Student ambassadors
These current students are happy to share their experiences of all facets of the Rotman Full-Time MBA program.
Have questions about getting in, making the transition back to school, or juggling the demands of work, school and life? Rotman ambassadors are current students who have volunteered their time to help you make your MBA decision, and are ready to share their experiences of the program. They also help those on track to study with us feel prepared for what lies ahead.
Read their bios to find the ambassador who is the best fit for your questions. To connect with an ambassador, click their name to email us with your request to chat.
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MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India
Pre-MBA Education
- CFA Level III Candidate, CFA Institute
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Economics, St. Stephen's College, Delhi University
Internship
Summer Associate, Bell Canada Enterprises
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting or Venture Capital
Bio
Aakash is an ex-start-up founder and a management consultant with extensive experience in working with clients across the globe. He is a keen learner and a mentor, looking to leverage the MBA program to move into leadership roles. Aakash is also a finhub student fellow and VP of strategic partnerships at Rotman Sports Business Association.
Why Rotman?
“I decided to join Rotman because of its strong alumni network and values. The school provides a great mix of in class learning and practical learning with multiple experiential courses.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Sports Business Association, Rotman Finance Association, and Rotman South Asian Business Association
Personal Interests
Playing sports and other outdoor activities.
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India/UAE
Pre-MBA Education
- Professional Engineering License – Professional Engineers Ontario
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Hon.) - Mechanical Engineering | Double Minor - Business & Robotics, University of Toronto
Internship
Summer Consultant, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Post-MBA Interests
Management Consulting / Strategy
Bio
Ahmed is a Professional Engineer and is currently pursuing an MBA at the Rotman School of Management. He has over four years of engineering consulting experience in the Mining and Metals industry, as well as academic research experience at the University of Toronto.
Why Rotman?
“I came to Rotman for three reasons: learning, comfort, and opportunities. I wanted to receive quality education due to Rotman's rigorous reputation in research, stay in Toronto because of it’s diverse and welcoming culture, and benefit from the numerous professional and social activities that Rotman unlocks!”
Rotman Clubs
Management Consulting Association, and Rotman Active Association
Personal Interests
Cooking, coffee, photography, design, biking, running, and binging Netflix shows.
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Ecuador / Chile
Pre-MBA Education
- Business Engineer with Master of Finance, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
- Master of Science in Finance, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
Internship
Associate, IB Enterprise Productivity, Scotiabank
Post-MBA Interests
Finance, Entertainment and Media, Fintech, Startup
Bio
Alvaro grew up in Ecuador and moved to Chile, where he completed his Bachelor's Degree in business administration. He then worked for six years in asset management as a regional bank's portfolio manager of local fixed-income funds. Finally, he decided to study for an MBA to broaden his scope and navigate other industries and role opportunities. In the summer of 2022, Alvaro interned in the international banking productivity team at Scotiabank.
Why Rotman?
“Rotman is the perfect place to expand my cultural curiosity and global awareness in a diverse environment while creating a powerful network of friends and connections. On the other hand, it gives me the opportunity to expand my scope and get out of my comfort zone.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Entertainment and Media Association, Rotman Latin American Business Club
Personal Interests
Spending time with family and friends. Playing team sports, hiking, and most of all traveling! Especially road trips. I also love board games, puzzles, and collecting coins from all over the world!
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
China
Pre-MBA Education
- Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada)
- Bachelor of Honors Business Administration (HBA), Richard Ivey School of Business, Western University
- CFA Level II Candidate – CFA Institute
Internship
Investment Banking Summer Associate – Merger & Acquisition, CIBC World Markets
Post-MBA Interests
Investment Banking
Bio
Andrew holds an HBA degree from Richard Ivey Business School. Prior to Rotman, he was a Senior Analyst at Overbay Capital Partners where he focused on Private Equity Secondaries. For his summer internship, Andrew worked at CIBC Capital Markets as an Investment Banking Summer Associate in the Mergers and Acquisitions group. He will return to the CIBC M&A team next year after graduation.
Why Rotman?
