Georgian College maintains high rank in graduate employment and satisfaction

According to survey results released by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Georgian’s ranking in four key performance indicators are higher than the provincial average and an increase over last year’s results.

Results showed 90.3 per cent of Georgian graduates surveyed found work within six months of graduation. This is a three per cent increase over last year’s result and well above the average of all Ontario colleges, which is 85.7 per cent. Georgian’s graduate satisfaction rate also increased over last year to 82.5% and is three per cent higher than the provincial average.

“We are extremely gratified to maintain our standing as a leading Ontario college for graduate employment,” says Georgian College President and CEO MaryLynn West-Moynes. “Our faculty, staff and employer partners work together to create an unparalleled experience for our students – an experience that connects students to the skills and work experience they need to succeed. In today’s competitive job market, the most important thing we do is prepare graduates to thrive.”

West-Moynes says Georgian offers more than 125 industry-relevant and innovative programs with faculty members who maintain close connections with business owners and hiring managers. This ensures that program content is always relevant to the changing needs of employers.

“Local employers recognize the value of a Georgian education and although our graduates can work in any country around the world, many choose rewarding careers close to home, while others come to Canada to study with hopes of securing gainful employment after graduation,” says West-Moynes. “Georgian and our employer partners are committed to the economic growth and stability of the region and our graduates are a key to that success and growth.”

A pioneer in co-op programs in the province, Georgian continues to be a leader in the field. Georgian has the highest percentage of students enrolled in paid co-op work terms in the Ontario college system.

In total, 6,200 employers partner with Georgian to offer student work experiences, including co-op, internship, placement and field experience.

All of Georgian’s full-time programs include hands-on experiences in workplaces, on campus, or in the community. Most offer a formal work-integrated learning opportunity, ranging from paid co-op terms to internships and field placements. The co-op research findings were gathered by the Institutional Research department of Georgian College.