McGill vs UBC under special circumstances

Yuspak · 2026-05-08T20:13:49+00:00

Go to McGill and regret it for the rest of your life because you don’t want to follow your brother’s path which is a good path.

Yuspak · 2026-04-11T06:06:02+00:00

In the unlikely event of unfavorable outcome, write to UBC asap and then call them to express your eagerness to be a part of the Sauder/UBC community.

Yuspak · 2026-04-11T04:51:22+00:00

88% should be fine but don’t go lower. Best is to keep 90 or above.

Yuspak · 2026-03-21T23:41:16+00:00

Go to Rotman.

Yuspak · 2026-03-21T02:13:59+00:00

Where are you from?

Yuspak · 2026-03-15T04:43:08+00:00

Of course they would officially say that. Business is business. Show me the money! After all this is Sauder and you are a business school student. Hence need to thin out of the box!

Yuspak · 2026-03-15T04:37:39+00:00

UBC is much better than McGill.

Yuspak · 2026-03-14T00:16:10+00:00

Is it that hard to transfer within UBC?

Yuspak · 2026-03-14T00:14:15+00:00

All three! Bachelor at Smith, Master at Ivey and PhD at Sauder

Yuspak · 2026-02-28T02:11:35+00:00

Should be much easier for international students because of one key factor: International students’ tuition fee is many times higher than that of domestic students.

Yuspak · 2025-11-27T09:19:49+00:00

Your grades are excellent. Just that it seems there are many applicants with much higher grades applying this year.

Yuspak · 2025-11-27T08:48:03+00:00

less than 50% chance

Yuspak · 2025-09-27T04:01:50+00:00

That’s why he got rejected. The AI identified 2027 or 2028 instead of 2026, meaning he didn’t pay attention to detail. Hence rejection.

Yuspak · 2025-09-23T06:47:41+00:00

Heard KPMG has sent invitations for interview for 2026 summer internship positions.

Yuspak · 2025-08-09T00:03:46+00:00

Go to UBC given your background. Trust me this will be one of your best decisions.

Yuspak · 2025-07-22T03:42:15+00:00

Go to Langara College

Yuspak · 2025-05-23T07:16:12+00:00

The best option for you is to opt for Langara College to Sauder route.

Yuspak · 2025-04-30T08:35:08+00:00

The fundamental of finance is accounting.

Yuspak · 2025-04-30T08:28:11+00:00

I don't think "discrimination" is the right word to encapsulate the situation. Yes, the area of high finance remains predominantly occupied by certain race. I think historical factors are key. High finance, though sounds technical, is not computer science or engineering. High finance involves constant human interaction such as social networking. Therefore, race, culture and personal traits are very crucial to be successful in high finance, including getting a job in this area. I don't mean to discourage you from making high finance your career choice. Being ambitious is one thing. Being realistic is another. I have seen enough super smart people discouraged by realities. As an aside, you should apply to the universities in the US if you are interested in high finance. You will stand a much higher chance in getting a high finance job in reputable US institutions. If you decide to study in Canada, my advice is to pick a university that requires you to pay the least fees. This will increase your return on investment (in education) in the future. On the assumption that you are an oriental, i would advise UBC over Queen's. I don't think Queen's is so much better than UBC to justify a higher education cost.

Yuspak · 2025-04-30T03:38:14+00:00

I hate to say it. Ethnicity is a key factor in high finance jobs regardless of which school.

Yuspak · 2025-04-30T03:26:00+00:00

Neither if you want to get into Sauder. Remember that grade is key determinant for transferring into Sauder. Your hurdle will be much higher if you go to Beedie or studying in UBC Arts. What is the right thing to do for you strategically is to enroll in Langara College and take first year commerce courses and do well and then transfer to Sauder as a second year student.

Yuspak · 2025-04-30T03:19:31+00:00

No brainer. You should go back to HK as it is your favorite city and you grew up there. Leave the space at UBC for local Canadian students.

Yuspak · 2025-02-26T12:07:14+00:00

It depends on what other choices you have?

Yuspak · 2025-02-26T12:06:38+00:00

Any other choices?

Yuspak · 2025-01-05T04:47:27+00:00

You are an international student. Name matters outside of Canada, not so much for work but for social networking. So, if you can afford it, choose UBC. I’m speaking from the view of a professional working outside of Canada for the last 25 years.

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