“Rotman runs one of the most well-regarded MBA programs in Canada for its prestigious research ability, strong alum networks, and high placement rate. Moreover, the school is located next to the financial district, which makes students convenient to expand our networks with industrial professionals.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Asian Business Association
Personal Interests
Hiking
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Mexico
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)
Internship
GLDP Summer Associate – Ontario Credit Risk Management, CIBC
Post-MBA Interests
Finance
Bio
Angie is a Chemical Engineer that has performed business analysis in Private Equity and Venture Capital for diverse sectors such as real estate and mining in Mexico, U.S., and Canada. She is pursuing to transition into a financial role in the banking industry. During the last summer, she served her internship at CIBC in the Graduate Leadership Development Program, contributing to the Ontario Credit Risk Management team. She is passionate about learning from women and helping other women to pursue their personal and professional goals. She would like to create an impact in the financial services industry by bringing her experience, breaking the stigma of women as leaders and collaborating with her team for the common good.
Why Rotman?
“I spoke with Rotman Alumni prior to making my decision, and I could see how Rotman’s MBA program increased their knowledge and skills to pursue their professional goals. In my case, I wanted to pivot my career into a more financial role, enhance several of my skills, and learn from people with diverse backgrounds. Therefore, Rotman was the optimal choice for me.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Latin American Business Club (executive team), Rotman Active Association (executive team), Rotman Finance Association, Rotman Asset Management Association, Students Against Anti-black Racism, Rotman Wine Society
Personal Interests
Sports enthusiast, enjoys meeting new people, dancing, and trying out new food places.
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Jamaica
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Laws, University of the West Indies
Internship
Technology Leadership Advancement Program (TLAP) Summer Associate, CIBC
Post-MBA Interests
Marketing Management in the technology industry
Bio
Brittney is a Full-Time MBA student with four years of experience as a Lawyer. She joined Rotman to pivot into the technology industry and explore her entrepreneurial interests. Outside of school and work she enjoys hiking, cycling, people-watching, long scenic drives, and traveling.
Why Rotman?
“I decided on Rotman because it is the number one business school in Canada which means I would have the best chance at succeeding in Canada and transitioning into a competitive job. I was also very intrigued by the courses offered (CDL, LDL); they make Rotman stand apart from other schools.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman African and Caribbean Business Club, and Business Technology Club
Personal Interests
Hiking, long walks along lakeshore, people watching, traveling, watching Netflix, and catching up with family and friends
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India
Pre-MBA Education
- Master of Applied Science, Mechanical Engineering, The University of British Columbia
- Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Karnataka
Internship
Principal, Impact Consulting Group, Rotman School of Management
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting and Entrepreneurship
Bio
Chandan Sejekan is passionate about empowering and unlocking the full potential of high-performance teams and businesses. Thus far, he has explored a career in Academia, Engineering Design and Consulting. As a Principal at Impact Consulting Group, he runs Rotman’s student-led consulting firm and oversees the end-to-end life cycle of consulting engagements in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. As an MBA Candidate at Rotman School of Management, he hopes to pair his engineering mindset with the business acumen for strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship. As a licensed Professional Engineer, he has over 5 years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams to design and assess safety-critical systems for multi-billion-dollar subway infrastructure projects under intense timelines. During that time, he honed his problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills, while consistently generating target metrics and positive client feedback.
Why Rotman?
“I chose Rotman for its renowned faculty and access to its unique labs including the SDL, LDL and CDL. These labs have provided tremendous experiential learning opportunities.”
Rotman Clubs
Access to Success; Latin American Business Club (LABUC); Management Consulting Association (MCA); Rotman Active Association (RAA); Rotman African and Caribbean Business Club (RACBC); Rotman Asian Business Association (RABA); Rotman Engineering Student Association;Rotman Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Association (REVCA); Rotman Negotiation Club (RNC); Rotman Pride;South Asian Business Association (SABA); WiMen In Management Association - WiMen (For Male Membership)
Personal Interests
He balances his strong work ethic with a passion for volunteering, writing poetry, meditation, basketball and exploring nature through hikes, road-trips, and kayaking.
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Canada
Pre-MBA Education
- CFA Level III Candidate – CFA Institute
- Honours Bachelor of Commerce, Finance, Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa
Internship
Strategic Analyst Associate, Toronto Police Service
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting/strategy
Bio
Dale Bai holds a Bachelor’s degree with a Major in Finance from the University of Ottawa. Prior to Rotman, Dale worked at TD as a Credit Analyst. For his summer internship, Dale worked at Toronto Police Service as an MBA Consultant.
