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In this course, the student will be introduced to fundamental accounting principles, concepts and techniques. This course will focus on double-entry bookkeeping and the preparation of financial statements focusing on corporations. Period end processes, such as adjusting accounts, and the closing process are also discussed. The result is a complete presentation of the accounting cycle for service and merchandise businesses. Throughout the course, interpreting financial statements from a non-accounting manager perspective will be included.
In this course, the student will develop a basic understanding of the structure and concepts of the Canadian income tax system and its administration for individuals and corporations. The student will learn how income and tax are calculated for individuals, corporations, and will be introduced to planning principles for tax strategies. The student will apply their knowledge by performing calculations to solve practical problems and case analyses. This course provides the student with a practical knowledge base in accounting and the financial services.
Management Information Systems (MIS) examines people, processes and technology in an organizational context. MIS deals with how organizations and individuals use systems, how systems can benefit organizations, and how to manage this widespread technology. This course will provide the student with an introduction to the role of information systems in business, information technology, hardware, software, data resource management, telecommunications and networks, and the Internet. The student will also learn about the new information technology infrastructure, systems development, systems security and control, and higher-level information systems. Through discussion and practice, the student will discover how systems thinking is used as an approach to problem-solving and how people and technologies work within the context of larger systems.
This course builds on the knowledge the student developed in the Accounting Fundamentals course. It begins with a detailed view of adjusting and closing entries followed by an examination of inventory costing methods and accounts receivable, short-term notes receivable, capital assets and current liabilities. Accounting for partnerships along with an introduction to corporation accounting covering the issuance of shares and dividends will also be examined in this course. Other topics covered include accounting for non-current liabilities and the statement of cash flows.
This course moves beyond the fundamental accounting processes of the introductory courses. The student will learn about measurement, valuation and the presentation of all balance sheet elements. The importance of user objectives in financial reporting and a professional’s responsibility to society are discussed. The student will learn how to develop comprehensive financial statements for public companies and will participate in broad discussions on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE). The remainder of the course will cover the variety of accounting policy choices that are available to measure and value assets and the criteria used to make those choices. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to properly measure and value balance sheet elements using appropriate standards, recognize situations where choices between accounting policies exist, evaluate the choices, and prepare recommendations. The student will also learn to develop professional rapport and client service skills.
This course will build upon accounting principles, concepts, and processes introduced in Accounting Fundamentals and Financial Accounting. In this applied course, you will enter transactions, prepare journal entries and adjustments, and prepare financial statements for a variety of accounting transactions using accounting software. You will also learn basic automated accounting setup. Knowledge gained in this course is transferable to all computerized accounting solutions.
In this course, the student will continue to learn about measurement, valuation and presentation of liabilities and shareholders’ equity. In class, we will cover current and long term liabilities, shareholders’ equity, complex debt and equity instruments, leases, income taxes, pensions and accounting changes. We will continue our study of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and introduce financial statement analysis concepts and methods. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to properly measure and value balance sheet elements using appropriate generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This course may be used as a transfer credit into other educational institution programs or towards a program of professional studies (e.g. CPA) provided a satisfactory level of achievement is obtained. The student will also learn persuasiveness, negotiation skills, and client service skills to connect with a broad client base and manage their professional reputation.
This course will introduce the student to various cost terms and concepts. Job-order and process costing (e.g. weighted average method) will be covered. The student will perform Cost-Volume-Profit analyses and breakeven calculations as well as a comparison between variable costing and absorption costing methods. Activity-based costing and budgeting will also be explored in class. Other topics that will be covered in this course include standard costs, flexible budgets and analysis, decentralization, and relevant costs for managerial decision-making.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the complexities of the Canadian business environment. Exposure to business frameworks, accounting, finance, marketing, management, human resource management and operations management will be provided. Special emphasis is placed on small business; the driver of the economy and creator of most new jobs. The course will include case studies, applications, and analyses of Canadian businesses.
This course introduces the student to the importance of designing, gathering, and analyzing research in order to make better business decisions. It is their first step in learning how to perform a detailed data analysis. Through classroom lecture and discussions, the student will explore the research process by focusing on monitoring key performance indicators, problem definition, hypothesis formulation, and variable types and data sources. By the end of this course, the student will be able to analyze data, interpret their findings, and present the results of their research.
