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ContentsWoRLDLYMessage from the Director 4Leaving a Mark on the International Stage 6International Faculty 8The Rich Diversity of our Students 11A Global Network of Exceptional Alumni 12The Business World Into the Classroom 14Montreal: An International & Dynamic City 16

InteGRAteDWhat is Integrated Management? 18Our Unique Integrated Approach to Teaching 20Specializing: Four Concentrations of Choice 24Gaining Experience 26Our International Exchange Program 29

PeRsonALIzeDMessage from Career Services 30Employment Statistics 32Our Mentoring Program 33Student Life 34

exCePtIonALAdmissions: What We Look for 36Scholarships, Exclusive Financing & Tuition 39Additional Options 40

Contact Information 43

WE DEvELOP FUTURE LEADERSWhat is unique about the Desautels Faculty of Management is the way in which we provide

students with a rigorous academic education integrated with the real world of business to create a

meaningful learning experience. We strive to develop leaders with integrity who can manage across

disciplines, are socially responsible and culturally sensitive in order to lead anywhere in the world.

Taking advantage of McGill Universitys great international reputation, our students learn from

classmates and top professors from across the globe. Every year, the University attracts

some of the brightest students from over 150 countries, creating an environment that is truly

multilingual and diverse a reflection of the city of Montreal itself.

We take enormous pride in having helped develop numerous highly successful, responsible

leaders and having enabled a multitude of graduates to achieve their goals.

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton with from left to right: Jesse Pearlstein, Shobhita Soor, Zev Thompson, Gabriel Mott and Mohammed Ashour.Photo: AP Images for the Hult Prize

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A WORLDLy MBA AWAITS yOUThe MBA at McGill Universitys Desautels

Faculty of Management is considered one of

the worlds most recognized, international

and dynamic MBA programs.

We aim to develop worldly leaders -

exceptional individuals with a global

perspective and a holistic approach to

problem solving. This worldly approach is

achieved through multiple ways, including

a unique combination of curriculum and

practical experience created by celebrated

professors and leading industry experts

from around the world, a diverse student

body in terms of education, work experience

and geography, as well as first-hand global

experience through our international study

trip. Our graduates combine strong analytical

ability, creativity, teamwork, and responsible

leadership to solve complex problems and

achieve lasting results.

Don Melville, MBA 00 Director, MBA & Masters Programs

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McGill has placed among the top 25 universities globally for 10 consecutive years. (Qs World University Rankings, 2013)

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Becoming worldly means to enter another persons world appreciating their needs and concerns on a deeper level. In doing so, you better understand your world.

- Henry MintzbergJohn Cleghorn Professor of Management studies

(strategy and organization)

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Soham Thorat (see p.33)

Gordon Yen (see p.13)

Alain Kassangana (see p.10)

Wissam Shaar (see p.24)

Dror Etzion (see p.9)

Toby Abraham (see p.26)

Ana Cebrian (see p.16)

Alexis Pradi (see p.34)

Soeren Klatt (see p.27)

Francesca Carrieri (see p.9)Hernan Magarios (see p.13)

Omar Toulan (see p.9)

Tuesday Reitano (see p.13)

Mike Ross (see p.12)

Davide Pisanu (see p.17)

Lauren Merkel (see p.27)

Nancy Adler (see p.9)

Andrea Rey de Castro (see p.27)

Saurabh Mishra (see p.9)

Sujata Madan (see p.42)

Steve Maguire (see p.18)

Jun Yeo (see p.24)

Maria Ponomareva (see p.25)

Julie Holland (see p.37)

Alain Garcia-Dubus (see p.13)

Robert Dorrance (see p.13)

Darren Entwistle (see p.13)

Lyndsay Webster-Rozon (see p.13)

Bertrand Cesvet (see p.41) Franois Moscovici (see p.13)

Demetrios Vakratsas (see p.8)

Soham Thorat (see p.33)

Gordon Yen (see p.13)

Alain Kassangana (see p.10)

Wissam Shaar (see p.24)

Dror Etzion (see p.9)

Toby Abraham (see p.26)

Ana Cebrian (see p.16)

Alexis Pradi (see p.34)

Soeren Klatt (see p.27)

Francesca Carrieri (see p.9)Hernan Magarios (see p.13)

Omar Toulan (see p.9)

Tuesday Reitano (see p.13)

Mike Ross (see p.12)

Davide Pisanu (see p.17)

Lauren Merkel (see p.27)

Nancy Adler (see p.9)

Andrea Rey de Castro (see p.27)

Saurabh Mishra (see p.9)

Sujata Madan (see p.42)

Steve Maguire (see p.18)

Jun Yeo (see p.24)

Maria Ponomareva (see p.25)

Julie Holland (see p.37)

Alain Garcia-Dubus (see p.13)

Robert Dorrance (see p.13)

Darren Entwistle (see p.13)

Lyndsay Webster-Rozon (see p.13)

Bertrand Cesvet (see p.41) Franois Moscovici (see p.13)

Demetrios Vakratsas (see p.8)

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LEAvING A MARk ON ThE INTERNATIONAL STAGEMBA graduates from McGill Universitys Desautels

Faculty of Management are recognized as among

the most internationally mobile in the world and

eager to make a positive contribution to their

profession and communities.

An MBA from Desautels and the relationships

formed here will open doors and provide

opportunities for the rest of your career.

We are pleased to announce that McGill

Universitys Desautels Faculty of Management

has been granted the prestigious European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).

