The Future of Work:

Building Skills and Bridging Gaps in
Business, Economics & Computing

Join a host of educators, authors, and thought leaders that will discuss topics related to the changing higher education landscape. We invite you to register for 1 or more of the 7 sessions, all registrants will be sent a session recording post-event! 

Session recordings
now available on-demand.

01.
Accounting

02.
Inclusive Access

03.
Economics

04.
Marketing

05.
Computer Applications

06.
Computer Applications

07.
Accounting

01. Performing Data Analytics – Step by Step

Time: 10:30am – 11:30am ET I Subject: Accounting


The ability to collect, synthesize and interpret data has become critical in many facets of our daily lives. The tools that are available to us now to perform data analytics give us visualizations and insights never seen previously. For students to be able to succeed in this current climate, they must be equipped with an understanding of how these tools can be used and the role they play.

Guest Speaker: Kim Trottier, Associate Professor, HEC Montreal

02. Keep I.T. SIMple – How SIMnet can make a difference for you.

Time: 10:30am – 11:30am ET I Subject: Computer Applications


Do your students need to be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite to be successful in their education and career? Are you looking for ways to incorporate one or more of these computer applications into your course delivery to bridge skills gaps and better prepare your students for their future?

Guest Speaker: Dr. Randy Nordell, Professor, American River College

03. Digital Credentials and Career Readiness

Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm ET I Subject: Computer Applications


The number of digital credentials issued in 2021 saw a 67% growth. Over the last decade, digital credentialing has become a major global trend in education and workforce development. Educational institutions have been developing and issuing shorter-form credentials in response to job market demands.

Guest Speaker: Frank Sorokach, Assistant Teaching Professor, Penn State University

04. Inclusive Access and the Impact on Student Outcomes

Time: 12:00pm – 12:45pm ET I Subject: Inclusive Access


Over the last several years, Inclusive Access course materials models have been growing across institutions in Canada. While the main benefit touted by these programs has been the reduced cost and increased access to course materials for students, little is known about the link between Inclusive Access and increased student outcomes.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Michael Moore, Research Scientist, University of New Hampshire

05. Foundations for Success in First Year Econ & Math with ALEKS

Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET I Subject: Economics


Throughout Higher Education, educators have recognized that incoming undergraduates struggle with math. To help boost student math skills, Economics instructor Robert J. McKeown from York University implemented AI to help bridge the math skills gap.

Guest Speaker: Robert McKeown, Associate Professor, York University

06. Data Analytics for Accounting: Best Practices for a Dedicated Course

Time: 2:15pm – 3:15pm ET I Subject: Accounting


Join our author team Vern Richardson, Ryan Teeter, and Katie Terrell during this webinar as they discuss where two specific courses fit into the Accounting curriculum, the resources available to teach these two dedicated courses, and how the innovative lab structure in each book provides hands-on experience with specific analytics techniques and technologies. Please attend to learn more about how to ensure student success post-graduation!

Guest Speaker: Vernon Richardson, Distinguished Professor, University of Arkansas

07. Agile Marketing in Disruptive Times

Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET I Subject: Marketing


As unprecedented changes shake up the business world and disrupt consumer behaviours, marketers are faced with ever-evolving challenges. This session will explore implications of these challenges for tomorrow’s Marketing graduates.

Guest Speaker: Shirley Lichti, Instructor, Wilfrid Laurier University: School of Business & Economics

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