University Canada West
University Canada West
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Description

University Canada West is a contemporary independent university located in the heart of vibrant Vancouver. Established in 2004, UCW offers a range of career-focused programs including the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication, Associate of Arts and Master of Business Administration. Courses are offered at our downtown Vancouver campus and online too. Offering courses online brings flexibility to education, allowing those who may not have otherwise had the opportunity to gain respected qualifications.

Recent experiences

MBA Graduate Financial Management and Planning Capstone

WORK 601

Flexible

The MBA Graduate Practicum Program (GPP) at University Canada West offers a unique Work-integrated Learning experience. In this program, employers have the opportunity to hire MBA students for roles that can be paid, unpaid, or stipend based. These positions require a student commitment of 12-24 hours per week, and require employers to provide mentorship throughout the process. For the Fall 2025 Term, which runs from September 29th to December 21st 2025, the program is set to place 8-10 students. Students are equipped with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles, capable of analyzing and managing investment portfolios, and adept in personal financial planning, including retirement strategies and understanding of taxation and risk.They gain expertise in the management of navigating regulatory frameworks and risk management practices, alongside a profound grasp of green and sustainable finance, focusing on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment decisions.  Participating in the MBA GPP presents employers with the opportunity to tap into a talent pool of seasoned MBA students. Employers can benefit from the fresh perspectives and up-to-date academic knowledge these students bring to tackle complex business challenges.  Application Process: Eva Peng (coordinator) will ask for a job description/project description to determine how closely it matches with the criteria for this level of MBA Placement. Project scope and details can be adjusted if necessary, and we ask you to carefully answer the screening questions. If your job/project description is a good fit for the program, students will be invited to apply to the Project on Riipen, between August 27th - September 20th. *** Please note that your Project might not receive applications*** Accept or decline the student's application within 5 days of receiving Begin work with the student starting September 29th at the latest and ending December 21st at the earliest. Depending on the nature of the Project, students may start work earlier or finish later, but they must be working on your Project for the duration of September 29th to December 21st. Upon completion of the Project, submit feedback on Riipen within 7 days Criteria for Project Acceptance to the MBA Capstone We prioritize organizations that are established and have been operating in North America for a minimum of three years. We prioritize organizations that have at least 3 full-time, permanent employees. We prioritize Projects that involve high-level decision-making, leadership, or strategic responsibilities. The Project should requires the application of MBA-acquired skills in finance related areas, including financial planning, financial analytics, personal or business budget management, investment, etc. The Project should NOT be primarily administrative, clerical, or sales-oriented without a strategic component, we are open to considering Projects that blend strategic and transational tasks.

Admin Eva Peng
Matches 2
Category Accounting + 4
Open Closing on September 10, 2025

