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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN FINANCE?

Where to work - Industries to consider

Careers in finance are found in both the private and public sectors of industry. Though there are more finance employees in theCommercial Banking Industry than in any other sector of the finance world many finance graduates begin their careers in corporations,the insurance industry, or other financial institutions. Finance professionals utilize assessment tools to assist corporations andindividuals better manage their financial businesses and lives. Numerous finance graduates believe they will spend most of their timeworking with numbers, however, many finance careers require a strong ability to interact with people and entrepreneurial skil ls to buildand maintain a client base. Those employed in this industry require a broad understanding of businesses and people skills are essentia

What you need - Skills required

Ability to gather, analyze, synthesize and report financial information

Superior attention to detail

Knowledge of general economic/ financial interrelationships as they affect the financial marketsand business plans

Use of computerized quantitative methods

Background in quantitative analytical techniques

Strong communication and creative abilities

What to do - Occupations to explore

Account Services Representative

Assistant Broker

Assistant Investment Advisor

Business Development Associate

Business Writer

Commodity Trader

Credit Analyst

Credit Officer

Customer Service Representative

Director of Financial Services

Equity Analyst Financial Advisor

Financial Consultant

Financial Planner

Financial Services Manager

Investment Fund Administrator

Investment Specialist

Junior Financial Analyst

Loan Officer

New Account Associate

Personal Banking Officer

Product Sourcing Specialist

Project Coordinator

Research Assistant

Senior Administrator

Teller

Underwriter


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Resources - Key Websites

Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal:www.ccmm.qc.caThe Board promotes the development of a strong, proud, representative and committed

membership. We also provide services designed to meet the needs of our members.

Careers in Finance:www.careers-in-finance.comYou will find info on careers in fields like investment banking, real estate and financial planning,

and links, to job listings, recommended books and a list of helpful headhunters.

Canadian Securities Institute:www.csi.ca/student/en_ca/home.xhtmlLearn the fundamentals of the Canadian Securities and Investment Funds. Elevate your financial

abilities and develop a deeper understanding of f inancial options and opportunities. Department of Finance Canada:www.fin.gc.ca/fin-eng.html

The Department plays a vital role in helping the Govt. of Canada develop the social and

economic policies that improve the standard of living and quality of life of Canadians.

Finance and Investment Students Association:www.fisaonline.caThe Finance and Investment Students Association represents the best interests of financestudents. As students of the John Molson School of Business (JMSB).

Financial Planners Standards Council:www.cfp-ca.orgFPSC is a not-for-profit organization established in 1995 to benefit the public by leading theevolution of the financial planning profession in Canada.

The Financial Advisors Associations of Canada:www.advocis.caRecognizing that consumers are best served by professional financial advisors, Advocis preparespromotes and protects financial advisors in the public interest.

Montreal Financial:www.montrealfinancial.com
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING?


Careers in Accounting have, over the last number of years, become more exciting as the field moves from tedious number crunching tomore diverse activities such as cost analysis, interpretation and business strategy. Accounting is as close to a recession proof career aspossible. A balancing of the books is always required whether it involves cost saving measures or expansion. Before looking at whereyou can work it is important to consider what type of designation you wish to pursue after your studies in Accounting. Many Accountingstudents will pursue a CA designation. In this case, students would look to work in a CA Firm (Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young, andRSM Richter are examples of larger firms). If you are more interested to pursue a career with a CMA or CGA designation you wouldlook to work for any other corporations such as Bombardier, SNC Lavalin, Microsoft, CN, National Bank of Canada.


Calculation of product/ service cost

Complex problem solving

Strategic and critical thinking

Bookkeeping and budgeting skills

Quantitative skills

Ability to prepare, read, and analyze financial statements

Understanding of tax system and tax planning

Knowledge of auditing theory and practice

Interpret facts and figures

Numerical computation


Credit Officer

Auditor

Financial Statement Analyst

Forensic Accounting

Budgeting/ Forecasting

Accounts Payable

Assistant Controller Collections Clerk

Accounting Technician

Taxation

Securities Manager

Broker

Bookkeeper

Investment Analyst

Payroll Clerk

Accounting Clerk

Valuator

Securities Agent and Investment Dealer

Accounting Service Manager

Claims Adjuster/ Examiner

Business Credit/ Loan Administrator

Underwriter

Insurance Agent

Treasury Management Specialist

Portfolio Administrator


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Careers in Accounting:www.careers-in-accounting.comYou will find some of the best info on the 'net on fields like public accounting, tax, auditing and

managerial accounting. You will also find links to quite a few other sites and some great books.

