When students first join Rotman, the suspense of meeting their classmates, preparing finances and reviewing housing options can definitely feel overwhelming. To help you during these challenging times, we would like to introduce you to the 6ix Squad.
The 6ix Squad is made up of second year students who can provide you with advice and encouragement as you transition to life as an MBA student. Learn more about each team member!
Meridith Chung
Favourite Class: Managerial Negotiations
Favourite Restaurant: Randy’s Roti & Doubles
Quick Tip: Remember to be kind and encouraging to yourself. Don’t underestimate the value of self-care!
Alexandra Rojas Rossel
Favourite Class: Managerial Negotiations
Favourite Restaurant: Korean Grill House
Quick Tip: Define what you want to improve during this journey and remember to relax!
Jinhee Park
Favourite Class:Building Businesses for Sustainability
Favourite Restaurant: Daldongnae
Quick Tip: Do not stress over results too much and do focus on learning and networking!
Souha El Jisr
Favourite Class: Managerial Negotiations
Favourite Restaurant: Planta Yorkville
Quick Tip: Remember that what works for others won’t necessarily work for you – Don’t compare yourself with anyone!
Oluwafemi Odu
Favourite Class: Managing Customer Value 2.0
Favourite Restaurant: None – I’m pro home made meal! I spend a lot of time in the kitchen.
Quick Tip: Never ever ever ever ever ever lose your identity! There’ll always be FOMO and the temptation to follow the crowd – don’t!
Katherine Reilly
Favourite Class: Finance II: Corporate Finance
Favourite Restaurant: Brickworks Ciderhouse
Quick Tip: At the beginning of the term put the assignment deadlines in your calendar so you can plan accordingly.
Vish Gahlot
Favourite Class: Strategy in Emerging Markets
Favourite Restaurant: Chiang Mai, Everest Hakka House
Quick Tip: There is always too much to do, try to balance things out. Its not a competition and everyone is on their own personal journey.
Rohan Thomas
Favourite Class: Finance I
Favourite Restaurant: Té
Quick Tip: It’s easy to get lost when things get intense – remember to take a moment and focus on the big picture!
Rishi Sinha
Favourite Class: Foundations of Strategic Management
Favourite Restaurant: Planta
Quick Tip: As cliché as it might sound: Be yourself and write your own story! Soon there will be an information overload, a rat race, and a lot of FOMO coming your way. Being yourself will help set your priorities straight!
Mauricio Sanchez Ramirez
Favourite Class: Managerial Accounting
Favourite Restaurant: PAI Northern Thai Kitchen
Quick Tip: Find a healthy balance between study and fun. The MBA experience is not just about academic growth. It’s also about connecting with your peers, making friends from other cultures, hanging out with people who don’t speak your language, and trying new food. Don’t let one bad day ruin your whole week.
Eshita Juneja
Favourite Class: Foundations of Strategic Management
Favourite Restaurant: Famoso
Quick Tip: Develop a habit to take small breaks.
Sukriti Verma
Favourite Class: International Strategy
Favourite Restaurant: Butter Chicken Factory, Korean Grill House
Quick Tip:Things have a way of working out.
Snehangshi Bose
Favourite Class: International Strategy
Favourite Restaurant: Imm Thai Chicken
Quick Tip:Prioritize! As tempting as it may be to sign up for everything Rotman has to offer, commit to activities that align with your goals and interests.
Kate Congyi Li
Favourite Class: Managerial Negotiations
Favourite Restaurant: Saving Grace
Quick Tip: Leave some buffer time on your calendar to relax and catch up with friends.
Chandan Sejekan
Favourite Class: Managerial Negotiations
Favourite Restaurant: Storm Crow Manor
Quick Tip: Hone your time and project management skills!
Swati Chawla
Favourite Class: Managerial Negotiations
Favourite Restaurant: Richmond Station
Quick Tip: Focus on building your cultural quotient over the next two years. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for most of us.