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There's A $5,000 Real Estate Scholarship Up For Grabs From A Toronto Developer

October 08, 2018

11:36 AM

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Education can be expensive, but it is also priceless.


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CentreCourt is a real estate company that is not only focussed on the development of high-rise residential communities across the GTA, but it's also focussed on helping to develop our best and brightest.

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As one of the largest high-rise developers in Canada, currently, with 10 projects in various stages of development, CentreCourt has added another project, so to speak, helping students.

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“One of our core principles at CentreCourt is to recruit the best talent across all our operational areas," says Shamez Virani, president of CentreCourt.

"The CentreCourt Scholarship at Schulich is in keeping with this principle as it allows us to support the development of top-tier talent that will develop into future leaders within our industry.”

So if you want to apply for the $5,000 CentreCourt Real Estate Scholarship - or know someone deserving of this scholarship, here's what you need to know:

Eligibility

This Scholarship will be offered to a new, incoming student enrolled in the MREI program at the Schulich School of Business, (1st term) OR a first or second year full-time MBA student who specializes in real estate and infrastructure.

To apply you must demonstrate academic excellence and passion about real estate and development.

Applicants to the scholarship will be required to submit a detailed cover letter and resume highlighting their interest and passion for the industry.

The recipient will receive:

– CAD $5,000 in scholarship funds to be deposited into the York University student account.

– Opportunity to interview for a Summer internship or a full-time position with CentreCourt.

To apply for this scholarship, please complete the application here:https://ssbforms.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=123260

Deadline to apply is Monday, October 15, 2018, at 11:59 p.m.

If you have any questions, please email: finaid@schulich.yorku.ca.

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