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Winners of the Fall Rotman Microsoft Excel Hackathon Announced! 

Winners of the Fall Rotman Microsoft Excel Hackathon Announced! 

Toronto, Ontario – The BMO Financial Group Finance Research and Trading Lab at the Rotman School of Management is excited to announce the winners of the Rotman Microsoft Excel Hackathon!  

 

The Excel Hackathon is a competition hosted by the BMO Financial Group Finance Research and Trading Lab, Rotman School of Management, at the University of Toronto and supported by CCI Learning Solutions®. It is a hybrid event that is open to students from any university. 

 

The winners of the Fall Rotman Microsoft Excel Hackathon are:  

First Place: Binh Mai – University of Toronto 

Second Place: Dong Xu – University of Toronto 

Third Place: Yogesh Parmar – University of Waterloo 

 

The Winter 2025 session will take place on March 19, 2025. Registration opens February 28th, 2025. 

Thank you to everyone that competed! We look forward to seeing everyone there for the Winter 2025 session.  

 

To register or to learn more, visit https://inside.rotman.utoronto.ca/financelab/competition/excel-hackathon/  

 

About the BMO Financial Group Finance Research and Trading Lab.  

Focal Point for Research and Training: The Lab serves as a dynamic hub for research and training across a wide range of financial disciplines. Whether delving into investment strategy and portfolio management, mastering financial engineering and risk management, or exploring trading and market microstructure analysis, the Lab provides the resources and environment to deepen your expertise and practical skills. 

Integration of Theory and Practice: The Lab aims to seamlessly blend theoretical knowledge with practical application. By offering hands-on experiences, the Lab enhances your learning and positions you at the forefront of the financial industry. This approach not only boosts your global competitiveness but also prepares you to tackle real-world financial challenges with confidence and insight. 

Innovation in Curriculum Development: As a leader in educational innovation, the Lab continually develops cutting-edge curricula, business initiatives, and software tools. These advancements benefit both the Rotman School and the broader academic and business community, ensuring that students and partners remain ahead of industry trends and technological advancements. 

Enhancement of Teaching and Training: The Lab significantly enriches the Rotman School’s educational offerings. By providing students with real-time access to the global financial community and its resources, the Lab creates a vibrant learning environment where theoretical concepts come to life. This real-world interaction equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the competitive financial sector.