Certified General Accountants Association of Canada:www.cga-canada.orgCertified General Accountants Association of Canada is a self-regulating, professional

association of 68,000 students and Certified General Accountants CGAs.

Ordre des CGA du Qubec:www.cga-quebec.orgThe CIQ represents the interests of the 45 provincial professional associations, which have a

combined membership of over 310,000 people. Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants:www.cica.ca

The CICA together with the provincial, territorial and Bermuda Institutes/Ordre of Chartered

Accountants, represents a membership of approximately 72,000 CAs and 10,000 students in

Canada and Bermuda.

Comptables Agrs du Qubec:www.ocaq.qc.caThe Ordre des comptables agrs du Qubec is a professional order representing members of

an "exclusive profession" an organization dedicated primarily to the protection of the public.

Human resources development Canada, Qubec region:www.hrsdc.gc.caA department of the Government of Canada.

CMA Canada:www.cma-canada.orgCMA Canada grants a professional designation in management accounting and regulates itsmembers under the authorization of provincial legislation.

Ordre des Comptables en Management Accrdits du Qubec:www.cma-quebec.orgThe Ordre des comptables en management accrdits du provides leadership to the CMAprofession through the enforcement of high standards and the recognition of the designation.

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants:www.aicpa.org
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT


Human Resources Management professionals are in demand within all sectors of industry. For most organizations, their peopleresources comprise the largest portion of their operating costs. Human Resource professionals manage various aspects of theworkforce. They analyze and design jobs, manage recruitment, selection, evaluation and retention processes and train and developnew and current employees. They also, establish and administer compensation plans, including employee benefits. Others pursuecareers in Occupational Health and Safety, International Human Resources Management, or Labour Relations.


Able to recognize, analyze, forecast and develop solutions for employee related issues

Highly effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

Must be able to balance corporate objectives with employee requirements

Strong sense of integrity and can maintain discretion under duress in sensitive situations

Demonstrate social responsibility and understand workplace related laws

Work well with individuals and groups at all levels ofan organization

Understand the value diversity

What to do - Occupations to explore Benefits Manager

Business Analyst and Consultant

Business Development Officer

Career Account Manager

Career Counselor

Client Services Associate

Compensation Analyst

Corporate Trainer

Crew Leader

Human Resource Specialist

Human Resources Generalist

Interviewer Junior Human Resources Counselor

Junior Human Resources Professional

Labour Relations Specialist

Personnel Consultant

Project Manager

Project Manager/Fundraiser

Recruiter

Research Analyst

Research Assistant

Safety Specialist

Salary Administrator

Store Manager Strategic Planner

Student Employment Advisor

Trainer

Union Negotiator


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Canadian Council of Human Resources Associations (CCHRP):www.cchra.caCCHRA is a collaborative effort of human resources associations from across Canada, which

represent more than 18,000 CHRPs and 36,000 professionals collectively.

Government of Canada (Human Resources Management):http://hrmanagement.caJob Bank is Canadas one-stop job listing web site. Each year we help hundreds of thousands of

Canadian workers, job seekers and employers connect online, and free of any service charges.

HRM Guide Canada:www.hrmguide.net/canada/index.htmHRM Guide Canada is the Canadian entrance to thousands of free HRM related articles, features

and links from Canada and elsewhere. The International Association for Human Resource Information Management (IHRIM):

www.ihrim.org

Formed in 1980, IHRIM has become the worlds leading clearinghouse for the HRIM (Human

Resource Information Management) industry.

The Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE):www.cacee.comCACEE is a national non-profit partnership of employer recruiters and career services

professionals.

ECO Canada, The Environmental Organization Career:www.eco.caECO Canada was established in 1992 to provide services to all participants of the environmental

sector including employers, practitioners, educators, and students.

The Conference Board of Canada:www.conferenceboard.caThe Conference Board of Canada builds leadership capacity for a better Canada by creating and

sharing insights on economic trends, public policy and organizational performance

Ordre Des CRHA Et CRIA Du Quebec:www.orhri.org
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS?