This course will provide the student with an introduction to the economic, political, and cultural factors that influence the international marketplace. Through discussion and practice, the student will learn how to apply international business theory as it relates to current trends and practices in international business. The student will also develop a global perspective on business and acquire the intercultural awareness skills required to work in an increasingly global and diverse workplace.
This course focuses on data, statistical analysis, and reporting to help investigate and analyze business performance, provide insights, and drive recommendations to improve performance. Students will learn to use insights from data utilizing Excel. Applications include summarizing data, inference, hypothesis testing, and single variable linear regression and correlation.
This course provides a course credit within the Business Administration program to recognize course work completed at Red River College or another post-secondary institution. The course taken must be at a level equivalent to courses offered in the second year of Business Administration and must examine relevant business-related subject material not currently included as a component of the Business Administration program. A student is not eligible to receive both a Students' Association credit and a Business Administration General Studies credit.
This course will engage the student in an immersive experience with faculty, students and representatives from an international institute or organization in one of Canada’s trading partner nations. The course includes academic study, where the student will learn a global approach to business, innovation and entrepreneurship. The student will extend their learning through field study, visiting enterprises to learn about their operations, challenges and innovative approaches, while examining similarities and differences in environments. The student will broaden their world view by engaging with a diverse team to develop an entrepreneurial solution for a real life situation.
This intensive course will provide the student the opportunity to collaborate with a team of students, faculty and community representatives to explore innovative and transformative solutions to complex social and/or environmental issues. The student will conduct research to gain perspective of the issues, engage in community fieldwork, and develop a proposal to promote systems change.
Applied Projects prepares the student to engage as a consultant in client based projects requiring cross-functional teamwork while meeting client requirements and providing client deliverables agreed to in the project charter. The student will be assigned to project teams. Each project team will be given a business case developed by the client that will require each project team to develop and present their research and their proposed solution to the client at the end of the term. The student will learn to evaluate, analyze, plan, research, model, design, document, develop and manage a solution based project and how to organize and present project results. The course also provides practice to further develop interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills through teamwork and collaboration with project stakeholders. All team members will enhance their critical thinking, problem solving, research, independence, and life-long learning skills.
Applied Projects prepares the student to engage as a consultant in client based projects requiring cross-functional teamwork while meeting client requirements and providing client deliverables agreed to in the project charter. The student will be assigned to project teams. Each project team will be given a business case developed by the client that will require each project team to develop and present their research and their proposed solution to the client at the end of the term. The student will learn to evaluate, analyze, plan, research, model, design, document, develop and manage a solution based project and how to organize and present project results. The course also provides practice to further develop interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills through teamwork and collaboration with project stakeholders. All team members will enhance their critical thinking, problem solving, research, independence, and life-long learning skills.
This experiential, project-based course explores how individuals and organizations can make a positive impact on the world. The student will learn innovative strategies and processes used by market-based, government, and non-profit organizations to address complex economic, social and environmental problems. Working individually or in collaboration in groups, the student will use these methods to develop a new venture with a positive social or environmental impact.
In the final semester, this program capstone will integrate and apply the knowledge gained by students throughout the program to assess the strategy of a business. Determining the ramifications of the strategy and how it impacts the business both short and long term is critical to business success. Through group case studies and simulations, students will focus on how an effective strategy provides a clear roadmap, consisting of guiding principles that define and prioritize actions organizations should take to achieve desired goals given the external environment, internal resources, and the needs of multiple stakeholders.
In this course the student will develop an understanding of the legal rights and responsibilities attached to a wide range of activities necessary to conduct business and commerce. The goal of this course is to teach the legal aspects and consequences of various business endeavours and to introduce the following areas of law: contract, tort, property, and case analysis using legal writing.
A practical opportunity for the student to realistically develop a detailed program or plan for a small business of their own. Students will increase their understanding of what it takes to succeed in an entrepreneurial career and create a comprehensive business plan for their new venture concept. The venture can be a completely new business idea, the development of a franchise, the purchase of an existing business, the succession of a family business or expansion of an existing business. The final business plan is developed, designed, written and printed entirely by the participant.
This course focuses on innovation and entrepreneurial skills vital for success as a startup business or within larger organizations. The student will learn innovation, ideation, and business modeling strategies as well as obtain opportunities to explore and connect with Manitoba’s entrepreneurial community. New venture proposals will be tested through validation techniques, building of a minimal viable product and a feasibility report. The student will also learn and practice effective pitching techniques.