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Nancy Adler (Usa), Organizational Behaviour | phD University of california Los angeles (UcLa) Professor Adler is a leading authority on global leadership and cross-cultural management. She is also an accomplished artist, and is recognized as a pioneer in the increasingly important integration of art and design with business and societal leadership. For more than a decade, she has brought artistic approaches into her consulting work with corporate clients. Professor Adler uses artistic approaches to support managers and executives worldwide to gain perspective and leadership insight, design options worthy of choosing, and to go beyond the dehydrated language of management.

Dror Etzion (Israel), strategy and Organization | phD Iese Business school, University of navarra, spainAn advocate for sustainability and related issues, Professor Etzion not only teaches at the Desautels Faculty of Management, he is also an associate member of the McGill School of Environment. His previous professional experience has included working in the software industry and for The Natural Step, an international non-profit research and consultancy organization dedicated to improving the environmental and social responsibility of businesses.

Francesca Carrieri (Italy), Finance | phD University of southern californiaInternational themes run through Professor Carrieris academic research. Her projects examine how integration of global capital markets and industries affect investment decisions. Her doctoral dissertation, written several years before the introduction of the euro and the European financial crisis, examined currency risk in European financial markets and the consequences of monetary unification. Apart from her teaching and research, she also has a passion for cooking and holds a degree from a Cordon Bleu school in Italy.

Saurabh Mishra (India), Marketing | phD Indiana UniversityAs an expert in marketing research, analytics, and strategy, Professor Mishras research focuses on understanding the value of marketing resources and capabilities in enabling firm innovations and financial performance. He has published a teaching case study through Harvard Business School Publishing and has received an award for his teaching. Professor Mishra has also worked in marketing strategy consulting with leading North American companies.

Omar Toulan (Usa), strategy and Organization | phD Massachusetts Institute of technology (MIt) Professor Toulan brings to the classroom his knowledge of international business and strategic management. His research, which focuses on the internationalization processes of firms, has been published in numerous academic and practitioner journals. He also co-founded the McGill Not-for-Profit Consulting Program, in which students work with mentors from leading consulting firms to provide pro-bono consulting to local not-for-profit organizations. Prior to entering academia, Professor Toulan worked as a consultant for McKinsey & Company in New York and Washington, D.C., and as an economics researcher at the White House. Professor Toulan has also performed private consulting and workshops for firms in the US, South America, and Europe.

The Desautels MBA is ranked #9 in the World for International Business.(financial times, 2014)

Demetrios vakratsasgReeceassociate Dean, Masters programs

associate professor, Marketing

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An innovative educational experience with a strong

international flavour. This is what defines our MBA

program. Our professors come from all over the world,

boasting top-notch expertise, which they bring to the

classroom in novel and engaging ways: integrated current

topics, co-teaching, experiential learning.

At Desautels, we promote a collaborative atmosphere

conducive to networking, to enhance our students learning

experience and maximize their satisfaction. We also enlist

the help of business leaders worldwidemany of them

distinguished alumnito ensure that our philosophies

and programs are always relevant, both to students and

employers, and in touch with todays global market.

At the Desautels Faculty of Management students always

feel like club members with access to world-class

knowledge and networking privileges.

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Alain kassangana, MBA 13ethIOpIastrategist, venture communications

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Alain Kassanganas passport, it seems, has never

been far from his reach. Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia,

Alain grew up in New York City, but moved to Tlanaro,

Madagascar, where he worked as a process engineer

with Rio Tinto, before moving to Montreal to pursue his

MBA at McGill University.

Alain joined the Desautels MBA program to

complement his technical training in engineering with

a broad set of business skills, including marketing,

finance and strategy. Acquiring an extensive,

international network was also very important to Alain.

Alain was also the host of our monthly CEO Speaker

Series, interviewing CEOs from multinational

corporations on a range of topics in an open forum.

Much of the uniqueness and success of the Desautels MBA program stems

from the rich diversity of its student body. Students typically hail from every

corner of the globe, come from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds,

and possess highly diversified educational and work-related experience.

Over the past five years, we have had students come to Desautels from

over 60 countries.

SAMPLE CLASS PROFILEAverage Age: 28.5

International Students: 55%

Female Students: 30%

Average Years of Work Experience: 5

First Language: English: 40% Bilingual: 90% French: 15% Trilingual: 45% Other: 45%

GMAT (range): 600 - 780

Background: Business: 35% Science: 20% Engineering: 25% Social Sciences: 20%

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McGill Universitys international reputation is impeccable. It attracts top students from all over the world and McGill graduates are among the most internationally mobile in the world.

- Alain Kassangana

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MBA graduates from McGill Universitys Desautels faculty of Management are recognized as among the most internationally mobile in the world and eager to make a positive contribution to their profession and communities. With over 20,000 Desautels alumni and more than 200,000 other McGill graduates present in almost every country on the planet, upon graduation you will become part of an exceptional network that spans the entire globe.

The top-notch education I received, coupled with the excellent reputation of McGill University abroad, has been a key asset to my international career in finance.

Hernan Magarios, MBA 05 (new York City, UsA)Portfolio solutions Group, Us Business HeadKPMG Corporate finance LLC

As someone who was highly involved in sports and student life during my MBA, I was able to further hone my leadership skills and develop close-knit networks, which have served me well throughout my career.

