Vice President, Corporate Derivatives Origination
Citibank Canada

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Commerce, Queen's University

Prior Experience:

Vice President, Derivatives Solutions Group, Citibank Global Markets (New York)

Rotman Highlights:

"My favourite part of the MFin experience is definitely the people - that includes not just my classmates, but also the professors, and the others in the Rotman community that all play a role in the MFin experience. Our small class is comprised of highly diverse working professionals, which naturally encourages good class discussions and an environment to develop relationships.

"One thing I didn't fully appreciate until I started the program was just how many fantastic speakers Rotman brings to campus - from all areas of business. All of a sudden, my inbox was flooded with invitations to see CEOs, politicians and world leaders, industry experts, nobel prize winners...the list goes on.

"I've attended sessions to see Tim Geithner and Ben Bernanke speak about the financial crisis, and also got to see one of my favourite authors speak about productivity and business. And if you're really in the mood to shake things up, I highly recommend the Halloween Dodgeball tournament and Charity Casino night."

Fund Accountant
SS&C Technologies

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Commerce, University of Toronto

Prior Experience:

Financial Advisor, Scotiabank

Rotman Highlights:

"The prestige of the school, the mind-blowing knowledge of the faculty and the delicate, forward-thinking design of the Rotman MFin program is unparallelled.

"Furthermore, I am surrounded by innovative, driven, sophisticated and open-minded working professionals. What I find priceless is the level of discussion that this brings, and the incredible networking opportunities amongst my peers."

Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
National Diabetes Trust

Prior Education:

HBComm, Laurentian University

Prior Experience:

Senior Finance Manager, National Diabetes Trust

Rotman Highlights:

"My Rotman MFin peers are an excellent cross-section of Toronto’s finance sector which enhances everyone’s learning experience since one or more of my classmates will add context to theory learned in the classroom.

"Moreover, one learns very quickly that the cohort will prove to be an invaluable network in the future; our classmates can provide insights on working culture, communicate job openings and vouch for our aptitudes should we have an interest in the organizations which they work in. 

"I feel privileged to have such amazing access to passionate faculty members who are always available to expand on the subjects they teach. This is important since as working professionals we are looking for that direct link from theory to practice to better execute our day-to-day duties."

Senior Analyst
Tangerine Bank

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Mathematics, Financial Analysis & Risk Management, University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Mathematics, Statistics, University of Waterloo

Prior Experience:

Senior Risk Specialist, CIBC

Rotman Highlights:

• Competing in the final round of National Investment Banking Competition in Vancouver, and learning from industry professionals
• Attending talks by renowned speakers such as Ben Bernanke, Paul Martin, and Mervyn King
• Applying what I learned in class the next day at work, when I had to take on sudden high urgency tasks
• Playing sports with my MFin classmates

 "I was attracted by Rotman’s reputation, the Master of Finance program’s high calibre and diverse class profile, and the school's distinguished faculty."

Director, Market Infrastructure
RBC, Toronto

Prior Education:

LL.B. (University of Western Ontario); H.B.A. (Richard Ivey School of Business – UWO)

Prior Experience:

Senior Counsel, RBC Capital Markets, Toronto

Rotman Highlights:

Pitching our sustainable investing idea to asset managers that cumulatively held billions of dollars of assets under management in the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Competition.

Being a finalist in the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investment Competition, London, UK and the NIBC Investment Banking Competition, Vancouver, BC.

"The Rotman MFin program is giving me the intellectual challenge that I wanted and is helping me to continue to grow professionally in financial services."

Equity Research Associate
BMO Capital Markets

Prior Education:

Hons. Bachelor of Business Administration
Schulich School of Business, York University

Prior Experience:

Equity Research Associate, UBS Securities Canada, Toronto

Rotman Highlight:

Being a 2015 National Investment Banking Competition Finalist.

Being a part of the winning MFin soccer team.

"I chose the program partly because of the proximity to Toronto’s financial core, and also because the part-time flexibility allows me to continue working while I study."

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Arts Studies Specialized Honours
York University

Prior Experience:

Portfolio/Performance Administrator
Jones Collombin Investment Counsel, Toronto

Investor and Dealer Services
Franklin Templeton Investments

Rotman Highlights:

"My favorite part of the program is the discussions that we have in class. Having a diverse educated cohort, you gain perspectives from different areas of finance.

"As the classes are small, a camaraderie forms that continues outside the program. Breaks and meal times are integrated into the program structure; they're actually a great way to network while enjoying great food.