This course will acquaint students with significant domestic and global issues facing Canadian organizations. Using historic and current events, this course examines the ethical, social, technological, and sustainability challenges confronting the world and how these affect organizations. Students will answer the questions: “What does it mean to be a responsible business in a constant state of flux?”, and “How does a responsible business adapt?”
This course serves as an introduction to the field of organizational behaviour with a specific focus on how individuals work together within organizational systems to achieve common goals. The student will study the impact individuals and groups have on the organization through a wide breadth of theories and applications. Topics include dealing with different personalities, diversity, innovation, adaptability, Emotional Intelligence (EI), group dynamics, perception and decision-making, conflict, and ethics. The student will study and develop an awareness of how these topics can create an effective work environment and cultivate positive organizational citizenship.
Everyone communicates, but are they doing it well? Communicative competence takes practice and self-awareness. In this foundational course, students will learn through discovery and project-based activities to practice approaching situations critically and collaboratively. By developing their communication skills, students will improve their interpersonal ability, intercultural competence, and digital fluency to prepare for success in the workplace and beyond. The strategies students will gain in this course will be useful throughout their program and in their chosen industry.
This course further develops the student's communication skills as they apply to the world of business. The student will learn to select appropriate modes of communication and practice with applying different types of strategies in managing client relationships and building networks. The significance of teamwork in business through participation in group work will be examined. The student will also practice and develop client interview skills applicable in all areas of business to support internal and external customer service, problem solving, needs assessment and sales. Technologies will be explored including the application of Customer Relationship Management (CRM). The student will also submit a series of documents used in business communication.
In this business-sector communication course, students will continue to develop their ability to communicate effectively with their peers and stakeholders. Students will strengthen their collaboration skills to accomplish shared goals and practice negotiation and persuasion in a team context to reduce, prevent, and manage conflict. Through engaging project-based learning, students will also demonstrate their ability to collect, manage, and share information across various communication channels. These skills will prepare students for real world challenges and opportunities in business providing them essential tools to succeed in their professional careers.
Human Resources (HR) communication impacts employee engagement, productivity, and organizational success. This course will build on the skills taught in earlier communication courses by focusing on the purpose, audience, context, and tone in HR-specific contexts. Students will apply communication techniques to HR activities including recruiting and orientation, preparing HR documents and policies, and explaining complex HR concepts. Students will tailor messages for diverse audiences and communicate strategically across a variety of formats and multiple communication channels. The course will require students to practice active listening, coaching, and delivering difficult messages.
Integrated Marketing Communications links all forms of communications and messaging in a marketing campaign to ensure clarity, consistency, and maximum impact. In this course the student will evaluate the strategic roles of a variety of communications, identify target customers, communicate brand awareness and create communications. The student will also work in teams to collaboratively develop an integrated marketing campaign. The student will also explore the customer journey, storytelling, and writing communications for messages for target audiences. Learning experiences will incorporate lecture, discussion, group project, presentations, and case study methodology.
This course is offered in a blended format featuring online content with in class workshops on current topics in computing. This is a hands-on course where the student will develop skills in the use of Windows, Word, and PowerPoint, advanced skills in Excel and exposure to relational databases. A final project integrates these applications.
This course introduces the student to the principles of economic theory through discussion and application of the economic concepts that will help the student improve their problem-solving and decision making skills. Course content will focus on supply and demand, elasticity, market structures, monetary systems, economic growth, and international trade. Alternative economic systems and economic reconciliation will also be discussed.
Starting with the history of insurance, this course will guide the student through the common definitions, functions, and major classes of insurance. General knowledge of all major areas of insurance is provided, including personal and commercial insurance, legal liability insurance, automobile insurance (e.g., MPI), and accident and sickness insurance. The student will also learn about insurance contracts and will examine various insurance licensing regulations and laws.
In this course, students will develop the business communication and client relationships skills required for success in financial services sales. Through classroom discussions and simulated activities, students will hone their questioning and listening, verbal and non-verbal, and collaboration skills. Students will also be introduced to different careers in sales related to the financial services sector. This course is the first of two sales courses required for the Financial Services major.
