Arbutus College was established in 2002, with the key objective to provide students with a unique business and communication educational structure not available elsewhere in Vancouver. Various surveys conducted with over 1000 graduates from the College reflect a high level of satisfaction in their chosen programs of study. As a result, their students have increased confidence to compete for good positions in the job market.
Arbutus’ Mission is to offer quality education that integrates communication and professional skills to prepare graduates for success in the global workplace. Their Vision is to create a dynamic learning community where students from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds can prepare to meet the challenges of the world.
Arbutus College is a certified designated private training institution by British Columbia’s Private Training Institution Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training. Arbutus College maintains local control over curriculum, policies, procedures and daily operations. The College shares organizational structures, administrative computer systems, and support systems with EduCo, its parent organization. All recruitment, student services and policies, as well as administration and fiscal management, are administered and overseen locally by Arbutus College’s management team.
473 West Hastings Street
Vancouver BC V6B 1L4 Canada
- Eligibility to work. Students can work while pursuing their studies. Arbutus College programs are recognized by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT), and the Canadian Institute of Management.
- Convenient and manageable study schedules. This is perfect for students who want to work while studying.
- Co-op placements. Arbutus College helps students apply classroom learning to real-world scenarios related to their program of study through guaranteed co-op placements.
- Pathways. Arbutus College offers pathways to universities and other higher education providers to students who complete their programs.
- Supportive community. The faculty and staff at Arbutus College are experts in international student success. Students have a strong support system on campus.