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International Business graduates are hired by multi-national corporations, businesses involved in foreign trade (import/export),government and public institutions, international relief and environmental organizations. This industry is highly impacted by thecontinued growth of globalization and graduates will find this evolving industry complex and at times volatile. With additional training orexperience, career opportunities can be found in accounting, finance, marketing, transportation and logistics, and managementinformation systems.

Multinationalso International treasury operationso International cash managemento International advertisingo International brand managemento International human resources departmento Cross cultural training of expatriate managers

Bankso

Foreign exchange tradingo Managing international trade documentationo International lendingo Correspondent banking

Consulting firms

International organizationso Aid agencieso Development banks

European Bank for Reconstruction and development Inter-American Development Bank Asian Development bank African Development

o European Uniono IMF/World Banko World Trade Organization

Governmento International trade organization

Foreign representations of governmentso Consular officerso Trade representatives

NGOo NGOs involved in developmento NGOs engaged in international public interest campaignso NGOs involved in political actionso Travel, tourism, and transportation

HotelsTravel Agencies

Airlines

The international business industry is highly impacted by the continued growth of globalization and graduates will find this evolvingindustry complex and at times volatile. With additional training or experience, career opportunities can be found in accounting, finance,marketing, transportation and logistics, and management information systems.
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Ability to adapt in cross-cultural environments

Knowledge or work experience in an additional industry such as marketing, finance, accounting,management information systems or law is an asset

Fluency in two or more languages is suggested

Understand how globalization impacts the business community, locally, nationally andinternationally

Knowledge of foreign cultures is important

Sensitive to other countries and cultural practices

Experience and willingness to work and live abroad


Foreign trade (exports, imports) management

Trade development officer

Projects and strategy officer

Microfinance project officer

Infrastructure policy strategist

Resource management officer

Banking services for exports and imports

International finance writer

Foreign currency trader

Foreign currency investment advisor

Managing, monitoring or evaluating international projects

International account executive

International loan officer

Natural resource policy analyst

Cultural resource specialist

Multicultural development officer

Cross-cultural trainer/ Inclusion officer

Corporate social responsibility officer

International purchasing agent

Consumer brand manager

Regional operations manager International management consultant

International advertising executive/Marketing specialist

Government officer Department of Foreign and Trade Affairs

International business analyst

International commodities trader

Community economic development advisor

Foreign service officer

Political campaign manager

International media planner

International real estate agent/broker

Foreign sales representative

International quality control auditor Program coordinator International partnerships

Country representative - Aid organization

Social impact researcher

Trade commissioner

Diplomat

Medical services researcher

Wire transfer specialist

Trade/Interest group lobbyist

Education abroad counselor


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AIESECAIESEC, the world's largest student organization, is the international platform for young people to

discover and develop their potential so as to have a positive impact on society.

Canadian Association of Importers and ExportersThe association works with embassies in Ottawa, Washington, and around the world tokeep you

informed about international trade issues and to represent your interests globally.

Canadian Society of Customs BrokersThe CSCB represents Canada's customs brokers. We actively seek and achieve improvements

in government policies and procedures on behalf of our members and their clients. International Business Careers and Jobs

The International Career & Job Website, your resource for the latest and best information on

preparing for, locating, and landing that international job or career you've been looking for.

Overseas JobsOverseasJobs.com features overseas and international job opportunities for professionals,expatriates and adventure seekers.

The WWW Virtual Library: International Affairs ResourcesInternet directory of over 2600 annotated links to high-quality English-language sources ofinformation and analysis in a wide range of international affairs, and international studies.

United Nations Conference on Trade and DevelopmentEstablished in 1964, UNCTAD promotes the development-friendly integration of developingcountries into the world economy.

Board of Trade of Metropolitan MontrealThe Board promotes the development of a strong, proud, representative and committedmembership. We also provide services designed to meet the needs of our members.

The Canadian Council for International Business

Forum for International Trade TrainingA non-profit organization established by industry and government, FITT develops international

business programs, sets competency standards, and designs the certification and accreditation

programs for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation.
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN MANAGEMENT?


Careers in Management can be found through entrepreneurial ventures, working for small and large organizations and in governmentalinstitutions. Often, Fortune 500 companies develop future leaders through their management trainee programs. Qualified managementgraduates find positions with hospitals, educational institutions, government offices, manufactures, retailers, customer service operatorsconsulting firms, etc.


