The Rotman School of Management is part of the University of Toronto, a global center of research and teaching excellence at the heart of Canada’s commercial capital. Rotman is a catalyst for transformative learning, insights and public engagement, bringing together diverse views and initiatives around a defining purpose: to create value for business and society.
Ideally situated in Canada’s largest city, U of T is at the heart of the third-largest financial center, fourth-largest health sciences community and third largest biotechnology cluster in North America. Rotman is committed to leveraging our location for the mutual benefit of the University and city.
Through strategic partnerships with multi-national corporations, NGO’s, and governments both local, national and international, we are forging relationships that ignite leadership potential, accelerate the transfer of knowledge and increase economic prosperity in our city, region, across Canada and internationally.
The BMO Financial Group Finance Research and Trading Lab at the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management in the University of Toronto is a state-of-the-art facility that focuses on the integration of theory and research with practice. Research databases and real-time access to global financial resources allow students to link classroom lessons to actual securities and markets. In addition, our custom-designed suite of instructional products uses interactive simulations to develop skills for making good financial decisions when faced with uncertainty about future outcomes.
THE ROTMAN FINANCE ANALYTICS AND DECISION-MAKING LEAGUE (RFADML)
DISCOVER ROTMAN'S LATEST TRAILBLAZING INITIATIVE
Introducing the groundbreaking initiative at Rotman School of Management—the Rotman Finance Analytics and Decision-Making League (RFADML). This initiative is designed to blend experiential learning with real-world financial challenges and innovations, setting a new standard in finance education.
MAKE AN IMPACT
This is your opportunity to be part of a pioneering league that promises not only to challenge but also to enhance your career prospects in the ever-evolving financial sector. Whether you’re a student eager to apply your knowledge or a professional aiming to refine your skills, RFADML is the platform to showcase your talents and learn from the best.
The goal of participating in RFADML is to achieve great results and enjoy the learning experience. It will amplify the experience because it will include more activities, themes and different kinds of learning experiences that will address skills and theories participants need to have in order to excel in their career.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
RFADML comprises of active participation in certain Rotman activities and qualification points will be awarded for participation. The qualifying activities are listed below under QUALIFYING ACTIVITIES.
Qualifying Period
September 1st from each year
August 31 from each year
Winners will be announced in August 2025!
Winners of the 2024/2025 qualifying period will be announced in August 2025!
Awards for Universities
🥇1st Place - CA$1,500
🥈2nd Place - CA$1,500
🥉3rd Place - CA$1,500
Points will be earned for the University
- By team ranking – Top 3 only
- By attendance (1 point per university irrespective of the number of students that attend the event)
Awards for individuals
🥇1st Place - CA$500
🥈2nd Place - CA$500
🥉3rd Place - CA$500
Points will be earned for Individuals
By attending the competitions and related activities part of the RFAD initiative.
Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsoring RFADML, please contact us at financelab[at]rotman.utoronto.ca
Qualification
- Attend all or any of the 7 events (below) to start earning points.
- Points will be accumulated from the dates September 1st, 2024 – August 31st, 2025.
- Registration is not required to participate in RFADML.
- If you register for any of the 7 qualifying activities, you and your school will be automatically enrolled.
- Subsequently, you and your school will automatically begin earning points.
- Rotman will keep track of your attendance and score.
- Scoring and your school’s ranking will be available online on our website.
- Scoring will be available on a specific date in which we will announce.
QUALIFYING ACTIVITIES
START EARNING POINTS AND BE ON YOUR WAY TO WINNING THE TITLE OF INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CHAMPION
Participate in the seven (7) events below to earn qualifying points. You will not only be competing for your school’s recognition but for individual recognition as well. NOTE: It is not mandatory to attend every qualifying activity.
COMPETITIONS
Renowned for our flagship event, the Rotman International Trading Competition (RITC), which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024, and many other competitions such as Rotman Portfolio Management Competition (RPMC), Rotman Online Trading Competition (ROTC), High School Market Simulation Challenge (HSMSC), and the Rotman Market Simulation Challenges series; we’ve established ourselves as pioneers in investment simulations. Our competitions attract top-tier students from across the globe, providing them with an immersive experience in real-time financial market dynamics. Hosted by the esteemed Rotman School of Management, consistently ranked among the world’s finest business schools, and backed by a distinguished finance faculty, we’re situated in the vibrant heart of Canada’s economic hub. As part of the University of Toronto, a leading research-intensive institution, we’re committed to fostering excellence and innovation.
Participating in such competitions offers invaluable opportunities for individuals to refine both their investment acumen and leadership prowess within a controlled yet high-stakes environment. Teams are tasked with navigating through vast data sets to extract actionable insights, honing the problem-solving skills crucial for addressing today’s most complex global business challenges. Collaboration and strategic gameplay lie at the core of these competitions, shaping a new paradigm for business thinking in an increasingly competitive landscape.
We extend a cordial invitation for you to join us in this enriching journey.
1st Conference for Fall 2024
Session topic:
Motif discovery and forecast of stock market prices.
Conference date:
October 10th, 2024, at 09:00 am EST
Virtual
Register by:
October 10th, 2024, at 09:00 am EST
Click on below link to register for the virtual session.
2nd Conference for Fall 2024
Session topic:
Machine learning in the boardroom.
Conference date::
October 24th, 2024, at 09:00 am EST
Virtual
Register by:
October 20th, 2024, at 09:00 am EST
Click on below link to register for the virtual session.
3rd Conference for Fall 2024
Session topic:
Sparse Spanning Portfolios and Under-diversification with Second-order Stochastic Dominance.
Conference date:
November 14th, 2024, at 09:00 am EST
Virtual
Register by:
November 10th, 2024, at 09:00 am EST
Click on below link to register for the virtual session.
NOTE: Conferences are no longer hybrid; they will be offered in virtual format only.
HOW SCORING WORKS
Please see below for detailed scoring template. As mentioned above, registration is not required to participate in RFADML; if you register for any of the 7 qualifying activities below, you and your school will be automatically enrolled and subsequently, you and your school will automatically begin earning points. Rotman will keep track of your attendance and score; your school’s ranking will be available online on our website. This will be available on a specific date in which we will announce.
*1 point per university irrespective of the number of students that attend event
MOTIVATION
Engage with Real-World Financial Challenges
Apply academic theories to tackle genuine financial issues using advanced analytics.
Innovative Problem Solving
Create cutting-edge solutions for the finance industry using data analytics and machine learning.
Expert Mentorship
Receive guidance and insights from industry leaders and academic experts.
Professional Networking
Connect with peers, professionals, and potential employers in finance and technology sectors across the world.
Skill Enhancement
Improve your analytical, strategic, and technical skills in a competitive setting.
FAQ
I want to join the Rotman Market Simulation Challenge (RMSC) to qualify for additional points but my school is not hosting this event. How do I get involved?
In order to take part in this qualifying activity, your school must be hosting this event. If you are interested in hosting a small or large scale event, please click here for more information to see how simple it is to get involved!
When will the winners be announced?
Sometime in August 2025. Check back on our website periodically for interim results.
I notice that there are two (2) Excel Hackathons that I can attend. Can I earn points for attending both of these events?
Yes. You will earn points for attending both the Excel Hackathon Fall 2024 and the Winter 2025.
From what dates will points be collected?
Points will be accumulated from the dates September 1st, 2024 – August 31st, 2025. Should your school host a Rotman Market Simulation Challenge (RMSC) and to qualify for this year’s league, the event must fall within this timeframe.