The JOHN MOLSON MBA INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION HANDBOOK

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1 The JOHN MOLSON MBA INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION HANDBOOK

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS JOHN MOLSON MBA PROGRAM STRUCTURE 2 COURSES IN THE JOHN MOLSON MBA PROGRAM 2 PART I: CORE COURSES 3 PART II: ELECTIVES 3 REGISTRATION POLICIES & PROCEDURES 4 REGISTRATION 4 TO ACCESS REGISTRATION SITE 4 REGISTRATION BLOCKS YOU MAY ENCOUNTER 4 ADDRESS VERIFICATION 4 COURSE CHANGE DEADLINES 5 REGISTRATION DEFINITIONS 5 DID NOT ENTER (DNE) 5 ADD (ADD) 5 DISCONTINUED (DISC) 5 REGISTRATION FOR THE MBA RESEARCH PROJECT 6 STUDENTS CLASSIFIED AS CONTINUING IN PROGRAM (C.I.P.) 6 STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN GRANTED A LEAVE OF ABSENCE 6 MYCONCORDIA PORTAL 6 GRADUATE VISITING OR INDEPENDENT STUDENTS 7 GRADUATE VISITING STUDENTS 7 GRADUATE INDEPENDENT STUDENTS 7 ELECTIVES TAKEN OUTSIDE THE JOHN MOLSON MBA PROGRAM 7 MBA CO-OPERATIVE OPTION 8 REQUIREMENTS 8 HOW TO APPLY 8 APPLICATION DEADLINES 8 FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE CO-OPERATIVE OPTION CONTACT 8 JMSB INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM 9 BUSINESS EXCHANGE: EXPERIENCE THE WORLD! 9 REQUIREMENTS 9 HOW TO APPLY 9 FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONACT 9 GRADUATION APPLICATION 10 GRADING SYSTEM FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS 10 DEAN S LIST 10 MBA PROGRAM REGULATIONS AND POLICIES 11 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS 11 STUDENT REQUEST PROCEDURES 11 TIME LIMIT 11 TIME-LIMIT EXTENSION FEE 11 COURSE LOAD FULL TIME STUDENTS 11 COURSE LOAD PART TIME STUDENTS 11 COURSE LOAD REDUCTION 11 CHANGE OF STATUS 11 ACADEMIC STANDING 12 CONDITIONAL AND FAILED STANDING 12 FAILURE REGULATION 12 PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL 12

3 STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARD 12 DEADLINE DATES 12 SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES 13 FEE STRUCTURE 13 CONTINUATION FEE 13 HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN 13 FIRSTCLASS AND INTRANET 14 IMPORTANT 14 HOW DO I INSTALL FIRSTCLASS? 14 HOW DO I LEARN HOW TO USE IT? 14 WHAT IF I HAVE PROLBLEM? 14 WHICH FOLDERS ARE MOST IMPORTANT? 14 FACILITIES 15 STUDY ROOMS 15 LIBRARY 15 CONCORDIA LIBRARIES: ONLINE RESOURCES AND SERVICES 16 RESEARCH GUIDES BY SUBJECT 16 ASK-A-LIBRARIAN 16 CLUES 16 BUSINESS DATABASES 16 LAPTOPS AND TABLETS 16 CAREER MANAGEMENT SERVICES 16 CAREER RESOURCE CENTRE (CRC) 17 CAREER AND PLACEMENT SERVICE (CAPS) 17 COUNSELING AND DEVELOPMENT 17 BEYOND THE CLASSROOM 18 THE JOHN MOLSON MBA SOCIETY 18 VIEW FROM THE TOP CORPORATE SPEAKER SERIES 18 MBA SOCIETY CONSULTING CLUB 18 THE JOHN MOLSON MBA INTERNATIONAL CASE COMPETITION 18 THE JOHN MOLSON GRADUATE STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (JMGSA) 19 WOMEN IN BUSINESS CLUB (WIBC) 19 CONCORDIA GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS 20 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 21 PART 1 - CORE COURSES 21 PART II ELECTIVES 23 SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES 24 ELECTIVES 25 ACCOUNTANCY 25 SUPPLY CHAIN AND BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT (DESC) 27 FINANCE 29 MANAGEMENT 34 MARKETING 38 M.SC. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 40 JMSB GRADUATE PROGRAMS CONTACT DIRECTORY 44

