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Ashton College We believe in engaging our students, alumni, and staff like no other academic institution. This viewbook is our way of sharing what we have done and where we are heading. We hope you enjoy this edition and share it with your family and friends.

THE ASHTON ADVANTAGEWe are here for you throughout your entire educational journey. A personalized student experience allows you to make informed decisions for your professional development.

RELEVANT. TIMELY. PERSONALIZED.We envision your career to be completely without borders and constantly progressing. See how we can help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

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BUILDING CAREERSOur graduates leave equipped to become successful professionals in the career of their choosing. Whether you’re just starting out, diversifying your skills, or looking for new leadership opportunities, our programs will prepare you for the rewarding career you deserve.

COVER PAGE (L-R): Ashton Alumni Pawan Tahilramani; Joan Wilde; Wesley Fong; Melissa Briones; Jen Geddes; Marcus Loos; Gabriela Pereda; Akina Tsuno; Kana Takahira, Erica Lirsjo; Sylvain Charbonneau

The Ashton Advantage

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Ashton College is dedicated to providing flexible, relevant, and accredited programs and services to help students find their career pathway and achieve success. With programs and courses designed to fit your busy schedule, Ashton can help you begin the career you’ve always dreamed of—in less time than you think.

Our graduates leave equipped to become successful professionals in the career of their choosing. Whether you are working to upgrade your existing skills, or looking to change careers entirely, Ashton has the program for you. Because our courses are offered in flexible formats, students are able to get in, get out, and move up in their careers.

The Focus Is On You And Your Career

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“The thing that really enhanced my Ashton experience were the Program Advisers. Having someone who sees the bigger picture and can advise you on how to proceed with your career is very important and valuable.”

ALEXEI SCHWARTZMAN, CFP

Life Licence Qualification Program, 2009Investment Funds Course, 2009

Program Advising & Student Services

This is where your Ashton experience starts. From application to admission, our program advisers are here to assist you in mapping your career path. They are committed to helping you transform your educational and career goals into realities. Ashton advisers know the details of our programs inside out, and they can assist you with every aspect of student life at Ashton, including:

Course SelectionTransferable CreditsDeclaring/Switching Programs

A continuously supportive educational process for our students.

Program InformationDeadlines and RequirementsDevelopment of long and short-term academic and career goals

In addition, our student services coordinators offer quality career resources to get you on the path towards your dream career.4

Credible InstructionOur faculty members hail from around the world. Each possesses a strong academic and professional background and years of relevant, real-world work experience. Their passion for teaching is rooted in the desire to see their students succeed in the industry. Our instructors are eager to share their real-life experiences, insider knowledge and insights on what it takes to make it in their industry.

“What I really like about teaching at Ashton is the student experience that we are able to create. It’s being able to bring together professionals who all want to develop themselves...who all want to move their practice forward.”

Steve Fooks, CFP, BBA, CEC

Financial Services Instructor, Ashton College

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The AshtonAchievementAwards

At Ashton College, we acknowledge the passion, hard work and dedication of every student.

The Ashton Achievement Awards is a celebration of Ashton’s graduating students’ successes.

It is a unique event that strays from the usual graduation ceremony of gowns and a diploma presentation, and is held in a themed, semi-formal format that commemorates more than program completion.

Beyond diplomas and certificate distribution, we recognize outstanding individuals through four special awards:

Academic Achievement Award

Faculty Award

Perseverance Award

President’s Award

www.ashtoncollege.com/graduation

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Ashton College’s Career Services is a work search & coaching opportunity for students and alumni that aids them in getting on the road towards career fulfillment.

Offering a wide-range of services, we aim to assist you in mapping out your career path, and securing the best employment opportunity for you.

Employment Resourcesfor Students & Alumni

RÉSUMÉ & COVER LETTER WRITINGJOB SEARCH SKILLSINTERVIEW PREPARATIONPRACTICUM PLACEMENTWEBINAR & WORKSHOPS

www.ashtoncollege.com/careerservices

Our mission is to educate and empower you so that you can make informed choices in your career exploration and job search.

One-on-one sessions with our Career Services Coordinator help you embrace your potential and prepare you for the work world.

“I started to work at Livingston International as a student trainee after I finished the sales and marketing program at Ashton College. I was contacting vendors in the United States to request North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) certificates. I learned a lot about business communication and how NAFTA works in a practical environment. I loved what I was doing, who I was working with, and what I was learning. After completing the practicum, I was offered a full-time position in the company.”

VANNA HONGDiploma in Sales and Marketing Management, 2013

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Building CareersIn the spirit of personal and professional advancement, Ashton graduates are putting their knowledge and skills to good use in the areas of finance, business, sales & marketing, international trade, home inspection, immigration and human resources.

Ashton College is at the centre of one of Canada’s fastest-growing entrepreneurial cities, driving innovation through creativity and critical thinking. We’ve partnered with top industry organizations to prepare our students for today’s constantly evolving economy. With an unmatched calibre of faculty members, Ashton offers in-class and online programs that engage and transform students to a global community of passionate lifelong learners.

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“Ashton College really struck me as the right fit because of the fact that I wouldn’t have to recreate the degree that I completed from years prior.

Ashton allowed me to accelerate my learning so that I could achieve my career goals in a shorter time period.

