Monthly Archives: November 2013

BAEN 506/507 Entrepreneurship Technology – application deadline of Nov 28th

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All students interested in taking BAEN 506 & BAEN 507 Entrepreneurship Technology & Non-technology Streams in P3/P4 please read on.

The registration process for BAEN 506/507 is different to other modules. You must fill out the application form in order to be considered. To apply for the modules, please visit the following link: here.

All students who are taking the BAEN 541 Innovation & Technology mini-module have a guaranteed seat in BAEN 506/507. Students who did not take the BAEN 541 mini-module will be considered according to the application they submit.

If you did not take BAEN 541 and will apply for BAEN 506/507 we do suggest you register for additional modules for P3/P4 in case you do not get a seat in BAEN 506/507. If you do get a seat you can always drop the other modules.

Please feel free to contact the TAs for BAEN 506/507 at tech.entrepreneurship@gmail.com  should you have any questions.

Product Management Training & Mentoring Program – Phase 2 – Mentors

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Hi Class,

Following up on Phase 1 – Sessions 1 & 2 of the PMTMP program, Phase 2 of this program features opportunities to connect with professionals (mostly alumni) from the product management space. Participation in Phase 2 will be by application.

You have until December 13th to submit your application for PMTMP through COOL. Applications will be reviewed in December, and the BCC will communicate the name of the students who were accepted.

We are designing interactions between students and mentors and those interactions will take several forms. Depending on the number of students, mentors, mentor interest in specific activities and mentor location, interactions might include:

  • Group based activities
  • 1-1 mentoring relationship
  • 1-1 meeting(s)
  • Conference call / webinar (1-several)
  • Assignments

You will be expected to be the driver of these interactions, to be exceptionally well prepared and do your best to be a great Sauder ambassador for this pilot program.

If you are selected to participate in phase 2, you can expect:

  • More learning about Product Management;
  • Discussions about potential career paths that match your skill-set and experience;
  • Product Management focused mock interview & feedback on your resume;
  • Opportunities to connect with professional in the field – for learning and networking

Please have your application in by December 13, 2013.

BCC

ePortfolio Assignments 4 and 5

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We are making great progress on eportfolios. I will be reading and commenting on your 3rd assignment over the next week.

Your 4th and 5th Artifacts (i.e. assignments) are due by December 2, 8am – at the latest (with no extensions possible). Like the 3rd assignment, these are open assignments. Your goal is to produce two more artifacts that add to your overall brand by

  • showcasing your work
  • delving into a interest
  • building a case for a career change
  • etc.

The only stipulations are that they be professional, high quality and professionally relevant.

I remind you that we will be “turning-on” the aggregator (ubcmbasmakeadifference) in the next month and as such, your work will be visible to a broader audience.

If you need ideas for the 4th and 5th artifacts, I refer you to my blog post of Oct 18th – 3rd Artifact Ideas. As before, you can send me an email with and idea and request for feedback and I will be happy to reply.

Dean’s Speaker Series with Robert Macdonald – Reminder

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This is a reminder regarding the launch of the new Dean’s Speaker Series featuring prominent alumni of the Sauder School of Business.

Robert Macdonald (BCom’80, major in Urban Land Economics) is the founder, owner and president of Macdonald Development Corporation (MDC), a private, family-owned real estate development company based in Vancouver.

With extensive legal, financial and practical experience in the real estate field, Mr. Macdonald has been responsible for the overall vision and direction of the company since 1985. Under his leadership, MDC has created a legacy of commercial and residential properties and helped to reinvigorate communities across North America.

Come hear Macdonald’s inspirational story of success and learn more about his business, core values and community leadership.

EVENT DETAILS
When: Thursday, Nov. 21
Registration: 12:30 pm
Lecture: 12:45 pm

Where: Henry Angus Building – Middlefield Lecture Theatre, HA098

Registration: Please click here to register

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sharlene Cheu, at 604-827-4616 or at sharlene.cheu@sauder.ubc.ca

We look forward to seeing you there!

BC Packers Case Memo Grades Available Now!

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Please note that your grade for the 4th Integrated Case Memo – BC Packers is now released on Connect > myIPD > BA 504 (3.0) Integration &Professional Development: Foundation > My Grades (left menu under IPD: Foundation).

*It is important to note that underneath your grade, you may click on “Comments” to view the individual feedback our graders have provided for you.*

Should you experience any problems with viewing this information, please do not hesitate to contact askmba@sauder.ubc.ca.

Period 2 Exam Schedule

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The Period 2 exam schedule is now posted on the Sauder website here.  The exam schedule is also posted on your Connect site under:  Home Page >myUBC MBA 2015> myMBA Program> Schedules & Registration> Exam Schedules & Policy > Current Students webpage

Please note, if your module’s final evaluation is not listed please consult with your instructor. Also, the due dates and times for some final evaluations are subject to change depending on the instructor.

As per the Examination Policy:

  • All exams, whether FT or PT, must be sat at the time stated in the exam schedule.
  • Exams may not be re-arranged to accommodate students’ travel plans, irrespective of the reason for travelling.
  • Extensions may only be granted by the MBA & MM Programs Office for medical reasons.
  • Students must notify the MBA & MM Programs Office (askmba@sauder.ubc.ca) prior to the start of the exam if they are too ill to write.  A doctor’s note must be provided prior to the scheduling of a new exam date.

Any student with Examination Hardship defined as THREE or more exams within a 24-hour period should report this to the Graduate Programs Office  (cherry.wang@sauder.ubc.ca) by no later than Thursday, November 14, 2013.

Failure to notify the MBA& MM Programs Office of 3 exams within 24 hours by the deadline given may result in students not being able to have an alternate exam sitting.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email cherry.wang@sauder.ubc.ca

US Consulate Presentation: Get a US Visa

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US Consulate Presentation:  Get a US Visa

Do you want to visit the United States?  How can you apply for a US visa? If you are citizens of some countries participating in the Visa Waiver Program, how can you apply for ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization)?

Join International House  for an Information Session with officers from the US Consulate General in Vancouver. The session will cover a range of visa topics, including tourist, student, exchange, and work visas. You will learn how to apply for a US visa and you will learn some ways to ensure success for your application.

Date and Time: Wednesday, November 13, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm

Location: International House 1783 West Mall, Upper Lounge

Please register at:  https://secure.students.ubc.ca/workshops/international.cfm

Mock Interview E

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Hi Class,

We want to share some important information about Mock Interviews E with all of you.

As your 5th Mock Interview, Mock Interview E will be available on Interview Stream from November 8th onwards. Here’s what is expected of you to complete this final Mock Interview assignment.

  • Log in to Sauder Interview Stream, if you haven’t yet – please create your free account;
  • Choose 1 of the 4 available Mock Interview E set of questions:
    • Marketing
    • Consulting
    • Operations
    • Finance
  • Once finished, set up an appointment (COOL) with your Career Manager to review your interview, and discuss areas you exceled, need improvement and/or next steps
  • Our suggestion is that you do your Mock Interview E and schedule your debrief; appointment with your Career Manager still in November especially if you’re planning to be away for the Christmas break. If you are not going to be away, you can schedule your debrief between December 16 – 20 as well.

Good Interviewing!

Best

The BCC Team