Admitted : Rotman business School,Toronto

[rahul2184]

Thanks Barricuda!!!

I was wondering about second year electives. Is it left to the student to decide his or her electives or professors have a say in it?

[Barricuda]

Originally Posted by rahul2184

Thanks Barricuda!!!

I was wondering about second year electives. Is it left to the student to decide his or her electives or professors have a say in it?

Second year electives are chosen through a complicated bidding system which I haven't figured out myself(still in the first year ). But basically it is in the students' hands.... I'll post more details when I figure the whole thing out (or perhaps current second years on the forum can help). (Another interesting thing is that you are allowed to audit classes at no extra cost after graduating from Rotman.)

p.s. I think ISB has a similar system

[vskswas]

Originally Posted by Barricuda

Second year electives are chosen through a complicated bidding system which I haven't figured out myself(still in the first year ). But basically it is in the students' hands.... Higher grades increases the chances of getting into a class of your choice. I'll post more details when I figure the whole thing out (or perhaps current second years on the forum can help). (Another interesting thing is that you are allowed to audit classes at no extra cost after graduating from Rotman.)

p.s. I think ISB has a similar system

Hai Barricuda,

Thanks for your responses. I have almost decided to settle down for Rotman(as i dont have other option as of now). I will keep u posted with lot of questions.

How much easy it is to get a Canadian visa(compared to US)
What about the housing. When should I contact and whom should I ?
whats the best way to finance the MBA. Will Indians be eligible to get Loans from Canadian bank or should we get only from Indian Banks.
Whats the max amount we can get as a loan.

It would be better if you could share ur experiences with respect to above questions.

If Rotman is my fianl move what should I do now,other than paying the 3k CAD.

Thanks in advance

Sakthi

[Barricuda]

Originally Posted by vskswas

How much easy it is to get a Canadian visa(compared to US)
What about the housing. When should I contact and whom should I ?
whats the best way to finance the MBA. Will Indians be eligible to get Loans from Canadian bank or should we get only from Indian Banks.
Whats the max amount we can get as a loan.

If Rotman is my fianl move what should I do now,other than paying the 3k CAD.

Thanks in advance

Sakthi

Sakthi,

I got my canadian visa while I was in the US, so it took me only a couple of hours. Its a different story if you apply for your visa in India. It can take upto a month there. But generally most students have got their visa without any hassles. (Those who did face problems eventually got their visa in time.)
Looking for housing early is important. Check this link for university housing details and contacts.. University of Toronto Student Housing
Get yourself on any required waitlists now itself especially if you are coming with your family.
Unfortunately it is not easy for international students to get loans from canadian banks. International students are also not eligibile for the special student loan program that Rotman has negotiated with Scotia Bank. I got my loan from TERI which is student loan provider based in the US. I think the Indian version of this loan is the Paras foundation(https://www.isloan.org/faqs.htm). There is another US organization called IEFC. All these loan providers need a US cosigner though. They will give you upto $45000 USD/yr for your expenses. I did not research any options with the Indian banks, but I can find out if any of my classmates did.

If Rotman if your final move then first priorites would be to start your visa application process as well as try to finalise your financing options. Putting yourself on housing waitlists is also a good idea. The MBA Program Services Office is very helpful too and you might also want to clarify any administrative questions with them.

p.s. If you are coming to Canada, you might also want to look up the option of applying for Permenant Residency here. This requires a number of documents, so start collecting them as well.

[vskswas]

Thanks for the detailed reply. I will start the process early. Then one more important question. I dont have a finance background. What would you suggest if I am in need of prepsring myself to suit for the class. Should I read something ? how long is the holiday between 1 st and 2nd tr. Is it 4 months. Hope fully when should I be there in canada

[Barricuda]

Originally Posted by vskswas

Thanks for the detailed reply. I will start the process early. Then one more important question. I dont have a finance background. What would you suggest if I am in need of prepsring myself to suit for the class. Should I read something ? how long is the holiday between 1 st and 2nd tr. Is it 4 months. Hope fully when should I be there in canada

I did not read anything myself to prepare for the finance courses. Rotman will usually send you a list of suggested readings a few months before classes.

Yes the summer break is about 4 months. If you don't have your housing arrangements done by next June, I suggest you come early in August for house hunting (International orientation start mid-august and classes begin first week of september)

[Vicky_Aquarian]

Hi All,

Here's a new kid on the Block. I recently received my admission offer from the Rotman for the Full Time MBA class of 2010, so would like to be part of this group. A little abt myself

Age: 29, Location: Delhi / Gurgaon - India
Education: B.Sc, M.Sc (Comp Science), PMP, GMAT 620 (76%), AWA - 6.0(95%)
Exp: 8 Yrs IT experience and working as Senior Project Manager - Business Intelligence
3 yrs International experience and 6 yrs in Mgmt in 8 Countries

All, who have already madeup their minds to join Rotman in Sep, 2008, pls lets get in touch with each other over emails and make a plan of action.

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year 2008 !!!

rgds
Vicky

[aaka]

hi guys..

I too have an admit from rotman for fall08 with a schol of 30k.

My profile:

760/M/ IT - 4 years by Fall08/ Mumbai.

Cheers,
Aaka.

[Vicky_Aquarian]

Folks,

We have a new Group for ROTMAN Full Time MBA Class of 2010, pls join.

rotman-batch-2010@googlegroups.com

Vicky

[latinmba]

Hi everybody.

I also have an admit from Rotman for 2008 with a 30K schol.

My profile:

Location: Latin America
750 / M / 3Y WE in Gov't and 3Y WE in Finance / BSc. in Economics
WE in three countries.

I plan to attend Rotman. Let's start sharing info for next year.

Rgds,

LatinMBA