School Subject: Computer-related Courses

  • Telecommunication Carriers Managers

    Legacy duties

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a telecommunications establishment, department or facility
    • Consult with senior managers to establish policies concerned with the development, operation and maintenance of telecommunications services
    • Direct and control telecommunications traffic volume and flow within assigned area, through subordinate supervisors and technical staff
    • Analyze and evaluate telecommunications installation, operation and maintenance services and make recommendations for improvement
    • Ensure compliance with telecommunications regulations and directives of government regulatory agencies
    • Liaise with representatives of related or connecting companies to resolve joint telecommunications problems and ensure efficient telecommunications system operations
    • Recruit personnel and oversee their training.
  • Financial Managers

    Legacy duties

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operation of an accounting, audit or other financial department
    • Develop and implement the financial policies, systems and procedures of an establishment
    • Prepare or co-ordinate the preparation of financial statements, summaries, and other cost-benefit analyses and financial management reports
    • Co-ordinate the financial planning and budget process, and analyze and correct estimates
    • Supervise the development and implementation of financial simulation models
    • Evaluate financial reporting systems, accounting procedures and investment activities and make recommendations for changes to procedures, operating systems, budgets and other financial control functions to senior managers and other department or regional managers
    • Recruit, organize, train and manage staff
    • Act as liaison between the organization and its shareholders, the investing public and external financial analysts
    • Establish profitability standards for investment activities and handle mergers and/or acquisitions
    • Notify and report to senior management concerning any trends that are critical to the organization's financial performance.
  • Sales, Marketing and Advertising Managers

    Legacy duties

    • Sales managers plan, direct and evaluate the activities of sales departments in commercial, industrial, wholesale and other non-retail establishments.
    • Marketing managers establish distribution networks for products and services, initiate market research studies and analyze their findings, assist in product development, and direct and evaluate the marketing strategies of establishments.
    • Advertising managers plan, direct and evaluate the activities of firms and departments that develop and implement advertising campaigns to promote the sales of products and services.
    • Public relations managers direct and evaluate establishments and departments that develop and implement communication strategies and information programs, publicize activities and events, and maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations.
    • E-business managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the design, development and maintenance of Internet and Intranet sites to manage an organization's Internet presence including public relations, communications and commercial activities.
  • Supervisors, Recording, Distributing and Scheduling Occupations

    Legacy duties

    • Co-ordinate, assign and review the work of clerks engaged in the following duties: shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and maintaining inventories of materials, parts and products, processing purchasing transactions, co-ordinating production work, dispatching crews, scheduling transportation crews and routes, operating airport ramp servicing vehicles, and other related activities
    • Establish work schedules and procedures and co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
    • Resolve work-related problems and prepare and submit progress and other reports
    • Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
    • Requisition supplies and materials
    • Ensure smooth operation of computer systems, equipment and machinery and arrange for maintenance and repair work
    • May perform the same duties as workers supervised.
  • Retail Trade Managers

    Legacy duties

    • Plan, direct and evaluate the operations of establishments engaged in retail sales or of departments in such establishments
    • Manage staff and assign duties
    • Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
    • Determine merchandise and services to be sold, and implement price and credit policies
    • Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
    • Develop and implement marketing strategies
    • Plan budgets and authorize expenditures
    • Resolve customer complaints
    • Determine staffing requirements and hire or oversee hiring of staff.
  • Financial Accountants

    Legacy duties

    • Plan, set up and administer accounting systems and prepare financial information for an individual, department, company or other establishment
    • Examine accounting records and prepare financial statements and reports
    • Develop and maintain cost finding, reporting and internal control procedures
    • Examine financial accounts and records and prepare income tax returns from accounting records
    • Analyze financial statements and reports and provide financial, business and tax advice
    • May act as a trustee in bankruptcy proceedings
    • May supervise and train articling students, other accountants or administrative technicians.
  • Financial Auditors

    Legacy duties

    • Examine and analyze journal and ledger entries, bank statements, inventories, expenditures, tax returns and other accounting and financial records, documents and systems of an individual, department, company or other establishment to ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures and internal controls
    • Prepare detailed reports on audit findings and make recommendations to improve individual or establishment's accounting and management practices
    • Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements
    • May supervise other auditors or professionals in charge of accounting within client's establishment.
  • Library, Archive, Museum and Art Gallery Managers

    Legacy duties

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of a library or library system, archive or archive system, museum or art gallery or a technical department within such an institution
    • Develop and administer policies and programs
    • Prepare and administer budgets
    • Develop, promote and implement public relations and promotional programs
    • Prepare funding and grant applications and proposals
    • Prepare operational and financial reports, analyses and recommendations
    • Recruit and provide training for professional, technical and clerical staff
    • May perform the duties of a librarian, archivist or curator in smaller institutions.
    • Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers may specialize in a specific type of collection.
  • Archivists

    Archivists collect, appraise, arrange, describe, and preserve records and other materials with long-term value. They help make collections easier to search by creating finding aids, databases, and other reference tools. They may answer public or internal questions, support researchers, and help people use records safely. Archivists also check the condition of items, recommend proper storage, and work to protect materials from damage. In some workplaces, they digitize records or manage electronic files so information stays accessible over time. Their work supports organizations, governments, museums, universities, and other groups that keep important records.