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Carolina Ponce de Leon

Continuing Studies Instructor

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Bio

An industrial designer with an MBA and MIB, she brings over 18 years of experience in design, business and education. Her industry work includes high-end projects with Herman Miller and Knoll, and international market expansion for Bocci and Studio Italia Design, managing clients such as Coca-Cola, Microsoft, and HSBC. A passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, she has served as an expert panelist for StartUp Canada and consults with startups and growing businesses to foster innovation and sustainable growth.

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Courses

Course Name Department Course Code Term
Professional Practices CSPD 205 CS26/FA

Description

This course equips learners with the tools to craft compelling narratives across various mediums, including creative presentations, digital platforms, and public speaking. Students will explore the fundamental elements of storytelling-such as character, plot, and setting-while learning to adapt their stories to engage diverse audiences. The course emphasizes the power of personal, fictional, and brand storytelling, focusing on emotional resonance, empathy, and ethical considerations. By the end of the course, students will be able to craft and communicate their narratives with confidence, drawing from their unique voices to inspire, influence, and encourage thought across various fields.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class.

Upon successfully completing this course, students will receive a digital skills badge through Accredible, a digital credentialing service. To learn more about Accredible or to opt-out of receiving a digital badge for CS courses, please complete this online form.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.

Professional Practices CSPD 105 CS26/SU

Description

Introducing strategies and techniques for turning your creativity and skills into a marketable service. This course is ideal for the creative practitioner and budding entrepreneur ready to prepare a professional or business plan. Develop key elements to start your creative future, from identifing your service or product line, to conducting a market analysis, and projecting finances. Students will work on creating a basic plan that reflects their short and long term goals with the feedback and support from peers and an experienced instructor.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class.

Upon successfully completing this course, students will receive a digital skills badge through Accredible, a digital credentialing service. To learn more about Accredible or to opt-out of receiving a digital badge for CS courses, please complete this online form.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.