Alain Garcia-Dubus, MBA 01 (Bogot, Colombia)Head of structuring & executionscotiabank Colombia - Global Banking & Markets

At TELUS, we measure success not only by profitable returns, but also by our social and environmental contributions. Desautels exposed me to the fundamental values and strategies that have enabled us to cultivate a symbiotic relationship between community and business.

Darren entwistle, MBA 88 (Vancouver, Canada)executive ChairteLUs

I really enjoyed McGills location in the heart of downtown Montreal it creates an amazing atmosphere and provides easy access to the many activities this vibrant, multi-cultural city has to offer.

Lyndsay Webster-Rozon, MBA 97 (Cape town, south Africa)GM strategic MarketingPick n Pay

I wouldnt be able to run a global business without the direct exposure I had at the Desautels Faculty to international professors, students and industry leaders.

Robert Dorrance, MBA 77 (toronto, Canada)President and CeotD securities

The integrated approach of the Desautels MBA is absolutely unique and has given me a huge advantage in my role as a manager. It has enabled me to lead interdisciplinary teams much more effectively and maximize value for my organization.

tuesday Reitano, MBA 08 (Vienna, Austria)Programme ManagerUn office on Drugs and Crime

Not only did the Desautels MBA provide me with some of the key foundations for my current managerial roles, but its international focus has also given me a more global view that is absolutely necessary in todays business world.

Gordon Yen, MBA 92 (Hong Kong, China)executive Directorfountain set (Holdings) Ltd.

The Desautels MBA gave me a global network of friends for life. Beyond enjoying sharing news and seeing our respective children growing up, we still phone each other to ask for professional advice, no matter what the distance or time difference.

franois Moscovici, MBA 87 (London, UK)Partner & DirectorWhite Water Group

Montreal is a great, diverse city and McGill is a world-class university. My fellow classmates all came from different backgrounds, and we were taught by professors who had different experiences and perspectives. It was a fantastic combination that really attracted me to the Desautels MBA program from the start.

- Mike Ross

Mike Ross, MBA 11MOntReaL, canaDaAssociate, McKinsey & Company

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Mikes international background and

experience made the Desautels MBA a

perfect fit for him. Having worked as a

lawyer in five different countries and as a

project manager for a Middle East peace

initiative, the diversity of the program was

a major factor in choosing McGill. For

me, returning to Montreal to do my MBA

at McGill was both a homecoming and an

opportunity to meet people from around the

world, he says. I came back to my native

city after 13 years away, but did so in the

context of a top-rated international program

with some of the best and most interesting

students I have ever encountered.

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It is our focus to integrate real-world thinking and approaches throughout the learning experience by bringing the worlds best to our students. We draw on

the expertise of world leaders to give our students the once-in-a-lifetime chance to learn from the wisdom and experiences of top executives from across

the globe and interact with these leaders in many different ways. These relationships also lead to mentorship and job opportunities for our students.

GUEST SPEAKER - Sir Richard Branson GUEST SPEAKER - Aldo Bensadoun EXPERT PANEL MEMBER - Carole Teitelbaum GUEST SPEAKER - Nobel Laureate, Dr. Muhammad yunus

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CEO SPEAkERS Regular Q&A events are held with CEOs and industry leaders on a wide range of topics. MBA students also have the chance to attend lunches in a small group

setting with various CEO speakers to discuss a variety of topics.

PROFESSORS OF PRACTICEThese senior business leaders and top professors provide

our students with the latest business practices and real-life

examples by sharing their experiences in the classroom.

ExPERT PANELS Expert Panels are comprised of 30 to 50 leading professionals in

areas such as Marketing, Finance, Global Strategy, Leadership,

Technology and Innovation Management. These top executives from

around the world help our students gain valuable industry exposure

by bringing their experience into the classroom through lectures, live

cases and projects.

GUEST LECTURERS Desautels taps into its vast network of alumni and expert panel

members to bring in innumerable guest lecturers who share their

experience, innovations and challenges with students.

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INTERNATIONAL FACULTy ADvISORy BOARDThese highly successful industry leaders from

around the globe provide regular support and

recommendations to our Dean and Faculty.

IN ThE hEART OF ThE CITyMontreal - a remarkable, dynamic metropolis

McGills Desautels Faculty of Management

is located in the heart of downtown Montreal,

a culturally-vibrant city recognized world-wide as

one of North Americas most dynamic business

communities. The Greater Montreal Region is a

beautiful, diverse, multi-ethnic and multilingual

metropolis with a population of more than three

million people. Montreal is a very affordable

city, and downtown housing for students can

always be found at very reasonable rates.

The city is only 45 minutes away from great

ski resorts and the U.S. border. Montreal is

one the worlds few fully bilingual cities where

public services are readily available in both

English and French.

www.tourisme-montreal.org

FOUR REASONS TO FALL IN LOvE WITh MONTREAL...

Montreal remains a unique and cultural city! I have lived in Paris, New York City and London, and yet Montreal is amazing and I now call it my home.

- Davide Pisanu (Canada)

1. Montreal is festivals.

Come summer or winter, if you live

in Montreal, you can rest assured

that there will be a festival in a

neighbourhood near you. Montreal

bustles with festivals for every reason

during every season, including Les

Francofolies de Montral, Montreal

International Jazz Festival, Just for

Laughs Festival, Montreal Fashion &

Design Festival, Osheaga Music and

Arts Festival, Igloofest, Montral en

Lumire, just to name a few.