Why Rotman?
“Rotman had a great reputation for academics and career prospects during my research into Canadian MBA programs and has a two-year program with an internship program allowing for transition in career. Additionally, Rotman is located in Toronto, one of the world's largest financial and business hubs and multicultural cities.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Management Consulting Association, Rotman Asian Business Association
Personal Interests
Trying out new sports and new activities. Currently learning archery. Love food.
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Canada
Pre-MBA Education
- MASc Electrical and Computer Engineering - Photonics, University of Toronto
- BASc Nanotechnology Engineering, University of Waterloo
Internship
Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant Intern, ZS
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting
Bio
Gabriel has a bachelor’s degree in Nanotechnology Engineering from the University of Waterloo and a master’s in Photonics from the University of Toronto with a thesis focus on materials for solar energy harvesting. He has experience in research-equipment manufacturing and most recently he worked as an Optical Systems Designer in the Aerospace and Defense industry. This summer, Gabriel joined ZS as a Strategy Insights and Planning Consultant Intern.
Why Rotman?
“I was looking to make a career change, so I wanted to go to a school that would give me the best options to do so. Rotman stood out with its high reputation in the Toronto business community, the Flexible Internship Program, and outstanding industry clubs.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Management Consulting Association and Rotman Net Impact
Personal Interests
Rock climbing (indoors and outdoors), astronomy, and camping
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
South Korea
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Commerce, Major in International Business and Human Resources Management, Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University
Internship
Summer Consultant, Deloitte
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting
Bio
Jinnie has over three years of experience in the higher education industry and has extensive experience establishing, building, and maintaining professional relationships with diverse stakeholders. For her summer internship, Jinnie worked at Deloitte, under the Workforce Transformation team, assisting end-to-end workforce lifecycle solutions including designing and optimizing talent strategies for the full workforce ecosystem. Post MBA, Jinnie would like to work in an organization where having a diverse perspective is considered an advantage, and where challenges and learning opportunities exist.
Why Rotman?
“Rotman offers so many specializations where you can dive deeper into the subject of your interest. It also has one of the best faculties representing a vast range of experience and backgrounds. Most importantly, you've got to love the city you study in, and Toronto is full of fun and excitement!”
Rotman Clubs
Human Capital Club, Rotman Culinary Club, Rotman Marketing Association
Personal Interests
Playing computer games, reading books, watching Netflix, cooking, and working out
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Argentina
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Accounting, Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA)
Internship
Market Strategy and Planning Intern, Procter & Gamble
Post-MBA Interests
Sales, CPG
Bio
José Ignacio Pérez Ballester is a Marketing Professional, with five years of experience in both the automotive and beverage industries. He has a Bachelor’s in BA and Accounting from the Argentina’s Catholic University. José was a former Assistant Professor of Product and Brand Strategy in the Bachelor of Marketing at Argentina’s Catholic University. As well as a former Young Wing President of the Christian Association of Business Leaders (ACDE). He is currently a Rotman 2023 MBA Candidate, he holds the elected position of President of the Graduate Business Council (GBC). This past summer José interned at Procter & Gamble in Market Strategy & Planning for the Canadian Oral Care Business. He walks ten thousand steps per day, is an amateur golfer, a passionate foodie, and a wine lover.
Why Rotman?
“I decided to come to Rotman because Canada gives me the opportunity to look for my next career step without my visa conditioned to my job. Secondly, Rotman is the top B-School, located in the multicultural city of Toronto, it provides a lot of networking opportunities both professional and personal. Lastly, I simply matched with the culture of Rotman, collaborative, respectful, approachable and hard-working.”
Rotman Clubs
President Graduate Business Council, member of Management Consulting Association, Rotman Wine Society, Rotman Beer Club, Latin American Business Club and Rotman Christian Association, WiMA/WiMen, and Rotman Active Association
Personal Interests
Golf, and discovering new places around the city
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
China
Pre-MBA Education
- B.A., Recreation and Sport Business, Honours, University of Waterloo
Internship
Technology Associate, Sixty Degree Capital
Post-MBA Interests
Venture capital
Bio
Kevin Li is a Full-Time MBA student at Rotman. He is working in venture capital and is a CDL Fellow. He wants to help the right tech founders scale their ventures to create net societal good. He is the current president of the Rotman Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Association (REVCA) and president of the Rotman Book Club (RBC). Prior to Rotman, he worked at the University of Waterloo start-up incubator and briefly as a translator for his favourite soccer team Manchester United.
