Langara School of Management - LSM

Do you love playing with graphs, numbers, and also like people? We have a marketing management diploma. We also have great instructors, lots of courses, and a fantastic campus with tons of student resources.

Think about it. But not for too long, our courses are filling up fast!

https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/marketing-management/index.html

Want to get into leadership positions at work? We have a diploma program called Business Management! Check it out here! We have great instructors, lots of courses, and a fantastic campus with tons of student resources.

https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/business-management/index.html

Interested picking up some marketing courses? Check out ours. We have great instructors, lots of courses, and a fantastic campus with tons of student resources.

Check out our marketing courses here: https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/courses/MARK/index.html

Interested in becoming an accountant? Check out our programs. They’re pretty awesome. AND we even have one specifically to transfer into the UBC BComm.

https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/commerce/index.html

Thinking about coming to Langara? Want to get a feel for what it would like to become a Langaran? Book a tour with our recruiting team! They’re super nice and our campus is amazing! You’re going to love it here!

https://langara.ca/admissions/connect-with-us/visit-langara.html

What’s going on next week on campus?

Final Exams!

Reminder – Text Taking and Exam Anxiety Link: https://langara.ca/student-services/counselling/student-success-resources/test-taking-and-exam-anxiety.html

Good luck students – you got this!

Interested in becoming an accountant? We can help you get there.
Check out our Accounting Diploma! https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/accounting/program-curriculum.html

Interested in a UBC BComm? We can help you get there too - https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/commerce/index.html

Investing basics: What is risk tolerance?

Christine Woodington is a BBA Accounting graduate who is a CPA member and corporate accountant. Christine is active in the alumni community and participates in the various career talk series held on campus. Always a welcome alumni, Christine has provided countless people with wisdom and knowledge from her time here at Langara School of Management and in her professional career.

Learn more about Christine here: https://langara.ca/departments/langara-school-of-management/lsm-people/LSM%20Alumni.html

Did you know that we still have some accounting classes available to take this fall semester?

Facebook: Look for courses here: https://langara.ca/reg-guide/index.html | Apply here: https://langara.ca/admissions/apply-to-langara/index.html

Great idea! Check out our courses that are still available!

Today, an idea. Tomorrow, a career. Registration is now open for Langara College Continuing Studies programs! Continuing Studies has flexible courses and programs which let you keep pace with industry changes within your schedule.
Explore our full-time, part-time, and specialized courses to find what works for you. Now is the best time to create tomorrow. Review our available programs to find your fit, visit https://bit.ly/3UmaIjZ.

What’s been going on in the School of Management

On May 10, 2024, artificial intelligence strategist Garrett Wasny delivered an insightful workshop on 'AI for Accountants.’ This workshop explored how finance professionals can harness AI tools to enhance productivity and improve decision-making.

Garrett emphasized a crucial point: 'Accountants will not be replaced by AI. Rather, accountants will be replaced by accountants who know how to work with AI. The future of accounting lies in the hands of those who can effectively leverage AI technologies to augment their expertise, streamline processes, and provide more valuable insights to clients.

It's not about AI versus accountants, but AI-empowered accountants leading the way.’ There was an active discussion on how the most successful accountants will be those who integrate AI into their workflows while leveraging uniquely human skills like critical thinking, ethical judgment, and relationship building.

Did you know that we still have some accounting classes available to take this fall semester?

Click here to search for Fall Semester courses: https://swing.langara.bc.ca/prod/hzgkfcls.P_Sel_Crse_Search?term=202430

Meet Ronald Wong – Accounting Instructor, Langara School of Management

Ronald is a senior instructor having taught accounting at Langara College’s School of Management for 12 years. He is a Chartered Accountant and teaches a variety of courses. Ronald brings a wealth of experience into the classroom from working for the Canadian Revenue Agency as an income tax auditor and working at KPMG as a tax manager.

This is Ronald’s seventh year coaching business students in the CPA BC Annual Business Case Competition. His philosophy centres on bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Ronald feels that with student participation in business competitions, it deepens the understanding of business and accounting principles while gaining confidence and experience in applying concepts to dynamic and complex business scenarios.

His goal is to prepare students to excel academically and to emerge from Langara College as well-rounded professionals equipped to succeed in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Did you know that we still have some accounting classes available to take this fall semester? Check out our available courses here! https://langara.ca/reg-guide/index.html

Congratulations LSM Langarans! You’ve made it to the last day of classes – fantastic job. The only part left for many of you is the dreaded final exam. We haven’t left you hanging, we have added Test Taking and Exam Anxiety tips and info for all of you. Our student success team in the Counselling Department has curated a ton of great info for you to check out as you study including handouts, how to prep, videos and more. Always remember to - study smarter, not harder!

