In this issue:
Latest
News
Here to Help
Work Permit
Tips for Success
Feature Degree
Apply to Study
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CEN IS HERE TO HELP
 At some point, all students get off
track or encounter a particularly difficult educational obstacle. Students
may feel overwhelmed and frustrated, and want someone to talk to. The
Canadian Education Network (CEN) knows that even the best of students need
assistance on occasion and so, is there to help students by providing a full
range of academic support services. Here are two ways our services might
help you:
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LATEST NEWS
THINKING OF APPLYING TO A CANADIAN UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE?
THINK FAST!
Annual application deadlines are approaching quickly, with most set to the
end of February for students looking for a September 2010 start date.
Deadlines vary among programs and universities, but in most cases,
students must apply by the spring and provide other requirements (such as
a minimum TOEFL score) by June in order to be considered for admission.
Before applying, we always recommend a study plan consultation with CEN so
that we can make sure you are on the right track and applying to the
proper schools for your program. Our study plan consultation is a
complimentary service offered to all students interested in Canada. If you
need quick help to make sure you meet this year’s deadlines, feel free to
get in touch with CEN right away.
Here’s how you can get started:
http://www.caneducation.com/cen/apply.html
If you have some general questions about studying in Canada and would like
more information before proceeding with a consultation, please feel free
to
contact us at:
info@caneducation.com
We look forward to fast-tracking your higher education in Canada.
WORK PERMIT
Post-Graduation Work Permit Program
International students who have graduated from a Canadian university
or college may be eligible to apply for the Post-Graduation Work Permit.
The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program is designed to allow students who
have graduated from participating Canadian post-secondary institutions to
gain valuable Canadian work experience.
There are several advantages to this program:
(1) The permit can be issued up to a maximum of three years (depending on
the duration of the academic program), regardless of geographical location
within Canada.
(2) Students are not required to find a job related to their field of
study.
(3) Students do not need a job offer to apply for a Post-Graduation Work
Permit.
To be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit, there are several
criteria that students must meet. Some of the notable requirements are
that students must possess a valid study permit; must have graduated from
an eligible program at a Canadian post-secondary institution; and must
apply for the permit within 90 days of the last day of classes in their
final semester.
The Post-Graduation Work Permit is a good option to consider and may
provide a good opportunity for those who are nearing graduation or have
recently graduated and are planning their careers. To learn more about
this program, please visit Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s website at
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.asp
(All data was provided by Citizenship and Immigration Canada)
FEATURE DEGREE
Bachelor
of Business Administration (BBA / B.Com)
A Bachelor of Business Administration or
Commerce Degree provides you with all the skills you need to become a
successful leader in today's business world. A broad-based liberal
education emphasizing critical thinking and adaptability is coupled with
intensive technical study in the fundamentals of business and management.
Lectures, class discussions, essays, laboratory work and case studies
ensure a breadth of experience and the development of your business
skills. In their third and fourth years, students concentrate on a major
(the field of their degree) from one or more of the following disciplines:
• Finance
• Marketing
• Accounting
• Management
• Industrial Relations
• International Business
• Human Resources Management
• Operations Management
• Sustainable Development
• Asset Management
PROGRAM LENGTH
4 years (average)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- High School Completion (or equivalent) with an average of at least 75%
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 92 (IBT) or IELTS 7.0
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements can enroll in a
university preparation or foundations program to upgrade their English or
academic standing.
Why wait till you decide what to study?
Click here to apply today for a bachelor's degree program or email CEN at
info@caneducation.com.
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Academic Advising
and Graduate Studies
Academic Advising and Graduate Studies: A unique service provided by
CEN is to help students prepare for graduate studies while they are still in
their undergraduate program. As early as second year, we can begin
preparation for graduate studies. Depending on how specialized the graduate
program is, CEN can coach students through their undergraduate years - we
can inform students of what pre-requisites to take and also on what courses
they can take to maximize their candidacy for a certain graduate program. To
do so, we draw from our vast experience in placing graduate students
successfully at dozens of Canadian universities.
Academic Advising and Future Careers
Academic Advising and Future Careers: Many students are uncertain of what
educational route they wish to take. Others may feel that their major does
not suit their natural aptitudes or interests. We are all born with our own
unique gifts and aptitudes, and often we need some third-party help in
discovering them. Our academic advising service helps students explore the
possibilities of what programs they are naturally fit to excel in and what
they will enjoy. We can offer alternatives at all levels of higher education
in Canada to provide students with options that may better suit them.
Please also keep in mind that CEN”s comprehensive list of services also
includes:
Tutorial Support & Diagnostic Tests
Student Counseling
Academic Monitoring
Application Assistance
For more information about our services, visit our website at:
http://www.caneducation.com/cen/services.html
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TIPS FOR SUCCESS
 English
Language Preparation Requires Persistence, Patience and Strategy
Many ESL students ask why Canadian universities and colleges require
such a “high” level of English language proficiency for admission and
graduation. The requirement does seem difficult for some students;
however, it is crucial for their academic success.
Let’s first review the English language proficiency for admission to
undergraduate level programs and graduate level programs. In order to
enrol in an undergraduate program, students must show proof of English
language proficiency equivalent to TOEFL 80 IBT or 213 CBT, or IELTS
6.5. These scores are meant to show the test-writer has English
proficiency equivalent to students who have successfully completed Grade
12 English from a Canadian high school. As for admission to a graduate
program, because the course materials are more complex and the program
will usually involve research, a thesis, or at least projects, students
must have a more comprehensive command of the English language. Hence,
admission requirements for graduate programs are set higher.
Many students whose first language is not English and who are on a
limited timeline to make English language proficiency complain that
those test scores are “unachievable”. It is indeed difficult to achieve
such a goal within a year. It takes native English speakers over ten
years to reach and complete Grade 12. How can someone who does not speak
English both inside and outside school expect to obtain English
proficiency within such a limited time? If students know themselves and
set realistic goals, they take their first step on the successful
language preparation journey.
Successful students need to be persistent, patient and strategic.
According to second language researchers, learning a second language is
a complex process which requires the learner to pass through
developmental stages similar to those when learning a first language.
Once in Canada, with the increased exposure to the English language, ESL
students progress from acquiring conversational language to more complex
academic language. Published scientific research shows conversational
language can be developed within two to three years. Academic language
is defined as the combination of cognitive skills and content knowledge
necessary for successful academic performance at secondary and
university levels, and it can take a minimum of seven to ten years to
achieve academic proficiency if all of the schooling takes place in the
second language.
Many students whose first language is not English come to Canada with a
certain level of English proficiency because they have been taught
English in their home countries. This is good, but it does not
necessarily mean they are ready to enter or study at a Canadian
university or college.
English language preparation takes persistence, patience and strategy.
As an academic advising and support service, we offer the following
recommendations:
• Take a test of English language proficiency before the start of a
language preparation program (an unofficial test is ideal and the test
must be marked by a qualified marker)
• Attend classes regularly and participate in class activities
• Review what is learned and memorize whatever is needed
• Get the answers to any questions
• Test English language proficiency and measure progress once every
three months (at least once every six months)
• Identify weaknesses and work on them (self study or find a tutor to
work together on those weaknesses)
• Practise, practise, and practise …
The Canadian Education Network has track record in academic advising and
support. We hope to guide every student who is eager to study to the
pathway to academic success. For more details about CEN Services, please
visit our website at
www.caneducation.com
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