Why Rotman?
“I wanted to get a full business education so that I can better help tech founders scale their ventures. The CDL fellowship and location of Rotman played crucial factors in my decision to choose Rotman over other MBA programs.”
Rotman Clubs
President of Rotman Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Association and Rotman Book Club
Personal Interests
Reading, running, and boxing
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Peru
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering, University of Lima
Internship
Marketing Specialist Co-Op, Panasonic Canada Inc
Post-MBA Interests
Marketing, Partnerships in Sports Industry
Bio
As a sports lover, Marcela started Taekwondo at the age of four, and was a national player for thirteen years. It has been an amazing journey so far. He has experienced amazing things, encountered many cultures, and grown both personally and professionally. Today, Marcela is pursuing an MBA to continue developing himself on the other side of the field in the next chapter in his life.
Why Rotman?
“I chose Rotman because of the diverse human talent among the faculty and students, where professionals with diverse backgrounds and knowledge come together. In the same way, Rotman has a program that is devoted to the comprehensive development of students. This is not only due to high academic demands, but also to leadership development programs.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Sports Business Association and Entertainment and Media Association
Personal Interests
I enjoy hiking, walking around the city, and playing any sport I can!
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Peru
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Economics, Finance, Universidad del Pacífico
Internship
Global Venture Analyst, Creative Destruction Lab
Post-MBA Interests
Sales/Business Development/Marketing
Bio
Maria Grazzia is a strategic and innovative thinker, and entrepreneur by nature. She generates business opportunities and creates strategic partnerships through communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. Extensive experience in sales and business strategy roles across Digital marketing, Technology, Cosmetics, Banking, and Consulting industries. An avid learner and passionate about social initiatives.
Why Rotman?
“I decided to come to Rotman because they offer a unique initiative, the Creative Destruction Lab, where I wanted to connect with science and technology start-ups and help them to scale up. My plan was to learn about the start-up ecosystem in Canada to create my second company in the health stream. Moreover, Rotman has a commitment to diversity and is located in one of the most multicultural cities. I value very much the diversity and enjoy meeting with people from all over the world.”
Rotman Clubs
Business Technology, Marketing Association, Sales, and Business Design Club
Personal Interests
Swimming, Volunteering and social initiatives, Eating ice cream
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Mexico
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Design and Visual Communication (Graduated with Honors)
- Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)
Internship
Media Planning Intern, Mediacom / GroupM
Post-MBA Interests
Marketing / Media & Entertainment / Consumer Packed Goods
Bio
Mauricio was born in Mexico City and holds an Honours Bachelor of Design and Visual Communication. He has created several marketing campaigns for international trademarks and singers on radio, television and online platforms. During his first year at Rotman, he was a First-Year Rep of three clubs, part of the 6ix Squad and Rotman LEADS. Mauricio landed a summer internship at GroupM in the Media Planning area and has volunteered in several organizations in Mexico, China and Canada. Post-MBA, he looks forward to continuing his career in Brand Management or Marketing.
Why Rotman?
“I initially decided to come to Rotman for career growth, but I have gained much more. Being immersed in such a diverse international experience has allowed me to learn about other cultures, learn different languages and taste new flavours. Human growth has been the most effective training I have gained at Rotman.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Latin American Business Club, Rotman Marketing Association, Rotman Entertainment and Media Association, Pride, Rotman Sports Business Association, Rotman Operations Management Association, Negotiations, and Business Technology Association
Personal Interests
Cooking, running and watching series
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Nigeria
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Pharmacy, B. Pharm (Hons), Google Project Management Certificate
Internship
Corporate Strategy, M&A Intern, ATS Automation
Post-MBA Interests
Healthcare/Corporate Strategy, Pharmaceuticals/Marketing
Bio
Mope is a pharmacist with a wealth of experience in health care, strategy, and marketing. With her project management competence and business education, she is working with two organizations this fall and winter to develop their corporate and digital strategies. A self-starter, an exemplary leader, and a high-value team player, she is delighted to assist fellow students in exploring their Rotman adventure to the fullest.