4 JOHN MOLSON MBA PROGRAM STRUCTURE The John Molson MBA Program is offered in two formats: JOHN MOLSON MBA JOHN MOLSON ACCELERATED MBA (B.COMM GRADUATES ONLY) Students in the JMSB MBA program are required to complete a 57-credit program comprised of the core courses and one of three elective options. Students in the accelerated MBA will complete a 45-credit program comprised of the core courses and one of three elective options. Full-time students will normally complete the program within 16 months to two years of their first registration and full-time students in the accelerated MBA will normally complete the program within one year. The curriculum is tightly integrated, so you can learn to analyze situations from the vantage point of each of the functional areas. Today, more than ever, corporate strategy crosses all boundaries. When you make a financial decision, you need to think about how it impacts marketing and how changes in operations will affect human resources. Our program will provide you with the strong interdisciplinary training you will need to create unimaginable solutions in a time we have yet to see. COURSES IN THE JOHN MOLSON MBA PROGRAM The first part of the MBA Program is made up of courses that are mandatory for all students. The purpose of these courses is to provide an integrated and rigorous body of functionally oriented knowledge and skills as a foundation for the second part of the program when you can choose one of the three options for fulfilling your degree requirements. At this point, you ll be able to really shape your degree to fit your interests and future prospects. Students in the accelerated MBA program are required to complete nine of these core courses. The required courses are chosen in consultation with the MBA Program Director, based on the student s academic background and career prospects. You can choose to undertake a Business Research Paper (which could be a study commissioned by your firm or a business plan to start your own venture), or a hands-on consulting project for a firm of your choice, or take extra elective courses. No matter what path you choose, the John Molson MBA will provide you with a challenging educational experience where you can cultivate your curiosity for new knowledge and engage in those that interest you most. -2-

5 PART I: CORE COURSES Regular MBA MBA 606 Managerial Economics 3 credits MBA 607 Financial Accounting for Managerial Decisions 3 credits MBA 608 Statistical Models for Business Decisions 3 credits MBA 609 Organizational Behavior 3 credits MBA 610 Marketing Management 3 credits MBA 614 Financial Management 3 credits MBA 615 Management Information Systems 3 credits MBA 616 Operations Management 3 credits MBA 618 National and International Economics 3 credits MBA 622 Business Policy & Strategy 3 credits MBA 625 Managing Strategic Action 3 credits MBA 628 Management Accounting 3 credits MBA 691 Business Ethics 3 credits Sub-total 39 credits Accelerated MBA (4 core courses are removed) 27 credits PART II: ELECTIVES (Students will choose one of the options listed below) OPTION A OPTION B OPTION C COURSE WORK 6 elective courses 18 credits BUSINESS RESEARCH PAPER 4 elective courses 12 credits MBA 631: Research Paper or Case Competition Option Sub-total PRACTICUM PROJECT 6 credits 18 credits 5 elective courses 15 credits MBA 632: MBA Practicum Project Sub-total 3 credits 18 credits TOTAL FOR PART I AND II: Regular MBA 57 credits Accelerated MBA 45 credits -3-