2. Montreal is known for its restaurants and nightlife.

Celebrated American chef and TV

personality Anthony Bourdain boasts

that Montreal is one of the worlds

top destinations when it comes to

eating in style. The city has over

5,000 restaurants to suit all styles

and budgets. McGill is within walking

distance of some of the citys

great downtown eateries, pubs,

restaurants, and its multitude of

great clubs and late-night venues.

3. Montreal is a sports capital.

The National Hockey Leagues

Montreal Canadiens, 24-time winners

of the Stanley Cup | The Montreal

Impact professional soccer club of the

Major League Soccer (MLS) league |

The Montreal Alouettes, winners

of the Canadian Football Leagues

2010 Grey Cup Championship |

Grand Prix du Canada | Rogers Cup

international mens and womens

tennis championship | NASCAR |

Tour de lle de Montral

4. Montreal is culture.

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts |

McCord Museum of Canadian History |

Museum of Contemporary Art |

Canadian Centre for Architecture |

Place des Arts, Places des

Spectacles | Les Grands Ballets

Canadiens | Montreal Symphony

Orchestra

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I chose McGill for its renowned reputation around the

globe. I plan to have an international career and it was

important for me to study in a well-known university. As I

completed a concentration in Finance, I found it a privilege

to study in Canada, a country that has shown in the last

crisis what a strong and healthy financial system it has.

The MBA program is like a big family! The fact that

the class is not large makes it easier to get to know

everyone quite fast. The MBA staff and the professors

are very nice and friendly and take their jobs very

seriously. Finally, there are a lot of different classes

to choose from and different ways of making your

own program with great choices such as pursuing an

internship or going abroad as an exchange student.

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Montreal is the best city in Canada for student life.(According to a survey of university students in Canada, the Globe & Mail Canadian University Report, 2012)

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To enable you to lead effectively and responsibly in this

increasingly complex and interconnected world, we have

created a truly innovative integrated MBA curriculum that

breaks down the barriers between traditional disciplines.

Our curriculum also integrates industry expertise, soft and

hard skills, real-world experience and practice throughout.

Most importantly, we encourage you to incorporate your

personal and professional goals,

values and aspirations to create

an MBA experience that will help

guide you for the rest of your life.

WhAT IS INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT?Its all about appreciating the validity and innovative potential of different perspectives on value.Integrated management constructively faces the tensions

of different perspectives on value in order to formulate

and implement strategies that transcend rather than

accept trade-offs.

Whether one considers the relations between different

functional specialties inside an organization or the

relations between the organization and different external

stakeholders, the requirement for managers who can

articulate and reconcile issues from multiple perspectives

continues to grow.

why is Integrated Management important?The significant ecological, social and economic issues

with which society is now wrestling and the major

challenges confronting contemporary managers are

closely related. As these challenges mount, leaders

who are able to appreciate the interconnectedness

of different forms of capital and to develop integrated

solutions that create value for their organization and

its stakeholders will be the ones most sought after

by employers and the ones most likely to contribute to

positive change in the world. This is why the Desautels

Faculty of Management has become a global leader

in integrated management education and research.Our MBA program was redesigned with the Core courses organized around cross-cutting themes. Each of these courses is delivered by a team of up to four different faculty members, each from different areas, which encourages integrated problem-solving.

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LAyING ThE FOUNDATIONSA summer Base Camp allows you to brush up on fundamental quantitative methods, such as Business Statistics, Financial Accounting and Math for Finance. This is followed by orientation week activities where

students get to know each other better and are introduced to key members of the faculty and administration,

as well as guest speakers from various industries.

INTEGRATING DISCIPLINESThe Core curriculum in the first semester is made up of five key interdisciplinary modules:

BUILDING kEy SkILLSThroughout the year, a number of key workshops cover career development, presentation skills and case analyses in order to integrate hard and soft skills, as well as academic and professional experiences.

We also highly encourage you to be involved in the multitude of student-led activities, intramural sports

teams and groups.

Helps you reflect on what success means for you, what goals and responsibilities (personal, organizational and societal) you would like to assume in the business world and what you personally would like to achieve during your MBA.

- Leadership

Covers the analytical skills you will need to make decisions in an organization.

- Financial accounting

- Business statistics

Teaches you how to manage human, financial and technological resources.

- Information systems

- Organizational Behaviour

- Finance

Addresses how to use these resources to create marketable value through the operations of the organization.

- Marketing- Information systems

- Operations Management

- corporate social Responsibility

- Micro-economics

Provides an understanding of the global environment in which a company operates and how sustainable competitive advantage is created.

- Marketing- Macro-economics- entrepreneurship- strategy- sustainable Development

SPECIALIzINGAfter the first semester, you will have the opportunity

to specialize in at least one of four concentrations: Global Strategy and Leadership, Finance, Marketing,

and Technology and Innovation Management.

Concentrations allow students to tailor their studies

to their specific career goals and interests. A

concentration comprises five courses (15 credits)

in one area. Each concentration is supported by

leading professors and executives from around the

world, who help shape the curriculum to best reflect

the latest trends and current business needs.

DEvELOPING A WORLDLy PERSPECTIvEFollowing the Core, you will have the unique opportunity to learn first-hand about business in

a foreign country during a 10-day international study trip. You will visit leading executives and companies in that country, interact with locals and

learn to understand the key economic, social and

environmental drivers of that particular country.