Why Rotman?
“Beyond the stellar quality and reputation of the faculty and curriculum, the alumni community was helpful and welcoming. The temperature of my engagements with the admissions directors and alumni sealed my decision to come to Rotman.”
Rotman Clubs
Healthcare Management Association, Rotman Marketing Association, Management Consultant Association, Rotman Wine Society, and Rotman African and Caribbean Association
Personal Interests
Hiking, blogging, travelling, and road-tripping
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Nigeria
Pre-MBA Education
- Master’s Degree, Managerial Psychology, University of Lagos
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Redeemers University
Internship
Digital Product Integration Summer Intern, Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG)
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting
Bio
Ololade is a strategy and business transformation professional with over six years of experience helping organizations think through strategic choices that translate to overall business growth and profitability. She is very career-oriented, and focused on issues of gender inequality and how women can continue to shatter glass ceilings and create tables and seats for themselves in leadership roles. When she is not attending to Rotman's academic demands or career demands, Ololade loves spending time with her family, friends turned family, cooking, going for a good run, or just on the sofa watching a good movie.
Why Rotman?
“I felt the next step in my career was the need to elevate it to a global platform and the only way to get a global platform is an internationally recognized education institution.”
Rotman Clubs
Women in Management Association, and Management Consulting Association
Personal Interests
Cooking, and watching movies
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Nigeria
Pre-MBA Education
- BSc. Engineering Physics, Obafemi Awolowo University
Internship
Product Manager - Unsecured Lending (Intern), Simplii Financial
Post-MBA Interests
Product or Sales Management in the Technology industry
Bio
Oluwafemi is a 2nd year Full-time MBA student at Rotman School of Management. He is from Lagos Nigeria and has a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics. Prior to his MBA, he worked in sales and account management in the CPG industry and product management at an early-stage startup. He currently works in the financial service industry as a Product Management Intern. When he is not working or being a student, he enjoys cooking, watching soccer and listening to good music. Femi’s colleagues and friends describe him as a fun-loving individual that loves to have a good time, meet new people and is always willing to help in any way within his capacity.
Why Rotman?
“I came here because of Rotman’s excellent reputation, location, and diversity of its cohort - As a leader, the quality of individuals within your network determines the level of access you have to varying experiences and viewpoints which you can always take learnings from and reapply where applicable. A cherry on top was the fact that the MBA program at Rotman will not only equip me with strong knowledge of strategy, marketing, finance and communication skills, but the focus on soft skills particularly at the Self Development Lab (SDL) and Leadership Development Lab (LDL) will also equip me for success in my future roles.”
Rotman Clubs
Students Against Anti-Black Racism, Rotman African and Caribbean Business Club, Rotman Management Consulting Association, Business Technology Association, Rotman Sales Club, and Rotman Graduate Business Council
Personal Interests
Cooking, Listening to music, playing video games, and watching (and playing) soccer
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India
Pre-MBA Education
- BA. LLB (Corporate Law Honours), National Law University
Internship
MBA Intern, Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation
Post-MBA Interests
Strategy/Finance
Bio
Praneetha is a lawyer turned consultant currently pursuing her MBA from Rotman. She was born and raised in India (predominantly in Mumbai) and has worked in M&A and private equity law and in strategy consulting in Mumbai. Praneetha is well traveled, having visited over twelve countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and North America and is an avid reader. She is an outdoor person who loves hiking, camping, soccer, badminton and swimming!
Why Rotman?
“Rotman has an extremely diverse set of people, more than I've seen at any other business school. Further, I wanted to move to a place where I would have the opportunity to work there for a few years at least without any hassle and Rotman is the best school in Canada without a doubt.”
Rotman Clubs
President of the Rotman Marketing Association, and Events Vice President of Rotman Active Association
Personal Interests
Hiking, badminton, and trying out new restaurants and bars
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Peru
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor’s Degree, Civil Engineering, Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
Internship
Project Feasibility, Acquisitions, Co-op Student, Tridel
Post-MBA Interests
Real Estate
Bio
Renzo is a peruvian civil engineer with previous experience in construction and project management. He is looking to transition to real estate investments after graduation. Renzo interned at Tridel Group of Companies in the project feasibility team (acquisitions). He has supported the team in the underwriting of potential land acquisitions and JV partnerships.