6 REGISTRATION POLICIES & PROCEDURES REGISTRATION New MBA and Visiting/Independent students should contact Deborah Wright, Assistant Director by phone at ext or by at to schedule a registration appointment at their earliest convenience. Register through your myconcordia portal myconcordia.ca To facilitate the registration process and to prepare a conflict-free schedule, we recommend you have your Registration Handbook nearby to see a course description or validate program policies and requirements. A copy of your transcript would also be useful to verify the courses you have completed. Plan your summer, fall and winter schedules before logging on, so not to be timed out. After your original start date, web registration is available at all times, 22 hours a day, seven days a week, from 02:00 a.m. to midnight. However, to perform routine computer maintenance, the system will occasionally be unavailable on Saturdays. TO ACCESS REGISTRATION SITE Enter the following information: Student ID Number: You will be required to enter your student identification number when you access the Web Registration System. Password: If you have never used the Web Registration System, you must first create your own password. This will be your permanent web registration password and will be required for all future transactions on the Web Registration System. If you wish to change your password, follow the instructions on screen. REGISTRATION BLOCKS YOU MAY ENCOUNTER If there is an account restriction on your record you will be prevented from registering. You will also be prevented from registering for specific courses for the following reasons: Prerequisites have not been completed You have been granted a Leave of Absence You have been granted an exemption You have reached maximum course load The maximum course load for full-time students is 15 credits per term The maximum course load for part-time students is 6 credits per term If you would like to do more than the allowed credits, you require permission from the Director of the Program. Please submit your request for a course overload, in writing, to Deborah Wright, Assistant Director. Please contact Deborah Wright by phone at ext or by at deborahw@jmsb.concordia.ca if you are encountering difficulties registering for courses. ADDRESS VERIFICATION On the screen, you will see your current address. Follow the instructions if you wish to correct your address, or continue to the next step. Please note you are responsible for providing the University with your current mailing address. You are obligated to fulfill all financial and administrative obligations within the prescribed deadlines regardless of the validity of your address in our files. For security reasons please keep your password confidential. -4-

7 REGISTRATION DEADLINES CONSULT ACADEMIC DATES ON THE SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES WEB SITE REGISTRATION DEFINITIONS DID NOT ENTER (DNE) A DNE means that the student has officially withdrawn from the course. The DNE d course(s) will be removed from the student s academic record, and will not appear on the record ADD (ADD) ADD deadline means that you are permitted to add courses up to and including this date. DISCONTINUED (DISC) A DISC is an academic withdrawal from a course. This means thatthe student is still registered in the course, but no longer has to attend classes or complete the course work. The student will be financially responsible for the Discontinued course, and will also be financially responsible for the same course if they register for it again in the future. -5-

8 REGISTRATION FOR THE MBA RESEARCH PROJECT If you are registering for the MBA Research Project MBA 631, complete a Link-up Form, downloadable from the MBA Folder on FirstClass. For more information on the Business Research Project, please refer to the MBA Options Information Handbook, also posted in the MBA Folder on FirstClass, or contact Deborah Wright. STUDENTS CLASSIFIED AS CONTINUING IN PROGRAM (C.I.P.) Students who are still within the program time limit but not registered in course credits will be registered as CIP and billed accordingly. STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN GRANTED A LEAVE OF ABSENCE Students, who because of health, business or other reasons, are compelled to interrupt their studies in the MBA Program, may submit a student request for a Leave of Absence. Such requests are normally granted, if valid, for a maximum period of one academic year. Students who want to apply for a Leave of Absence for either one, two or three terms (maximum is three terms) must do so in writing, addressed to Deborah Wright, Assistant Director, before the beginning of the relevant term, indicating the following: 1. Reasons why Leave of Absence status is requested, with appropriate supporting documentation 2. Projected timetable for completion of the MBA degree requirements MYCONCORDIA PORTAL This is a personal portal for every student at Concordia to access to his/her student record and for all changes of personal information, such as, telephone, address, . A student may go to the Concordia University home page, concordia.ca, and click on My Concordia to enter. You will then be able to select your password. From your portal you can obtain the following information regarding: Your class schedule Current course grades Loans & bursaries Statement of account address change Register for courses Code Permanent status Your personal booklist Student record Address change Apply for graduation Quebec Residency Application *Please note that graduate exam schedules will only be available through First Class. The exam information available in the portal pertains only to undergraduates. How do I find help in using the Portal? Call the Helpline at , ext. 7613, or send an message to portal@concordia.ca -6-

