Frequently Asked QuestionsManagement and Economics 10. What are pre-program management students? Management Co-op Interdisciplinary General Information 12. Is there other help for me with my courses? 1. How many applications do you receive each year in Management and how many applicants get admitted? A Applications to Management are increasing each year. During this year 2012, we have received over 4300 applications. This translates into 2094 applications for Co-op Specialist in Management (including Economics),and 763 for our newest program Specialist in Management and International Business (MIB). There were 1508 applications to the Specialist in Management non-co-op. In addition, there are approximately 300 spaces set aside for pre-program management students. We have admitted 219 students to Management Co-op, and 43 to the new MIB program. For the non-co-op program we have admitted 250 students. 2. What programs are available in the Management Department? A Our core program is the Specialist in Management with various intensive areas of study. Students may choose one of these specialists: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, and Strategic Management. We also offer a Specialist in Management Information Technology which is an interdisciplinary program that is linked with another discipline. 3. Are there part-time students in Management? A Yes, Management has part-time students. All students whether part-time or full-time are subject to the same admission standards and are required to satisfy the same degree requirements. Many courses are scheduled in the evening time slot, but there is no guarantee that the program may be completed by evening study alone. However, the Co-op program must be done on a full-time basis only. 4. What are Non-Degree-Management students? A Non-degree-Management students are pursuing a professional designation (for example in Accounting or Human Resource Management) and may be allowed to take individual courses as credits towards a specific professional certification. Non-degree students will be admitted to courses only if there is room after regular degree students in Management programs have been accommodated. Applicants must provide specific information regarding previous education and work experience. To assist in designing individual course selection, the application form will ask about the student's educational objectives. Applicants may begin in either semester of the Fall/Winter Session or the Summer Session. For further information, please visit: www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~mgmt/programs/certificate_program.html#nondegree. 5. What is required to get direct entry from high school into the Management program? A The university's Admission and Student Recruitment department will review applicants' academic achievement in the last two years of secondary school and in addition to this co-op applicants' information on the Supplementary Application Form will also be reviewed. Performance in prerequisite subjects are extremely important. The admitting ranges may change from year to year. For direct admission to a Management (non co-op) program, the admitting range is likely to be in the low to mid A grade range (low to mid 80s). For direct admission to a co-op program in Management, the admitting range is likely to be in the mid to high A grade range (mid to high 80s). If an applicant does not qualify for direct entry to a Management program, the university will automatically consider the applicant for an alternate offer of admission. Prerequisites: Management requires English (ENG4U) and Advanced Functions & Introductory Calculus (MCB4U). See Admissions and Student Recruitment www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~admliaison/index.htm to obtain general admission information. Applicants from other educational jurisdictions must present equivalent qualifications. 6. If I plan to get a Masters of Business Administration (MBA), why should I choose to study for an undergraduate degree in Management? A An undergraduate degree from University of Toronto is one of the best in North America. If you decide to do an MBA, you might complete your graduate studies much faster than if you had an undergraduate degree in some other field. Many universities will allow exemptions for several of the MBA courses allowing you to finish the MBA more quickly. 7. What are the major areas of study in Management? A Major areas of Studies are Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, International Business, Information Technology, and Strategic Management. We offer all the courses, which need to be completed to get a Certified General Accountant (CGA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or a Chartered Accountant (CA) or a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation. Our courses are also useful for students planning to obtain a Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. 8. Can I do a Major or a Minor in Economics with my Specialist in Management? A Students enrolled in any of the Specialist BBA progams in Management cannot be jointly enrolled in the Major or Minor program in Economics. 9. I see the department offers a Specialist Program in Economics for Management Studies (BBA) how does this differ from the regular BBA program? 10. What are pre-program management students? A Over 300 students are admitted to Pre-program Management each year. These students have access to the first year core courses in Management but must apply for admission to the second year of the program after the first year. Pre-program students are guaranteed entry to the BBA program upon completion of the core first year courses and meeting the CGPA 3.3 or above requirement.There are approximately 100 places available after first year. Many universities admit on the model that access to Management courses and programs occurs after first or second year. 11.What are breadth requirements? A Of the 20 credits required for the degree, at least one half credit must come from each of the following 5 breadth categories. a. Arts, literature and literature b. History, philosophy & cultural studies c. Socail & behavioural sciences d. Natural sciences e. Quantitative reasoning 12. Are Management and Economics professors accessible? A Professors are very accessible. Each professor normally sets aside several hours per week to see students. Students can also set up an appointment if they cannot see the professor during office hours. Professors not only help students with the courses but also with research and careers. 