Why Rotman?
“I want to transition from construction and project management to real estate investments. I chose Rotman because of its strong finance program, its real estate major, and its location in Toronto, the largest real estate market in Canada.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Real Estate Association
Personal Interests
Going to social establishments with Rotman friends and doing sports such as swimming
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India
Pre-MBA Education
- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, YMCA University of Science & Technology
Internship
Process Manager – Customer Engagement Strategy, Capital One Financial
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting, Strategy & Finance
Bio
Rishi holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from YMCA University, in Faridabad. After a brief entrepreneurial stint during his bachelor's, he worked with start-ups and auto giants including Suzuki and MG Motor. His core experiences include data-driven strategy, operational excellence, change management, and consumer insights. After exploring an internal strategy role this summer, Rishi will start a strategy consulting career post-MBA. At Rotman, he is specializing in both Strategy, and Innovation, Design, & Entrepreneurship.
Why Rotman?
“I joined Rotman primarily because of the community and diversity the school offers, which is a major source of learning at any B-School. Additionally, Rotman's location near the financial district made it a clear choice because of my career goals. Finally, the school is the best in Canada and has one of the greatest faculty teams in the world.”
Rotman Clubs
Management Consulting Association, Business Design Club, Rotman Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital Association, and Rotman Music Club
Personal Interests
Guitar, Singing, Reading, and fighting fear (did rock rappelling, scuba diving, planning a skydive)
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India
Pre-MBA Education
- Chartered Accountant, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
- Bachelor of Commerce, University of Mumbai
Internship
Associate Intern, McKinsey & Co.
Post-MBA Interests
Management Consulting
Bio
Shivina Jagtiani is a 2nd Year MBA student at the Rotman School of Management. She is the Co-President of the Rotman Net Impact club. On the education front, she holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Commerce, and is a qualified Chartered Accountant. Before coming to Rotman, she worked in Corporate Fraud Investigations at EY and Social Impact Consulting at Samhita. This summer, Shivina did her internship at McKinsey & Co.
Why Rotman?
“I wanted to do strategy consulting post-MBA. Through conversations with graduating students, I realized that Rotman has a strong alumni network across consulting firms in Canada. Rotman’s geographic location is also an advantage in terms of recruitment for international students.”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Management Consulting Association, and Rotman Net Impact
Personal Interests
Travelling, dancing, reading, (and of course) Netflix binge-watching
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Lebanon
Pre-MBA Education
- BBA, Marketing & Management Concentrations, Creative Writing Minor, American University of Beirut
Internship
Product Analyst, Co-op, CIBC (Simplii Financial)
Post-MBA Interests
Marketing
Bio
Souha did her undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a double-concentration in Marketing and Management and a Minor in Creative Writing. She started her career in Consulting at the UN World Food Programme’s HQ in Rome, an organization (and city) she's dreamt of throughout her teen years. While Souha loved every second of it, she quickly realized she needed the creative freedom that came with Marketing, so she shifted into Brand Management and Strategy roles at Johnson & Johnson and Twitter in Dubai. Souha is extremely passionate about the importance of prioritizing mental health, both in the workplace and in our everyday lives, and is always open to discussing stress management strategies.
Why Rotman?
“When I was evaluating my school options, I prioritized finding one where both the business school and the university are ranked at the top. Rotman and the University of Toronto then became the obvious choice, and the central location of the school in downtown Toronto didn't hurt either!”
Rotman Clubs
VP Strategic Partnerships for Rotman Marketing Association, VP Communications for WIMA, and Health & Wellness Manager for Rotman Graduate Business Council
Personal Interests
Writing stories, going on (very) long walks, and scrolling endlessly through Reddit
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
India
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor of Business Management, Major in Marketing and Psychology, Singapore Management University
Internship
Marketing Specialist Intern, Cubic6
Post-MBA Interests
Marketing
Bio
Swathi Ramnarayan is a 2023 candidate of the Full-Time Rotman MBA program. She is a passionate believer in the power of marketing and communications to create immense value. Prior to the MBA, she was a public relations consultant at a global agency in Singapore, and is keen to pivot to a marketing strategy role in Toronto. Having lived across four countries, diversity and inclusion is a topic she holds close to her heart - she now serves as VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at the Graduate Business Council at Rotman.
