We are extending the due date for your third artifact to Monday, October 28th, 8am. I will post some ideas for your artifact in a separate post.
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Monthly Archives: October 2013
Make-up classes in Period 2
Please be advised that two new make-up classes has been added to the schedule for:
- BA 541 001 & 002 – No class on Monday, November 11, 2013, make-up class on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 4-6pm – SWNG 122
- BAFI 541 001 & 002 – No class on Wednesday, October 23, 2013, make-up class on Monday, Nov. 18, 12-2pm-HA 132.
*Murray has allowed you to bring your lunch during this make-up class.
These changes has been added to your schedule and Google calendar.
For any questions, please email askmba@sauder.ubc.ca
Monday Oct 21 PD Class Cancelled
Given this week’s PD programming, and assignments you have on your plate, we felt it best to hold off one week. This coming Monday’s PD class (Oct. 21) is cancelled. We will re-convene on Monday Oct. 28 per the schedule.
Business Plan Project “Brief” Submission – Due Oct 21
Please be reminded that each team is required to submit their Business Plan Project “Brief” on proposed venture directly to their team faculty advisor by email before 11:59pm on Monday, Oct 21.
You may refer to the IPD handbook for the requirements on Connect > myIPD > IPD Handbook.
Should you have any questions, please contact askmba@sauder.ubc.ca or your team faculty advisor.
Schulich Fellowship Application Deadline – Wed., Oct 16 (tomorrow!!)
This is a reminder that applications for the Schulich Fellowship for Entrepreneurship are due by no later than 8:30 am, Wednesday, October 16th, 2013
A Fellowship of $5,000 has been established by Seymour Schulich for a student entering the full-time MBA program at the Sauder School of Business.
Eligibility Criteria:
Criteria for the award includes entrepreneurial achievement or potential, and overall previous academic performance. Abilities such as demonstrated leadership, initiative and innovativeness will receive particular consideration.
This award is open to all Graduating Class of 2015 full-time MBA students.
Application Procedure:
Submit the following:
- Cover letter (length 1 to 2 pages maximum) providing information on your leadership roles and/or entrepreneurial achievements (describing the initiative and innovation you demonstrated in this area) along with relevant community and/or extracurricular activities.
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
Attention to:
Margot Fraser, Programs Assistant
MBA & MM Programs Office
Robert H. Lee Graduate School
Sauder School of Business
The University of British Columbia
Room 137 – 2053 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2, Canada
Applications may be submitted by one of the following three methods:
- Via e-mail to: askmba@sauder.ubc.ca OR
- mailed to the address above OR
- submitted in person to our reception desk at the address above
Reminder: Zara Case Memo – Due 8:00am Monday Oct 21
This is a friendly reminder that your 3rd case memo for the Zara case is due at 8:00am on Monday, Oct 21 via Connect > myIPD > BA 504 (3.0) Integration & Professional Development: Foundation > Integrated Case #3 – Zara Case Memo Dropbox.
A few things to keep in mind when submitting your case memo that would help expedite the grading process:
- You may make multiple submissions but only your last submission before the deadline will be graded
- Your case memo and appendix needs to be merged into one single document (only either in Word or PDF)
- You must provide both your name and student number on your case memo. Please refer to the Case Memo and Citing Instructions on Connect within the Integrated Cases folder.
If you are experiencing problems with your submission, please submit your case memo to askmba@sauder.ubc.ca before 8:00am on Monday, Oct 21.
Happy Thanksgiving!
IPD Handbook: Updated
The handbook has been updated on Connect > myIPD > IPD Handbook (on left menu) regarding the Business Plan Supplemental Information submission on Wed, Dec 4.
Please note that you do not have to prepare a comprehensive written report but each team only needs to submit supplemental materials (appendices, financial pro forma, research summaries, etc.) that will complement your oral presentation on December 6.
Each team is required to 1) submit 1 soft copy via the assignment dropbox of Connect by 4:00pm. Please select only 1 member of your team to submit this softcopy. 2) Submit 2 hard copies at the MBA Office (HA 137) front reception by 4:00pm. Both soft copy and 2 hard copies must be received by 4:00pm on Wednesday, Dec 4th to be considered as acceptable.
IPD Week Oct.17: Product Management Training & Mentoring Program (AM-Optional) & Your Personal Brand in Action (PM-Optional)
Product Management Training & Mentoring Program (PMTMP)
*Mandatory for those interested in this program*
The second session of phase 1 for the PMTMP program is an open session (RSVP via COOL) from 8:30 – 12:30 pm in HA 132 on Thursday, October 17.
