International MBA Student Connector Program

INTERNATIONAL MBA STUDENT CONNECTOR PROGRAM OCTOBER 2010 CINDY DEAN CONNECTOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR JACKIE GUO INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CONNECTOR COORDINATOR

PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Greater Halifax Partnership
International MBA Student Connector Program
Goals and Objectives
Upcoming Events

WHO WE ARE

Raise awareness and change perceptions about the benefits of hiring immigrants and international MBA students
Engage business leaders in becoming proactive to integrate immigrants and international MBA students to the workplace
Increase the business networks of immigrants and international MBA students
IMMIGRATION GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

IMMIGRATION WORKS IN HALIFAX Generated over 20 million media impressions

IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER SUPPORT PROGRAM
Launched in October 2007
Helps employers understand the immigration process
Visited more than 125 local businesses interested in hiring
immigrants
Sponsored seven sector-specific information sessions
Worked with seven post-
secondary institutions to connect
graduates to business

INTERNATIONAL MBA STUDENT CONNECTOR PROGRAM
International MBA Student Connector Program
Social and Professional Networks
Using Traditional channels to network

CONNECTOR PROGRAM
Who are Connectors
“ Connectors are people in a community who know large numbers of people and who are in the habit of making introductions. A connector is essentially the social equivalent of a computer network hub. Connectors usually know people across an array of social, cultural, professional, and economic circles, and make a habit of introducing people who work or live in different circles”
- The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference
Malcolm Gladwell

HOW IT WORKS Draft - v. 9/29/10

Receive resumes from Participants
Match based on industry experience and qualifications
Virtual email of introduction between connector and international MBA students
Connection Meeting
Follow-up
THE CONNECTING PROCESS

CONNECTOR PROGRAM “ I am passionate about the Partnership’s Connector Program because, in a strategic and tactical way, it facilitates the introduction of professional newcomers with high quality employers.” Jamie Welsh, Senior Manager, Deloitte Halifax

EXAMPLES OF CONNECTOR COMPANIES…

CONNECTOR PROGRAM RESULTS
Recognized as a best practice for
attraction and retention of
immigrants
Received honorable mention in
IEDC Economic Development
Awards
Second place in RBC Best Economic Development Program in
Canada (EDAC)
235 connectors, 250 connections, 33 employed

HALIFAX CONNECTOR PROGRAM DUPLICATED ACROSS CANADA: NORTH BAY ONTARIO The Connector Program This project was launched in 2009 to help integrate newcomers into the community. It was designed to help create professional and social networks for internationally trained professionals, business immigrants, and newcomers. The program is operated through the North Bay& District Multicultural Centre and the Rotary Club of North Bay

HALIFAX CONNECTOR PROGRAM DUPLICATED ACROSS CANADA: NIAGARA REGION

IMPLEMENTING TRACKING SYSTEM

Valid Work-permit holder with
valid passport from home country or
Permanent Resident to Canada
Obtained MBA degree since
2007 or anticipated graduation
day within the next 8 months
Currently living in Halifax with the intent to work and stay in NS
Actively pursing your job search
WHO CAN APPLY?

Upcoming Events
Welcome International MBA Students Mix and Mingle
Nova Scotian Associations Christmas Social
Future Networking Events
Other
Bridge Welcome Banner
Welcoming Guide to International
Students
STAY TUNED….

CONNECTING YOU

Jackie Guo
Project Coordinator,
International Student Connector Program
P: 902.490.4088
E: [email_address]
W: www.greaterhalifax.com
Add: 1969 Upper Water Street | Purdy’s Tower II | Suite 2101 Halifax, NS | B3J 3R7
PROGRAM CONTACT

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