PCDR

Further Education Information Sessions

Further Education Information Sessions are a strategic way to showcase your institution's post-grad diploma, certificate, or graduate programs to a targeted student audience and to meet with our enthusiastic and talented students.

 


Why Host A Further Education Information Session

 Raise Your Profile

Raise awareness of the program(s) you are recruiting for.

 Meet Candidates

Meet with qualified and engaged undergraduate students.

 Answer Questions

Answer questions from prospective applicants.

 

Further Education Information Sessions Include

All Further Education Information Sessions include:

  • Logistical planning for the session provided by the Events Coordinator.
  • Student registration system set-up and management.
  • Promotion to students and faculty through a variety of channels, ensuring exposure.
  • Final details information communicated in advance of the session, including registration update.
  • Day-of touchpoint with Event Coordinator to ensure success at your session.
  • Post-session follow-up with Event Coordinator.
  • In-person: Room booking in a space on campus.
  • Virtual: Flexibility to use your organization's preferred video communication platform or the University of Guelph-supported platforms (Microsoft Teams).
  • Cost: $175 + HST
    • Note: Costs for some room bookings, access to the AV console, and hospitality are the responsibility of the employer.
  • Exemptions:
    • This package is not available during the two-week window before the Further Education Fair hosted by the Experiential Learning Hub.

 

Further Education Information Session Dates

  • September to November
  • January to March
  • May to July

Note: There are peak times during each semester when students will be very busy with assignments, projects, and midterms.

 

Session Length and Timing

Further Education Information Sessions are typically booked for 1–1½ hours. Time of day can vary based on class schedules.  There is no ‘best’ time of day to host a session, however, we will work with you to find the best possible time of day.


 

Require more information about hosting a Further Education Information Session?

Contact Jennifer: careerevents@uoguelph.ca