9 GRADUATE VISITING OR INDEPENDENT STUDENTS GRADUATE VISITING STUDENTS Graduate Visiting Students are graduate students from other universities who have been authorized by their home universities to take graduate courses at Concordia University. They are subject to the regulations of Concordia University. Registration is limited and subject to space availability. When registering, the Visiting student must have written permission from his/her Graduate Program Director, an up-to-date transcript, and proof of status in Canada. INDEPENDENT GRADUATE STUDENTS Independent Graduate Students are students enrolled in a particular graduate course, without enrolling in the graduate program of which that course forms a part. Normally, independent graduate students take no more than the equivalent of two graduate courses per term, and no more than the equivalent of four graduate courses from any graduate program. Normally, credits earned by independent graduate students are not considered for transfer credit in the event that the students are subsequently admitted to the MBA Program. An independent graduate student who receives and F is no longer allowed to take any more courses in the program associated with the failed course. ELECTIVES TAKEN OUTSIDE THE JOHN MOLSON MBA PROGRAM In addition to the elective courses offered at JMSB, MBA students may also, subject to approval from the Director of the MBA Program and availability, take courses, for example, in the following programs: Elective courses from the M.Sc.Admin. (Master of Science in Admin.). M.Sc.Admin. courses incorporate a different teaching methodology and extra time and effort may be required to handle course work successfully. Graduate courses offered in other Quebec Universities. You can apply on-line by going to: crepuq.qc.ca Exchange Opportunities with international partner institutions Course offerings and schedules for the John Molson Graduate Programs are posted on the John Molson School of Business website. If you are interested in taking elective courses outside the John Molson MBA Program, please contact Deborah Wright at deborahw@jmsb.concordia.ca or by telephone: ext

10 MBA CO-OPERATIVE OPTION The MBA Co-operative Option is non-credit and is offered to students who are enrolled in the John Molson MBA Program. The MBA Co-op will enhance instruction by providing you with practical work experience that is relevant to your education objectives and career goals. Co-op work terms can take place in Canada, the US or internationally. Students can do one, two or three work terms consecutively or separately and can last for one, two or three semesters. REQUIREMENTS: You must be full-time both the semester before and after your Co-op work term Have completed a minimum of 24 MBA credits prior to starting your work term Have a GPA of 3.3 or better Must return to full-time studies (to complete a minimum of 9 credits) $185 for each of the work term and the semesters before and after the work term(s) HOW TO APPLY: Complete an Entry Profile Sheet (available at the Institute for Co-operative Education or at JMSB) Complete a Transcript Authorization Form (available at the Institute for Co-operative Education or at JMSB) Sign the Graduate Co-op Student Agreement (Terms and Conditions) Submit the above documents to Alex Bottausci, MBA Co-op coordinator, Institute for Co-operative Education, 1550 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W., GM APPLICATION DEADLINES: Fall work term February 1 Winter work term June 1 Summer work term October 1 FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE CO-OPERATIVE OPTION CONTACT Mr. Alex Bottausci Coordinator Institute for Co-operative Education 1550 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W., GM Montreal, Quebec, H3G 1N ext alex.bottausci@concordia.ca co-op.concordia.ca -8-

11 JMSB INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM BUSINESS EXCHANGE: EXPERIENCE THE WORLD! In today s increasingly global business environment, the opportunity to study abroad, experience different cultures, and speak different languages all add to one s marketability in the job market. With that in mind, the JMSB International Student Exchange Program is designed to give students from The John Molson School of Business the opportunity to study abroad for a term or more, at business schools around the world. The Exchange Program is available to MBA students wishing to complete elective courses abroad. Only courses with a grade of B or better can be transferred into the JMSB MBA. REQUIREMENTS: Completed 24 credits (core courses should be completed at JMSB) Have a GPA above 3.0 Have approximately $1000 per month set aside to cover the cost of living while you are abroad HOW TO APPLY: Fill out application forms available at international.concordia.ca Provide: Statement of purpose CV Two letters of reference Proof of Financial Situation FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT Julie Triganne International Liaison Officer Africa, Europe (except France) & the Middle East x julie.triganne@concordia.ca Pauliina Rouleau International Liaison Officer France ext Pauliina.Rouleau@concordia.ca Christine Archer International Liaison Officer Americas, Asia & Oceania ext Christine.Archer@concordia.ca You can also visit Concordia International s website for more information: international.concordia.ca -9-

