SKIR Ski Resort Operations
Jump into an exciting career!
Catch some serious "big air" in the Ski Resort Operations two year diploma course. If you want to enjoy recreational paradise and get paid for it, hit the slopes with a faculty team that are experienced in the industry and can expose you to a wide variety of careers! Focus on industry specific courses and prepare for a exciting paid field placement. Equip yourself for success in an exciting career in one of the world's largest and fastest growing hospitality, tourism and recreation fields.
What's Special
Georgian College has a reputation for innovation and excellence. We have a 94% graduate placement rate which is the highest amongst colleges across Ontario! Our Ski Resort Operations graduates are working at fine resorts and snow industry organizations such as Panorama, Whistler/Blackcomb, Blue Mountain and Hockley Valley to name a few. You can earn recognized industry certifications and participate in JibFest - a student run rail jam! The Ski Resort operations program is a direct result of the ongoing commitment between the Snow sports industry and Georgian College. Our industry partnerships and support include memberships with: Ontario Ski Council, Canada Ski Instructor's Alliance, Ontario Ski Resort Association, National Ski Areas Association.
Careers
There is huge employment potential in various fields such as: Snow and destination resorts, Sports stores, Special Event Planning, Product Suppliers, Event Management companies, Travel companies and Trade magazines, Adventure operations, Movie and Photography companies, Marketing and Guest Services, Ski patrol and Snow hosting, Entrepreneurial Adventures! Think you know snow? Get into Ski Resort Operations at Georgian College!