UTP Stage II: Arts

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Arts is a first-year studies option that lets you explore social science and humanities program areas before applying to your program of choice for your second year. All courses that you successfully complete in the Arts program will be credited to the selected Ryerson University major. Students can also choose electives from a wide range of areas including marketing, human resources and business – many of which can lead to a minor.

Program transfer options include

• Environment and Urban Sustainability
• Politics and Governance
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Philosophy

Arts Program Structure
During the UTP Stage II: Arts program you will study courses that introduce you to a wide range of disciplines including psychology, philosophy, politics and environment.

Following the completion of the RUIC Stage II: Arts, including maintaining academic good standing and achieving any program-specific CGPA, students will progress to their chosen major at Ryerson University. Students must achieve a CGPA of 3.3 to progress into Psychology.

In this program, you’ll explore the interconnectedness of worldwide markets and acquire and cultivate the economic skills necessary to make strategic decisions from an informed global perspective. You can participate in local or international work placements, case studies, advanced analysis and computer simulations, and receive specialized training in economics, finance, mathematics and statistics, and will complete a required internship/co-op in a professional environment. You’ll graduate ready to provide advice and generate solutions in business, finance and government.

International Economics and Finance Sample UTP Stage II Structure
The UTP Stage II in International Economics and Finance is a combination of required courses and electives, designed to meet the curriculum requirements of the major program. Below is a sample schedule of courses you might take during the UTP.

Upon successful completion of the UTP Stage II:International Economics and Finance, including achieving a 2.67 CGPA you will transfer into the International Economics and Finance program at Ryerson University with 10.0 credits (one year) toward your degree. Once you have progressed to Ryerson, you will continue your studies with courses in mathematics for economics, academic research and writing and second year International Economics and Finance courses.

Study in the heart of Canada’s business district with faculty committed to groundbreaking teaching strategies that combine theory and practice. You’ll have access to industry experts, an optional co-op program, case competitions and networking events to strengthen and put your skills to work in professional environments.  

Select from seven innovative business majors to pursue the specialization that aligns with your interests:

• Economics and Management Science
  • In today’s highly technical and computerized world, acquiring timely and accurate business and economic data is essential for successful management decision-making. In this major you will become well-versed in economic analysis and quantitative skills, which are in high-demand in today’s fast-paced global economy.?
• Entrepreneurship Major
  • One of Canada’s leading Entrepreneurship programs with a large dedicated faculty and offering more undergraduate entrepreneurship courses than any other English language university in Canada. Prepare to start your own business, learn how to be entrepreneurial within existing organizations or help start-up ventures succeed.
• Global Management Studies Major
  • All businesses in today’s marketplace, whether they recognize it or not, are affected by events taking place globally. In this major you will acquire the managerial skills and cultural understanding required to function effectively in the new global business environment.
• Human Resources Management Major
  • Learn to manage a diverse workforce, recruit employees strategically, retain good personnel and train and develop your employees while fostering a fair, diverse, and ethical work environment.
• Law and Business Major?
  • The Law and Business major offers you the strongest integration of law and business among all Bachelor of Commerce programs in Canada. Gain a solid understanding of the many key legal issues in the corporate world, including contract negotiations, human resources, policy development and property transactions.
• Marketing Management Major
  • This is an exciting time to work in the field of marketing with all of the innovative new ways to engage with consumers. Learn how to interpret and respond to customer needs better than the competition by analyzing consumer trends, competitive activity and other factors.
• Real Estate Management Major
  • Real estate propels the local and national economy. Learn the skills that will allow you to flourish in the housing and commercial property arenas, such as real estate finance, property development, economics, sustainability and real estate law.

Business Management Program Structure? 
During the UTP Stage II: Business Management you will take a range of first year business and elective courses. Below is a sample of what your schedule might include. 
Upon successful completion of the UTP Stage II: Business Management, including achieving a 3.0 CGPA you will transfer into the Business Management program at Ryerson University with 10.0 credits (one year) toward your degree. Upon progression to Ryerson, you will take courses in Business Information Systems, Management Accounting, Applied Statistics, and second year Business Management courses.