Are you an international student who would like to pursue an MBA in another country? It is a very big decision and you are half way there by researching your options. Making up your mind to move to another country to further your education is a big step in your career.
When you look at the business rankings, there are many good business schools all over the world. However one important thing to consider is what happens post-MBA. Every business school has a good curriculum that will help you improve your technical and soft skills. However, you have to take into consideration the consequences after you complete your MBA. Some of the things to ponder would be the job prospects, the diversity of the country and of course immigration policies for international students.
Having moved to this country almost a decade ago, I can say with certainty that I cannot imagine a better place than Canada for any international student. Canada’s diverse environment is very welcoming and the ethnic communities in Toronto will ease your transition. Not to mention Rotman’s diverse environment!
You pursue your MBA to advance your career. The ultimate goal is to get a better job after your MBA. You are equipped with great knowledge; you have improved your technical and soft skills. You invested two years of your time, energy and money into this program and now it is time to enjoy the return on your investment. However, before you embark on an exciting career, you will need to have a work permit to work in the foreign country. This is where Canada has a very strong competitive edge. Our international students are eligible to get a post graduation work permit for up to three years upon successful completion of our program. What a great advantage our two-year, full-time program has over one-year MBAs and those business schools in the US! You are not required to find a sponsor nor do you need a job offer to get your post-graduation work permit. Due to this advantage, our employers give international students an equal chance. Having been an international student once, I cannot emphasize enough the great advantage of having a work permit valid for up to three years!
Are you married or do you have a common-law? Great! Your spouse or common-law can also get a work permit while you are in school. Your study permit will sponsor his/her work permit and once you graduate s/he can extend the work permit. Canada is fair to couples! For more info on work permits for spouses and common-laws, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-spouse.asp
An MBA is a transformational degree and will help you further your career in a relatively shorter time. While an MBA itself is a wonderful opportunity, by choosing to pursue your MBA in a country where diversity is embraced will provide you with a smooth transition into the new culture and possibly your new life.
Two more good reasons to choose Canada!:
- Canada has been named among ten best places to escape from world conflict http://www.expatify.com/advice/10-best-places-to-live-for-escaping-world-conflict.html
- Canada has been named the second happiest country in the world. http://www.bnet.com/photos/10-happiest-countries-in-the-world/6247506?seq=9&tag=mantle_skin;content