Are you considering starting your own business?
We want to hear from you!
The Centre for Women in Business is a university business development centre (UBDC), based on the Mount Saint Vincent University campus. We strive to connect business owners to the resources of the university, and also to provide students with real world business experience. We are here to assist, encourage and guide you in the right direction!
Making your educational experience even better.
Want to get extra points to increase your GPA? Enroll in the Learning Passports Program for Business Tourism and Hospitality Management students. You can work on extra curricular activities that add value to your program of study, attend a networking event, participate in a workshop at the CWB, or work with one of our members on a real-life business project. (Must be approved by your BTHM Learning Passport Advisor).
We work closely with the BTHM Department to bring you entrepreneurial activities and conferences, for example: BTHM conference, and the Social Enterprise for a Day.
Or perhaps you are considering entrepreneurship yourself, and need help writing a business plan, or advice on relevant coursework: Contact us to speak with one of our expert Business Advisors.
Nora Perry nora.perry@msvu.ca
(902) 457-6320
Laurie Sinclair msvu.ca
(902) 457-5538
We are happy to visit your class to speak about entrepreneurship, help connect you with our clients to participate in panel discussions, and provide information on getting started in business.
Check out your frosh pack in September for an exciting opportunity to
connect with the CWB and a chance to win a great prize!
Are you a distance education student? Call us today to see how we can help you too!
Client – student matching.
We are dedicated to providing interested students with resources, assistance, and learning opportunities to ensure success in the business world. This is why the Centre matches our clients with students for specific course assignments. For business owners, this provides invaluable access to new ideas, research and assistance with key business needs. For students, it’s an opportunity to experience working with real clients, and to find out more about what business operations are all about.
Turn your education into a business.
If you are a current student or even a recent graduate, have you thought about where you’ll go next? Would you like to use the skills and knowledge you’ve gained through your education to start your own business? If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you!
The Centre can assist you in turning your education into a business venture. Let us help guide you through the entrepreneurial journey.
We offer:
- Business advice and resources
- Business plan and market research guides
- Networking opportunities
- Entrepreneurship training
- Course resources
Got an idea how we can help you learn more about entrepreneurship? Lets discuss it!
Ask us!
Do you have a question about starting your own business? Do you have an entrepreneurial/business project and need help? Do you need to be linked with a local business owner? Just ask us - we'd be happy to help.
Discover the opportunities business ownership holds for you!
We’re located on the 2nd floor of the Meadows and our hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
To book a session:
Contact the Centre by email or phone (902) 457-6320.
Can’t wait?
Ask your question via our eAdvisor, and a member of our advisory team will contact you with an answer.