Message from Maria Rivera, Managing Director

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Program kickoff is around the corner and you’re likely feeling a combination of excitement and nerves. Remember that you are not alone in this journey. The Rotman commUNITY is here to help set you up for success. Below are three tips for you on the eve of program launch:

  • Dive into Pre-Program next week. For those of you who are registered for the Academic Pre-Courses, Quantitative Boot Camp, Communications Boot Camp, Self-Development Lab Sessions, and Co-Curricular Workshops, the next two weeks are your chance to get comfortable with the academic concepts you’ll be tackling in the first year of the Rotman MBA. Our world-class faculty have designed these sessions to help you build a solid foundation for a successful program launch so jump right into the work and start getting to know them!
  • Be on track to Complete Career Readiness Checklist Phases 1 & 2 by September 27th. For those of you who attended Career Discovery Week (CDW) this week, we hope the sessions provided you with a chance to explore the many career pathways after the Rotman MBA and gave you a glimpse of our powerful Rotman alumni network. Rotman Career Services has a full year of programming planned in the year ahead to set you up for professional success and continue to connect you with industry. Do your part to be career-ready by completing your career readiness checklist.
  • Prioritize your health and wellness. The year ahead will be both exciting and challenging so make sure you know about the many health and wellness resources available to you as a Rotman student. You’ll soon be learning which Section you are in for year one of your Rotman MBA. Your Office of Student Engagement Section Assistant Director is your first point of contact for any questions related to student services. Freeda, Stephanie, Margaret, and Susan can connect you with Academic Support Services (Rotman Scholars, Learning Strategist, Rotman Write Now), Accessibility Services (Accommodations and Supports), and health and wellness supports (Peer Mentorship Program, Rotman-dedicated mental health counselor).

We’re looking forward to seeing you on campus soon!

Maria Jimena Rivera