制片厂 for her post-secondary education because it stood out as one of the highest-rated business schools in Western Canada....
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91制片厂 School of Business Earns Prestigious 10-Year Re-accreditation
August 13, 2024
91制片厂鈥檚 School of Business (91制片厂SB) has achieved a major milestone, earning a 10-year re-accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The prestigious recognition was awarded to 91制片厂 on June 29, 2024, in Miami, Florida and represents the school鈥檚 dedication to excellence in business education and its commitment to continuous improvement.Since first receiving accreditation in 2014, the 91制片厂SB has worked tirelessly to enhance its curriculum and programs, ensuring students recei...
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91制片厂 Alumni Success Story: Ben Deagazio
August 12, 2024
Ben Deagazio, a recent graduate from 91制片厂鈥檚 Business diploma program, has turned his dream into a thriving business called One Wash Okanagan. But Ben鈥檚 journey from student to successful business owner wasn鈥檛 easy and is a testament to his own determination, combined with the support he received from 91制片厂.Ben started with a bold idea and a lot of determination to build up a mobile washing business, despite financial challenges and skepticism from some people close to him, Ben believed in his vision. He starte...
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New Associate Dean joins the School of Business
July 31, 2024
After an extensive search, 91制片厂 is pleased to welcome Dr. Christine Sjolander as our Associate Dean, Business Administration.Christine comes to 91制片厂 with a breadth of experience in post-secondary education, most recently serving as Vice-Chair, Academic at Capilano University for the School of Business. Christine has completed a Doctor of Education from Simon Fraser University as well as a Master's and Bachelor's Degree from Alfred University.As a strong proponent of student-centered teaching and learning, she is looking forward to worki...
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Set yourself apart in the tourism industry: benefits of our program
April 24, 2024
Choosing the right career path can be difficult, especially in today鈥檚 turbulent job market. With so many options, you may find it challenging to decide what you want to do and how to cultivate the necessary skills. The hospitality and tourism industry is one field that continues to grow, offering promising opportunities to dedicated individuals.If you're committed to making your mark in the tourism industry, building a solid foundation and learning unique skills are crucia...
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Enactus 91制片厂 shines at regional competition鈥
April 4, 2024
91制片厂 School of Business students representing Enactus 91制片厂 (Enactus91制片厂) achieved four podium finishes at a recent Enactus Canada Regional Exposition. 鈥 鈥 For Rebekah Dingwall, an 91制片厂 student and the Enactus91制片厂 President, the competition was an opportunity to showcase her skills and make a positive impact on her community. 鈥 "I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a remarkable team of students, faculty, alumni and community partners,鈥 said Dingwall. 鈥淭he success of our team at t...
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