Ability to work well with others and operate independently

At ease with computer software and the Internet for the purpose of business correspondence,proposals, and presentations

Ability to conduct effective research

Strong administrative, organizational and business writing skills

Business acumen

Budgeting, disseminating information, and delegating of tasks

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management, suppliers, andcustomers resourceful, takes initiative, tactful, and diplomatic


Account Manager

Airport Operations Coordinator

Assistant Executive Director

Assistant Executive Director

Business Analyst and Consultant

Business Development Assistant

Business Planner

Buyer

Client Services Associate

Crew Leader

Customer Service/Inside Sales Representative Executive Assistant

Internal Account Manager

Logistics Analyst

Management Advisor

Management Trainee

Merchandise Allocator

Procurement Agent

Product Manager

Public Relations Analyst

Researcher

Sales and Service Manager

Store Manager Strategic Planner

Warehouse Manager


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All Business:www.allbusiness.comAllBusiness.com is an online media and e-commerce company that operates one of the premier

business sites on the Web.

Canadian Association of Management Consultants:www.camc.comCMC-Canada fosters excellence and integrity in the management consulting profession as a

whole. CMC-Canada administers the CMC designation in Canada.

Canadian Institute of Management:www.cim.caThe Canadian Institute of Management is Canada's senior management association. The

Institute is dedicated to enhancing managerial skills and professional development. Canadian Management Centre:www.cmcamai.org

Canadian Management Centre has earned the reputation as a trusted partner in worldwide

professional development and management education that improves the immediate performance

and long-term results of over 12,000 Canadian individuals and organizations every year.

Commerce Entrepreneurs and Management Association:www.gocema.comThe Concordia Entrepreneurship & Management Association is a non-profit, student-run

organization serving the interests of management students on campus.

International Association of Assembly Managers:www.iaam.orgIAAM Active members include managers and senior executives from auditorium, arenas,

convention centers, exhibit halls, stadiums, performing arts theaters, and amphitheaters.

Workplace:www.workplace.caAcquire the skills you need to recruit, manage, and supervise in today's changing workplace.

Supply Chain and Logistics Canada (SCL):www.infochain.org
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12/19

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN MARKETING?


Marketing is concerned with the identification and assessment of consumer and industrial market needs and the development ofeffective marketing programs to meet those needs. Marketing careers are found in all types of industries including: manufacturing,wholesale and retail, transportation, insurance, hospitality, pharmaceutical and health care, government and nonprofit organizations.

What you need - Skills required Analyze and Interpret Data

Adaptable and flexible

Ability to Influence, Negotiate and Persuade

Creative and Innovative; able to think outside the box

Conduct and Apply Results of Consumer Research

Research skills

Knowledge of Effective and Innovative Marketing Strategies

Results-oriented

Understanding of Consumer Needs

Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation skills

Aptitude for selling

Entrepreneurial spirit

Leadership and Team building skills


Account Representative

Advertising / media sales

Event Planner / Coordinator

Comparison / Mystery Shopper

Consumer Affairs

Customer Service Manager/ Client Relations

Distribution / Retail/ Merchandising Manager

Fundraiser

International Marketer

Internet / E-Marketing Specialist

Writer / Editor

Marketing Consultant / Planner

Market Researcher / Analyst

Brand Manager

Risk management

Merchandise / Brand/ Product Manager

Pharmaceutical Sales

Promotions Director

Public Relations and Communications

Publisher Purchasing Agent/ Buyer

Real Estate Agent

Retail Manager

Sales Manager / Representative

Manager

Management Trainee

Product Specialist

Recruitment

Copywriter

Underwriter


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Canadian Marketing Association:www.the-cma.org

Association of Internet Marketing & Sales:www.aimscanada.com

Canadian Advertising Research Foundation:www.carf.ca

Advertising Standards Canada:www.adstandards.com

Marketing News Online:www.ama.org

Commerce Entrepreneurship and Management Association:www.gocema.com

The Canadian Institute of Marketing:www.cinstmarketing.ca

Strategy: The Canadian Marketing Report:www.strategymag.com

PROMO: Promotional Marketing Magazine:www.promomagazine.com

Retail Council of Canada:www.retailcouncil.org

Canadian Association of Marketing Research Organizations:www.camro.org

Sales and Marketing:o www.grenier.qc.cao www.infopressjobs.como www.topreps.com

Communications:o www.mediajobsearchcanada.como www.isarta.com

Marketing Magazine:www.marketingmag.ca
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION

SYSTEM?