In addition to the trip, students are able to

experience the world of business through regular

interaction with industry CEOs, speakers and

mentors throughout the program.

GAINING ExPERIENCEYou will also complete an Experiential Component, which can be in the form of a paid internship,

guided research study (practicum) or you may

choose to participate in an international exchange,

experiencing the socioeconomic and cultural

contexts of another country, while studying at

leading universities in Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa,

the Middle East or the Americas.

Integration of disciplines is achieved through a unique set of Core modules during the first semester, each taught by a team of professors from different disciplines. No other MBA program

in the world offers this distinctive collaborative approach.

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Global Strategy & Leadership Finance Marketing Technology & Innovation Management

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GLOBAL STRATEGy & LEADERShIPDrawing on a variety of cross-disciplinary courses, including strategy, organizational

behaviour, entrepreneurship and international business, this concentration

provides students with an integrated perspective on leading business issues.

Students are prepared for the challenges posed by a globalizing marketplace and

develop the skills valued by employers in the consulting, business development,

project management, and related fields. Among the issues covered are how to

take a firm international, how to manage a multi-cultural workforce, how to launch

a new venture, and how to promote sustainable development. Students will

develop skills valued by employers in many areas, such as consulting, business

development, project management, and related fields.

This concentration covers many fields and will prepare me well for a leadership role in any organization and any industry.

- Wissam shaar, MBA 13 (Lebanon)

FINANCE STRATEGy & LEADERShIPEmphasizes on how firms raise capital and on the optimal

allocation of capital for investments. Students gain expertise

in three sub-fields of finance - banking, corporate finance and

investments. They gain an understanding of the functions related

to corporate fund management and investment decision-making.

This concentration prepares students for multiple careers,

including investment banking, corporate finance, corporate

treasury, asset management or risk management, among others.

Coming from a business development background in the entertainment industry, I knew that choosing the Finance concentration would make me a more well-rounded work professional in areas of strategy and business analysis, and give me an edge in finding a fulfilling post-MBA career.

- Jun Yeo, MBA 13 (singapore)

TEChNOLOGy & INNOvATION MANAGEMENTThis concentration provides tools, frameworks, and integration of all aspects

of organizational operations, supply chain, IT processes and innovation

management. As technology reshapes the globe and innovations transform

markets and organizations, the 21st century manager will be deeply immersed

in Technology and Innovation Management. A unique aspect of the concentration

is the capstone project course where students work on solving a real-life

technology innovation problem. Students following this concentration will be

uniquely qualified to take jobs in areas including new product development,

IT strategy, operations and supply chain management, and technology consulting.

Here is a concentration that covered all the bases I was looking for. I gained a solid foundation in new product development, operations, and supply chain management.

- Gregory Illson, MBA 13 (UsA)

MARkETINGThis concentration focuses on the development of skills in understanding

customers and markets, creating value through products and services,

evaluating the effectiveness of marketing programs, and managing customer

relationships. It emphasizes understanding the market and stresses the

formulation of successful marketing strategies in all types of environments.

Just as consumer product companies market their goods, government agencies,

non-profit institutions and other public organizations provide services which have

to be marketed. Marketers must carefully define the product, inform consumers

about it, present it in the best manner and decide on a price. The manner

in which these activities are carried out is at the heart of an organizations

strategy. This concentration prepares students for multiple careers, including

brand and product management, advertising, market research, project

management or marketing and general consulting.

I already had a marketing background before starting the MBA but I was impressed with how much more I learned about the wider business and financial contexts, as well as about strategic planning of marketing activities for businesses which pursue high profitability while respecting the environment and communities.

- Maria Ponomareva, MBA 13 (Russia)

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How do you know if a peacekeeper or a policy builder is doing a good job? At the United Nations, I built and analyzed the reports that aid under-secretary generals, directors and project managers in all decisions pertaining to promotion, bonuses and termination. To me, the internship was not only the fulfillment of a lifelong dream, but also applied to my professional aspirations in more ways than one.

- toby Abraham

FULFILLMENT OF A LIFELONG DREAM

Toby Abraham, MBA 13InDIa/saUDI aRaBIaTalent Management Consultant, Halogen Software

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With a Global Strategy & Leadership concentration, I feel

I was able to exract the most from the program by gaining

insights into how organizations work in a macroeconomic

environment as well as the right strategies to use,

particularly when it comes to working on matters of public

interest. My internship was with the United Nations, in the

Office of Human Resources Management [OHRM]. I was

based in New York City, and had the pleasure of working

in the historic United Nations headquarters.

I worked with the team that oversaw the performance

evaluation (appraisal) of employees at the UN and its

child entities. Essentially, we were the team that built

reports about how well the employees were doing their

job, based on the observations of supervisors and other

metrics of judgement.

WORkING WITh yOU TO GIvE yOU ThE BEST Building a career calls for both theoretical training and hands-on practice,

not to mention developing a wide professional network. The Desautels

Faculty of Management offers MBA students the opportunity to gain

valuable industry experience through a comprehensive internship program.

We will work closely with you to help select the field and organization that

best suits your interest and goals.

PRACTICUM: OPENING DOORS OF OPPORTUNITyInstead of an internship or exchange, you may also opt to analyze a specific facet of an existing organization, industry or your own professional experience

through a practicum. Working under the guidance of a faculty member, you will develop a thorough report exploring an area of graduate-level management

theory with an industry client or using your own work experience as the subject.