12 GRADUATION APPLICATION In order to graduate, you must apply to graduate by filling out the online Graduation Application Form before the deadline. Please read the information below for details. Term to complete all degree requirements Deadline to submit the Graduation Application form Spring Convocation Fall & Winter Fall Convocation Summer January 15 July 15 Applications submitted after these dates will be accepted for a limited period and a late fee will be charged. The application is available on the MyConcordia.ca portal under: Student Services > Graduation Application Form Please do not wait until you have received your grades or have defended your thesis before submitting your application. If you do not complete your degree requirements by the end of the appropriate term you will be required to reapply. If you wish to cancel your graduation application or postpone your graduation to a later date, please notify the Office of the Registrar/Enrolment Services immediately at: ext GRADING SYSTEM FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS At the end of each semester a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 to be in good academic standing. A student who has not fulfilled the requirements for good standing is considered either as a student on conditional standing or a failed student. For more detailed information please consult the School of Graduate Studies Calendar. Grade A+ A A- B+ B B- C F GPA DEAN S LIST In order to be eligible for inclusion on the Dean s List, students must have achieved a final graduation GPA of at least 3.7. For more information about convocation visit: registrar.concordia.ca/convo -10-

13 MBA PROGRAM REGULATIONS AND POLICIES ACADEMIC REGULATIONS Students in the John Molson MBA Program are bound by the regulations and requirements in existence at the time of their date of entry into the Program as specified in the Concordia School of Graduate Studies Calendar published of that year. Students are responsible for informing themselves of all regulations and policies applicable to them in the John Molson MBA Program. STUDENT REQUEST PROCEDURES A Student Request is the formal procedure available to students to request exemptions from MBA Program and University policies. Students must submit their requests by sending an to Deborah Wright, Assistant Director, John Molson MBA Program, with the appropriate documentation attached. Exemptions from the regulations or policies of the University or the John Molson MBA Program are not an inherent student right but may be granted exceptionally in consideration of the student s academic record and the merits of the case. The MBA Office takes the view that unless there are excellent reasons to the contrary; a student is expected to be aware of and to satisfy all regulations and policies in effect. Students who are granted an exemption must replace the exempted course with another course in order to fulfill the credit requirements of the program. Students who have been granted an exemption for a course cannot subsequently take that course for credit toward the graduate certificate, diploma or degree. This is a reminder about the EXEMPTIONS policy which appears in the Graduate Studies Calendar: graduatestudies.concordia.ca/publications/ graduatecalendar/current/graduateregistration/ #exemptions TIME LIMIT The time limit to complete the John Molson MBA requirements for full time students is three years; for part time students, it is five years from the year of initial registration. COURSE LOAD FULL TIME STUDENTS The normal course load for a full-time student is a minimum of 12 credits of course work per term. Students can accelerate their progress by taking courses in the summer terms. A full-time student may not, without permission, register for more than 15 credits in each of the fall and winter terms or for more than 12 credits in the summer term. COURSE LOAD PART TIME STUDENTS The normal course load for a part-time student is a minimum of 12 credits per calendar year. A part-time student may not, without permission, register for more than 6 credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms but may accelerate their progress by taking courses in the Summer. COURSE LOAD REDUCTION In exceptional circumstances, students may be granted permission to reduce their course load below the normal specified in the sections describing full-time and part-time status while remaining as a student in good standing. Full-time students completing less than 9 credits per term will be reclassified as part-time and must abide by the course load requirements for part-time students as specified. Part-time students must complete a minimum of 9 credits per year including the summer term. Full and part-time students who have been granted such permission will be subject to specific conditions outlined in the section on Academic Standing. CHANGE OF STATUS On application, a student may be granted permission to change his/her status from part time to full time or vice versa. If a change is permitted, the student s time limit for the completion of the degree requirements will be adjusted accordingly. Part time students may change status and switch to full time if employment opportunities permit an educational leave of absence. Students who would like to take advantage of this possibility can contact Deborah Wright at (514) ext or by at deborahw@jmsb.concordia.ca for more information. TIME-LIMIT EXTENSION FEE A time limit extension fee of $ per-term will be charged to students who have been granted a Program time-limit extension. Program time-limit extensions are usually granted for one academic year (i.e. 3 terms). -11-

