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Comment on Horrible Histories: “It’s history with the nasty bits left in” by Anne Donnellan

Anne Donnellan — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:14:08 +0000

My twelve-year-old son adores this program, which airs on BBC Kids (especially Stupid Deaths). He sings along with all the songs. He has also enjoyed reading the books, especially Frightful First World War. He has really gained an interest in history from this program. I wish these could be shown in schools.

Comment on The Librarian Guide to Cognitive Bias: Confirmation Bias by defining the status quo « Learning: Theory, Policy, Practice

defining the status quo « Learning: Theory, Policy, Practice — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:23:15 +0000

[...] a group, there are many possible techniques for identifying and mitigating confirmation bias (and other forms of cognitive bias: actively seeking out information from sources with perspectives different from one’s own; [...]

Comment on Studying the Canadian Securities Course by Al Bark

Al Bark — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:44:15 +0000

does this mean that there is no way to just appear for the CSC exam without having to register through the CSI and pay thousands of dollars for a set of books which you can buy for $40 on kijjii?

Comment on Studying the Canadian Securities Course by John

John — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 20:16:00 +0000

Education is a business and CSI and other institutes operates with that in mind. I have four degrees from England and Canada. all with in the last 6 years. The latest designation is a MSc in Finance and Investment Management at the University of Hertfordshire. I am not allowed to practice my education in Canada with out the CSC.

I have to purchase the package, as you are aware 900-1200 to be able to challenge the exam. However, looking at the recognition of the CSC it is the course to take. The FSA UK also recognizes this course.

At one time I could have taken it through Okanagan College while studying my BBA as an elective course. However, as a business CSI no longer allows the write of the exam with out paying for their books. No different than any other regulatory professional body.

It just really sucks when you pay for it out of your pocket with out a company helping you out. Which is why the pricing is what it is. unfortunately banks have figured this out and ask for this course as a requirement for most positions….meaning you pay.

Comment on Studying the Canadian Securities Course by 2010 Year in Review | A Curious View of the World

2010 Year in Review | A Curious View of the World — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:11:19 +0000

[...] securities / investment industry by taking a CSI prep course through the University of Toronto (my blog post on the CSI course is the most popular on this blog!): [...]

Comment on Studying the Canadian Securities Course by Bruce

Bruce — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 01:49:58 +0000

I found the CSI to be valuable and interesting in several respects. First, it helps me to read the business pages of newspapers and understand them better. Second, I am more confident about understanding my own investments. Third, it does help me understand the role of other departments at my organization better.

I can’t say for certain if you would find the CSI helpful in your role but I do have some questions for you to consider. Does your role involve working with staff/departments involved in Capital Markets or Investment Banking? Does the technology/tech projects you manage involve securities? Are you looking to make a career move into capital markets/securities? I know that many Banks have specialized IT departments that serve the needs of traders, brokers and others like that. If your work involves that (or that is where you would like to move to), then the CSI would help.

If you opt to take the CSI course directly, it costs approximately $1000 (well, $1000 for volume 1, $1000 for volume 2). Your employer may well cover some or all of the costs though.

Thanks for reading!

Comment on Studying the Canadian Securities Course by WWW

WWW — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 16:35:57 +0000

Bruce: I am a IT project manager, and similar to you am planning to take the CSI to deepen my understanding of the sophiscated final instruments. My hope is that it will help me to be more effective in my job. I am curious if you found the course has been helpful for you in your job?

Comment on CLA 2009: Day One by Katelyn Lukman

Katelyn Lukman — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 06:46:32 +0000

Your posting CLA 2009: Day One | A Curious View of the World hit the nail on the head. I am sure to check back here regularly to see whatever you have to say. You gained a visitor.

Comment on OPSpedia: how the Ontario government uses wikis, blogs and social networking by Miralem

Miralem — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 02:26:25 +0000

Bruce,

The blogs I mentioned are internal, but below is an external blog from an exec in Ontario public service:

http://www.csf.gouv.on.ca/blogue/?lang=en

Comment on OPSpedia: how the Ontario government uses wikis, blogs and social networking by Bruce

Bruce — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:31:27 +0000

Miralem,

Thanks for your comment – I’m curious to know more about Canadian public sector bloggers. Are these blogs available to the public or are they internal only?