General Information
Rotman offers students opportunities to enhance their educational experience and go beyond the classroom. Full-Time and Morning/Evening MBA students may select from a wide variety of global and experiential learning opportunities to take their future employability to the next level.
These additional learning opportunities involve courses that allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world environments by providing hands-on experience.
Our international opportunities with more than 20 partners will allow students to immerse themselves in another culture. Students will learn from new perspectives and gain valuable intercultural communication skills.
Course Eligibility Specifics and Limits
Students may take a maximum of two global and/or experiential courses in total (except for combined programs, as noted below), as designated by a course number RSM27XXH, for credit (1.0 FCE). For students who take more than two global and/or experiential courses, these would not be counted towards the MBA degree requirements. Note that all RSM27XXH courses are one half course (0.5 FCE).
Students must be aware that the following restrictions apply:
- RSM2700H – Independent Study Project (ISPs)
- Students may take a maximum of two for credit (1.0 FCE)
- RSM2701H – Global Consulting Projects (GCPs)
- Students may take a maximum of two for credit (1.0 FCE)
- RSM2702H – Rotman OnBoard; RSM2703H – CityLab; RSM2706H – Impact Investing; RSM2760H – C-Suite
- Students may take only one of these courses for credit (0.5 FCE)
- RSM2709H – Global Practicum
- Students may only take one for credit (0.5 FCE)
- International Exchange Program (TRF9XXXH)
- Students taking part in an exchange with one of the partner schools for three or less half credits (0.5 FCE – 1.5 FCE), can take one global/experiential course (RSM27XXH) for credit
- Students taking part in an exchange with one of the partner schools for four or more half credits (2.0 FCE – 2.5 FCE), cannot take any global/experiential courses (RSM27XXH) for credit
- Full-time MBA students may take a up to maximum of five half credit equivalents (2.5 FCE) on exchange
- Morning/Evening MBA students may take a up to maximum of four half credit equivalents (2.0 FCE) on exchange
- Morning/Evening MBA students may apply to go on exchange starting in Year 2 Spring for an exchange starting in Year 2 Summer or later
- Exchange courses may not be taken for EXTra credit
- Fall/Spring exchange participants may not enroll in year-long courses such as RSM2013YY – Creative Destruction Lab Advanced, RSMSM2312HY – Value Investing, RSM2702HY – OnBoard, etc.
- Doing Business Internationally (TRF9XXXH)
- Students taking part in a DBI can take one global/experiential course (RSM27XXH) for credit
- Students may only take it once for credit (0.5 FCE)
- DBI courses may not be taken for EXTra credit
- Combined Programs
- Students in combined degree programs with other schools or faculties at the University of Toronto may take one global/experiential course (RSM27XXH) for credit (0.5 FCE), unless exemption is granted
- Students participating in an exchange program cannot take any global/experiential courses (RSM27XXH) for credit
- Specific limitations can be found on the SGS Calendar of the combined program
- Exceptions: MD/MBA, PharmD/MBA, and Skoll BASc/MBA – Same limits as Full-Time MBA apply
- Students in combined degree programs with other schools or faculties at the University of Toronto may take one global/experiential course (RSM27XXH) for credit (0.5 FCE), unless exemption is granted
Students seeking permission to exceed the above limits are advised to contact their Assistant Director, as approval from their respective Academic Director will be needed. Students may designate additional RSM27XXH course as EXTra. EXTra requests will not be accepted until Phase 2 of Add/Drop for the respective term.
Auditing is not permitted for any of the above global and experiential courses.
For more information on course eligibility specifics and limits, please reach out to the RO Registrarial team.
Global Learning
Exposure to international business models is critical for success in today’s global marketplace. Over the past several years, the Rotman School has increased its international experience offerings and we are proud to offer our students a wide range of opportunities providing experience in different settings.
