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Ted Rogers School of Business Management @asktrsbm Direct Entry Orientation Fall 2020
Ted Rogers School of
Business Management
@asktrsbm
Direct Entry Orientation
Fall 2020
• TRSM Student Advising
• TRSM Academic Success Centre
• Business Career Hub
• Bootcamps, Train to Learn Workshops (T2L)
and the Campus Resources Student Guide
What Defines Academic
Success For You?
Program Specific Resources
● Direct Entry Student Guide
● Reachback Courses by Major
● How to apply for transfer credits (equal to the
number of reachback courses assigned)
● New Student Guide (How to activate your email,
Student Card and more)
● Business Management Curriculum
● How to Seek Academic Advising
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Academic
Advising
The Business Management OfficeTRSM Student Advising: TRS 1-004 (7th Floor)
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We are here to help with…
● Course sequencing
● Reachback course selection
and transfer credit assessment
reports
● Class scheduling and
enrolment support
● Graduation requirements and
eligibility
● Transitioning into University
and navigating Ryerson
services
In-person, over the phone and online
advising available during regular
business hours by appointment or
drop-in
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⮚You will be in larger classes, often with less interaction
with the instructor
⮚Want to follow up on a concept from class?
⮚Trouble understanding the material or how you were
graded?
⮚Email your professor to set up an appointment or visit
him/her during office hours
⮚Be courteous and respectful. Avoid “Yo Prof!”
⮚Problem with a professor?
⮚Talk to him/her.
⮚Still unhappy? Then speak to the Chair of your
department!
Professors are Approachable
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Apply for :
5th Semester courses
6th Semester courses
7th Semester courses
8th Semester courses
Reachback courses listed
on your offer of
admission.
Ryerson – Transfer CreditsYou are eligible to apply for Transfer Credits for any
courses in the Direct Entry curriculum
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Please visit our Direct Entry page for Business Management
students:
http://www.ryerson.ca/tedrogersschool/bm/students/current/
direct-entry.html
For all questions regarding transfer credits please visit:
ryerson.ca/transfercredits
- Application instructions
- Next Steps page for follow-up information
Ryerson – Transfer Credits
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● You will get to explore a supplemental area of study
through your elective courses.
● Minors consist of SIX Single semester courses
○ Some courses found on the Minors Tables, like
Finance or Professional Communication, have
courses Direct Entry Students are exempt from.
Contact your Advisor to learn more
● The list of minors and their policies is your minors guide
● You declare your Minor(s) when you submit your
application to graduate
Declaring a Minor(s)
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⮚Policy #157: Establishment of Student E-mail Accounts for Official University Communication
Do not use Gmail, Hotmail, etc.
Use your Ryerson Email:
Reasons:
1. We don’t know if it’s really you.
2. It could be filtered by Ryerson; and you think you
communicated but you didn’t.
3. Ryerson has an official record of communication.
Key Ryerson Policies
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September 18
⮚ September 18 is the last day to add or swap classes
⮚ Note: Students taking Chang School classes must drop classes 1
week prior to start day or face a 25% administration fee
Enrolling in Courses – General Information
⮚ Full-time Direct Entry Students
⮚ Can choose DAY TIME courses starting on August 11, 2020 ⮚ Can choose evening courses through the Chang School
⮚ Part-time Direct Entry Students
⮚ Can choose evening courses through the Chang School
⮚ Can choose DAY TIME courses starting on August 24, 2020
⮚ Limited to a maximum of 3 courses per term, in total
⮚ Make changes to your schedule from August 11 to
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⮚ Getting into RAMSS, D2L & Email: www.my.ryerson.ca
⮚ Need help with the enrollment system?
1. Enrollment tutorial:
https://www.ryerson.ca/RAMSSsupport/ugrad_grad/academics/
2. Visual Schedule Builder (New and awesome tool)
3. In-person RAMSS tutorials available:
Check Academic Success Centre Website for dates, times and
location: https://www.ryerson.ca/tedrogersschool/success/
⮚ Pre-plan your Winter 2021 course schedule
⮚ Declare your Course Intentions, ,your pre-enrolments for future
semesters. We will utilize this to build a schedule for you for WINTER
2021: between Monday, August 24 to Friday, September 18 (Opens 6:00
a.m and closes at 11:59 p.m.)
⮚ Absolute best way to get most courses you want in the Winter!
⮚ We cannot guarantee your schedule but will work with you.
Enrolling & Future Course Planning
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⮚ Pay attention to how you are doing in your classes!
