The MBA is better off than the undergrad commerce program. But as a whole, when we compare it to other Canadian schools, it's not the best place to get your money's worth.

While there are some capable professors both then and now, it somehow doesn't translate into a good economics program. Course selection is limited, mathematics is not emphasized even in the honours program. It's just a big silly make busy program.

There are only 3 english universities in Quebec. Most would only consider 2, Concordia and McGill.

Yes, I heard that McGill's economics department/ B-school isn't that good, read it in a Canadian forum, students said that Concordia a nearby university has better ties to the business world, don't know how true this is, just passing on what I read.

I'm transferring to Simon Fraser's B-school this Fall, leaving end of August, how's the weather there?
I going there with some clothes and my trusty laptop, getting my winter gear as recommended by everyone, also got a US travel visa (someone told me it would be useful and I applied for it and got it) anymore pre-departure tips?

The ranking list above, I thought York's Schulich is the top B-school in Canada... the ranking seems a little off. And wow didn't know Waterloo had a B-school, it must be pretty new as they didn't have one previously.

Top 10 MBA business programs (out of 35 schools):
Business School
Score
1. York University - Schulich School of Business  92.8%
2. University of Calgary - Haskayne School of Business  80.85%
3. Concordia University - John Molson School of Business  80.17%
4. University of Alberta  76.15%
5. University of British Columbia - Sauder School of Business    74.75%
6. University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management  71.4%
7. Dalhousie University  63.15%
8. HEC Montréal  62%
9. Simon Fraser University  56.92%
10. University of Western Ontario - Richard Ivey School of Business      51.05%

Came across these threads ages ago but manage to find them again through Google.

McGill vs Concordia

Concordia JMSB or McGill for B-School

Not cheap. If you're looking at Queen's or Rotman. We're looking at $60 for fees. The only cheap ones that I know are McGill and Concordia, roughly around $20k+.

If you learn french and get a CSQ, you can try to become a Quebec resident. With that you pay Quebec rates. $6k inclusive is sufficient for an MBA from JMBS.

Hmm... Mcgill numbers a little off.. CND$24K+ a yr.. 2yrs (4 term or 20mth).. around CND$48K+ for fees. Cheaper by ~CND$10-20K compared to Rotman.
I know a PRC  study in Quebec for a term then apply for CSQ. Got it and following yr paying Quebec rates.

take A levels or STPM if you want to go to University of British Columbia. It's a great university!

care to share how great?
and your experience!

Hi all,
I've just received my admission letter for Simon Fraser University, I'm waiting on University of British Columbia and University of Victoria, all three West Coast universities (sent both applications late, will receive the results probably around May)

I'll probably get into UVic and maybe just maybe UBC (I reckon I've a good shot). I know in terms of international recognition, UBC wins hands down, but I'd like to seek your opinions regarding this matter. I intend to pursue a degree in Commerce and have heard good things about UBC's Sauder School of Business and SFU's co-op program. Any comments on both the programs? My student advisor's opinion was rather skewered towards SFU. She thinks UBC's a rather snotty institute 

My concern would be the tuition cost, UBC's total cost is $10k more expensive compared to SFU's ($ 24k approximate). Is the school's recognition worth the extra money? (I hope to go to grad school in the future)
I'm the eldest kid with 2 more younger siblings, don't really want to use up all my mom's $$

And umm how's the weather over at Vancouver?

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Added on April 5, 2009, 10:41 amAnyone please...
the question simplified,

uni's reputation vs cost

with the intention of going to grad school
Which would you choose?

Tereno how did you get to study in that university? Scholarship?

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Added on August 30, 2009, 1:11 am
Okay, honestly I didn't go there but my friend did! It's a great university and Vancouver is a really nice place to live! I will want to go there for Chemistry or something.

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Added on August 30, 2009, 1:17 am

Vancouver is nice!! and trust me it's worth to go to UBC

take A levels or STPM if you want to go to University of British Columbia. It's a great university!

what else do they require besides Alevel results? Do they need TOEFL/SAT?

Well, Unis that I currently have in mind are MCGILL University, University of BRITISH COLUMBIA, University of TORONTO and  University of ALBERTA. Since u mentioned UBC i think I shall check that out first =)

When does application usually start for Canadian Unis? I'm currently doing my alevels, graduating next year June.

The application usually starts around Sept/Oct for Fall 2010.
If u do have prelim results U could apply this yr for next yr.

if cost is a concern. Mcgill/Alberta maybe is the cheapest today of your list.
there is a neat Alberta thread with good info
BTW whats your intended major?

here's req
http://www.mcgill.ca/applying/undergrad201.../#xpgfId-325312
http://www.adm.utoronto.ca/adm/adm_intl_re...ational_stu.htm
http://www.international.ualberta.ca/prosp...dergraduate.cfm

thank you so much! =) hm. I intend to do Finance&Accounting/Banking. somewhere along there
I've got a ques, is it better to apply this Oct using forecast results? or should I wait till next year when I've completed Alevels? 'cause from what I saw from UBC's website (the important dates section), if i were to start applying this Oct, I'll be kinda busy with applications & etc till next year May/June, I'm afraid that handling all these matters will take up quite abit of time when I'm supposed to be busy studying.

pretty much depends on how eager U wanna get into Uni.
should U think your forecast results is decent, U can do so.
or wait until the A level results are release to do so.
or if don't mind starting in 2012 that should be fine. During the 1yr+ gap U can work or just hang and enjoy life!

U meant this? why would U be busy with applications & etc till next yr May June?
whats there are the deadline for different paper work.
if U can do so altogether U can be done in 2weeks!
https://you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/dates.ezc

anyway, UBC-Sauder kinda only allow single major its either Finance or Accounting. The system somehow "forbid" ppl who wish to do double major. U could but it would take extra 1 to 2 terms.

Mcgill - Desautels do allow double major, so U could take both Finance and Accounting and be done in the same time.
some ppl wanted Desautels bcoz of the new Honors in IB program which they admit about 10 ppl each yr.
http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/mcgi...gram-impressive