The Life License Qualification Program prepares the student for a career in the life insurance and accident and sickness insurance areas of the financial services industry. This course uses the materials from he Investment Funds Institute of Canada Harmonized Life License Qualification Program, which covers segregated funds and annuities, accident and sickness insurance, term and permanent life insurance, and the role and responsibilities of an agent. Case studies and discussions will be used for to apply knowledge. After the course, the student can seek to become a certified Life Insurance agent by writing industry exams.
In this introductory course, the student will identify, define, and explain the essentials of commercial property insurance. Critical concepts will be identified to underwrite commercial insurance, as well as describe specialized insurance products important to business owners such as crime and business interruption insurance. At the end of the course, the student will write industry recognized exams. Completion of the Fundamentals of Insurance and Commercial Insurance courses will provide a solid base for employment and eventual licensing in the property and casualty insurance industry.
This course is the second of the two required sales courses for the Financial Services major. Through discussion and practice, the student will develop the ability to perform successfully in an introductory sales role in the financial services sector. This course integrates communications skills with a structured sales process that begins with uncovering a client's needs and ends with closing the sale.
This course will introduce interpersonal and business-to-business selling approaches as well as application of tactical and strategic selling skills essential for achieving career success. The course focuses on the establishment and maintenance of profitable long-term customer relationships. The student will identify target market opportunities, engage with prospective customers and demonstrate sales techniques using role plays. The student will also learn to design a sales pipeline customer relationship management (CRM), populate it with prospects, and create interactions with customers.
Throughout this course, students will be given information and exercises that are relevant to the work of mutual funds salespeople. The sequence of instruction parallels the process that one will follow much of the time with clients. Students will learn to analyze case studies to put knowledge into practice. With the opportunity to practice and apply knowledge, students will participate in a mock client multi-stage project that provides a challenge to integrate many relevant skills. Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to write the Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) exam delivered through the Investment Funds Institute of Canada (IFIC).
The student will learn basic financial concepts that help managers and entrepreneurs make sound decisions in start-ups, and small to medium sized business. The course focuses on finance fundamentals, such as financial ratios, sources of financing for specific purposes and their associated costs, cash flow, taxation and working capital management. The student will explore concepts of cash management services and products, components of the cash conversion cycle, and financing options. The concept of risk versus reward will be emphasized with a focus on overall costs and returns to a business.
This course introduces the student to the comprehensive responsibilities of Human Resource Management in today’s evolving and diverse business environment. The student will learn how Human Resource Managers apply best practices, provide value, manage the global marketplace, and oversee talent in the workplace. Specific emphasis will be placed on the topics of recruitment, job analysis, legal compliance, human capital, training, performance management, and building and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
This course offers a dynamic approach to learning where the student is encouraged to discuss and evaluate current events in Human Resource Management that impact the formulation and administration of policy. Applying theoretical concepts and personal experience, the student will participate in a variety of learning activities including discussion sessions, lectures from industry, case studies, role-plays and simulations. Topics include disability management, accommodation, return to work, wellness, workforce diversity, HR systems, change management, policy development and implementation, and privacy issues.
This course will provide a conceptual understanding of the staffing function in the human resources management department. The student will learn recruitment sourcing, selecting, hiring, and on-boarding techniques to address organizational needs. The student will also learn the benefits of workplace diversity, inclusion and equity and how to apply these principles to recruitment and selection processes. Social media and network platforms will be used to develop proactive recruitment and acquisition techniques. The student will participate in mock recruitment and interviews to learn best practices and follow workplace policies for selection and hiring. The student will also learn to evaluate existing staffing programs for efficiency and legal compliance.
This course will examine the connection between learning and development and the strategic goals of an organization. The student will learn to review job analyses to determine the need for training and development, plan internal and external methods of delivery, and determine ways to measure the effectiveness of programs. The student will identify conditions for effective training, and design and deliver training initiatives using best practices. The student will explore a variety of training methods to meet the needs of diverse audiences and types of work, and how to provide accommodations to meet the needs of learners. This course will utilize technologies that support, track and report the progress of employee training and development.
As part of an organization’s overall strategic human resources framework, a competitive compensation strategy is vital to attracting and retaining employees with the necessary skills and abilities while aligning employee and organizational goals. This course provides the student with a framework for the creation and evaluation of effective compensation systems that support organizational strategies through effective decision analysis, job evaluation, job analysis, salary surveys, labour market data analysis and internal/external equity alignment. Topics also include legal compliance, motivational theories, pension plans, recognition and reward programs, performance management, termination, and emerging trends/issues in compensation and benefits.
