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Registration deadline: WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

Please register early. These popular certifications fill up BEFORE the deadline date. The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 in Wines is an entry level qualification providing a straightforward introduction to wine. It is ideal for boosting the confidence of new or inexperienced front line staff in the hospitality and retail sectors.  It is also a great course for those wanting to know the main grape varieties and food and wine matching. This offering of the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines will take place Sunday, November 5, 2017.
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Employer Event: Nielsen Information Session

Nielsen is a global information and measurement company that studies consumers in more than 100 countries. Nielsen develops solutions for businesses of all sizes to help them meet the needs of today’s consumers. Nielsen's Employee Experience is a place where you can be yourself, make a difference and grow. Their associates represent the diverse consumers and markets that they measure. And, cultivating diversity and maintaining an inclusive work environment is crucial to their growth, strength and ability to innovate.

Career Workshop: Interview Skills Workshop

Understand what to expect in a professional job interview including structure, types of interview questions and how to effectively answer questions – even the challenging ones! This workshop is open to students in all majors and is part of the Career Development Program! To register for workshops – visit the Recruit Guelph website

Career Workshop: Resume and Cover Letter Building

Learn how to develop a professional business resume and cover letter – gain insight into industry best practices and what employers look for in a resume, including strategies on how to make your documents unique! This workshop is open to students in all majors and is part of the Career Development Program.  To register for workshops – visit the Recruit Guelph website

Employer Event: Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) Job Fair

Network and job search for full-time, part-time, summer, and co-op opportunities with 40+ employers from these following sectors and more: • Agricultural • Business • Environmental Dress professionally, be prepared, and bring updated copies of your resume Visit RecruitGuelph to register and for a list of employers attending this fair

Entrepreneurial Education at Guelph (2 dates)

What education do you need to start your own business?  Come to a Town Hall Meeting on Entrepreneurial Education at the University of Guelph. The College of Business and Economics is looking for input into the type of education you would find valuable in regard to starting and running new ventures. Pizza will be served!  

Entrepreneurial Education at Guelph (2 dates)

What education do you need to start your own business? Come to a Town Hall Meeting on Entrepreneurial Education at the University of Guelph. The College of Business and Economics is looking for input into the type of education you would find valuable in regard to starting and running new ventures.  Pizza will be served!

Fall Application Deadline: Hospitality Leadership Certificate

In partnership with Cornell University, the Hospitality Leadership Certificate is a unique opportunity to strengthen your managerial, finance and leadership skills through a relevant and multidimensional curriculum. This flexible, interactive and specialized professional development experience will advance your leadership skills and provide you with relevant skills to help boost your career within the hospitality industry.

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