Sprott Student for a Day
Friday, January 30, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- In-person event
- Nicol, Carleton University
- 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6
Join us for a Sprott PD Day! Spend an afternoon with us and experience a day in the life as a Sprott Student! Meet current students, faculty, and staff, explore your program, and get ready to launch your education in business!
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Arrival – Main Lobby 1:00 p.m. | Check in and connect with your group mentor. |
| Open Panel Discussion 1:20 – 2:30 p.m. | Hear from current students sharing insights on key topics, including: – Jobs and career paths – Co‑op and experiential learning – Time management and student life – Clubs and campus activities This is a great chance to ask questions and hear real student experiences. |
| Activity #1 – Select one Group Session 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. | 1. Accounting / Finance Group Learn about our student‑run investment fund and participate in a stock pitch workshop. 2. Management / International Business Group Attend a workshop led by current students Explore International Business and Management topics to understand the adaptations necessary to be successful in a diverse business world. 3. Entrepreneurship / Marketing Group Learn about the value of marketing and entrepreneurship in driving customers to your business. Work in teams to solve a real‑world business challenge. 4. Business Analytics / Information Systems Group Dive into analytics concepts and tools that drive business decisions and outcomes. |
| Activity #2 – Select one Group Session 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | 1. CPA Session: Learn about the CPA designation and career paths within the Accounting Industry. 2. Future Learning Lab: Discover innovative study spaces and resources available to Carleton students to promote academic success. 3. GO-ISSO International Student Exchange: Learn more about Carleton’s study abroad and international opportunities to add to your degree. |
| Wrap Up 4:30 – 5:00 p.m. | Get your dinner and basketball game tickets! |
| Dinner – Terranga Commons Dining Hall 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Enjoy dinner with your mentor, other admitted students, professors, and staff. Ask questions and get to know the community! |
| CU Ravens Basketball Game 6:00 p.m. | Head to the game to cheer on the teams and experience what it means to be a Raven! Women’s basketball game starts at 6:00 p.m. Men’s basketball game starts at 8:00 p.m. |