Tatyana Burylova

Tatyana Burylova
Graduate Niagara College 2012

Studied under the International Business Management (Postgraduate Program) program. After graduating from university, he worked at Tecvalco Ltd., Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada as a project manager.

There were several reasons that influenced my decision to move to Canada. Firstly, I really wanted to be fluent in English. Learning English in Russia was not easy; there was not enough practice. Secondly, there was a burning desire to obtain a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from a university that is among the Top 25 best universities in the world. Thirdly, I did not see any prospects and opportunities for self-realization in Russia. After a painstaking analysis of the countries, I chose Canada – a country that amazingly combines quality education, which is recognized anywhere in the world, and affordable prices. 

Niagara College helped me achieve my goals. The college provided the necessary information base needed to work in a Canadian company, and also helped a lot with adaptation to the country. Niagara College has very good support from the international department, where they will answer any question and help you with immigration documents. All courses in the International Business Management program are practical, i.e. Outside the College, you can apply the acquired knowledge in your work. Also, I would like to note that for me the College was an excellent addition to my resume for admission to the MBA program. 

At Niagara College I liked all the subjects. Excellent teachers and up-to-date educational material. I can’t say that there was one course that was my favorite. But still, courses such as finance, marketing, and logistics were closest to my soul. 

I had a very interesting experience under the Co-op program, which for me ended in employment. I will always remember my first day of practice, it was a wonderful day. The President and CEO of the company, who is also its owner, introduced me to the employees, gave me a tour of the territory, told me what the company was doing, what they wanted to change, and what goals the company had for the future. Having learned that I have experience in procurement, as well as in modeling and describing business processes, the president of the company instructed me to correct and describe the company’s business processes, as well as prepare documentation for participation in bidding, which took place in one of the largest Canadian gas distribution companies. At the end of my internship, I was asked to stay with the company as a project manager. 

I would like to note that practice for students – this is a great chance to see with your own eyes what business is like in Canada and what it is based on, as well as to establish yourself and gain work experience abroad. 

Currently I work as a project manager in a Canadian company that supplies equipment for the gas industry. I really like that it is a versatile job with a wide range of responsibilities. I don't have any days that are alike. I am also very pleased that the company’s team is close-knit and friendly. We have an excellent working atmosphere in our company. 

This is my first experience working in a foreign company. In Russia, I worked in the energy industry for more than 6 years, working in logistics and procurement. 

I believe that Niagara College graduates have a pretty good chance of finding a decent job in Canada. Although, of course, a lot depends on whether the graduate can show his strengths and his uniqueness during the interview in order to interest the employer. I’ll tell you a secret, all the students from my graduation (2012) who wanted to found work in different provinces of Canada.

It may turn out that you will be offered a job not exactly in the field or position you would like. Don't be discouraged, get started and get your first work experience in Canada. This experience is priceless. Over time, you can change everything. 

I had no desire to return to Russia. My adaptation to Canada and Canadian culture was very quick and painless. I feel very comfortable here. Canada has excellent conditions for personal growth and good prospects for the future. 

I would like to wish all students and those who are just startinghe strives to become them with luck and faith in his own strength. If you have the opportunity to study abroad, you are lucky because you find yourself in a world of unlimited possibilities. Don’t be discouraged if something doesn’t work out for you the first time, keep moving in the direction you have chosen and everything will definitely work out.