Global Learning Courses
- Global Consulting Projects (GCPs) – RSM2701H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- Global Practicums (GPs) – RSM2709H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- International Exchange Program – TRF9XXXH
- Credit/No Credit grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- Note: a minimum grade equivalent to the UofT grade of “B-” must be obtained at the host University in order for a course to be considered for graduate transfer credit
- Doing Business Internationally (DBI) – TRF9XXXH
- Credit/No Credit grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- Note: a minimum grade equivalent to the UofT grade of “B-” must be obtained at the host University in order for a course to be considered for graduate transfer credit
GCPs and GPs are offered through the Office of Experiential Learning and Practicum Placement (OELPP), and details regarding these courses can be found here. Some of GCPs and GPs may be application based, and instructions will be communicated through the OELPP. Application based courses will be noted in the course offerings chart below.
The IEP and DBI programs are offered through the Office of Student Engagement (OSE), and students should reach out to their office directly for details regarding these courses. These programs are application based, and offerings and instructions will be communicated through the OSE. Participants will work with the OSE staff on registration, enrolment, and course selection abroad as applicable.
Global Manager Initiative
The Institute for International Business is introducing the Global Manager Initiative (GMI) – a comprehensive and dynamic initiative designed to equip aspiring managers with the skills, knowledge, and mindset required to succeed in the complex and interconnected world of international business. Students will learn all the aspects required to drive the internationalization process of a firm. The program consists of three parts:
- Rotman elective RSM2123H – International Business in the World Economy
- Practical training and working with companies on their internationalization process (GCP, previously ISP)
- Accompany a Canadian company abroad on a government-sponsored trade mission, with financial support (GP, previously GCP)
Students that participate in the Global Manager Initiative by completing the steps 1-3 are eligible to become an Institute for International Business Fellowship holder. This involves being listed on the RIIB website, and mentoring students in the following year. The GMI is run by the OELPP, and students should reach out to their office directly for details regarding this program.
Experiential Learning
Rotman offers students opportunities to enhance their educational experience and go beyond the classroom. These additional learning opportunities involve courses that allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world environments by providing hands-on experience.
Experiential Learning Courses
- Independent Study Projects (ISPs) – RSM2700H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- Rotman OnBoard Fellowship – RSM2702H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- Rotman CityLab – RSM2703H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- Impact Investing in an Early-Stage Enterprise – RSM2706H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
- C-Suite – RSM2760H
- Honours/Pass/Fail grading scale – does not count towards GPA
Experiential courses are offered through the Office of Experiential Learning and Practicum Placement (OELPP), and details regarding these courses can be found here. Some ISPs may be application based, and instructions will be communicated through the OELPP. Application based courses will be noted in the course offerings chart below.
Current Opportunities
These courses will be available for selection via Course Match or Add/Drop along with other Rotman electives, unless otherwise noted.
Summer 2024 Global and Experiential Offerings
| Course Code/Section | Classification (if applicable) | Course Title | Instructor(s) | Drop Deadlines | Class Dates/Travel Dates (if applicable) | Notes | Emphases m = main s = supplemental |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSM2700HY.2024-0701 | ISP | Management Consulting in an Uncertian World | Jennifer Lee | 24-Jun-24 | Class Dates: Tuesdays/Thursdays 9:30-11:30 Room 151 June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 July 2, 4, 9, 11 | Register via Course Match | N/A |
