Posts for the Topic Student Experience

Applying course concepts at the Inter-Collegiate Business Competition (I.C.B.C.)

Collage of the accounting team

The Inter-Collegiate Business Competition (I.C.B.C.) is one of the oldest case competitions in Canada and is known for its complex yet integrative cases. This year, we had the pleasure of competing in the accounting stream.

I.C.B.C. Competition: Students turned analysts

collage of Lakshmi (MAcc student), Sonia (MAcc student) and Hufsah (AFM student)

As previous analysts on the Student Venture Fund and AFM 433: Business Strategy, enthusiasts, we had always been interested in analyzing companies and thinking of strategic possibilities for them. This drew us to the Inter-Collegiate Business Competition (I.C.B.C.), where we became finalists in the business policy event.

Preparation pays off!

Aki and Jane headshots

In January, we participated in the Inter-Collegiate Business Competition (I.C.B.C.) in the ethics stream. I.C.B.C. is one of the most academically rigorous undergraduate case competitions in the world, and this was our experience participating in the competition.  

Games and sweets night was a sweet success

Image of various types of candy

A very big thank you to everyone who came to enjoy chilli, a candy bar, midterm survival kits, and tons of board games at Games and Sweets Night. It was a pleasure to see you all having so much fun! A special thanks to CFM Program Manager Kim Tremblay as well. 

The event began with a delicious dinner of chilli and warm bread rolls catered by Jacqueline’s Catering. The bread rolls were a hit for sure! 

Exploring and learning about internal audit

Nancy sits in a gazebo in front of a window.

Learning to understand the “WHYs” and exploring career prospects

“You’ve got to look at the incentives!” - My professor Adam Vitalis always stresses. 

From Challenge to Championship

Zaineb leaning with her arm on a counter.

How we won "The Broker," stock pitch competition.

Exploring and learning about internal audit in a new course

Jerome standing in street

If you have ever been unsure of what course to take, then you aren’t alone!

5 factors that helped us find success in our stock pitch

Headshot of Natasha

Our team was interested in trying something new, stepping into the world of finance, and were drawn to an event that raised money for healthcare. We were a bit worried since we came from accounting-focused career paths, but we were all excited to explore and learn more. 

Setting yourself up to Excel

Tyler sitting in front of stadium holding trophy.

In early December, I had the chance to participate in the finals for the Microsoft Excel Collegiate Challenge hosted by the University of Arizona, and it’s something I encourage every student to sign up for next year. It served as a great chance to hone my Excel skills, network with top financial modelers in university and abroad, not to mention I was able to escape the snow for a few days

The key to making new friends in first year

Agraj standing with his new friends on campus

You know that feeling you get when you’re about to embark on a new journey and you’re super nervous? That voice in the back of your head is telling you that something will go wrong?

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