"You also have access to many other networking opportunities with alumni, the current cohort, prospective students and industry leaders. 

"Career workshops, and access to a wide-ranging career portal will give you the breadth of information you need to help you advance in your career." 

Rotman Highlight:

Competing in the National Investment Banking Competition and Conference in Vancouver with 3 of my classmates.

Being a part of Richard Nesbitt’s mentoring program.

Senior Auditor
Deloitte Canada

Prior Education:

Prior Experience:

Senior Accountant, BDO Canada

Rotman Highlights:

Interacting with students from a range of professions and learning from a world class faculty who specialize in research and consulting. The lessons are directly applicable to analysis and trading strategies in the financial industry.

Quality teaching from world renowned professors and a modern facility in the heart of Toronto. The university atmosphere and campus provides an escape and refreshing break from the workplace.

"The program is more than earning designation; it fosters a community."

Director, Structuring & Credit Risk 
BMO Corporate Finance Division, Toronto        

Prior Education:

Prior Experience:

Rotman Highlight:

Simultaneously writing my wedding vows and completing my accounting assignment while flying back to Toronto.

"The program breadth and depth is truly exceptional, and it has allowed me to significantly accelerate my career trajectory into the U.S. capital markets."

Founder & Managing Director
Lot & Mercantile

Prior Education:

Prior Experience:

Rotman Highlight:

"As an MFin student, you gain a robust skill set and a depth of knowledge to excel in any field of finance. You also gain the confidence to discuss financial news and concepts with your colleagues and clients."

Rotman Involvement:

Competed as a member of one of the 10 finalists teams from 156 teams in the National Investment Banking Competition in Vancouver.

“I chose the Rotman MFin program because it offered opportunities to learn from highly respected and well recognized professors, and from peers with diverse experiences in the financial industry.”

Rotman Highlight:

Travelling to Vancouver with classmates to compete in the final rounds of the National Investment Banking Competition.

“The MFin program is an ideal extension of my education and recent work experience. It is the perfect way to expand my education and industry knowledge while maintaining a career I truly enjoy.”

Associate Director, Global Equity Derivatives
National Bank Financial, Toronto

Prior Education:

Prior Experience:

Rotman Highlight:

Beach volleyball with the competitively-minded.

In 2012, Sandy was the recipient of the Master of Finance Directors’ Continuing Scholarship and the National Bank Financial Women in Financial Markets Scholarship.                  

“Because of its downtown Toronto location and top-ranked faculty, the Rotman MFin program is the obvious choice for finance professionals."

Director, Trading Credit Risk, CIBC

Prior Education:
Bachelor’s, Commerce, University of Toronto

Previous Experience:
Associate, CIBC Wholesale Banking
Analyst, CIBC Risk Management Development Program

Rotman Highlight:
Group work with classmates who greatly enhanced the learning experience

"Ambitious professionals in finance will appreciate the rigour of the program, which teaches students to tackle the broadest and most sophisticated of finance problems."

Executive Director, Equity Sales Group, Morgan Stanley Canada

Prior Education:
Bachelor's, Arts and Economics, University of Toronto

Prior Experience:
Trader, Polar Securities

Rotman Highlight:
Gaining theoretical expertise in finance at a world-class business school

"For those serious about taking their finance career to the next level, there's no better choice than the Rotman Master of Finance, which gives you the academic and applied training you need to become a future leader in the field."

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Arts, Applied Economics, Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering
Queen's University

Prior Experience:

Associate in Structuring, CIBC World Markets

Rotman Highlight:

"I was keen to move from the 'back office' to the 'front office' at CIBC. The MFin program expanded my horizons, skill set, and enabled me to achieve my career objectives."

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Commerce and Finance
University of Toronto

Prior Experience:

Senior Manager, Hedge Funds Risk Management, Scotiabank

Rotman Highlight:

"As a Rotman MFin student, you are learning from the best. The School's professors have strong ties to the local financial community and have built a strong reputation for their expertise and industry experience."

Deborah Ng, MFin '09, CFA

Director, Strategy and Head of Responsible Investing
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Commerce, University of Toronto

Rotman Highlight:

Rotman MFin Directors Award

Rotman MFin Deans List with High Distinction

Valedictorian

Vijila Vilajaysundaram, MFin '15

Senior Analyst, Market Risk,
BMO Capital Markets

Prior Education:

Bachelor of Mathematics/Business Administration, University of Waterloo

Rotman Highlight:

Having my first baby during the second year of the program