Test Taking and Exam Anxiety Tips: https://langara.ca/student-services/counselling/student-success-resources/test-taking-and-exam-anxiety.html

Meet Peter Kim!

Peter is a founding member and executive of our Consulting Club. Peter is a student in the School of Management at Langara College. He had the opportunity to participate as a research analyst for the Mayor’s Budget Task Force. We had an opportunity to talk to Peter about his experiential learning from being on this task force.

What is the most valuable thing you learned?

I have learned countless skills and lessons during my engagement as a research analyst for the Budget Task Force. From research and report writing to teamwork and leadership skills, working with established team leaders and talented colleagues provided a dynamic environment for personal and professional development. The lesson that stands out the most from my engagement was that while generating solutions based on your interpretation and analysis is important, it is equally, if not, more important to listen to the people within an organization to resurface and incorporate their perspective into the recommendation. Prior to this role, I have been part of business case competitions where I have learned that thorough analysis of the client and external environment results in an effective recommendation. Initially, I spent a lot of time and effort analyzing because I held this belief going into the role. When our team started to interview key personnel from the City of Vancouver, I realized that listening to the staffs was not only more efficient at diagnosing the critical issue, but also better at providing insights to potential solutions to the problems.

How has the work experience connected to what you learned in the classroom at Langara?

The accounting degree curriculum has contributed tremendously in terms of relevant knowledge and team environment experiences to work effectively as a member of the task force. The Budget Task Force was divided into four independent workstreams, each managing an area of opportunity to make a positive impact to the city's capital and operating budget. Among four workstreams, I was part of the Operational Excellence workstream in which the unit's primary objective is to make improvements to organizational governance, operational processes and delivery of services. Whether you're dealing with a private company or public organization, every organization is faced with the issue of improving their operations as they are constrained by limited resources. I was shocked to discover that the City of Vancouver was no exception and there were areas of opportunities that could be explored. As a third year BBA accounting student at that time, I was able to apply knowledge I've learned in business management regarding performance measurement into my research and recommendation. Furthermore, constant exposure and experience to group projects in the accounting curriculum has prepared me to manage workload and communicate effectively as a team member of the workstream.

How has this experience prepared you for your future academic and work goals?

I am so grateful that I had the privilege to be a small part of an amazing initiative led by leaders in our community in making our city a better place to live. I certainly did not expect to learn so much in such a short period of time, and it made me realize that there is an avenue of learning and growth if you challenge yourself to jump into something you know nothing about. One thing that I am certain of from this experience is that I will be radically open to opportunities around me to continuously learn from others to become a competent professional and leader in the future.

Did you know that we still have some accounting classes available to take this fall semester?

Click here to search for courses this fall! https://swing.langara.bc.ca/prod/hzgkfcls.P_Sel_Crse_Search?term=202430

Did you know that Langara School of Management's Diploma in Arts and Science (Commerce) transfers to UBC? Yes it does! https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/commerce/index.html

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Did you know that all Langara students have access to LinkedIn Learning? Yes, they do. LinkedIn Learning is a great way to supplement your learning in post-secondary.

Did you know that Langara School of Management is one of the sponsors of the GVBOT Leaders of Tomorrow program? Now you do! https://langara.ca/departments/langara-school-of-management/opportunities/index.html

Did you know that the Langara School of Management offers an Associate of Arts in Commerce and Business Studies that transfers into SFU? Now you do! https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/commerce-business-studies/index.html

Thinking about a career in accounting? Then check out these sessions by CPABC.

Stuck between CPA and CFA? 🎯 Join us at the event "The Value of CPA". Hear why our panelists chose both paths. Look forward, also, to our "How to Series". Compare CPAWSB Preparatory Courses to PSI courses👨‍🎓 Your journey to success starts here! 🚀 https://www.bccpa.ca/become-a-cpa/events/ =date&asc=true

Langara invites students and faculty to join Empowering Diversity's networking event, "Innovate & Inspire: An Entrepreneurial Journey," on Thursday, September 19th, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Held at the Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia St, in the Alice MacKay Room, this event features a panel discussion with industry leaders championing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We hope you come and enjoy a Q&A session and networking opportunities. Tickets are free but selling fast, so register soon!
Visit or www.empowering-diversity.com for more information.

Meet our Alumnus Adrian Tong!