| RSM2700HS.2024-0702 | ISP | Intersecting with A.I. | Bo Pelech | 22-May-24 | Class Dates: Tuesdays May 21 – Aug 13 16:00-18:00 Virtual * First class (May 21st) will be in-person in Room 157 | Register via Course Match | N/A |
| RSM2701HY.2024-0101 | GCP | Government of Ontario – UK Farnborough Air Show | Bernardo Blum Walid Hejazi | 26-Jun-24 | Class Dates: June 25, 26 July 3, 10, 17 | Part of Global Manager Initiative (GMI) RSM2123H is a prerequisite Prerequisite for RSM2709HY.2024-0101 Register via Add/Drop | Global Management (m) |
| RSM2709HY.2024-0101 | Global Practicum | Government of Ontario – UK Farnborough Air Show | Bernardo Blum Walid Hejazi | 26-Jun-24 | Travel Dates: July 22-26 | Part of Global Manager Initiative (GMI) RSM2123H and RSM2701HY.2024-0101 are prerequisites Register via Add/Drop | Global Management (m) |
Spring 2024 Global and Experiential Offerings
| Course Code/Section | Classification (if applicable) | Course Title | Instructor(s) | Drop Deadlines | Class Dates/Travel Dates (if applicable) | Notes | Emphases m = main s = supplemental |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSM2700HY.2024-0101 | ISP | CDL Scholars | Kevin Bryan | N/A | |||
| RSM2700HS.2024-0101 | ISP | The Government of Ontario (Mobile World Congress) | Bernardo Blum Walid Hejazi | Part of Global Manager Initiative (GMI) | N/A | ||
| RSM2700HS.2024-0102 | ISP | Sustainability Project | Bo Pelech Andreea Ciologariu | N/A | |||
| RSM2700HS.2024-0103 | ISP | Venture Creation Lab | Hussam Ayyad | N/A | |||
| RSM2700HS.2024-0104 | ISP | Environmental Sustainability (QEA) | Walid Hejazi | N/A | |||
| RSM2701HS.2024-0101 | GCP | The Government of Ontario (Mobile World Congress) | Bernardo Blum Walid Hejazi | Part of Global Manager Initiative (GMI) | Global Management (m) | ||
| CANCELLED | Travel Dates: TBC (14 days in Feb. or Mar.) | ||||||
| RSM2702HY.2024-0104 | OnBoard | Beatrix Dart | September 14, 2023 | Year Long Course | Sustainability and Society (s) | ||
| CANCELLED | |||||||
| RSM2709HS.2024-0115 | Global Practicum | Entrepreneurship & Innovation | Hussam Ayyad | Class Dates: March 22, 23 Travel Dates: May 12-17 | Global Management (m) | ||
| RSM2709HS.2024-0119 | Global Practicum | Social Impact Investing in Spain | Beatrix Dart | Class Dates: March 23, April 3 Travel Dates: May 5-11 | Global Management (m) |
Fall 2023 Global and Experiential Offerings
| Course Code/Section | Classification (if applicable) | Course Title | Instructor(s) | Drop Deadlines | Class Dates/Travel Dates (if applicable) | Notes | Emphases m = main s = supplemental |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCELLED | Final presentations during exam period (December 4-15) | ||||||
| RSM2700HF.2023-0102 | ISP | Accelerating Climate Finance | Susan McGeachie | N/A | |||
| RSM2700HF.2023-0103 | ISP | Sustainability Consulting Project | Bo Pelech Andreea Ciologariu | N/A | |||
| RSM2700HF.2023-0104 | ISP | Global Affairs Canada – Smart Cities Expo | Bernardo Blum Walid Hejazi | Part of Global Manager Initiative (GMI) | N/A | ||
| RSM2701HF.2023-0101 | GCP | Global Affairs Canada – Smart Cities Expo | Bernardo Blum Walid Hejazi | Part of Global Manager Initiative (GMI) | Global Management (m) | ||
| RSM2702HY.2024-0104 | OnBoard | Beatrix Dart | September 14, 2023 | Year Long Course | Sustainability and Society (s) | ||
| CANCELLED | |||||||
| RSM2709HY.2024-0113 | Global Practicum | Design-Driven Innovation – Singapore | Andrew Seepersad | September 25, 2023 | Class Dates: November 9, 16, 23 Travel Dates: January 7-16, 2024 | Global Management (m) |
Program Directory
The staff at the Office of Experiential Learning and Practicum Placement provide support and counselling for students.
- Academic Director, Global and Experiential Learning: Beatrix Dart
- Director, Student Life and International Experience: Renice Jones
- Associate Director, Global and Experiential Learning: Freeda Khan
- Program Manager, Global and Experiential Learning: Mimi Idakwoji
- Assistant Director, Community and Culture: Sneha Singh Banerjee
- OSE contact for International Exchange Program and DBI