⮚ You can drop a course without academic penalty. Last Day to Drop a Fall
Course (No Refund of Fees & no academic penalty) is Friday,
November 20th, 2020
⮚ Last Day to Pay Fall Undergraduate Tuition Fees
⮚ Friday, September 18th, 2020
⮚ Last day to Drop a Course In Drop Period for a Full Refund
⮚ Friday, September 18th, 2020
⮚ Final Exam schedule:
⮚ Schedule plans for the break AFTER the exam schedule comes out in
early November
⮚ For other significant dates consult:
⮚ https://www.ryerson.ca/calendar/2020-2021/dates/
⮚ Student Guide http://www.ryerson.ca/studentguide
⮚ Taking Courses through the Chang School? Always check their significant
dates and deadlines! https://continuing.ryerson.ca/
Dates You Need to Know
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ServiceHub is your ‘one-stop’ shop for questions about:
⮚ Submission and/or pick-up of documents (e.g. official
transcripts) and completed forms (e.g. third party letters, degree
certificates);
⮚ Student financial assistance (e.g. OSAP and scholarships);
⮚ Enrolling in courses, Continuing Education course registration;
⮚ Class schedules, exams;
⮚ Applying to graduate, RAMSS support;
⮚ Tuition and fees
Unsure? Email your Student Advisor
The Service Hub
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Clear: Maintain a C- average i.e. Cumulative Grade Point Average
(CGPA) of at least 1.67
Probationary: If CGPA goes below 1.67 you stay on probation and
must
sign a new probation contract (limited course load) and attend a
mandatory seminar at the start of each term until you bring your CGPA
back over 1.67
Required to Withdraw (RTW for 12 months): If your Term Grade Point
Average (TGPA) goes below
1.67 while on probation or if CGPA goes below 1.00 at any time.
Permanent Program Withdrawal: If you are RTW for a second time
or fail a mandatory program course 3 times.
Your standing can be found on RAMSS
with your grades/academic record
POLICY #46: ACADEMIC STANDING
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CGPA = Cumulative Grade Point Average
TGPA = Term Grade Point Average
LETTER
GRADE
S
PERFORMANCE
DESIGNATION
GRADE
POINTS
CONVERSION
TO
LETTER
GRADES
A+
Excellent
4.33 90-100%*
A 4.00 85-89%*
A- 3.67 80-84%
B+
Good
3.33 77-79%
B 3.00 73-76%
B- 2.67 70-72%
C+
Satisfactory
2.33 67-69%
C 2.00 63-66%
C- 1.67 60-62%
D+
Marginal
1.33 57-59%
D 1.00 53-56%
D- 0.67 50-52%
F Unsatisfactory 0 0-49%
F-S Redeemable Failure 0 NIL
FNA Failed for Non-Attendance 0 NIL
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Only Eligible for Awards In 4th Year
http:///
https://www.ryerson.ca/registrar/students/scholarships/
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Ted Rogers School of
Management
&
Ryerson
Resources
Business Career Hub
Services
ONE-ON-ONE
CONSULTATIONS
• Action planning to build
experience
• Career Self Discovery
Consultation
• Job Search Strategies
• Resume & Cover Letter
Review
• Mock Interview &
Techniques
• LinkedIn Advising
• Co-op Application
Preparation
• Networking Etiquette &
Tips
SKILL BUILDING
•BOOTCAMPSEMPLOYER
ENGAGEMENT
• Information/ Recruitment
Sessions
• Networking Events
• Coffee Chats
• Exclusive TRSM Opportunities
• Outlined in E-Newsletter
• Online Resources
• Alumni Interaction• Consulting Prep Program
• Cyber Security Prep
Program
https://www.ryerson.ca/trsm-careers/contact/
Bootcamps
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About the TRS Society
The Ted Rogers Students’ Society is a student-elected society
representing over 9,500 full-time undergraduate students attending
the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University. The
society is organized by a Board of Directors, consisting of 9
Directors and 6 Executives. Each Executive portfolio maintains a
committee to assist with daily responsibilities.
Ted Rogers Students’ Society
TRS 2-145 | 55 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5G 2C3
(416) 979-5000 x4217
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The students’ union of:
• Part-time degree students
• Continuing Education
students
• Over 16,000 members
Services!• Bursary Program - $500.
• Health and Dental Benefits *part-time degree
students only
• Free legal advice with in-house lawyer
• Discounted TTC metropass, movie & game tickets
and more at Member Services Office
Advocacy!• Help with Grade and Standing appeals
• Social Justice and Equity Campaigns
• Member of the Canadian Federation of Students
Community!• Equity Service Centres – six in the Student Centre
• Free and fun events
• Free workshops to expand your skills and career
• Volunteer with CESAR! Get involved!
Located on the third floor of the Ryerson
Student Centre:
SCC301, 55 Gould St.
Toronto, ON, M5B 1E9
416-979 5193
Our office hours are:
Monday-Thursday: 11:00a.m.-6:30p.m.
Fridays: 10:00a.m.-6:00p.m.
Or you can contact us
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Still have questions after this presentation?
Contact your Student Advisor
https://www.ryerson.ca/tedrogersschool/students/advising/
• Economics And Management Science Major,
Advisor : Dan Cantiller
• Entrepreneurship Major
Advisor: Ghazala Knight
• Global Management Studies Major
Advisor: Christine Marshall
• Human Resources Management Major
Advisor: Melissa McCormack
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Still have questions after this presentation?
Contact your Student Advisor
https://www.ryerson.ca/tedrogersschool/students/advising/
• Law And Business Major
Advisor: Jose Cabral
• Marketing Management Major
Advisor: Steven Kavaratzis
• Real Estate Management Major
Advisor: Ghazala Knight
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“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs
to those who prepare for it today.” — Malcolm X
