Sales and Event Coordinator

Sales and Event Coordinator

• Specialization: Sales and Event Coordinator

  Course Code	Course Name
  EMPL-100	Job Skills Development
  EMPL-105	Business Seminars
  EMPL-110	Cultural Essentials
  BSNS-105	Microsoft Word - Level 1
  BSNS-115	Microsoft Outlook - Level 1
  BSNS-120	Microsoft Excel - Level 1
  SEC-130	Sales Training
  BSNS-140	Event Coordinator
  SEC-150	Front Desk Clerk
  SEC-160	Budgeting
  EMPL-170	Career Development
  SEC-185	Introduction to Entrepreneurship Seminar
  SEC-195	Industry Certification Seminar
  SEC-200	Bridge to Employment Work Practicum

  • Job Skills Development

    This course provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to acquire, retain and grow in a career. Students will develop transferable skills that employers look for when making hiring and promotional decisions. Topics covered in this course include professionalism, adaptability, planning and organization, numeracy, information security, safety and the use of office technologies.

    Course Code: EMPL-100
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 70
    

  • Business Seminars

    This course includes a variety of personal development seminars that enhance employability and career success. Through interactive and focused seminars, students will develop highly sought-after skills for employment while supporting their journey towards entrepreneurship. Seminar topics include handling difficult situations, stress management, teambuilding, conflict resolution, communication, professionalism and/or other business relevant topics.

    Course Code: EMPL-105
    Course Requirements: Job Skills Development

    Hours: 35
    

  • Cultural Essentials

    Cultural Essentials refers directly to the workplace experience and the values, attitudes and cultures that are common throughout places of work in Canada. Students will develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes that a new employee needs in order to build confidence and successfully adapt to Canadian workplace cultures. Topics include workplace communication, working with diverse individuals, professionalism, and health and wellness.

    Course Code: EMPL-110
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 80
    

  • Microsoft Word - Level 1

    This an intensive course that combines introduction and intermediate Microsoft (MS) Office applications and keyboarding. Students will learn to navigate Word, Excel and Outlook and integrate the features, functions, and timesaving shortcuts for each application. Students will practice formatting business documents (forms, reports, emails, spreadsheets and charts) and practice proofreading and document collaboration tools. Students will also have an opportunity to practice and build on their keyboarding skills during this course.

    Course Code: BSNS-105
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 35
    

  • Microsoft Outlook - Level 1

    During this hands-on course students will learn how to use Microsoft Outlook to compose, organize and respond to emails in a professional manner, as well a schedule tasks, meetings and manage contact lists. Students will also learn how to use time-saving keyboard shortcuts and proper keyboarding techniques.

    Course Code: BSNS-115
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 25
    

  • Microsoft Excel - Level 1

    During this hands-on course students will learn how to use Microsoft Excel to create, format, review and edit professional business spreadsheets. Students will learn the various functions and benefits that MS Excel provides in a business context and will practice spreadsheet formatting, data entry, filtering and sorting, using formulas, and creating and interpreting basic MS Excel charts and graphs.

    Course Code: BSNS-120
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 50
    

  • Sales Training

    This course will provide students the knowledge and practical tools to sell to the public in most industries and organizations. Students will gain confidence by learning proven techniques that address multiple scenarios when interacting with customers. Although specific occupations such as event coordinator, front desk and retail sales will be highlighted, students will recognize that all occupations require some level of this highly transferable and critical skill set.

    Course Code: SEC-130
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Event Coordinator

    An event coordinator reports to and assists the event manager in a range of activities involved in preparing for, implementing, and following up an event. Specific activities vary with the type and size of an event and may include research and planning, risk management, financial management, human resources, marketing, event design, site management, reporting and evaluation.

    Course Code: BSNS-140
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 100
    

  • Front Desk Clerk

    Front Desk Clerks work directly with the public, the hospitality industry being one example. These professionals are often the first impression that a new client has with the organization.

    In this course, students will be taught client services in reference to the hospitality industry. For example, how to provide guest services, work in a reception area of hotels, motels, resorts and other businesses or facilities. The position is challenging, varied and offers the opportunity to work flexible hours.

    Course Code: SEC-150
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 95
    

  • Budgeting

    In this course, students will learn how to plan, procure, implement and present a realistic and comprehensive budget with the needs of the client and organization in mind. Students will practice concepts such as estimation, risk management and ethical decision making based on case studies. Students are also introduced to basic financial concepts and terminology and how they relate when preparing an effective budget.

    Course Code: SEC-160
    Course Requirements: Microsoft Excel - Level 1

    Hours: 70
    

  • Career Development

    This course will provide students with the knowledge and tools to create professional cover letters, resumes, and portfolios specific to a job description and organization. Students will increase their confidence for future job interviews by practicing mock job interview sessions.

    Course Code: EMPL-170
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship Seminar

    This practical seminar introduces students to the relevant aspects of setting up a small business, with emphasis on the business plan. Students will learn the personal characteristics of a successful entrepreneur as well as how to identify if the business is viable.

    Course Code: SEC-185
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 20
    

  • Industry Certification Seminar

    Students who successfully complete the following seminars not only pass the course but can also include industry recognized certificates to their resume and/or LinkedIn portfolio:

    • Winnipeg Ambassador
    • Manitoba Service Excellence
    • Clean It Right
    • Emergency First Aid Level C & Level 1 AED
    • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

    Course Code: SEC-195
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 20
    

  • Bridge to Employment Work Practicum

    During this 120-hour practicum, students are provided the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge to meet the expectations of an employer in a real-life work situation. Students will observe and learn the daily routines and tasks organizational staff are responsible for, and have the opportunity to perform tasks as a member of their workforce.

    Course Code: SEC-200
    Course Requirements: Job Skills Development,Business Seminars,Cultural Essentials,Microsoft Word - Level 1,Microsoft Outlook - Level 1,Microsoft Excel - Level 1,Sales Training,Event Coordinator,Front Desk Clerk,Budgeting,Career Development,Introduction to Entrepreneurship Seminar,Industry Certification Seminar

    Hours: 120
    

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