Careers in Decision Sciences and Management Information Systems bring together skills in business, computers and quantitativeanalysis techniques. The focus behind these programs rests in the relation that exists between business processes, problem so lving,and current information technology. There is a high demand for qualified and competent information systems professionals in industrial,business, governmental, and educational organizations who have the skills to analyze, design, implement, and manage anorganization's information technology and systems.


Organizational and planning skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Leadership and communication skills

Ability to prepare technical reports and design effective systems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Attentive to detail

Ability to troubleshoot and accurately explain technical language

Multi-tasking skills Mathematical skills, logical, analytical and critical thinking skills

Research skills

Technical proficiency and aptitude

Ability to work well under pressure

Abstract and formal reasoning

Knowledge of programming language concepts and operating systems


Account Management

Business Analyst

Systems / Database/Analyst Commercial Development

Corporate Information Manager

Cost Analysis

Systems Administrator

Consultant

E-Business Developer

Instruction / Training

Quality Control / Analyst

Chief Information Officer

Logistics

MIS Management

Network Design

Operations/ Risk Management

Production Coordination

Project Leader/ Specialist/ Manager

Change / Content Management

Process Analyst

IT Manager / Team Lead

IS Manger

Systems Support / integration

Technical sales


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Canadian Information Productivity Awards (CIPA):www.cipa.com

Association of Information Technology Professionals:www.aitp.org

Information Week Online:informationweek.com

Society for Technical Communication:www.stc.org

Information Technology Association of Canada:www.itac.ca

Institute for Information Technology:http://iit-iti.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

International Association for Computer Information Systems:www.iacis.org

Institute of Certified Management Consultants of Canada:www.camc.com

IT World:www.itworld.com

Techvibes:www.Techvibes.com

RECRUTECH:www.recrutech.ca

CareerBuilder:www.careerbuilder.ca

Toronto Computer work:www.toronto.computerwork.com

IT Careers:www.it-careers.ca

Canadian Association of Advanced Technology:www.cata.ca

Canada IT:www.CanadaIT.com

Information Technology Association of Canada:www.itac.ca
http://www.cipa.com/http://www.cipa.com/http://www.cipa.com/http://www.aitp.org/http://www.aitp.org/http://www.aitp.org/http://informationweek.com/http://informationweek.com/http://informationweek.com/http://www.stc.org/http://www.stc.org/http://www.stc.org/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.itac.ca/http://iit-iti.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/http://iit-iti.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/http://iit-iti.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/http://www.iacis.org/http://www.iacis.org/http://www.iacis.org/http://www.camc.com/http://www.camc.com/http://www.camc.com/http://www.itworld.com/http://www.itworld.com/http://www.itworld.com/http://www.techvibes.com/http://www.techvibes.com/http://www.techvibes.com/http://www.recrutech.ca/http://www.recrutech.ca/http://www.recrutech.ca/http://www.careerbuilder.ca/http://www.careerbuilder.ca/http://www.careerbuilder.ca/http://www.toronto.computerwork.com/http://www.toronto.computerwork.com/http://www.toronto.computerwork.com/http://www.it-careers.ca/http://www.it-careers.ca/http://www.it-careers.ca/http://www.cata.ca/http://www.cata.ca/http://www.cata.ca/http://www.canadait.com/http://www.canadait.com/http://www.canadait.com/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.canadait.com/http://www.cata.ca/http://www.it-careers.ca/http://www.toronto.computerwork.com/http://www.careerbuilder.ca/http://www.recrutech.ca/http://www.techvibes.com/http://www.itworld.com/http://www.camc.com/http://www.iacis.org/http://iit-iti.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/http://www.itac.ca/http://www.stc.org/http://informationweek.com/http://www.aitp.org/http://www.cipa.com/


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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS?


Supply chain management is a total systems approach taken by companies, suppliers, and partners to deliver manufactured productsand services to the end customer. Information technology coordinates all elements of the supply chain from sourcing parts tocoordination of retailers to achieve a level of integration that results in a competitive advantage not available in traditional logisticssystems.