Adrian graduated from Langara School of Management with a BBA in Accounting. He is currently the Tax Manager at Crowe MacKay LLP, an accounting firm in downtown Vancouver, BC. Crowe MacKay is a mid-sized accounting firm that serves clients across northern and western Canada and has been in business since 1969.

What is the average day at work for you like?

“I provide tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and individual clients. I specialize in personal and corporate tax compliance, planning and advisory, including corporate re-organizations and tax planning strategies with a focus on owner-managed and privately-held businesses.”

How did your experience at Langara shape your career path?

“I graduated with a BBA in accounting from Langara. The education I received was instrumental in giving me the foundation I needed to successfully achieve my CPA designation and complete CPA Canada’s In-Depth Tax Program.

I attribute my success to all the instructors I had the pleasure of meeting at Langara. I originally enrolled in the diploma in business management program at Langara with the intention of transferring to UBC, but changed my mind after meeting instructors who encouraged me to consider pursuing the CPA designation.

I benefited tremendously by connecting with them and learning from their wealth of experience in a smaller classroom setting, which is why I ultimately chose to graduate from Langara. I am forever grateful to them for all the knowledge and support they gave me during my time at Langara and after I graduated.

I’m certain the current Langara students, especially those that are pursuing the CPA designation, will appreciate the current and relevant knowledge and practical experience that you bring through your involvement with the CPA PEP program. I also admire that so many instructors at Langara willingly volunteer their time to coach students through case competitions, which has been instrumental in helping them secure job offers.”

Did you know that we still have some accounting classes available to take this fall semester?

Click here to search for classes: https://swing.langara.bc.ca/prod/hzgkfcls.P_Sel_Crse_Search?term=202430

Take an introductory accounting course and get the foundational knowledge you need about how income works, and how finance impacts different aspects of your life. ​
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You’ll learn terminology, techniques, and concepts so you can start to understand how to read a financial report.
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In the Accounting for Managers course, you will learn the above in context for someone in a managerial role. You will begin to understand budgeting, cost-volume-profit analysis, and much more

Intro Accounting Classes available:
Financial Accounting 1 (FMGT 1115)
Mon/Wed @ 12:30-2:20
Tues/Thurs @ 2:30-4:20
Tues @ 12:30-2:20
Wed @ 12:30-2:20
WWW all online

Accounting For Managers (FMGT 1116)
Tues/Thurs @ 8:30-10:20
WWW w/online lectures Wed @ 8:30-10:20
WWW all online

Search for courses here: https://langara.ca/reg-guide/index.html
Apply here: https://langara.ca/admissions/apply-to-langara/index.html

LSM Consulting Club & Case Competition Drop-in Information Session

When: May 14 between 10AM and 3PM
Where: A Building Main Foyer

Looking to build up your personal portfolio and get recognition for your business ideas? Whether you're an accounting, economics, marketing, MIS, HR, operations management, or any other type of student in the Langara School of Management, the new Langara Case Competition commencing this Fall is a great way to show off your knowledge. Unsure if you're ready for this sort of challenge? No worries! These competitions are beginner friendly. Come and have a chat with our club's leadership team to learn more about the developmental workshops we hold as well as these competitions!

When was the last time you went without technology for 24 hours? No social media, no email, no facetime, no TV, no video games. A complete break from technology - when was this for you? What did you do with your time? Did you feel more focussed? More productive? More relaxed? More stressed?

We know most students are probably working this week, but hopefully, you might find some time for your family, friends, a good book, and time to relax.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Spring Break!

What is your favourite work-out? Is it going for a hike on the North Shore? or Snowboarding at Grouse? Why do you work out? Do you feel better?

We know most students are probably working this week, but hopefully, you might find some time for your family, friends, a good book, and time to relax.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Spring Break!

What we your favourite book as a child? Do you have a favourite genre to read when relaxing? Do you like Sci-fi, or biographies, or historical fiction?

We know most students are probably working this week, but hopefully, you might find some time for your family, friends, a good book, and time to relax.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Spring Break!

Self-care includes taking time to relax. Relaxing can mean many things - yoga, reading, cooking, having friends over, playing a video game - what relaxation look like to you? What helps you to relax when you're stressed out?

We know most students are probably working this week, but hopefully, you might find some time for your family, friends, a good book, and time to relax.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Spring Break!

While some students have family locally, other students may not. How are you able to spend time with your family on Family Day? Going for dinner? Having a Zoom or Facetime chat? It's important to stay connected to those we love and care about, regardless of where we, or they are. Staying healthy includes staying connected to those most important in our lives.

We know most students are probably working this week, but hopefully, you might find some time for your family, friends, a good book, and time to relax.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Spring Break!