Join us to broaden your awareness and understanding of Product Management themes, key frameworks, how to be successful, and potential career paths Moderated by Professor Tim Silk with participation of experienced Product Managers.
Product Management In-depth
a. Key Frameworks
b. How to be successful
c. Career Paths in PM
Group Exercise – PM Mini-Cases
Need to Know:
- RSVP via COOL under “workshops” tab
- Business casual
- Open to all students
Your Personal Brand in Action – Christian Dy, MBA Alumni 2008, PPI Solutions
This workshop is designed to show how to positively position yourself with others. The session includes hands-on activities allowing for the discovery of the most important information needing to be addressed in meetings and during the times when you influence others. The MBA candidates will come away with a new perspective and tools in how to advance in the business world.
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Location: HA 132
Learning outcomes:
- Positive growth with self-presentation abilities
- Better understanding of how to prepare for client or employment meetings
- Incorporating routines for better influencing others
- Learning how to ask the right “broad” questions
Need to Know:
- RSVP on COOL under “workshop” tab
- Business casual
- Open to all students
- Lunch will be provided
See you next week!
BCC Team
IPD Week Oct.16: Morning PD Workshops (required) & Consulting Industry Training Program (afternoon-optional)
Top Three Mistakes Even Savvy Professionals Make When Creating Their Personal Brand and How to Avoid Them Forever
Join us for an interactive workshop to learn how to express yourself in a way that creates a positive and strong image in a business environment.
9:00 –10:30 am (HA 132) – Students last names A –K
11:00 –12:30 pm (HA 132) – Students last names L – Z
You will learn about:
- Top three mistakes
- Science behind image
- Four foundations
- Cultural points you need to know
- Five interview killers
- Personal brand template
- Sauder MBA brand and you
Case Interviewing Basics
You will be required to excel at case interviewing if you want to work within the strategic management consulting firms and or internal consulting/strategy positions. This workshop introduces you to the concepts of case interviewing and how to prepare for one. You will also learn about resources available to assist you and have the opportunity to practice with some real examples. You will leave with valuable strategies and approaches to formulating your answers.
9:00 –10:30 (HA 133) – Students last names L – Z
11:00 –12:30 (HA 133) – Students last names A – K
Consulting Industry Training Program – Opening Session *Mandatory for students interested in this program*
The first element of the new Consulting Industry Training Program is an open session (RSVP on COOL) running from 1:15 – 4:30 pm on Wednesday, October 16 in HA 132
Join us to broaden your awareness of the richness and broadness of the consulting industry as well as learn more about client interaction / management skills.
1. “Practice Areas and Business Problems – Broadening Your Understanding of the Consulting Industry” led by Deloitte Consulting
2. “Introduction to Client Skills” led by Alisdair Maughan, Senior Consultant at Sierra Consulting (MBA Alumnus 2007)
Need to Know:
- RSVP via COOL under “workshops” tab
- Business casual (make an impression with our industry guests)
- Lunch will be provided
- Open to all students
Cheers,
The BCC Team
December Holiday Dates Updated & Creativity Presentations
We have been getting some questions about the December Holiday Dates and how the Creativity Presentations will work, so here is some clarification.
Holiday dates updated – Dec 10th, 6pm latest – Sun Jan 5th
In response to feedback from your class we have released Wed Dec 11th as an Inclement Weather day, so you will be finished with all your P2 class requirements on Tues Dec 10th, 6pm at the latest (depending on which Creativity section you are in). This has been updated in your class Google Calendar. (Please note that we will hold Friday Jan 10th as our alternate date for the Creativity Presentations in the case that inclement weather does occur in December. This hold has been put in your class Google calendar as well.)
Creativity Presentations – Tues Dec 10th
- 8am-11am – Section 002 – HA 132
- 11:30am-2:30pm – Section 003 – HA 132
- 3pm-6pm – Section 001 – HA 132
You are required to present during your section timeslot, and attend the full 3 hrs of class time for your Creativity section. You are also welcome to attend other section timeslots as an observer if you wish.
Once your section timeslot is finished you are free to begin your holidays. Please keep in mind when booking any flights/travel when your section timeslot ends, and any travel time you will need to get to the airport etc. The scheduling of the Creativity Presentations is just like a final exam so please do not ask the instructor for an alternate presentation time, or to skip any of your section timeslot in order to leave on holidays early.
Any questions about this can be directed to askmba@sauder.ubc.ca