14 ACADEMIC STANDING The scholastic performance of all MBA students will be reviewed on a regular basis: at the end of each term for full time students and annually for part time students. This assessment will be based on the final grades obtained in all courses for which the students have registered subsequent to their admission into the John Molson MBA Program. The purpose of the review is to monitor the students status and progress, to maintain the standards expected by the John Molson School of Business, and to assist students in achieving success in the Program. To be considered in good standing at such a review, a student must have successfully completed the required course load; and Achieved a grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 or better since the previous review or since admission in the case of the first review; or Achieved a grade of B or better in each course taken during any term in which a course load reduction has been granted. A student who has not fulfilled the requirements for good standing is considered either a failed student or a student on conditional standing. Potential graduates who have not fulfilled the requirements for good standing must apply to the MBA Student Request Committee to determine the requirements which they must meet in order to be reinstated as students in good standing, and thus be considered for graduation. CONDITIONAL AND FAILED STANDING Students who have not met the conditions for good standing will be considered either students on conditional standing or failed students. Conditional standing is used to monitor the progress of a student experiencing difficulty and to assist him/her in successfully completing the Program. A student on conditional standing will normally be required to achieve a GPA of 3.3 or better in the courses taken during this period. A student on conditional standing is not normally permitted to drop any courses. Additional requirements may be imposed in individual cases. A student who does not meet the requirements of his or her conditional standing is considered a failed student and is dismissed from the Program. FAILURE REGULATION A student who fails one or more courses in the Program, or the conditions of his/her conditional standing will be dismissed from the Program. PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL A student who wishes to apply for withdrawal from the John Molson MBA Program must do so in writing, addressed to Deborah Wright, Assistant Director. Please note: Not attending classes, or informing an instructor of intent to withdraw, does not constitute official withdrawal, nor does it entitle a student to a refund of fees or cancellation of registration. Without formally dropping the course by the appropriate academic withdrawal deadline, non-attendance of a class will result in the assignment of a failing grade. If you are registered for a Quebec inter-university agreement you are responsible for being aware of all registration regulations and deadlines at Concordia University and the host university STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARD The I.D. Card is necessary for use in the Concordia University libraries (Quebec inter library agreement), Computer Center and other university facilities. I.D. cards for new students, or validation stickers for returning students, may be obtained at the Birks Student Service Centre. DEADLINE DATES As is stated in the Graduate Student Handbook, please familiarize yourself with the Graduate Calendar. Students are responsible for knowing and abiding by the deadline, rules, regulations and policies as stated in the Graduate Calendar graduatestudies. concordia.ca/publications/graduatecalendar SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES Through the School of Graduate Studies, students, faculty and administrators are guided through the academic and administrative components of Concordia s graduate programs. Their website can be found at graduatestudies.concordia.ca, and will provide you with links to guide you through funding, tuition and fees, important dates and well as other university resources available to graduate students. Birks Student Service Centre 1400 De Maisonneuve W., Room LB 185 registrar.concordia.ca Office hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Friday: 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. -12-