GAIN vALUABLE INDUSTRy ExPERIENCE ThROUGh PAID iNTERNShiPS AT LEADING ORGANIzATIONS IN MONTREAL AND AROUND ThE WORLD.

Andrea Rey de Castro Pastor (Peru)Internship at Puma

Soeren Klatt (Germany)Internship at Rio Tinto

Lauren Merkel (United States)Internship at Bombardier Aerospace

Davide Pisanu (Canada)Internship at Mckinsey & Company

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an InteRnatIOnaL exchange pROgRaM that BRIngs OppORtUnItIesThrough the Partnership in International Management (PIM), McGill

students have the opportunity to take part in a range of exchange

options around the world. Each member institution of more than 30

universities (located in Asia/Pacific, Europe, Middle East and the

Americas) represents the highest degree of excellence in the fields of

business administration and management. They are also educational

leaders in their geographic region, delivering an MBA or graduate-

equivalent degree in management that is globally competitive.

TEAMING UP WITh ThE WORLDS TOP BUSINESS SChOOLS (A SAMPLING)

ESADE Business School (Barcelona)

Fundao Getulio Vargas (So Paulo)

HEC Paris (Paris)

Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad)

Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill)

Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester (Manchester)

McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas at Austin (Austin)

Melbourne Business School, The University of Melbourne (Melbourne)

Nanyang Business School, Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)

NUS Business School, National University of Singapore (Singapore)

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (Rotterdam)

School of Management, Fudan University (Shanghai)

SDA Bocconi School of Management, Bocconi University (Milan)

The St.Gallen MBA, University of St.Gallen (St.Gallen)

Leshan, China Seville, Spain

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SUPPORTING yOU TO AChIEvE yOUR DREAMS

Marie-Jos Beaudinexecutive Director, career services

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At the Desautels Faculty of Management, we adopt a very personalized

approach in our MBA program through small class sizes, an array of

career services and student-led groups and activities.

Our Career Services offers a fully integrated career preparation program

that is tailored to the needs of every student. We offer industry-

specialized career advising, targeted workshops and a mentoring

program, where we match each student with an external business

leader in the field of interest to the student. We also organize numerous

company information sessions and career events so that students can

obtain more in-depth knowledge about different jobs and industries and,

most importantly, build a wide professional network.

Our graduates placement success is developed through a strong

partnership between our students and Career Services. Our students

own their career path and Career Services helps support them through

placement opportunities as well as imparting key skills that not only

have an impact on students short term careers but also in order to

build long-term success.

At Desautels, you will not only be prepared for a great job right after graduation,

but also longer-term for rapid advancement throughout your career.

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An emphasis on your individual needs, goals and aspirations during and after the MBA

An exclusive cohort of 70-90 students per year, allowing for a more personalized approach to

teaching and career development

A comprehensive suite of tailored career services including industry specialized advising, mentorship,

internships, a multitude of networking events and

recruiting opportunities with the worlds leading

organizations

Countless opportunities to participate in student-led sports, clubs, and activities that match your particular

interests and allow you to tailor your learning

experience outside of the classroom to complement

your classroom learning and past work experience

we offer a learning experience designed to meet the needs

of each student through:

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McGill Desautels MBA graduates are ranked #1 in Canada and among the best in the world by employers.(BusinessWeek 2012)

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The Mentoring Program is a great way tohave a friend in the corporate world. To knowand to learn about my mentors experienceswhen she was at the same crossroads was really enriching. My mentors experience, vision and knowledge helped me connect the dots about my background, my strengths and my aspirations. It was really great and encouraging to have someone genuinely show interest in my goals, and help me to achieve them.

- soham thorat, MBA 13 (India)

LEvERAGING ThE ExPERIENCE OF BUSINESS LEADERSOur MBA Mentorship Program provides an amazing opportunity for students to

engage in important dialogue with leading executives. One-on-one relationships

provide invaluable insight into your specialized field, while creating multiple

networking opportunities with successful business professionals.

OUR MBa eMpLOYMent ResULts

89% PLACEMENT WIThIN 3 MONThS OF GRADUATION OvER ThE PAST 3 yEARS.+

FUNCTIONAL AREA (see website for further information) CLASS PERCENTAGE

Consulting 30%

Finance 27%

Marketing/Sales 18%

General Management 7%

Information Technology 7%

Other (HR, Operations, Entrepreneurship) 11%

BASED ON 2012-2013 FINAL RESULTS

COMPENSATION INFORMATION (ExPECTED UPON GRADUATION)*

MEAN MEDIAN

Salary $84,857 $80,000

Signing Bonus** $15,885 $10,000

Guaranteed Compensation*** $13,994 $18,000

Other Non-Guaranteed $14,486 $7,500 Compensation (Expected)****

* All compensation information is quoted in CDN$ and based on 2012-2013 final results. Compensation data based on 64% survey completion rate for that section.

** 38% of employed students who reported salary information reported receiving a signing bonus. *** 24% of employed students who reported salary information reported receiving guaranteed compensation. **** 66% of employed students who reported salary information reported receiving other non-guaranteed compensation.

Aimia Aldo Amazon Autodesk Bain & Company Bell Canada BCG BMO Capital Markets Bombardier CAE Capital One CGI CIBC CN Investments Deloitte Consulting Desjardins Deutsche Post DHL Consulting Export Development Corporation GlaxoSmithKline Google IBM Imperial Oil KPMG-SECOR LOreal McKinsey & Company Mercer/Oliver Wyman Merrill Lynch National Bank Financial Novartis Pfizer Procter & Gamble PWC RBC Bank Reebok Rio Tinto Scotiabank TD Bank Financial United Nations (UN)

A SAMPLING OF RECENT RECRUITERS

OUR MentORIng pROgRaM:

McGill is among the top 20 universities in the world from which global company CEOs prefer to hire.

