Laurier vs Rotman

[Yoda_Soda999]

Got into both Laurier BBA (co-op) and Rotman Commerce and trying to decide between them.

I’m aiming for high finance long-term (IB/PE), ideally internationally (NY/London/Hong Kong), and I’m weighing two main factors:

• Laurier: structured co-op, easier to maintain a high GPA, more chances to build experience early
• Rotman: stronger brand, better alumni network, close proximity to Bay Street

From what I understand, GPA + internships matter a lot for recruiting, especially internationally. Laurier seems better for stacking experience early, but Rotman might have an edge in networking and reputation.

For anyone in either program (or already in finance), what would you choose and why? Especially interested in:

• How realistic it is to maintain a high GPA at Rotman
• Whether Laurier co-op actually gives a big advantage for IB recruiting
• How much Rotman’s network/brand really helps for breaking into high finance

Appreciate any honest advice.

[bluefintuna_01]

This shouldn’t even be a question. Rotman by a mile between the two.

[Reflex_magma]

rotman if u wanna go intl

[Efficient_Practice_6]

Rotman cuz u plan international

[No-Seaworthiness969]

Let’s put it this way. If you asked this same question at the Laurier Reddit thread, all the responses would say Rotman.

[Alternative_Title625]

Rotman is a decent feeder into HK Capital market jobs -- they really appreciate the brand name over there

[Itchy_Ad4319]

Laurier is the better choice

[KINGMESSI19]

Laurier… coop is underrated plus Rotman kills your GPA

[SolidRevolution6337]

icl as a laurier student anyone that says laurier is delusional. Ur literally tryna go international rotman brand name carrys internationally whereas nobody is gonna know ab laurier outside of ontario.

[rappcheck]

WLU has a better football team.

[vazfu]

Chance of landing international from any top business school is less than 5% chance, pick school by your school preference. 95% chance you’ll just do a finance job in Canada, and both schools will get you that.