Articles tagged "Business"
Madison Padgett: Thriving in ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē's School of Business
September 3, 2024
ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē 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 ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē education.As Madison works towards her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Marketing and a concentration in Communications, her journey at ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē is nothing short of inspiring.Madison chose ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē for her post-secondary education because it stood out as one of the highest-rated business schools in Western Canada. Her dec...
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ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē School of Business Earns Prestigious 10-Year Re-accreditation
August 13, 2024
ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ēās School of Business (ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½ĒSB) has achieved a major milestone, earning a 10-year re-accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē (ACBSP). The prestigious recognition was awarded to ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē on June 29, 2024, in Miami, Florida and represents the schoolās dedication to excellence in business education and its commitment to continuous improvement.Since first receiving accreditation in 2014, the ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½ĒSB has worked tirelessly to enhance its curriculum and programs, ensuring students receive top-n...
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ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē Alumni Success Story: Ben Deagazio
August 12, 2024
Ben Deagazio, a recent graduate from ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ēās Business diploma program, has turned his dream into a thriving business called One Wash Okanagan. But Benās journey from student to successful business owner wasnāt easy and is a testament to his own determination, combined with the support he received from ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē.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 started by pur...
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New Associate Dean joins the School of Business
July 31, 2024
After an extensive search, ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē is pleased to welcome Dr. Christine Sjolander as our Associate Dean, Business Administration.Christine comes to ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē 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 working with ...
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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 todayās 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 crucial for yo...
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Enactus ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē shines at regional competitionāÆāÆ
April 4, 2024
ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē School of Business students representing Enactus ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē (EnactusĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē) achieved four podium finishes at a recent Enactus Canada Regional Exposition. āÆ āÆ For Rebekah Dingwall, an ĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē student and the EnactusĀŅĀ×ŗ£½Ē President, the competition was an opportunity to showcase her skills and make a positive impact on her community. āÆāÆ "I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a remarkable team of students, faculty, alumni and community partners,ā said Dingwall. āThe success of our team at the Enact...
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