In this capstone course the student will apply the competencies gained in prior courses taken in the Human Resource Management stream. Working in a team, the student will demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the collaborative development of a strategic plan. The student will apply skills related to strategic planning including forecasting workforce supply and demand, implementation of HR information management systems and analytics, and other current trends in HRM. This course culminates in a presentation of their team's strategic plan.
This course explores contemporary labour relations in Canada. The student will explore the interactions between employers and employees with specific emphasis and a deeper focus on management-union relationships. Major topics include the Canadian labour market, the history of unions, labour legislation, the negotiation process, collective agreements and collective bargaining processes, dispute resolution methods, and contract administration. The student will learn to develop their communication, collaboration and negotiation skills through mock negotiation and bargaining processes.
This foundational course demonstrates the importance of mathematics in today’s business environment. Through a modular design, the student will explore the terminology, characteristics, and calculations of business measures as they relate to general business skills, accounting, human resource management, logistics, marketing, and financial services
In this course, the student will learn how to calculate compound interest and the time value of money involving single payments and annuities. The student will also explore the topics of leasing, renting, mortgages, investing and borrowing, marketable bonds, and capital decision-making.
In this course, the student will apply advanced statistical and decision-making techniques to a wide variety of business scenarios. The student will be taught how to build predictive models using correlation and regression techniques while assessing the validity of these models. Methods for predicting future sales will be explored in this course, along with the application of logical decision-making and decision optimization. The topic of quality control is introduced through discussion on Total Quality Management (TQM) practices.
This course will serve as a strategic and operational view of how entrepreneurs undertake managing their business. It will introduce the concepts of self-employment, small business start-up, and an initial business plan. The goal of this course is to give the student an understanding of all considerations involved in entering independent business and the steps involved in starting a new venture. The student will have the opportunity to develop their skills in problem solving and decision-making in an applied practical environment.
This course introduces students to the concepts of management in today’s ever changing business environment. The student will examine the multi-faceted role of managers and leaders within organizations. The course covers leadership, motivation, adaptability, innovation, empowerment, control, and planning for operating in an ever changing economic and political climate. The student will develop skills in management, in light of sustainability and ethical and diversity issues, within a competitive climate.
This course focuses on the high level role that marketing plays in strategic planning and organizational management. This course takes a student-centred approach to the current customer-focused marketing landscape in today’s digital and global world. The student will gain an in depth understanding of the marketing mix and the impact these elements have on the marketing process. The student will apply the broad framework of market segmentation using the concepts of segmentation, targeting and positioning (STP). The student will segment a market by organizing the market into groups, use targeting to send a message to potential segments, and use positioning to identify how customers view a product or service.
Digital marketing has redefined how customers interact with businesses. This course provides an introduction to the foundations of the marketing of goods and services through the use of digital marketing. The student will apply key digital marketing strategies and practices using online platforms, social media platforms, email marketing, analytics dashboards. The student will learn to write copy for web and social media, implement Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and manage website and content. The student will also explore Design Thinking and User Experience (UX) to better understand the consumers' needs and create innovative solutions.
Marketing research is integral to the development and ongoing assessment of a marketing strategy. Students will collaborate in planning, analyzing, evaluating, and presenting marketing research to make better business decisions. Using analytics dashboards, questionnaire design workshops, and statistical software, students will demonstrate the practical application of research toward marketing problems and opportunities.
Global commerce has changed dramatically in just one generation due to disruptors such as the Internet, smart phone technology, integrated communications and social media. International Marketing explores the impact of these phenomenon by examining both domestic and global marketing environments. With emphasis on the mechanics and methodologies of marketing to an international consumer base, the course also explores the influence of geography, culture, geopolitics and infrastructure on the world’s financial leaders. As well, this course also explores issues such as tariffs, currencies, import duties and trading blocks, and their impact on Canada and from a world perspective.
Event planning, management, and promotion as well as experiential marketing are some of the skills the student will acquire in this contemporary course. The primary focus of this course is on the strategic design and implementation of practical event marketing methodologies for sports, arts and entertainment, cultural events and festivals, along with strategic direction specific to non-profits. These concepts are applicable to sponsorship, corporate partnerships, promotions and paid media functions. The student will gain insights and practical knowledge about the integrated world of marketing in relationship to events, along with a foundational understanding and the applied skills employers value.