Analytical/ problem solving skills

Management and Leadership skills

Technical proficiency

Report Writing

Decision Making Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Leadership and Motivation

Negotiation Skills

Organizational & Planning Skills

Critical Thinking

Stress Management Skills Supervising/ Managing/ Leadership skills

Workplace Math

Attentive to detail

Ability to motivate


Planning Analyst

Head Manager - Prepared Foods

Customer Service Representative (Buyer)

Manager, Optimization

Supply Chain/Logistics Manager Quality Assurance Analyst

Assistant Operations Manager

Construction Coordinator

Assistant Purchasing Manager

Business Development Officer

Business Analyst

Consultant

Operations Management Analyst

Process Improvement Manager

Process Manager

Production Planner

Project Controls Analyst Project Manager

Workgroup Consultant

Operations Manager / Coordinator

Materials Manager

Operations Management Consultant

Production Manager / Planner

Process Improvement Consultant

Purchaser / Buyer

Project / Product Manager

Industrial Distributor

Logistics Coordinator


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Quality Control

POS Management

Inventory Specialist / Analyst

Operations / Production Management

Optimization Specialist

Supply Chain Analyst

Operations Assistant

Procurement Agent

Inventory / Distribution Coordinator

Risk Management Consultant Staff Consultant

Capacity Planning and Scheduling Analyst

Solutions Analyst

Materials Manager

Transportation trainer

Importer/ Exporter

Inventory Control

Companies you could work for:

Pratt & Whitney, Bombardier, Department of Transportation, Toyota, Domtar, Via Rail, LOreal, Rona Depot, Molson, Aldo, CN,

Cascades, GE, Honeywell, Abitibi-Consolidated.


Supply Chain Council CSCMP Supply Chain Quarterly:www.cscmp.org

Supply Chain Management Review:www.scmr.com

Achieving SC Excellence through Technology:www.ascet.com

Supply & Demand Chain Executive:o www.sdcexec.como www.supply-chain.org

Supply Chain & Logistics Council of Canada:www.sclcanada.org

NASSTRAC:www.nasstrac.org

International Warehouse Logistics Association:www.iwla.com Department of Transportation:www.dot.gov

Bureau of Transportaiton Statistics:www.bts.gov

Customs & Border Patrol:www.customs.gov

Defense Logistics Agency:www.dla.mil

About:Logistics & SCM:www.logistics.about.com

Freightworld:www.freightworld.com
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MBA DEGREE?





For more information


The Master of Business Administration degree is a masters level general degree in business. As such successful completion of an MBAcan lead to rewarding careers in various industries. Some of the more common ones include:Accounting, Aerospace/Aviation, Banking, Consumer Products, Energy/Natural Resources, FinancialServices/Institutions, Government/Education, IT/Telecom/Electronics, Marketing, Management Consultant, Manufacturing, Non-profitorganizations, Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology, Telecommunication and Transportation


Ability to implement solutions to problems

Analytical and strategic abilities

Approachable/charismatic

Communication skills written and oral

Computer knowledge

Conflict resolution Creative problem solving

Critical thinking

Cross-cultural awareness

Decision-making

Emotional Intelligence

Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project planning and time management

Quantitative skills

Strong values and ethics

Understanding of primary business functions


Positions that some of our recent MBA graduates have been hired into include:

Brand Manager

Business Analyst

Business Consultant

Director of: Communications, Human Resources, Marketing, IT, Operations

Entrepreneur/Small Business Owner

General Manager

Investor Relations

Marketing Manager

Operations Manager Product Manager

Project Manager

Quality Control Analyst

Relationship Manager

Sales Manager

Senior Analyst

Underwriter
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Career Journal, the Wall Street Journal executive career site

CareerJet

Eluta

Indeed

MBA Depot

MBA Jungle

MonsterTrak

National Association of Women MBAs(NAWMBA)

National Black MBA Association

National Society of Hispanic MBAs(NSHMBA)

Quebec MBA Association

Top MBA

Vault

Workopolis - Campus

For more information, please contact:

Career Management ServicesJohn Molson School of BusinessConcordia University

1450 Guy street (Corner of de Maisonneuve blvd.)MB 4.301Montreal, QC H3G 1N2

Tel: (514) 848-2424 Ext. 4245Fax: (514) 848-4298E-mail:[email protected]

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