- Description
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In 2019, RBC Future Launch and Riipen launched a partnership with the goal of increasing access to high-impact work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities for Canadian post-secondary students Our shared mission: to help prepare learners, particularly those from underserved communities, for the Future of Work. By the end of 2022, the RBC-Riipen partnership has delivered over 27,000 online WIL experiences, to a wide diversity of learners and educational partners across Canada with the potential of delivering over 250,000 by 2026.
- Portal website
- https://www.rbc.com/en/future-launch
Subportals experiences
Business Management Project/Finance
This experience focuses on two separate groups equipping learners with the skills to develop comprehensive marketing plans and financial plans for businesses. Learners will leverage their understanding of business dynamics , cultural considerations, and market analysis to create actionable strategies and solid financial plans and projections. By collaborating with local enterprises, learners will gain practical insights into the complexities of business enterprises in a Canadian environment
Statistics for Data Analysis Project - W25
DAT 101
The course is part of the Data Analytics certificate program. Students in the program are adult learners with a post-secondary degree/diploma in computer science, engineering, business, etc. This course introduces descriptive statistics, basic inferential statistics, linear regression, and probability concepts and calculations. Practical application activities in the course focus on how statistical methods are used in the analysis of data. Common statistical and programming tools will be introduced and employed in order to demonstrate how significant and insightful information is collected, used, and applied to problem-solving processes.
Integrated Marketing Communications Project for Promotions Strategy Course
MARK3340-002
This experience immerses learners in the practical application of integrated marketing communications (IMC) strategies. Participants will leverage their understanding of promotional techniques such as advertising, sales promotions, public relations, and personal selling to design cohesive marketing campaigns. By setting promotional objectives, planning budgets, and evaluating media forms, learners will gain hands-on experience in crafting and executing effective communication strategies. This experience is ideal for industry professionals seeking innovative solutions for short-term marketing challenges.
ACE Project Space - Industry Project Winter 2025
The ACE Project Space is an interactive workspace where students, entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations and corporations collaborate to bring unique ideas to life. With the guidance of experienced staff and faculty, students of the Business Information Technology, Business Technology Management and Information Security programs work with industry clients to create prototypes, products and services that can be introduced to the market. ACE Project Space - Industry Project Demonstration of skills acquired in the student’s respective program of application development, data science, security, and IT Operations Project Dates Each employer will post 2 projects in the experience. These have set start and end dates: Project 1: January 20 - 31, 2025 Project 2: February 5 - 19, 2025 Phases and Activities Initiation Project kickoff and upskilling Requirements gathering Project Charter Proof of concept technical solution Design Infrastructure set up Initial development of basic components Wireframing Determine database structure or data models Initial security evaluation Develop & Test UX testing Feature development Feature testing Data labeling Model training Vulnerability assessment Solution Launch & Transition Technical manual User manual Code handoff Solution presentation Skills development Depending on the program of study a number of potential skills are developed Coding a comprehensive business solution based on client requirements Creating and training data models for predictive analytics Assessing application vulnerabilities and suggesting mitigation Creating business documentation outlining the requirements of a technical solution Communicating with a client regarding the progress of the technical solution Facilitating meetings with clients Performing analysis on client needs and designing a technical solution
Recent experiences
Training and Development Project Design
MGHD26H3
This experience focuses on equipping learners with the skills to design and implement effective training and development programs within an organizational setting. Participants will gain insights into conducting needs analysis, designing training content, and evaluating training effectiveness. By applying these skills, learners can assist companies in enhancing their workforce capabilities through targeted training initiatives. The experience is ideal for projects that require a structured approach to developing training solutions that align with organizational goals.
Computer Systems Technology - Course Project
CST
Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on students from Saskatchewan Polytechnic to be your student-consultants, in a project-based experience. Students will work on one main project over the course of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Students in this program/course study and employ practical and theoretical concepts obtained in first year systems analysis and design courses by building an IT system. They will work as part of a development team on an IT problem for an external industry client. Their project will include the production and demonstration of functioning components of the system each release within deadlines set out in their project management documentation
Object-Oriented Graphical User Interface (Lakehead University)
ESOF-2570-WA
Do you have a programming or GUI challenge you would like to tackle? In this project, students working in teams will use object-oriented approaches to solve Graphical User Interface (GUI) problems. Topics include object-oriented concepts including inheritance, polymorphism, exception handling, graphics and GUI design techniques. Types of projects that students can work on: Projects that require Object-Oriented and Java programming components.
Effective TESL Classroom Strategies with Niagara College
P0305
This experience focuses on enhancing workplace communication skills and professionalism through practical application in ESL classroom settings. Learners will apply their knowledge by analyzing teaching situations, developing strategies to solve language learning challenges, and enhancing lesson effectiveness. They will also evaluate the impact of classroom dynamics and teacher behavior on the learning environment. By collaborating with mentors and peers, learners will refine their teaching practices and prepare a professional portfolio, showcasing their ability to adapt and implement effective teaching strategies.