The service and not-for-profit sectors represents over 70% of Canada’s economy and the likelihood of one working within these sectors is very high. The student will explore how marketing decisions apply to the design, delivery and management of the target market’s service experience. The course will emphasize the importance of managing customer relationships and building loyalty using the customer management tools. Through discussion, case analysis and research, the student will develop the skills to successfully market and manage services.
Digital marketing has redefined how businesses interact with customers. Building on Digital Marketing 1, this course introduces and then allows you to explore various social media platforms then strategically select and implement off-site social media campaigns on a variety of platforms. You will develop a digital marketing campaign. Using a simulation you will implement, monitor and adjust paid advertising campaigns, online analytics portals, social media platforms, and pay-per-click samples to gain a deeper understanding of digital marketing in an applied setting.
Marketing Strategies is the application of marketing principles and research. Strategic marketing aims to reach prospective consumers and turn them into customers of the products or services the business provides. In this Capstone course, the student will develop analytical and decision-making skills using case studies to make sound and informed planning and marketing recommendations. The student will also work collaboratively in teams to develop a marketing plan, implement a digital marketing campaign and create engagements with prospective customers using a customer relationship management system.
This an optional credit that may be claimed by a student elected to one of the following positions within the Students' Association: President, Vice President Academic, Vice President Internal, or Vice President External Affairs. The student must complete the entire term of office (May 1st to April 30th of any given year) to obtain the Students' Association credit. A student is not eligible to receive both a Students' Association credit and a Business Administration General Studies credit. For more information on the positions within the Students' Association and how to run for election, please refer to their website https://rrcsa.ca/
This course focuses on the role of legislation and government initiatives in protecting the safety and health of workers. The student will learn the rights and responsibilities of employees, employers and supervisors in complying with safety and health legislation. The student will also explore the ways that Human Resources departments support health, safety and wellness committees and other initiatives in the workplace by writing policies, designing safety training, and assisting with discipline. The student will also learn how to motivate employees to work safely, create an emergency plan, and conduct a job hazard analysis for health and safety risk management. This course will also cover respectful workplace conduct and legislation and workplace harassment and violence prevention.
Hardware | Minimum Requirement |
Processor | Intel® Core™ i5 Processor or AMD equivalent |
RAM (memory) | 8 GB RAM |
Webcam | Integrated or external |
Headphones | USB, with integrated microphone |
Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11ac / n |
Ports | One USB 2+, HDMI |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
A complete list of awards, bursaries, and scholarships can be found at catalogue.rrc.ca/AvailableAwards
Awards are available to persons of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens and Manitoba residents who are presently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Manitoba public post-secondary institution in any program. You must maintain full-time status (60% or more course load) and be in need of financial assistance. Awards for college students are valued at a minimum of $2000.00 and students are eligible to reapply each year of their studies. Recipients may be considered for summer and part-time employment with one of the Business Council’s member companies. Applications are available from the Business Council's website at (www.businesscouncil.mb.ca). Please submit applications as soon as possible even if you are not yet registered for classes. Award application deadline is May31st.
Please contact us with any questions: bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca or (204) 942-3637.
This fund is made possible by a generous donation from The Joyce Family Foundation, which is committed to providing access to education for youth who face significant financial barriers and have demonstrated the ability to overcome obstacles and adversity. Ten bursaries, valued at up to $5,000 each, will be awarded annually to full-time students entering the first year of any full-time program at Red River College Polytechnic to cover tuition fees. The focus of this bursary program is to assist youth in care. Applicants for the Youth in Care Tuition Bursary will be given priority, with preference extended to Indigenous students. To be eligible, students must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a protected person as well as a resident of Manitoba and have graduated from high school within the last three years. Recipient selection will be based on a combination of demonstrated financial need, as determined by RRC Polytech, as well as a reference letter from an individual who is aware of the student's personal circumstances and can speak to their resilience in the face of adversity and potential for success in their post-secondary studies. Selected students must commit to working with a mentor throughout their studies. The deadline for applications for current or former youth in care is March 31st. Information and an application form (for the Youth in Care Tuition Bursary) is available from the Futures Forward website: Paying for Post-Secondary School | Futures Forward. Students who are not current or former youth in care are also welcome to apply, but they will be considered only after all Youth in Care applicants have been reviewed, provided they meet the other eligibility requirements and criteria. In this case the RRC Polytech General Application should be submitted, accompanied by the required reference letter. The application deadline is June 30th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.
