How a Canadian Degree Shapes Your Career Journey
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
10:00 AM EST
Zoom
Ann Welsh
Associate Director, International Relations, Schulich School of Business
Schulich School of Business, York University Ann Welsh is the Associate Director, International Relations at the Schulich School of Business. She is also a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) with over a decade of experience in Canadian immigration law and previously held the role of International Student Support Specialist, directly supporting Schulich's international student community. Before joining Schulich, Ann worked at a leading Canadian immigration law firm and within the non-profit sector supporting newcomers to Canada.
Dr. Minerva Cernea
Director, Centre for Career Design (CCD)
Schulich School of Business She is the Director of the newly created unit, including the Center for Career Design and the Professional Development and Experiential Education (PD&EE) Office for the Schulich School of Business, York University, and the Chair of the Board for Venture 2 Impact. She brings a breadth of leadership experience across sectors, functions, and geographies. Over the past ten years at the Schulich School of Business, she has held several impactful roles, including four years leading the development and growth of the PD&EE Office and six years of supporting the International MBA program. In her roles at Schulich, she is also teaching and coaching MBA and Tech MBA students, designing and delivering Professional Development courses, and creating experiential education opportunities for our students in the Schulich School of Business. Prior to joining Schulich, she spent 18 years in Executive Search, completing over 450 senior-level searches across 18 countries, from North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, and leading global teams and an Industrial practice group. Early career includes roles in marketing and research engineering. Her academic background—an MSc in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, an International EMBA in General Management, and a PhD in International Psychology (Organizations & Systems)—further informs my holistic approach to career development and organizational success.
Carl Sachs
Director, Recruitment and Admissions
Schulich School of Business He has over 10 years experience in educational and student service settings in Canada and overseas. He is positive, enthusiastic leader with experience driving growth in international recruitment and admissions through innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. He is a relationship builder with strong communications and customer relationship management skills. He has knowledge and expertise in the Canadian higher education marketplace.
Kunal Anand
Alumni
Schulich School of Business He is the Director of Product for CoCounsel Legal at Thomson Reuters, where he leads teams building GenAI-powered skills, workflows, and agents for legal professionals. A Schulich School of Business alumnus, he graduated in 2020 after joining the Winter 2019 cohort during the height of the pandemic. During his time at Schulich, he served as a student government leader (GBC), representing student insights and working closely with international relations, student services, and the IT department. He also proposed, implemented, and launched OneSchulich to enhance student engagement—a platform that continues to be used today. His immigration journey reflects resilience and adaptability. After initially applying for permanent residency from India, he began his Schulich journey as an international student in January 2019, received PR in April 2019, completed the remainder of the program as a domestic student, and became a proud Canadian citizen in August 2024.
Associate Director, International Relations, Schulich School of Business
Schulich School of Business, York University Ann Welsh is the Associate Director, International Relations at the Schulich School of Business. She is also a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) with over a decade of experience in Canadian immigration law and previously held the role of International Student Support Specialist, directly supporting Schulich's international student community. Before joining Schulich, Ann worked at a leading Canadian immigration law firm and within the non-profit sector supporting newcomers to Canada.
Director, Centre for Career Design (CCD)
Schulich School of Business She is the Director of the newly created unit, including the Center for Career Design and the Professional Development and Experiential Education (PD&EE) Office for the Schulich School of Business, York University, and the Chair of the Board for Venture 2 Impact. She brings a breadth of leadership experience across sectors, functions, and geographies. Over the past ten years at the Schulich School of Business, she has held several impactful roles, including four years leading the development and growth of the PD&EE Office and six years of supporting the International MBA program. In her roles at Schulich, she is also teaching and coaching MBA and Tech MBA students, designing and delivering Professional Development courses, and creating experiential education opportunities for our students in the Schulich School of Business. Prior to joining Schulich, she spent 18 years in Executive Search, completing over 450 senior-level searches across 18 countries, from North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, and leading global teams and an Industrial practice group. Early career includes roles in marketing and research engineering. Her academic background—an MSc in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, an International EMBA in General Management, and a PhD in International Psychology (Organizations & Systems)—further informs my holistic approach to career development and organizational success.
Director, Recruitment and Admissions
Schulich School of Business He has over 10 years experience in educational and student service settings in Canada and overseas. He is positive, enthusiastic leader with experience driving growth in international recruitment and admissions through innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. He is a relationship builder with strong communications and customer relationship management skills. He has knowledge and expertise in the Canadian higher education marketplace.
Alumni
Schulich School of Business He is the Director of Product for CoCounsel Legal at Thomson Reuters, where he leads teams building GenAI-powered skills, workflows, and agents for legal professionals. A Schulich School of Business alumnus, he graduated in 2020 after joining the Winter 2019 cohort during the height of the pandemic. During his time at Schulich, he served as a student government leader (GBC), representing student insights and working closely with international relations, student services, and the IT department. He also proposed, implemented, and launched OneSchulich to enhance student engagement—a platform that continues to be used today. His immigration journey reflects resilience and adaptability. After initially applying for permanent residency from India, he began his Schulich journey as an international student in January 2019, received PR in April 2019, completed the remainder of the program as a domestic student, and became a proud Canadian citizen in August 2024.Trying to make sense of Canadian immigration updates and what professional life in Canada looks like for international students right now? This session is designed to provide practical, current guidance to help you plan your next steps with more confidence. You will hear from immigration experts on recent changes to Canadian immigration policy, including updates affecting master’s students (such as the removal of caps for master’s programs), and what these changes can mean for study permits, eligibility for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), and longer-term pathways. You will also hear from career experts at Schulich’s Centre for Career Design on career outcomes in Canada today, how international students can set realistic expectations, and the strategies that help students position themselves for employment success during and after their studies. A Schulich alumnus will also share their real experience navigating the transition from international student to working professional and permanent resident. The session will conclude with a live Q&A so you can bring your questions and leave with clearer, actionable takeaways.
Understanding Canadian Immigration Changes
Dispelling Myths and Misconceptions
Navigating the Immigration Process
Expert Insights
Practical Tips and Strategies Exclusive Application fee waivers
Exclusive Schulich Scholarships from SEED Scholarship Fund
Known as Canada's Global Business School, the Schulich School of Business in Toronto is consistently ranked among the world's leading business schools by global rankings such as LinkedIn and QS. Global, innovative, and diverse, Schulich offers business programs year-round at its state-of-the-art complex at York University. The School also maintains strategic academic partnerships with top institutions across North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America offering students access to global learning and international perspectives. Schulich is home to one of the largest portfolios of one-year, career-focused Specialized Masters programs in North America. With nine distinct degrees in high-demand fields, developed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure graduates are career-ready. Schulich also offers one of Canada's most flexible and sought-after MBA programs, with full-time, part-time, accelerated, and specialized formats that allow students to tailor their experience to their career goals. The School pioneered North America's first cross-border Executive MBA, the Kellogg-Schulich EMBA, and remains a leader in executive education. International students benefit from Schulich's exceptional International Relations team, made up of experienced professionals, including regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants providing comprehensive support on study permits, immigration, and settling in Toronto. Offering undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate business degrees that lead to rewarding careers in the private, public, and non profit sectors, Schulich is backed by a global alumni network of over 37,000 professionals across 90+ countries.
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