UofT Events

UCG 2017 Winter Consulting Engagement

Dear GMCA Member,

The University Consulting Group (UCG) is recruiting for the 2017 Winter Term Engagement. The student-run pro bono consulting group serves as a platform for students with different backgrounds to gain experience in solving real life challenges, while providing non-profit organizations access to quality professional advisory services.

Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Selected students will serve as consultants for a 10-week project during the winter term and will be placed on teams supporting non-profit organizations. There will be training and support from industry professionals throughout the engagement project.

The projects will begin on January 28th and will conclude on April 15th. Typically, every member is expected to dedicate 5-10 hours per week for the duration of the engagement.

Please submit a brief Cover Letter and a 1-page Resume to:

info@universityconsultinggroup.com

Deadline: Saturday, January 14th, at 11:59 pm

Subject Line: DEGREE – DISCIPLINE – NAME – 2017 Winter Applications

Individuals selected for interviews will be contacted shortly after. If you have any questions, please address them to the above email.

Best of luck to all the applicants!

Contact: info@universityconsultinggroup.com

Website: http://universityconsultinggroup.com

Sincerely,

Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA)
University of Toronto

GMCA Consulting Resume Workshop Series

Dear GMCA Member,

We are excited to announce the GMCA Consulting Resume Workshop Series. This series consists of two parts, a resume writing lecture and a resume editing tutorial.

The resume writing lecture will take place on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm at Sidney Smith Hall, Room 2125. The lecture will cover the components of a consulting style resume and tips on converting your CV into a resume.

The resume editing tutorial will be in the following 1-2 weeks. Small groups of 4-6 people will have their resumes reviewed by experienced tutors. Space is limited. Preference will be given to those who attend the first part of the series.

If you are interested, please register for this series here.
Sincerely,

Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA)
University of Toronto

2017 miniMBA Program

Dear GMCA Member,

The GMCA 2017 miniMBA program registration is now open! This 10-lecture program will provide graduate students and post-docs:

• A grounding in fundamental business concepts
• The opportunity to learn from business experts
• The chance to apply this new knowledge to solving business cases

Course format:
The lectures will be taught by industry professionals with diverse backgrounds. Each class will consist of one-hour lecture on a specific topic, a mini group case practice on the same topic, followed by a group presentation of the solution. The course will cover concepts from the popular “Ten Day MBA” book, by Steven Silbiger.

At the end of the course, students have the option to participate in a case competition, which will be judged by a panel of consultants.

**Please note, this is a very popular offering and our waiting lists are usually full. If you cannot attend ALL of the lectures please consider taking the class the next time that it is offered**

Dates: 
The program will run on U of T St. George campus from February 1 to February 23. Lectures will be held from 6-8pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. In total, there will be 10 classes.
There will be an optional case competition followed by a networking reception on Friday, March 3, 6-9pm. The miniMBA case competition details will be announced later.

Cost: $50 
*Free for IMS students
The course book “Ten Day MBA” by Silbiger, must also be purchased separately (soft/hard copy).

How to apply:
Please apply on our website by uploading your ONE page business resume in PDF file and answering the following two questions:
– Question 1: Describe a situation where you worked as a team. What was your role in the team, what challenge did you have to deal with and what was the outcome of the situation? (max. 200 words)
– Question 2: Give examples of your experiences that will help you succeed in the miniMBA program. (max. 100 words)

Registration deadline: Monday, January 23, 2017 at 11:59pm (EST)
No late applications will be accepted. Spaces are limited and successful applicants will be notified through email by Friday, January 27.

For questions, please contact us at info@gmcacanada.com. We look forward to seeing you in class!

Sincerely,

Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA)
University of Toronto