15 FEE STRUCTURE Unlike undergraduate students, MBA students pay tuition and other fees based on the total number of academic credits (57). The fees are charged in equal installments over a certain number of terms: Full-time students are charged a fixed rate for 6 terms Part-time students are charged a fixed rate for 8 terms There are three terms per academic year; Summer (/1), Fall (/2), and Winter (/4) If the Student Accounts Office does not receive your payment by the deadline date, any courses that you are registered for in future terms may be cancelled. For example, if your summer fees are not paid by the deadline, then any fall and winter course registrations may be cancelled. If your fall fees are not paid by the deadline, then any winter registrations may be cancelled. You will not be able to re-register or continue to register in future terms until all outstanding balances on your Student Account are paid in full. If registration is not permitted due to an Accounts Restriction, you may be withdrawn from the John Molson MBA Program. If that occurs, you may be required to re-apply and all tuition and other fees charged on your original program will not be transferred to the new admission. If you require more information on tuition and fees please view the Tuition and Fees website: concordia.ca/admissions/tuition-and-fees CONTINUATION FEE Once you have been billed all of your tuition, you will be charged a continuation fee of $ per term until you graduate or withdraw from the program or until your academic time limit expires. HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN Students are automatically enrolled in and charged for Concordia University s Graduate Health Plan through the Alliance pour la santé étudiante au Québec (ASÉQ). If you wish to opt out of Concordia s Health Plan, you must do so by: Going to the ASÉQ office: 1134 Ste-Catherine St. W., Suite 700 Montreal, Que. H3B 1H Toll free: Going online at: aseq.com International students must contact the International Students Office concerning the compulsory Concordia Health Insurance Plan for International Students. International Students Office Room: H-653 Phone ext iso@alcor.concordia.ca supportservices.concordia.ca/iso/healthinsurance -13-

16 FIRSTCLASS AND INTRANET IMPORTANT It is your responsibility to download and install the FirstClass software on your computer. FirstClass is how the MBA Program Office and your instructors will communicate with you. If you fail to install the program, you will not have access to critical course materials from your professors. You will also fail to receive important information from the MBA Office. Your FirstClass account becomes active approximately one week before the beginning of your first semester, provided that you have registered in a course. HOW DO I INSTALL FIRSTCLASS? 1. Open a browser adn go to jmsb.concordia.ca 2. Click DOWNLOADS 3. Choose your operating system. 4. Follow the steps outlined on screen. After you have followed all the steps in the installation process, you will be ready to log into FirstClass. Your User ID is the same as your Netname at Concordia University the one you use to log into the myconcordia.ca portal. Your User ID is the same as your Netname at Concordia University the one you use to log into the myconcordia.ca portal. All students registered in a JMSB course will receive an containing their default password (which is a random combination of numbers and letters. It is NO LONGER their student ID number). HOW DO I LEARN HOW TO USE IT? 1. Go to jmsb.concordia.ca 2. Click either the video tutorials or the Client Quick Reference Guide link. WHAT IF I HAVE PROBLEMS? Refer to the video tutorials or the Reference Guide mentioned above. Send an to help@concordia.ca. Include as much detail as possible Call the help-line at ext Leave a detailed message, with date and time that you can be reached WHICH FOLDERS ARE MOST IMPORTANT? On your FirstClass desktop, you will find your Mailbox, the MBA Conference folder and Classes. You should monitor these folders daily. -14-

