International Opportunities

Rotman is arguably the best MBA school in Canada, however, may not open as many doors internationally as domestically. For those with international aspirations, not all hope is lost. The school offers two exceptional opportunities to travel abroad while studying: the International Study Tour, and the International Exchange program.

The International Study Tour

This subsidized trip allows a student two weeks of travel to a foreign country and meet with executives of firms based in those countries. This year's opportunities include chances to travel to Latin America (Brazil / Argentina), China and India amongst other countries. All of the applicants are interviewed, however, only those who best express their purpose for participating in the program are selected. I was personally disappointed by the lack an option to travel to Europe, where I intend to settle, but this seems to be consistent for most school endeavors (ex. there is little European representation in the classroom). The school subsidizes roughly $1500 to cover the costs of this trip, and it is estimated that a student will have to contribute roughly $3500 out of pocket.

The International Exchange Program

Rotman has established partnerships with other business schools worldwide. Students are given an opportunity to spend one term in the second year taking courses at schools the likes of London Business School (LBS), St. Gallen (Switzerland), etc. A complete list is available on the Rotman site. The application process is similar to that of the International Study Tour where applicants interview to be accepted for study at these other schools.