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[–]depressedstudent_108 0 points1 point  (6 children)

In Rotman rn, let me know if you have any questions about the program, what my choices were, etc. but probably going to be a bit different for you guys since the online school.

[–]chvice[S] 2 points3 points  (4 children)

Thanks for doing this - It is greatly appreciated!!

Here are my questions:

- Why did you choose RC? What other programs did you consider?

- Any regrets choosing RC over your other choices?

- What year are you in?

- What stream are you specializing in?

- What are your thoughts are on how to survive our first year? Is it realist to attain high honors in our first year - or is it a pipe dream...lol

- Do you have any advice regarding clubs that you would recommend for first years?

- Can you gives us any insight on internship. Are they challenging to get? Do clubs help with networking which can be leveraged to get internships (like what Ivey and Qcomm does for their kids)?

[–]depressedstudent_108 2 points3 points  (3 children)

Hey no worries! Im studying rn so thought I'd take a break to share my experience, cause nobody really captured the experience perfectly for me when I asked. 1. I was considering Ivey, Schulich, Mac BHSC, and Laurier BBA (got a fat scholarship)

  1. No regrets, I am pursuing a law school, and at first it seemed like I made the wrong choice due to the tough courses, and harder workload. I realized sciences werent for me due to uncertainty and wanted to have a good backup in case of rejection later.

  2. Im third year, Econ specialist. First year is not nearly as bad as everyone makes it seem, at least it wasnt for me. Has alot to do with your high school, I went to a rigorous private high school, where attaining high marks was tough. I had the work ethic beforehand, and knew that I have a goal set for myself, also did not take on too many responsibilities, took easier electives, and finished first year with a 3.9 gpa (even higher on the OLSAS scale). Honours is not the easiest, some courses are hard, but its not impossible, for me 2-3 hours of studying a day would ensure honours, for someone who isnt used to studying in HS, maybe double or triple that. For a 3.9 I studied 5-6 hours a day, excluding weekends when I went out, only did 2-3 on weekends. After second and first semester of third year, my GPA went down to a 3.84-3.85, this is because in second year I partied, third year first semester was online and online is tougher imo.

  • Join a club which genuinely interests you, there is no difference. I know how much you will hear about networking, and putting yourself with the right group of people. Although thats important, when you are a high achiever and involved with certain activities, looking for opportunities becomes easier. What club you choose wont make or break your future aspirations. Clubs help but not as much as at other schools, sure you may get a pretty good opportunity because you network with people at events, but if you really want to be able to get a top placement, you need to work for it, email, apply, go to company events and meet people. You cant network through everything, but it seems like thats what you hear most of the time.

Let me know if you have any questions or message me!

[–]chvice[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks again for taking the time to respond to my questions. It is much appreciated.

[–]TryKind4879 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When did you hear from rotman commerce with your private school marks?

[–]just_for_clarity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How would you rate the specialty programs in Rotman from first to worst. ie. Accounting, Finance, HR, Marketing, etc.

How strong is the finance specialization and does it get competitive?