(International Herald tribune-trendence Research Campus 360 Partner Report-Ceo survey)

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BEyOND ThE CLASSROOMStudents at Desautels like to maintain an active

and enriching series of extracurricular activities

and there is much to choose from when youre

studying at McGill. Beyond the classroom

experience, you will have an incomparable

opportunity to meet new people, develop your

talents and learn new skills. You can gain important

hands-on knowledge through our student-run groups

and maximize your experience by participating in

one of the many intramural sports and clubs.

I was busy at Desautels! I was involved with the Entrepreneurship Club, the Marketing Club, I was Editor of the MBA Yearbook Club, and a few weeks into my MBA program, I was involved in a 90-person Lipdub. I also went to India on The Hot Cities of the World Tour and helped raise funds to send underprivileged Indian girls to school. I have had such a great time!

- Jun Yeo, MBA 13 (singapore)

Alexis Pradi, MBA 13 FRanceaccount executive, cossette

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Soccer was more than just kicks for Alexis Pradi, even at a

young age. He was born in Lyon, France, and started playing

football as a young toddler. By the age of 13, he joined the

Olympique de Marseille soccer club, and was drafted to the

First Team at 18. Alexis had the chance to train with famous

French international soccer players such as Fabien Barthez,

Samir Nasri, Franck Ribry and Djibril Ciss. His first appearance

in the French Premier League took place in 2006, where he

played against Paris Saint-Germain. Alexis would remain with

the Olympique de Marseille until 2007. At that time, however,

an injury would keep him off the field for six months a

time when he decided to take stock of his future and look at

different options. After completing his Bachelor in Business

Administration at Embry-Riddle University, Alexis decided to

apply for an MBA and chose the Desautels MBA program at

McGill based on the quality and reputation of the university and

the MBA program. Studying didnt keep him away from his first

love, as Alexis had the opportunity to play varsity soccer with

the McGill Redmen team, one of the 28 different varsity sports

teams at McGill. In 2011, Alexis earned first-team All-Canadian

honours at the CIS mens soccer awards gala, and was voted by

coaches as All Canadian, Best Defender in Canada.

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www.mcgill.ca/desautels/mba/admissions

Julie holland, MBA 13 canaDa / Usasoftgoods Marketing Manager, Reebok ccM hockey

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I chose McGill because of its prestigious

international rankings and it fully exceeded

any expectations I had thought about

grad school. It was not only a learning

experience but a life experience. It pushed

me to my outer limits in which I competed,

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Carine Nahmanassociate Director, MBa Recruitment

Choosing the right MBA

Choosing the right MBA is one of the most important professional

decisions you will make. The McGill MBA is designed to help give you

the ability to develop and improve your career to its fullest potential.

what are we looking for in a student?

We are not looking for students to fit a specific profile; we look at multiple

qualities, including academic credentials, work experience, leadership abilities

and extracurricular involvement... most importantly, we look for applicants who

demonstrate the potential to become the responsible leaders of tomorrow.

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Jonathan khayatassociate Director, MBa Recruitment

Antoinette Molinoassociate Director, MBa admissions

Marie-Eve Royassociate Director, MBa Recruitment

SOME kEy FACTS ABOUT ADMISSIONS: The program begins in August and lasts 20 months

(four semesters)

The language of instruction is English

The final deadline for admission is March 15 for international students and May 1 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Please see our website for

additional dates and details

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are advised to submit their completed application as

early as possible because the class may be filled prior

to the final application deadlines listed above

Admission decisions are usually made within four weeks upon receipt of a completed application (including all

supporting documents)

ADMISSION REqUIREMENTSthe Desautels MBA program is designed for high achievers who show strong managerial and leadership potential.

Application requirements include:

Transcripts from undergraduate and other graduate degrees

Graduate Management Admissions Test scores (GMAT) Completion of the TOEFL, when applicable

Minimum of two years of relevant full-time work experience after completion of an undergraduate degree

A detailed curriculum vitae

Two letters of reference

Interview with a Desautels MBA representative

The administrative staff, career services advisors and professors really care about me as an individual and were there to help me achieve my goals.

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schOLaRshIps, BURsaRIes, aWaRDs & ExCLUSIVE FINANCING

Desautels has a large number of substantial MBA fellowships and awards

available based on many different criteria, including academics, work experience,

extracurricular activities and other leadership areas. Information on exclusive

low-interest credit-line options and other financing information can also be found

on our website. A small sampling of our awards are listed below.

ExCLUSIvE FINANCINGOur exclusive partnership with Desjardins Financial Group allows future students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents potential access to a line of credit of up to $90,000 at the prime rate.

www.mcgill.ca/desautels/mba/tuition/scholarship

Desautels MBA Entrance Awards

These merit-based awards are granted upon acceptance to the program; you need not apply separately, and they are renewable providing you maintain good academic standing in your MBA studies.Value: $5,000 to over 50% tuition

Scotiabank Fellowships

Established in 2010 by Scotiabank in order to support outstanding MBA students in the Desautels Faculty of Management. Awarded on the basis of academic merit.