It was the skills I learnt through the Diploma in Human Resources program that enabled me to pass the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) exams. I would say that the courses I took, whether it was organizational development, employee relations or compensation, are so useful for me in my job every day.

I would have to say the instructors were wonderful and available to provide their insight. It helped me with that career transition after I completed the program.”

JEN GEDDES, CHRP

Diploma in Human Resources Management Online, 2009

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Our students pursue education at Ashton College for various reasons. From domestic to international students, from established professionals to those just starting out, the one thing they have in common is their passion for knowledge.

“Choosing a school is not just about what you learn within the four walls of a classroom. It is about the entire experience. I made lifelong friends and business connections, and developed an international network, studying alongside individuals from various countries. My experience at Ashton was fulfilling on an academic as well as a personal level.”

MARCUS MOSER LOOS, Diploma in Business, 2014

Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning gives individuals the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, fulfill academic goals, or even explore topics of particular interest.

The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong endeavour. Through technological advances, quality education is becoming more and more accessible. In today’s modern world, education knows no boundaries, and with the right knowledge, neither will your career.

Learn more about Marcus’ story at: www.ashtoncollege.com/Marcus

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Career CrossoversToday’s competitive global economy requires individuals to broaden their skill-set in order to differentiate themselves.

We have produced Immigration Consulting graduates who opted to take up Ashton’s International Trade program to broaden their knowledge and the services they are able to offer clients. Moreover, Human Resources professionals benefit from our Immigration Consulting program, which ties in to international recruitment and talent search.

Especially true in business & marketing, our diploma & certificate programs provide the real-world education that will allow students to thrive in inter-related fields and cross-functional teams.

“Now that I have gained knowledge about Canadian immigration law, I can bring these skills wherever I go. When I finish the International Trade program, I will be able to cover this area within my business as another area of specialty.”

GIOVANNI MATA, RIC

Immigration Consultant Diploma Program, 2012Diploma in International Trade, 2015

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Online Learning SolutionsEXPERIENCE QUALITYINSTRUCTION ANYWHEREAT ANYTIME

Our distance education has evolved into an innovative, personalized, and fully comprehensive learning experience for both domestic and international students.

Since the inception of our first distance education program in 2011, we have been bringing innovation to education. Our online courses allows students to experience quality instruction on any device—be it your computer, tablet or smartphone.

“Our innovation in education means that we can bring the classroom to you, wherever in the world you may be. We offer a live and interactive virtual classroom experience through award-winning and cutting-edge technology.”

COLIN FORTESPresident, Ashton College

www.ashtoncollege.com/ashton-online

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ContinuingProfessionalDevelopment

Individuals employed in regulated industries like immigration and law can experience a higher level of learning through Ashton College’s CPD seminars, all of which are accredited for Continuing Professional Development hours. Benefit from a lineup of relevant and timely topics, presented by distinguished professionals from various industries.

Ashton’s Continuing Professional Development seminars are accredited by regulating bodies and industry organizations.

www.ashtoncollege.com/CPD

Continuing EducationAfter completing specialized education programs, the journey does not end with Ashton. You can broaden your professional knowledge and stay up-to-date with developments in your field through our continuing education programs.

To make continuing education accessible to students around the world, Ashton College is embracing innovation and is dedicated to developing creative online programs.

From free webinar series to flexible online learning options, Ashton College provides a range of distance education programs, including financial services, examination preparations, and foreign-trained qualification programs.

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“Completing the CFP course has greatly increased my confidence when advising clients. I have also noticed the increased number of opportunities the CFP designation has provided me.

I was overwhelmed and humbled by the honour of earning first place at the CFP examination, and gaining a spot in the Financial Planning Standards Council’s President’s List.

I chose Ashton College because it offered the core curriculum in a shorter time frame. It was great to have an instructor who is a practising CFP—someone who had the practical experience.”

CANDACE GIBSON, CFP

Certified Financial Planner, 2011

Learn more about Candace’s story at: www.ashtoncollege.com/Candace

As Told By Our Alumni

“I was able to study while I continued to work full time in Hong Kong. The latest technology allows students to interact real-time during webinar classes. Most importantly, because all of the instructors are experienced immigration practitioners, they are very knowledgeable in their area of expertise.”

LOUIS MAKImmigration Consultant Diploma Online Program

2014

“I went straight from my university in Korea to Ashton College. At university, we just learned all the theory and had no experience. The course at Ashton was practical and gave me the hands-on experience I wanted. I commend the way the course information was presented with so many examples... it made the course more practical.”

SU-CHEOL JEONGDiploma in Sales and Marketing

2006

“The range of instructors that we had, the way the program was set up and the class size really gave us the opportunity to go into a lot of detail. I found that it was very practical while still covering the technical aspects of Human Resources. After graduating, I felt so prepared to work in the HR industry.”

JOAN WILDDiploma in Human Resources Management

2008

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Relevant. Timely.Personalized.At Ashton, our goal has always been the same; to provide students with high-quality, hands-on education to prepare them for rewarding careers in dynamic fields. As we incorporate new technological tools, we are bringing education to students around the world when and where they need it.

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Ashton College offers a future.Let us talk to you about the future you envision. Contact a program adviser today at

+1 604.899.0803 or email admissions@ashtoncollege.com. You can also register for courses and programs directly online at www.ashtoncollege.com.

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