Are you ready to challenge yourself, think critically, and lead with bold ideas? You are invited to discover what sets our Management Programs apart. Join us for an exclusive event on campus for prospective students where you’ll gain insight into the future of business and explore the endless possibilities that come with a UTM education.
December 4, 2025
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Thank you for attending!
Event will be on-campus
Innovation Complex Rotunda
3359 Mississauga Road
Mississauga, ON
Dinner appetizers will be provided
Dietary restrictions will be accommodated, as requested.
Free parking will be available
Available in Lot P5 for registered vehicles. After registering for the event, you will receive an email with full instructions.
What to expect
You’ll hear from inspiring faculty and successful alumni who will share their experiences and insights. Learn about our cutting-edge curriculum, opportunities for hands-on learning, and the vibrant UTM community. Get a taste of the student experience and discover why UTM is the ideal place to start your journey.
Discover
Whether you're curious about accounting, finance, marketing, or management, this is your chance to connect, ask questions, and envision your future at UTM. From admissions to student life, we’ve got you covered!
Explore
Learn about the distinctive features that make our program a top choice for future leaders. Explore interactive booths covering everything from our academic programs and courses to our co-op and internships, UTM’s student services and supports, and more.
Connect
Engage with those who have walked the path you’re about to take. Connect with current students and alumni, and hear about their pathways at UTM and beyond.
Event Schedule
5:30pm – 6:00pm
Arrival, refreshments, and booth circulation
Event MC: Professor Tanya Kirsch
6:00pm – 6:10pm
Welcome and introductory remarks
6:10pm – 6:30pm
Keynote: The most powerful predictor of team success
6:30pm – 6:45pm
Fireside chat
Aryan Kadzadeh Student
Sit in and enjoy a relaxed dialogue between Professor Tanya Kirsch and Aryan Kadzadeh, a current UTM student.
6:45pm – 7:30pm
Booth circulation & reception
7:30pm
End of event
Meet Dr. Rafael Chiuzi
Rafael Chiuzi, Ph.D., is an Organizational Psychologist and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he teaches Organizational Behaviour and Leadership. A three-time TEDx Speaker with over 350,000 views on his talks, Dr. Chiuzi brings a unique blend of academic expertise and real-world insight into how people and organizations thrive. His teaching and research focus on leadership, teamwork, and psychological safety, helping students and professionals unlock their potential in complex, fast-changing environments. Passionate about inspiring the next generation of leaders, he combines science, storytelling, and humour to make learning truly transformative.
Meet Professor Tanya Kirsch
Tanya's interests lie in both Finance and Accounting, where she has gained global experience, having worked in Canada and South Africa. Tanya has worked at major accounting firms, where her responsibilities included training, both internally and for clients. She has also worked at small and large asset management companies, managing balanced funds, as well as specialist equity funds, with a particular interest in socially responsible investing. Her experience includes exposure to various business sectors, and she has been able to incorporate this breadth of experience into her teaching. Tanya has taught both Accounting and Finance at prestigious universities in Canada, as well as at clients in commerce and industry. Tanya also serves as a provincial reviewer for the CPA Canada Common Final Exam.
Tanya’s research interest lies in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). She is interested in finding engaging ways to enhance her students’ learning. Tanya has presented her approach of incorporating learning strategies in her finance lectures by sharing “Learning How to Learn” mini-tips with her students each week. More recently she has presented on her SoTL work relating to the development of student micro-communities through creating small student groups where students develop goals and have weekly discussions around the themes of wellness and life-skills.