Value: Up to $10,000

Desautels worldly MBA Fellowships International

Established in 2012, these fellowships are awarded to entering International students on the basis of international exposure, strong academic record, and demonstrated leadership skills. Value: Up to $20,000

timothy thompson Fellowship

Established in 2010 by Timothy Thompson, MBA 90. Awarded to outstanding Canadian MBA students on the basis of academic merit and demonstrated community involvement and leadership.Value: Up to $10,000

rio tinto - richard Evans graduate Fellowships

Awarded to any Masters student in a management degree program that may be applicable to the mining and metals industry.

Value: Up to $20,000

explorance MBA leadership Award

Established in 2010 by Samer Bekai-Saab, BEng 93, MBA 96, for a graduate student who demonstrates strong leadership.

Value: Up to $10,000

Desautels worldly MBA Fellowships Canada

Established in 2012, these fellowships are awarded to entering Canadian students on the basis of international exposure, strong academic record, and demonstrated leadership skills. Value: Up to $20,000

reckziegel Family leadership Award

Established in 2011 by David Reckziegel and his family, in order to support outstanding MBA students in the Desautels Faculty of Management.

Value: Up to $20,000

Includes Base Camp seminars and a 10-day international study trip. Many students are able to reduce their costs substantially through scholarships, bursaries or awards.

Estimated living expenses for a single student studying full time and residing in downtown Montreal for a 12-month period are approximately CDN $19,500.

www.mcgill.ca/desautels/mba/tuition

Program Tuition(2015 entering class)

CDN $39,750 per year

(CDN $79,500 total)

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PROFESSIONAL PART-TIME MBAThe Professional MBA is a unique part-time program for working professionals

from different fields. Individuals ready to make an investment in their future

without interrupting their existing career will find the PMBA to be a great option.

www.mcgill.ca/desautels/pmba

INTERDISCIPLINARy PROGRAMSMBA-law and MD-MBA options provide students with a specialized knowledge base while preparing them for management and leadership roles.

The Desautels Faculty of Management also collaborates closely with many

other faculties, including Music and Engineering.

www.mcgill.ca/desautels/mbalaw

www.mcgill.ca/desautels/mdmba

ACCELERATED STUDyQualified candidates who have completed a Bachelor of Commerce or

Business Administration degree from a recognized North American university

may apply for the accelerated study option. If accepted for this option,

you will not be required to complete the experiential part of the curriculum.

www.mcgill.ca/desautels/mba/accelerated

aDDItIOnaL OptIOns DESAUTELS GRADUATES COME FULLy EqUIPPED WITh ThE RIGOR ThAT WE ExPECT

Bertrand Cesvet, MBA 90MOntReaL, canaDapartner, sid Lee

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Bertrand Cesvet is the chairman and third principal

partner of award-winning creative agency Sid Lee.

Bertrand provides creative and strategic leadership for

top-tier clients that include adidas, Dell, Cirque du Soleil,

Red Bull and MGM Grand. He is also co-author of the

best-selling business book, Conversational Capital: How to

Create Stuff People Love to Talk About.

Bertrand takes pride in Sid Lee, and knows that the

success of the agency is dependent on its employees.

It is for this reason that he employs McGill University

graduates. When we recruit at the Desautels Faculty of

Management, what we find is an incredible diversity of

candidates, he says. I think the school is doing a very

good job of attracting talented people. We find that these

people fit right into the very diverse and outwardly focused

company that were trying to create. Theres a great

connection with the culture, and a great deal of relevance,

because these McGill graduates come here fully equipped

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MBA PROGRAM INFORMATIONJonathan KhayatAssociate Director, MBA Recruitment

Tel.: + 1 (514) 398-4051

jonathan.khayat@mcgill.ca

Carine nahmanAssociate Director, MBA Recruitment

Tel.: + 1 (514) 398-4674

carine.nahman@mcgill.ca

Marie-Eve royAssociate Director, MBA Recruitment

Tel: + 1 (514) 398-5335

me.roy@mcgill.ca

If you are in Montreal, we invite you to contact us

to arrange a tour of the faculty or a class visit.

GENERAL INFORMATIONMasters Programs officeDesautels Faculty of Management

McGill University

1001 Sherbrooke Street West, Room 302

Montreal, Quebec H3A 1G5, Canada

Tel.: + 1 (514) 398-4066

Fax: + 1 (514) 398-2499

mba.mgmt@mcgill.ca www.mcgill.ca/mba

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yOU WILL LOvE IT hERE!

Sujata Madan InDIa

academic Director, MBa program

professor of practice in Finance

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I have been teaching at the Desautels Faculty for

nine years. What I can say with near certainty is that

if you are accepted to McGill and choose to join our

MBA program, you will not regret it. In fact, you will

love it here!

Every year, I have the pleasure of teaching and

interacting with bright and passionate MBA students

from all over the world. We stay in touch with many

of them after graduation.

The intimate class size, the co-teaching, and the

integrated curriculum structure create a sense of

community and camaraderie that is unparalleled.

Each MBA student here is treated as a truly unique

individual, not just a number I promise.

And, of course, the amazing vibe of both McGill

University and the city of Montreal is unbeatable.

So make the life-changing leap to join us. Apply!

Professor Madan has received multiple awards for her teaching excellence and her passionate dedication to students, including the Principals Prize for Excellence in Teaching, the Desautels Distinguished Teaching Award and Teacher of the Year.

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