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UWINNIPEG.CA A STUDENT-CENTRED APPROACH TO GRADUATE STUDIES THE SUCCESS OF OUR STUDENTS IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT Professor: Xiao-Yuan Dong SEEKING EQUALITY Xiao-Yuan Dong is an economics professor at UWinnipeg, and an adjunct professor at Peking University in China. She researches China's economic transition and development, with an emphasis on labour and gender issues. Dong's recent work, in collaboration with Peking University and the International Development Research Center of Canada, documents the impact of caregiving on Chinese women's employment, earnings, mental health, and pension incomes. The study found that Chinese women work signi cantly longer hours than men and face limited employment opportunities due to caregiving responsibilities. "While economic growth is of critical importance for a developing country, the growth will not be sustainable if its bene ts are not widely shared," says Dong. Student: Chukwudi Ezeani GROWING SUSTAINABLY Chukwudi Ezeani is pursuing a Master of Arts in Environmental, Resource and Development Economics (ERDE). A native of Nigeria, he moved to Canada in 2016 after earning his bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Nigeria. Witnessing Africa's economic state rsthand inspired Ezeani to pursue economics as a means to effect positive change in the world. Despite much of the continent being underdeveloped, Ezeani sees potential for Africa to be a leader in sustainable growth. "If African nations can tap into the insights of others, they have an opportunity to chart a course towards industrializing in a cleaner way using solar, hydro, and wind energy." Ezeani plans to obtain a PhD in economics, and eventually work on policy with the Canadian government. His long-term goal is to return to Africa. Alumnus: Trevor Shaw INFORMING CANADIANS As a scal manager for the Parliamentary Budget Of cer in Ottawa, Trevor Shaw is responsible for providing non- partisan projections and advice on the Canadian economy and federal government nances. "Knowing that parliamentarians reference my work in very tense policy discussions helps keep me focused," he says. Shaw's work also informs Canadians on economic issues. "Ultimately, economic data needs to resonate with ordinary people. I enjoy taking complex questions with uncertain answers and boiling them down to key things the public should be aware of — trends in the economy, or nancial issues the government may be facing." Shaw credits the instruction in UWinnipeg's economics program with helping to prepare him for his master's studies and guiding his passions towards a dream career. • Economics analyzes how societies provide for their well-being, and the choices that must be made to do so. It studies the competition and cooperation that arises among individuals, private organizations, and governments in the process of allocating scarce resources for a variety of different uses. • Studies lead to a Bachelor of Arts (3-Year, 4-Year, or Honours) with a major in economics, as well as a Master of Arts in Environmental, Resource and Development Economics (ERDE). • An economics and nance program is also available as either a Bachelor of Arts (4-Year) or a Bachelor of Business Administration (4-Year). A BA in economics can lead to employment in business, nancial services, government, and international organizations. Graduate level studies can lead to university teaching positions, independent consultancies, and research. ECONOMICS Our innovative graduate programs feature intersectional, inter-disciplinary approaches to advanced study. Many include professionalization opportunities, internships and practicum placements. All train students in small cohorts. Scholarships, assistantships, and bursaries are available. Contact: gradstudies@uwinnipeg.ca UWinnipeg's Professional, Applied and Continuing Education (PACE) blends university-level academics with practical hands-on experience to fully expand students' potential. PACE programs specialize in high-growth career elds with strong employment prospects and are taught by accomplished industry professionals. APPLY OR REGISTER NOW: STILL ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS Take the courses you need to further or complete your bachelor's degree. Space is available in select fall term courses, including in the areas of: anthropology, rhetoric & communications, languages, women's & gender studies, criminal justice, and more. Applications for Fall 2018 open in November! Learn more at uwinnipeg.ca/icr DIVERSITY OF LEARNING MASTERS PROGRAMS INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE Applications for Fall 2018 open in November! UWinnipeg is noted for academic excellence, Indigenous inclusion, environmental commitment, small class sizes, and campus diversity. DISCOVER HOW TO MAKE AN IMPACT Whether you want to change the world or nurture your own neighborhood: start here. Connect with open-minded learners, caring professors, and brilliant researchers. Inspire — and be inspired by — others who share your passion to do something special. We will embrace who you are — and help transform you into the leader you're going to be. GAIN KNOWLEDGE OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE AND CULTURE Indigenous learning is part of the undergraduate degree requirements for all new UWinnipeg students. It help students understand the history, cultures, contemporary issues, languages, and ways of knowing of Indigenous peoples — preparing them to engage in a society where reconciliation is an important reality. 600+ full-time, part-time, and online options available!

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