What Students Say
Likes
- The infrastructure and overall course structure are amazing.
- There is enough engagement and a good study atmosphere.
Dislikes
- No placement guarantee
- Overall image of college is not of top/prominent.
I chose Canada for a good life for my offspring. UCW was selected due to the success rate of VISA applications. MBA was chosen due to it being aligned with my past experience.
Course Curriculum
The degree of relevance of this course outline is extremely significant since it is consistently modified to reflect the latest developments in the industry, changing technologies and new methods of doing business. My program emphasizes practical learning, with case studies and assignments that reflect real-world scenarios. We also have industrial exposure through guest lectures from industry experts, internships as well as joint projects with firms. Research experience is encouraged mostly in fields like business strategy, data analytics and innovation management which would help students to transfer their theoretical understanding into solving real-life corporate problems thereby making the syllabus practical-oriented and future-looking at the same time.
Faculty
The faculty has extensive experience and the low ratio of students to teachers enables students to receive personal attention and mentorship. Professors are easily approachable both inside and outside the classroom. Some faculty members are recognized for their expertise in business and industry connections, one of them is Dr. William Holmes, who brings real-world insights into strategic management. The faculty members of this institution make use of their professional connections to provide information and references to part-time or full-time kind of work. Their support fosters career growth alongside academic success.
Campus Life
The university known as Canada West (UCW) has two campuses, one located at West Pender and the other in Vancouver House. Both campuses provide modern amenities that include a library, high-tech classrooms, computer labs and student lounges. While UCW is an urban university it grants access to extracurricular activities through their student clubs, guest speaker events as well as professional networking opportunities. UCW organizes multiple events that enrich the student experience like career fairs or community engagement programs. Though sports facilities are not extensive, students can access nearby fitness centers and sports clubs in Vancouver for recreational activities.
Placement
Graduates often find roles in sectors like finance, marketing, and technology. Prominent companies that have recruited UCW graduates include Amazon, Salesforce, and IBM. The placement process typically involves networking events, career services support, and job fairs. The median salary for graduates is competitive.
Accommodation
I am staying in Burnaby, in a shared accommodation along with 5 other students. It is a bit on the expensive side, with monthly rent being CAD 730. I know other students who pay around CAD 650 for rent.
Exams
- An undergraduate degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent & IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0 is mandatory. My scores: IELTS: 8.5; CGPA: 3.1/4.33 - Grade 10 - 78%; Grade 12 - 84% B.Com - 76% Savitribai Phule University Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce - Requirements: Yes, I had to submit SoP and CV. For SoPs show why you are choosing Canada, the university and how it fits well into the overall structure of your career.
Fees
CAD 45000 + GIC of CAD 20000