13. What career opportunities are available to Management graduates? A Numerous career opportunities are available and include but are not limited to Finance, Investment, Banking, Accounting, Management Consulting, Human Resources and Marketing. To help decide which area would be best for you, the Academic Advising & Career Centre offers career planning seminars and individual career counselling to all current students. Their Web site is http://joomla.utsc.utoronto.ca/aaccweb/ 14. How well do Management graduates do on the job market? A Very well! The need for Management students in the job market is large. Management at UTSC prepares its students to be valuable contributors in the achievement of their organizations' goals in a highly competitive global business environment. 15. How does the registration system work? What determines if I will get a specific course? A First year (A level) courses are open to all students. B, C, and D level management courses are restricted to students enrolled in programs that specifically require these courses. For more information look at the Registrar's Office at http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/index.php 16. Where is Management at UTSC? A 2011 Management moved into the newest building on campus. The IC building is 165,000 sq. ft. offering students more study rooms, lecture halls and classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art digital technology. Also a high tech trading floor and a microprocessor lab. 17. When I select an area of study, does it appear on my Diploma? A No, the area of study does not appear on your diploma. It only appears on your transcript. Student may only select ONE area of study in the Specialist in Management. 18. Within the Specialist in Management leading to the BBA can I select more than one area of study? A No, you must select only one area of study. Note that selection a stream is optional. Management Co-op 1. If I am not admitted to Co-op Management will you consider me for other choices? A Yes, you will be automatically considered for direct admission to Management or for Pre-program Management at the University of Toronto at Scarborough (UTSC). See page 190 in the 2012-13 calendar. http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/calendars/calendar/UTSCCalendar2012_2013.pdf 2. What are the benefits of Co-op Management program? A The Co-op Management program provides students opportunities to apply their classroom knowledge to real business situations through paid employment. Just to name a few benefits of co-op education: Students acquire confidence and maturity, become familiar with work ethics and job requirements, and build contacts with professionals. They gain valuable work experience which will help them in getting their first permanent position after graduation. 3. What companies employ Co-op Management students on work terms? A Co-op employers range from small and mid size firms to large multinational corporations. The types of companies cover all industries and include accounting, high-tech, investment, and government to name a few.. 4. How many work terms are required and when do they start? A Three work terms of three to four month duration are required. The first work term begins after students have completed a minimum of 7 credits. Students work or study in all three terms for 4 years or until graduation. See pgs. 191-92 in 2012-13 calendar for further details. http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/calendars/calendar/UTSCCalendar2012_2013.pdf
5. What is a Co-op Work Term Preparation Course (COPD07Y3)? A If you are in Co-op you must also enrol in the Co-op Work Term Preparation Course (COPD07Y3 on the student registration system). This course complements your academic learning and will prepare you for the exciting challenges of co-op work terms. Once a week for one hour throughout the Fall and Winter, all first year co-op students meet with the coordinators and fellow classmates. In this course, you will meet the program manager, senior co-op students, student service advisors as well as expert guests and representatives from business and industry. Topics covered include career planning and self-assessment, workplace skill development, preparation for job search and co-op placement tips to achieve success on the job, and more. This non-credit course is required for all first year co-op students, and must be successfully completed in order to begin the work term portions of co-op. Interdisciplinary 1. What are the courses I need to take in my first year if I am admitted to Management and Information Technology? MGTA03H – Introduction to Management I 2. Are there going to be any new interdisciplinary programs in the future? A Yes, the department is currently developing new programs. 3. What degree do I get when I complete a Program in Management and Information Technology? A Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) General Information 1. I am currently studying at another University and I am thinking about transferring to Management-what is the procedure? A All students follow the procedure of transfer outlined within the Admissions Guidelines. It is recommended that you apply well in advance of final deadlines, especially if one of the more popular programs is desired. For more information go to http://joomla.utsc.utoronto.ca/admissions/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=81&Itemid=41 2. Is there any financial aid available? What is required to get financial aid? A The University of Toronto at Scarborough has made a commitment to its students that no student offered admission to a program should be unable to enter or complete the program due to lack of financial means. To support this commitment University of Toronto at Scarborough offers grants, bursaries and scholarships. Grants and bursaries are non-repayable gifts from the University to students in financial need. Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence. Scholarships are awarded to students entering first year directly from secondary school. The value of the awards ranges from $600 to full tuition for first year. The required average for scholarship consideration varies from year to year, but it is likely to be in the mid 80s. There are also numerous scholarships available to BBA students. http://joomla.utsc.utoronto.ca/admissions/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=24&Itemid=48 3. What extra curricular activities are there for students and what is student life like? A There are many clubs and facilities available for students. The Management and Economics Student Association (MESA) is available for Management students.It links students with faculty and the business community offering many events and opportunities. There are also many vibrant student clubs on campus for students to get involved and conected. Check www.mesa.ca to see what’s happening lately. To support student life and success, there are many student services available. For a comprehensive list, refer to www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~stuaff/ 4. How culturally diverse is UTSC? A UTSC embraces diversity in all of its elements. Students, staff and faculty represent many parts of the world. University of Toronto believes in serving the diverse needs of its community and as such offers many services and resources to meet your needs based on principles of mutual respect and inclusion. UTSC has 23 cultural clubs and 11 faith based clubs. 5. What opportunities do I have to study a language? A Students can enroll in languages offered at UTSC through the Lingustics department at http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~humdiv/programs.html 6. I would like to study abroad, do you have exchange programs to study elsewhere? A Yes UofT has partnered with several universities in many parts of the world, and the majority of the courses are taught in English. If you have a particular university in mind where we do not have an exchange agreement, you are welcome to make a proposal. If you are interested in working for a company with international base, a study-abroad experience can make your resume stand out. For more information, check the Web site at http://cie.utoronto.ca/ 7. What is the average class size? A Class sizes vary and generally get smaller as the students progress to upper year courses. One of our first year courses could have more than 350 students in a class, while 2nd year courses have an average of 60 students. Third and fourth year courses may be an average of 25-40 depending on the demand and design of the course. Professors do keep office hours for personal interaction with the students. 8. What are the library resources like? A Library Services staff support your academic activities by providing research assistance in person, by email, by chat service, and by phone. Students have access to extensive print and electronic information resources, connections and referrals to the entire human network of Academic Resources support services and collaborative and individual study space for conducting information research. The UTSC library is connected via an electronic network to to the University of Toronto system of more than 40 libraries. The University of Toronto library system, across three campuses, holds a collection of over 10 million volumes, second only in size to Harvard University libraries. The Library offers a special service for UTSC students, "Research with a Librarian", where individuals or small groups can come into the library and meet with a librarian who will assist them in finding discipline-specific research materials appropriate to your assignments. 9. If I am struggling in my adjustment to academic life, where can I seek help? A The Management department has an in-house Academic Advisor and three Supervisor of Studies to assist students with academic queries and concerns.The staff is there to serve all BBA students by helping them understand course selection and the types of programs we offer, as well as sorting out any academic problems that may arise.They are easily accessible, as they provide drop in office hours, one-one appointments, and quick email responses. On campus the Academic Advising & Career Centre, is another place to go to for counselling and advice. In addition there is the Centre for Teaching & Learning which will help students with a range of workshops from improving English Language skills to Presentation skills.
A Students should right away ask for help from the teaching assistant or the professor. There is also a math tutoring centre on the fourth floor of the IC building. It is staffed by upper year students who are eager to help guide and assist you with your courses. 11. How do students go about finding a job as they approach graduation? A The Academic Advising & Career Centre at UTSC helps make the job search easier. It houses a library of career, employment, and educational information; offers seminars on career planning and job search techniques and lists part-time and full-time jobs. The Graduating Students Employment Service (GSES) is available to students in their final year and allows students to search for full time employment before they graduate. In the past companies such as KPMG, Ernst & Young, Proctor & Gamble, Toronto Dominion and Nesbitt Burns have come to UTSC to recruit our students. Co-op students will get assistance from the management co-op office. All co-op students complete internships and this in turn gives them an edge during recruitment time.
12. Is there any other help for me with my courses? A The Management department has created other opportunities for academic help free of charge. Students may freely join one of our organized study group sessions, or see the Program Advisor to set up one-one peer tutoring. For more information, please e-mail management-supervisor-studies@utsc.utoronto.ca. |
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