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What is a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)?
What is a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)?
The SHSM is a Ministry-approved program offered to students at no cost, that helps students make successful transitions to a variety of post-secondary destinations. It is designed to meet the needs of students who would like to pursue an apprenticeship, college or university studies or employment in a specific sector.
The SHSM is a Ministry-approved program offered to students at no cost, that helps students make successful transitions to a variety of post-secondary destinations. It is designed to meet the needs of students who would like to pursue an apprenticeship, college or university studies or employment in a specific sector.
Students who successfully complete all program components will earn a Red Seal on their Ontario Secondary School Diploma which indicates that the student has specialized their high school career in a specific subject area that matches their interests.
Students who successfully complete all program components will earn a Red Seal on their Ontario Secondary School Diploma which indicates that the student has specialized their high school career in a specific subject area that matches their interests.
About the Business SHSM Program
About the Business SHSM Program
The business sector is bursting with opportunities, from positions as accountants and clerks to administrators and retailers. Because of globalization and new technology, the business sector also offers opportunities to young entrepreneurs to aim at the international market.
As long as there is commerce, qualified and knowledgeable workers in business will find prospects either in one of Canada’s prospering companies or as an entrepreneur in one of their own. The business sector offers opportunities in finance, retail, real estate, human resources or organizational, management and budget-related careers in the other sectors of our economy.
Why enrol in the program?
- Graduate with a SHSM seal of designation on your secondary school diploma
- Build your resume
- Gain valuable industry specific work experience and knowledge
Potential Career Paths
Potential Career Paths
For Business majors, possible career paths include
For Business majors, possible career paths include
Apprenticeship – Entrepreneur; Special Events Coordinator
Apprenticeship – Entrepreneur; Special Events Coordinator
College – Corporate Trainer; Credit, Loan or Mortgage Officer. Advertising Consultant; Electronic Service Technician; Graphic Designer or Illustrator; Media Co-ordinator, Payroll Supervisor/Clerk; Recruitment Officer/Consultant; Publicist
College – Corporate Trainer; Credit, Loan or Mortgage Officer. Advertising Consultant; Electronic Service Technician; Graphic Designer or Illustrator; Media Co-ordinator, Payroll Supervisor/Clerk; Recruitment Officer/Consultant; Publicist
University – Auditor; Accountant; Economic Development Officer; Entrepreneur; Engineer; Fundraising/Communications Officer Managers in Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations and Human Resources Managers, Market Research Analyst; Public Relations & and Communications Manager
University – Auditor; Accountant; Economic Development Officer; Entrepreneur; Engineer; Fundraising/Communications Officer Managers in Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations and Human Resources Managers, Market Research Analyst; Public Relations & and Communications Manager
Entry-level workplace – Accounting & Related Clerk; Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Clerk; Customer Service & Related Clerks; Customer Service Representative, Financial Services Customs, Ship, and Other Broker; General Office Clerk; Payroll Clerk; Real Estate Agent and Salesperson; Retail Salesperson & Sales Clerk; Storekeeper and Parts Clerk
Entry-level workplace – Accounting & Related Clerk; Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Clerk; Customer Service & Related Clerks; Customer Service Representative, Financial Services Customs, Ship, and Other Broker; General Office Clerk; Payroll Clerk; Real Estate Agent and Salesperson; Retail Salesperson & Sales Clerk; Storekeeper and Parts Clerk
Program Requirements
In the Business major, students will take 8 credits in grade 11 and 12:
In the Business major, students will take 8 credits in grade 11 and 12:
- 4 Business major credits
- 1 English credit (Grade 11 or 12)
- 2 Math credits (Grade 11 or 12)
- 2 Co-operative education credits to gain workplace experience and practice your Business knowledge and skills
Additionally, students will have opportunities for:
Additionally, students will have opportunities for:
- Experiential learning, career exploration and reach-ahead activities in Business
- Certifications and training programs in Business, including:
- 4 compulsory certifications: Standard First Aid, WHMIS (generic), CPR (Level C) with AED, Customer Service
- additional certifications and/or training courses such as leadership and allyship workshops
Questions?
Questions?
Ms. Raponi, Business SHSM Liaison
Ms. Raponi, Business SHSM Liaison
Phone Number: 905-294-7671 Ext. 86831
Phone Number: 905-294-7671 Ext. 86831
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