An award valued at a minimum of $400 is available annually to a student who is currently enrolled in a full time certificate or diploma program at RRC Polytech, and is a dependent (defined as: an employee's or their spouse’s unmarried and financially dependent natural, adopted or step child or any other unmarried financially dependent child for whom you or your spouse has been appointed guardian and who is less than 25 years of age; or your spouse or common-law partner who is not engaged in full time employment and dependent on you for financial support) of an RRC Polytech employee (member of the MGEU bargaining unit). To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a one-page letter describing why they chose RRC Polytech, and specifically their program, for their post-secondary education, as well as their short- and long-term career goals. Also required is a statement from the RRC Polytech employee, including their full name, work address and phone number as well as the number of years they have been employed at RRC Polytech. Application deadline date is September 30th.
A $1000 scholarship shall be awarded annually to a student who is a resident of Canada, coming from a small rural community, who has enrolled full-time in the first year of any Red River College Polytechnic program. Selection will be based upon high academic standing as indicated by the high school transcript which must be included. Applicants must also provide a short statement discussing why they chose RRC Polytech and how they plan to be successful in transitioning into college life. If a tie for GPA occurs, the contents of the statement will be considered to select the successful recipient. The application deadline is August 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.
Removing the financial barriers to education, RRC Polytech has a minimum of nine one-year tuition bursaries (maximum $6500 each) available (three of which will be for Trades programs) to Youth in Care. Youth must meet College entrance requirements, attend full-time studies with a full-time course load and be in financial need. Information and an application form is available from the Futures Forward website: Paying for Post-Secondary School | Futures Forward .
One award, valued at $1000, is available annually for a student with a disability, registered with Student Accessibility Services or Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, who would benefit from assistive technology. Students must be eligible to continue in their program and demonstrate efforts in academic progress. They must also be ineligible for government assistive technology grants (e.g., Canada Student Grant), and not be sponsored by a government or community agency. To apply, students should write a brief letter, jointly with their Student Accessibility Services Accessibility Specialist or Deaf and Hard of Hearing Manager (when applicable), requesting the specific equipment/technology the student would like to obtain, and stating how that equipment will be beneficial. The letter should be submitted to the Student Accessibility Services Assistive Technologist. Deadline for applications is December 5th.
An award, valued at
$2500 is available to a full-time first-year Red River College Polytechnic student enrolled
in a program of two or more years in duration. The recipient will have their
award renewed for the additional years required for their same program, if the
criteria continue to be met each year. This award will support a student
who lives in Manitoba and has confidence in pursuing post-secondary education
with the intention of contributing to Manitoba’s economy after graduation.
A qualified candidate will:
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Be a Canadian citizen, and Manitoba high school graduate
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Have achieved a minimum 2.5 GPA or 65% or C+ average
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Have demonstrated financial need
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Maintain full-time studies
To be considered, an application should be submitted, accompanied by a birth certificate or citizenship card and a Manitoba high school transcript. This award will be available for the 2023/24 academic year. Application deadline is January 15, 2024. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.
Awards are available to persons of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens and Manitoba residents who are presently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Manitoba public post-secondary institution in any program. You must maintain full-time status (60% or more course load) and be in need of financial assistance. Awards for college students are valued at a minimum of $2000.00 and students are eligible to reapply each year of their studies. Recipients may be considered for summer and part-time employment with one of the Business Council’s member companies. Applications are available from the Business Council's website at (www.businesscouncil.mb.ca). Please submit applications as soon as possible even if you are not yet registered for classes. Award application deadline is May31st.
Please contact us with any questions: bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca or (204) 942-3637.
This is an $1000 award given annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional effort and/or the ability to lead, organize and engage students or members of the community in embodying the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, multiculturalism and social justice.
The successful recipient will be a community activist, advocate or leader who has worked for systemic changes at various levels and with various social identities in mind. Their advocacy may involve (but is not limited to): human rights, LGBTT* issues, anti-racism, anti-poverty, public health, non-violence, community-building and student engagement, or encouraging others on issues of social justice that impact the lives of students and the broader community.
