Business Administration students at Cambrian College are teaming up with local businesses to mentor and learn more about the business world.
Jean Beauchemin, a professor in Cambrian’s Business Administration says nearly 60 students have teamed up with seven existing businesses from across Northern Ontario, either to help those businesses implement their marketing plans or create a new plan from scratch.
He adds businesses are hearing about the good things the students are doing and are calling to sign up.
Beauchemin says this year’s group of participating businesses includes high tech, food, fashion, manufacturing, health and safety and semi-professional sport.
Daniela Castellon is a third-year student in the Business Administration program. She worked on a marketing plan and web design project for Spectrum Telecom Group, a wireless solutions provider based in Greater Sudbury.
“This experience was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, says Daniela. “Many of us got to understand that we are capable of more than what we think. I discovered a new career path for my future and will now be able to do something I’m passionate about. Our professor went above and beyond for us to learn through real-world experiences, all while helping local businesses grow!”