MBA Graduate Business Analytics Capstone

WORK 601

Flexible

The MBA Graduate Practicum Program (GPP) at University Canada West offers a unique Work-integrated Learning experience. In this program, employers have the opportunity to hire MBA students for roles that can be paid, unpaid, or stipend based. These positions require a student commitment of 12-24 hours per week, and require employers to provide mentorship throughout the process. For the Fall 2025 Term, which runs from September 29th to December 21st 2025, the program is set to place 8-10 students. Students develop a robust skill set in business analytics, including data mining, statistical analysis, and advanced data visualization. They gain expertise in predictive modeling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, applying these tools to solve business challenges. Proficient in Python, R, SQL, and cloud computing technologies, they handle large datasets and implement scalable solutions. This capstone also emphasizes ethical data practices, preparing students to make responsible data-driven decisions. By integrating technical knowledge with business strategy, students are equipped to lead analytics projects that drive innovation and competitive advantage. Participating in the MBA GPP presents employers with the opportunity to tap into a talent pool of seasoned MBA students. Employers can benefit from the fresh perspectives and up-to-date academic knowledge these students bring to tackle complex business challenges.  Application Process: Eva Peng (coordinator) will ask for a job description/project description to determine how closely it matches with the criteria for this level of MBA Placement. Project scope and details can be adjusted if necessary, and we ask you to carefully answer the screening questions. If your job/project description is a good fit for the program, students will be invited to apply to the Project on Riipen, between August 27th - September 20th. *** Please note that your Project might not receive applications*** Accept or decline the student's application within 5 days of receiving Begin work with the student starting September 29th at the latest and ending December 21st at the earliest. Depending on the nature of the Project, students may start work earlier or finish later, but they must be working on your Project for the duration of September 29th to December 21st. Upon completion of the Project, submit feedback on Riipen within 7 days Criteria for Project Acceptance to the MBA Capstone We prioritize organizations that are established and have been operating in North America for a minimum of three years. We prioritize organizations that have at least 3 full-time, permanent employees. We prioritize Projects that involve high-level decision-making, leadership, or strategic responsibilities. The Project should requires the application of MBA-acquired skills in business analysis related areas, including data mining, statistical analysis, and advanced data visualization, predictive modeling, machine learning, artificial intelligence, etc. The Project should NOT be primarily administrative, clerical, or sales-oriented without a strategic component, we are open to considering Projects that blend strategic and transactional tasks.

Admin Eva Peng
Matches 0
Category Operations + 4
Open Closing on September 10, 2025

Small Business Management (BUSI 660 - Section 08)

BUSI 660

Jul 31, 2025 - Sep 19, 2025

Students will work with a small business (client) throughout the term and will do the following: 1. Organizational diagnosis 2. Project proposal 3. Revised proposal 4. Final project report and presentation How companies will benefit: This course (BUSI 660) is a capstone project/exit course for the UCW MBA students - meaning, the small business will get to work with the final term MBA students. Students already had diverse academic and professional experiences before joining the MBA program. Now, they are just one step (term) away from earning an MBA degree. It will be a great opportunity for the small business to work with the MBA students who will actively engage with and contribute to the small business from diagnosis of the problems/challenges to writing a proposal to executing a final project report and presentation. Similarly, students will also get valuable first-hand and real-world experiences by working with the small business.

Admin Iwalola BADEWA
Matches 0
Category Customer segmentation + 4
Closed

Marketing Plan & Market Research

MRKT 621

Jul 30, 2025 - Sep 4, 2025

This experience empowers learners to apply strategic marketing skills in real-world scenarios, focusing on the practical application of marketing theories and strategies. Participants will analyze market environments and develop comprehensive marketing strategies, utilizing the four Ps of the marketing mix to create value for stakeholders. By engaging with industry projects, learners will apply their understanding of consumer behavior, branding, pricing, distribution, and promotion to deliver marketing solutions that are economically feasible, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable.

Admin Sylvain Charbonneau, M.Sc. CITP
Matches 1
Category Market research + 4
Closed

Latest feedback

Naeem Abbasi
He / Him
Founder
August 5, 2025
Experience feedback
It was a pleasure working with this incredibly diverse class under the charismatic leadership of Dr. Vaishali Sethi. Students completed excellent analysis and provided robust market research.
University Canada West
Sustainable Marketing Project Spring 2025
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Valéry Brosseau
Valéry Brosseau
CEO
July 28, 2025
Experience feedback
It was a pleasure to connect with Mostafa's students to facilitate their projects pertaining to my firm - Validate Mental Health Consultants. The students were engaged and kept in touch with regard to questions and clarifications to ensure their work was pertinent to the company. The final projects that were delivered showed a great understanding of our business and its sector and left us with much to think about and to review. Mostafa was pleasant to work with and connect with, and always made time to answer questions. Great experience!
University Canada West
Digital Marketing Strategy
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Mental Health Services Social Media Campaign
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JaimeLynn Jelley
Principal
July 25, 2025
Experience feedback
Initially things started off great and I was very excited about the partnership. I have heard nothing since and have had no communication or final product as promised. There are no responses to my attempts to reach out.
University Canada West
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