Peer Advisor Program
What is the Peer Advisor Program all about?
The 涩里番 Desautels Faculty of Management Peer Advisor Program听offers a unique opportunity for BCom students to get involved in the Faculty of Management and to help fellow BCom students learn about Career Management at Desautels听and the various resources we have available.
Peer Advisors:
Passionate about making a difference? Join the Peer Advisor Program to guide U0 and U1 BCom students and help them prepare for the job market!
As a Peer Advisor, you will:
- Offer guidance and support.
- Share experiences and provide career resources.
- Foster an inclusive environment where students feel empowered to seek help.
Mentee:
Are you a U0 or U1 BCom student looking to navigate your student journey? Sign up for the Peer Advisor Program to receive guidance, develop skills, and prepare for the job market.
As a Mentee, you will:
- Get personalized advice and support.
- Have access to valuable career resources to help you thrive.
- Be part of a supportive community!
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Please note that听we do not give advice on听course selection, degree requirements, application for exchanges - for these and other academic topics, please contact the student affairs office at听bcom.mgmt [at] mcgill.ca.
For more information on the Peer Advisor Program, please contact听the Peer Advisor Program Manager听Julia Riscaldino听by email.
Shawna
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Major - Business Analytics, Minor - Strategic Management
涩里番 Involvement: 涩里番 Marketing Network | TAMID Group | Jeux Du Commerce
Chat with me about...
- How to break into consulting: Connect with me for case interview help, networking strategies, and recruitment timelines
- Choosing the best extracurriculars that align with your career goals and interests: with so many clubs at 涩里番, it is important to focus your energy on joining/applying for the right opportunities early on in your 涩里番 career!
- Advice on going on Exchange: I just came back from a semester at the University of Edinburgh, and am happy to share my personal experience there, as well as my extensive research on various schools leading up to it.
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尝茅辞
Year:听U2
Area of Study: Major - Finance, Minor - Business Analytics
涩里番 Involvement: JED Consulting
Chat with me about...
- I can give great recommendations on fun things to do at 涩里番 or in Montreal
- As a student that has been involved in many extracurriculars activities, I can give great advice on which clubs to join
- Anything about tennis or skiing!
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Jess
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Major - International Management, Minor - International Business Concentration/East Asian Cultural Studies听
涩里番 Involvement:听Open House Student Ambassador | International Students Buddy Mentor | DPN
Chat with me about...
- Exchange semester abroad: I recently completed my exchange in Shanghai and can share tips on applying, adjusting to a new culture, and making the most of the experience.
- International Management major: Happy to chat about my experience, what to expect, and how to navigate the program effectively.
- Career exploration: I鈥檓 open to discussing your interests and goals, and can help point you toward helpful resources as you figure out your path.
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Jacob
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Major - Finance, Minor - Computer Science, Concentration - Entrepreneurship听
涩里番 Involvement:听Chabad 涩里番 | Tamid Group | Real Estate Club | 涩里番 Sports Management Club
Chat with me about...
- Investing, Real Estate, Finance, and Venture Capital: If you have questions about careers, topics, courses, or trends in these areas, I鈥檇 be happy to share my insights.
- Sports: I鈥檓 a big fan of hockey and football, and love talking all things sports.
- Study Abroad: If you鈥檙e considering an exchange, I鈥檇 love to share my experience studying at one of the world鈥檚 top business schools in Milan.
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Reuben
Year:听U2
Area of Study: Major - Accounting
涩里番 Involvement:听FIT | 4a7 Student Bar
Chat with me about...
- How to manage getting involved at 涩里番 as a commuting student from Montreal
- There are so many different paths to choose from at Desautels. How do I find out which one is best for me?
- How to manage your schedule with clubs, works, sports and classes?
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Kaitlyn
Year:听U2
Area of Study: Major - Finance, Minor - Hispanic Studies, Concentration - Accounting
涩里番 Involvement:听Redpoint Capital, 涩里番 International Portfolio Challenge
Chat with me about...
- Planning for exchange and travel during your degree. I鈥檓 currently preparing for an exchange and can share tips on choosing a destination, navigating the application process, and making the most of the experience.
- Building your resume and landing internships. Let's talk about creating strong applications and navigating interviews as a student.
- Getting involved at 涩里番. I鈥檝e joined several clubs and can help you find clubs and activities that fit your goals and interests.
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Timothee
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Concentration in Accounting and Finance听
涩里番 Involvement:听Association des 茅tudiants Fran莽ais de 涩里番
Chat with me about...
- Working in accounting. I have worked in accounting for a year and I have learned a lot and it would be my pleasure to share my experience and knowledge.
- How to feel confident and ace an interview. I definitely believe that social skills are essential.
- Football (or soccer). Hit me up if you鈥檙e into football, I am a big supporter of PSG!
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Kevin
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Major - Accounting, Concentration - Operations Management
涩里番 Involvement:听DMCC Rooking Cup Delegate
Chat with me about...
- Anything FIFA. Talk to me if you love soccer, I am a big fan of Real Madrid!
- Come talk to me if you love to travel, I鈥檓 a big traveler and love discovering new places!
- Talk to me about work/school/life balance, and how to network with professionals in your interested industry!
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Alexandra
Year:听U4
Area of Study: Major - Strategic Management, Concentration - Finance听
涩里番 Involvement:听涩里番 Real Estate Club | 涩里番 Sports Management Club | Former 涩里番 Varsity Athlete | Jeux Du Commerce
Chat with me about...
- Overcoming the initial hurdles as a Desautels student. I understand the pressures, the workload, and the various choices you have to make as a management student. I can share what worked for me to help you understand different perspectives and make informed decisions.
- Conquering networking anxiety. Engaging with business professionals can be daunting, but I've acquired strategies to navigate such occasions with ease.
- Exchange! In third year, I went to Dublin on an exchange and had an amazing experience. I鈥檇 be happy to share tips on picking a school based on you priorities, traveling, and meeting students abroad.
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Kate
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Double Concentration - Finance and International Business
涩里番 Involvement:听International Management Association (IMA)
Chat with me about...
- Networking and internships: I would love to share my tips for talking with people in the industry and ultimately landing an internship as this task can be very daunting.
- Study habits: I have tried so many different tricks for studying and I have found what really works. Talk to me about how to study most efficiently to nail your exams.
- Stress: The program can definitely feel overwhelming and challenging, but there are strategies and advice that I have to help mitigate this. Let鈥檚 chat about how to manage school stress/anxiety!
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Sophie
Year:听U3
Area of Study: Major - Accounting
涩里番 Involvement:听涩里番 Marketing Network | Communications Coordinator for the Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship | Volunteer with CL&E
Chat with me about...
- Securing an internship during the audit recruiting season.
- How to balance multiple extracurriculars with school
- How I went to Japan for free as part of UNIQLO's Global Management Program!
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