Sales and Marketing Connections

Sales and Marketing Connections helps prepare internationally trained sales and marketing professionals for the Canadian job market quickly and effectively. The program is in partnership with Humber College.

To be eligible for the program, clients must reside in Ontario and hold valid Permanent Residence status etc. in Canada. See program full eligibility criteria for details.

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Program Components

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6-week program
Introduction to Sales & Marketing Sector in Canada through Humber College
Business and workplace communication training in a Canadian context
Project Management for Sales & Marketing Professionals: PMP Introduction + Exam Preparation (36 hours)
Experiential Learning
Future Skills Training
One-to-one support from an Employment Consultant who is knowledgeable about the sector

Program Benefits

Referrals to Speed Mentoring® and The Mentoring Partnership™
Effective job search strategies including market research techniques, resume development, interview skills and targeting your job search to companies that require your specific skills and experience
Referrals to job openings and connections to employers
Access to mentors who are professionals in your field
Invitations to attend recruitment and networking events
Practice creative thinking and creative problem solving
Post-hire support – job retention, business communication/language coaching

Program Eligibility

CLB Level 8 of higher preferred
Post-secondary degree or higher in the sales and marketing field or related discipline (business or commerce) from outside of Canada
Minimum of 3 years sales and marketing experience, or related work experience that features a transferable skill-set obtained outside of Canada
Must reside in Ontario