Applications will be evaluated by the Selection Committee, based on the following criteria:
• Making a significant contribution to equity, inclusion and social justice through community engagement, either in specific positions of responsibility or while involved in organizing activities. (Requirements: Student statement and at least one reference letter)
• Engaging and inspiring other students or members of the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students or the general community.
• Financial need may also be considered. Applicants may choose to complete the financial section of the application, and/or include information.
All full-time and part-time Red River College students are welcome to apply. The general application form must be accompanied by a student statement and required letter(s) of reference in order to be considered. The deadline for applications is March 1st. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
An award valued at a minimum of $400 is available annually to a student who is currently enrolled in a full time certificate or diploma program at RRC Polytech, and is a dependent (defined as: an employee's or their spouse’s unmarried and financially dependent natural, adopted or step child or any other unmarried financially dependent child for whom you or your spouse has been appointed guardian and who is less than 25 years of age; or your spouse or common-law partner who is not engaged in full time employment and dependent on you for financial support) of an RRC Polytech employee (member of the MGEU bargaining unit). To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a one-page letter describing why they chose RRC Polytech, and specifically their program, for their post-secondary education, as well as their short- and long-term career goals. Also required is a statement from the RRC Polytech employee, including their full name, work address and phone number as well as the number of years they have been employed at RRC Polytech. Application deadline date is September 30th.
One award of $1000 will be awarded annually to a Red River College Polytechnic student who can demonstrate exceptional involvement in their community and/or college. A letter of reference verifying the applicant's involvement must accompany the application. The application deadline is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.
Four scholarships of $500 each will be awarded to international students, attending a post-secondary Red River College Polytechnic program on a full-time basis. The scholarships will be presented to the students who attain the highest GPA after their first term; applicants must have achieved a minimum 4.25 GPA after first term. A first term grade report should accompany the application, as well as a one-page statement outlining your experience thus far in Canada and at Red River College Polytechnic. In the event of a tie for GPA achieved after first term, the contents of the one-page statement will be considered to select the successful recipients. The application deadline is January 15th (students must apply while enrolled in their first year, with the exception of those students who have not yet completed their first term by January 15th). Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.
One award, valued at $1500 is available annually to assist a student with a disability or disabilities (documented physical, mental health, learning disabilities, chronic medical conditions as well as a vision and hearing loss). Students who are experiencing significant financial need, and are maintaining satisfactory academic progress, may be eligible to receive this award. Students may apply by speaking with an Accessibility Specialist in Student Accessibility Services or the Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services. The application must include a letter of support from the Manager/Accessibility Specialist the student is working with and an essay or summary from the student describing their situation/need. Submit the application to the Manager, Student Accessibility Services. Deadline for applications is December 5th.
Bursaries are available annually to assist students, who are clients of Student Counselling Services. Students who are experiencing financial hardship may be eligible to receive a bursary. Criteria:
•The student is eligible to continue in program
•The student has significant financial need that without assistance, may place them at risk for withdrawing from their program
•The student demonstrates efforts at academic progress
Maximum bursary is $500. Students may apply one time per year for a crisis bursary. No deadline date. Bursaries are available until limited funds expire. Inquiries should be directed to a manager or counsellor in Student Counselling Services.
The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died. The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Swan Lake, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large. Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement. The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization. In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship. Application deadline is January 31st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.
Awards are available to persons of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens and Manitoba residents who are presently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Manitoba public post-secondary institution in any program. You must maintain full-time status (60% or more course load) and be in need of financial assistance. Awards for college students are valued at a minimum of $2000.00 and students are eligible to reapply each year of their studies. Recipients may be considered for summer and part-time employment with one of the Business Council’s member companies. Applications are available from the Business Council's website at (www.businesscouncil.mb.ca). Please submit applications as soon as possible even if you are not yet registered for classes. Award application deadline is May31st.
Please contact us with any questions: bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca or (204) 942-3637.
Numerous awards with various values are available for Indigenous students pursuing full-time study in an eligible program with minimum two year duration. Applications deadlines are June 1, November 1 and February 1. Further information is available at www.indspire.ca. Applications are only accepted on-line and students will need to create a login.
The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died. The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Swan Lake, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large. Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement. The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization. In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship. Application deadline is January 31st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.