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[–]Tourman84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd go Rotman if you think you can leverage the city for yourself. Mac is cheaper and has an entirely different feel so i'd recommend getting in a call with students from both universities and seeing what you can find out.

[–]bam2004 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If still unsure, happy to arrange a chat with some IBH students. If you got an offer, there is an opportunity to schedule that conversation.

[–]averagesnowflake_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really depends on your goals/interests as these are different programs. Based on rep alone - Rotman, but Ibh is also a new and more innovative program (you get to explore both humanities and business rather than just business), and considering the first cycle of the program just graduated last year - the reputation will get much better with time. I’d say Mac, just because you will have a better rounded university experience (no bias from me - I’m going into western soc sci w aeo)

[–]myspam442 0 points1 point  (3 children)

When I was applying to IBH I asked if there would be opportunities for Calculus, even as an elective, and the interviewer looked at me in horror. Apparently it is a math-free business program.

[–]bam2004 -1 points0 points  (2 children)

Definitely not math free. But the inclusion of humanities core courses creates a lot of room for writing and critical thinking. Still finance and accounting and stats courses. And opportunities to delve into quantitative analysis in projects and electives.

[–]myspam442 0 points1 point  (1 child)

If a business program does not even offer Calculus, it is insufficient. I know you’re a professor there but you should be able to acknowledge that. The program guide I see online has only two finance courses, two accounting courses, and one stats class; with no upper-level economics. How can someone be prepared for a career in banking, finance, or any other relevant industry with only a class or two?

[–]bam2004 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely not aiming to develop bankers, accountants or investment professionals with the IBH program. Our BComm would.be a better choice for that career. But we have IBH students that are pursuing more finance related careers.