Why Rotman?
“After working in the world of public relations, I was keen to expand my niche scope to other areas of business. The Rotman MBA program has been great in building exposure to all aspects of business & strategy. I also enjoy being in an environment with different people from diverse backgrounds - a trait unique to Toronto.”
Rotman Clubs
Graduate Business Council, Rotman Marketing Association
Personal Interests
When she's not working, she's most likely doing Yoga, travelling the world or re-watching Modern Family for the umpteenth time.
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Turkey
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Bogazici University
Internship
Product Analyst, Simplii Financial
Post-MBA Interests
Corporate Finance, M&A
Bio
Taner is a Rotman MBA Candidate coming from Istanbul, Turkey. He has his bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Bogazici University. After his undergraduate studies, he joined a multinational construction company in the Middle East. During his tenure, he negotiated for and closed several multi-million-dollar deals, orchestrated various construction activities, and managed multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders. For his internship, Taner joined the product management team at Simplii Financial, the largest growing digital bank in Canada. At Simplii, he leveraged his analytical and project management skills to articulate and lead product strategies that meet customer needs, achieve business objectives, and are feasible. Taner has visited ten countries and lived across four different cities. Ask him about product management, career switching, the Middle East vs. North American culture, or simply the best bakery to buy the most delicious cakes in Toronto.
Why Rotman?
“I came Rotman because I knew that I could: learn how to shift easily between geographies and cultures at Rotman, (so diverse it is, and you need that experience in professional life in Canada!), have a superior learning experience through a rich and challenging array of viewpoints, thrive on Rotman's unique curriculum, which incorporates experiential learning, and lastly tackle my career transition from engineering in the Middle East to product management in Toronto. Tested, all of the above are doable. :)”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Management Consulting Association, Rotman Business Design Club, and Rotman Marketing Association
Personal Interests
Hiking, I can recommend trails in Toronto! Vacation planning, I can give suggestions depending on where you plan to go! Cooking, I can invite you to have Turkish coffee or baklava together and share delicious Turkish food recipes with you!
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
Peru
Pre-MBA Education
- Bachelors in Accounting and Auditing, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos
Internship
Associate Crime Analytics, Toronto Police Service
Post-MBA Interests
Data Analytics
Bio
Yali is a proud Peruvian and an enthusiastic compliance professional, passionate about fighting crimes, focusing on anti-money laundering, bribery and fraud. She holds six years of professional experience with Financial Institutions, Food and Beverage and Consulting. During the summer, she is merging her vocation for combating crime with her enthusiasm for data analytics as Associate Crime Analytics at Toronto Police Innovation & Analytics.
Why Rotman?
“Rotman has exactly what I need to fill the gap to take the next step in my career. Also, I identify with Rotman because Rotman not only focuses on the academics, they train professionals with social commitment and collaboration.”
Rotman Clubs
I am Vice President Engagement and Internal Relations in Rotman Business Analytics Club and Rotman Latin American Business Club
Personal Interests
Playing piano, dancing, painting. A lifelong learner of forensic psychology and criminology
MBA 2023 Candidate
Country of origin
China
Pre-MBA Education
- MSc Management (Finance), University College London
- BSc Accounting and Finance, City University of London
Internship
Associate Intern, McKinsey & Company
Post-MBA Interests
Consulting
Bio
Yvonne was born in China and grew up in the UK. Within the past five years, she participated in interesting roles and projects as part of JP Morgan Chase, including launching the company’s first digital retail bank outside of the US, and developing the revenue strategy for new products. Yvonne is a CDL fellow with passion for startups, influenced by her father who is an entrepreneur. She joined McKinsey & Company as Associate Intern in 2022. She looks forward to future exploration in Canada.
Why Rotman?
“CDL was a big motivation for me to join Rotman. The unique opportunity to partner with early start up and to grow together is especially precious!”
Rotman Clubs
Rotman Wine Society, Rotman Negotiation Club, and Management Consulting Club
Personal Interests
Travel, food, filming and exploring new things