Are you systematic, well organized and deliberate? Do you appreciate facts and information presented in a logical manner as documentation of truth? Some people are very linear thinkers, whereas others take a more meandering route to reach their final conclusion or thought. Neither way is right or wrong, but depending on which most represents you, you’ll find yourself better suited for particular careers.
To help you analyze the career opportunities, we’ve identified five “personality types” – leader, outgoing, helping people, organized, and analytical. Each type has options for an appropriate career path.
Not everyone falls squarely into one category, so read up on possible careers for people who are leaders, those who are outgoing, individuals who like to help people, and those with strong organizational skills.
Do have a number of these characteristics?
- Enjoy organization and completion of detailed tasks
- Orderly
- Precise
- Disciplined
- Deliberate
- Cautious
- Diplomatic
- Systematic
- Logical
- Conventional
Analytical individuals are highly suited for careers in accounting, finance, and materials and operations management.
Accounting
Individuals who are detail-oriented, logical and systematic may be well suited for a career in accounting.
Our two-year Business-Accounting program prepares you to work in various areas of accounting including financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, and auditing. You start with a general business background and expand your theoretical knowledge of economics, law, finance and statistics. Students also learn the basics of a number of accounting and business computer software packages.
Qualified students can participate in a work placement that gives on-the-job experience in the accounting departments of Ottawa area businesses and in the public and private sectors.
Graduates may also be granted some credits toward the requirements of the Certified General Accountants (CGA) Association program of professional studies.
Finance
Do you love playing with numbers and helping others? You might love a career in the financial industry (financial planning, personal banking, investment, and insurance advising).
Our three-year Advanced Diploma Business Administration program with a Major in Finance provides you with a solid foundation for success in the finance industry. You’ll also have many networking opportunities with business professionals and employers.
The program prepares graduates to meet the high proficiency standards needed to complete the professional designations and licensing courses in the financial services industry.
Looking to Upgrade?
If you’re currently working in the finance (or a related) industry and want to advance your career, check out our one-year Graduate Certificate in Financial Services. You’ll develop a professional portfolio and participate in field placements.
Graduates of the Financial Services program can be licensed to sell mutual funds by their employer; are qualified to challenge the first exam of the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) professional certification and are prepared for the Provincial Life Licence Qualification (LLQP) examination. Successful completion of Personal Financial Services Advice, Financial Planning I and Canadian Securities Course I qualifies students for a Certificate in Financial Services Advice from the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI).
Many Employment Options!
Grads may find employment as financial advisors in a broad range of the financial institutions including retail banks, credit unions, financial planning offices, insurance companies, brokerage firms, and other businesses dedicated to providing personal financial advice and services.
Materials & Operations Management
If analyzing and solving problems is your thing, look into Materials & Operations Management.
Your training as part of the Materials and Operations Management Major involves many facets of supply chain management including purchasing, production planning, inventory management, logistics, distribution, and project management.
Qualified students also get the chance to put their theoretical knowledge to work in a coop placement.
Graduates find employment in supply chain positions for public and private organizations including high technology industries, such as communications, fibre optics, biotechnology, and electronic manufacturing.
What’s more, graduates obtain a certificate from SAP, the world’s largest supplier of enterprise software, and have direct hands-on knowledge of SAP supply chain software.
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