17 FACILITIES STUDY ROOMS Working in groups is an important and necessary part of John Molson MBA student life. When you need a quiet room for your study group, you have several options: Book a large conference room, by sending an to: gradprograms@jmsb.concordia.ca. In your , please write your full name; your program of study; reservation time and title your as: Room Booking. Please note that a 24- hour notice is required. Please note all conference rooms are generally available on weekdays only There is a study room available in the Grad House (Graduate Students Association) 2030 Mackay (6 student capacity). Call ahead for reservations at ext Webster Library Group Study Rooms. There are 10 self-booking rooms which can be booked online in CLUES. A minimum of two Concordia students in good standing are required to use a room; anyone in the group may book the room in advance. The maximum booking period is 3 HOURS. Groups must present themselves at the Circulation Desk on time with valid IDs. Bookings may be forfeited after a 15-minute grace period. Users will be charged for the replacement cost of a lost key. Vanier Library Group Study Rooms. There are 7 self-booking rooms which can be booked online in CLUES. A minimum of two Concordia students in good standing are required to use a room; anyone in the group may book the room in advance. The maximum booking period is 3 HOURS. Groups must present themselves at the Circulation Desk on time with valid IDs. Bookings may be forfeited after a 15-minute grace period. Users will be charged for the replacement cost of a lost key. MB Group Study Rooms. There are 25 group study rooms now available in the MB building. The goal of the MB Group Study Rooms Booking Policy is to provide fair and equitable access to a limited resource. Study rooms are intended to accommodate group work and study sessions only. A group consists of three or more people. Only JMSB students and professors are permitted to make advanced booking of the rooms. Rooms that are not reserved are available to all Concordia students on a first-come, first-serve basis. How to Book a Room: Three valid Concordia student ID cards must be presented at the Information Desk in MB lobby during service hours to obtain a booking receipt. The booking receipt will be issued only to the patron who has booked the room. Alternatively, students may wish to list other group members as part of the reservation, but only a JMSB student can obtain a booking receipt for an advanced booking. Reservations can only be made in person at the Information Desk. Reservations can be made up to 7 days in advance. Rooms may be booked for up to two consecutive hours. No renewals are permitted. However, if another room is available then students may use that room. Students are given a 15 minute grace period to get the room reservation card from the information desk. If the student who reserved a study room does not present himself with three student IDs at the Information Desk by the end of the grace period, the room will be considered vacant and will be available to other students on a first-come, first-serve basis. LIBRARY The Webster Library on our downtown campus is located in the J.W. McConnell Building at 1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W., 2nd floor. Graduate study carrels are available in the Webster Library (4th floor) and Vanier Library (3rd floor). Request a carrel at the Circulation Desk of the appropriate library. CREPUQ Cards are used by graduate students who would like to borrow from Quebec and Ontario university libraries. These cards are issued from the Circulation Desk of the Libraries. -15-

18 CONCORDIA LIBRARIES: ONLINE RESOURCES AND SERVICES RESEARCH GUIDES BY SUBJECT The business research guides are a great place to learn about all the resources available to you from the library. They list the most important business databases for each department, class guides and contact information of the business librarians: library.concordia.ca/research/subjects/?id=business ASK-A-LIBRARIAN If you need help with your assignments, you are most welcome to chat with a librarian in real-time, or meet with a business librarian for one-on-one assistance. For more information please visit: library.concordia.ca/help/questions CLUES The libraries online catalogue is CLUES. BUSINESS DATABASES The library subscribes to various databases that help you find relevant and reliable information. Our online business databases cover everything from academic articles, market research reports, financial data, and company and industry analysis. See all our databases: library.concordia.ca/research/databases LAPTOPS AND TABLETS There are over 200 laptops and 25 ipads available for borrowing at no cost. Students are able to borrow these from the Circulation desk using their student ID cards. You may use your own laptop to sign on to the Concordia wireless network and access the Internet. You will need an b compliant wireless adapter that supports 128 bit encryption, and a Wireless account. To obtain a wireless adapter card for Concordia s network, please visit the University s Computer Store in the Hall Building (H-224) or visit them online at ccs.concordia.ca For more information about library services, see: library.concordia.ca/index.php Visit our mobile site at: library.concordia.ca/services/computers/mobile.ph CAREER MANAGEMENT SERVICES The John Molson School of Business (JMSB) Career Management Services (CMS) philosophy is based on value creation to help students and alumni reach professional success. The CMS team is also dedicated to building sustainable relationships with our partners in the business community. We proactively coach our students to enhance the necessary skills to build one s confidence and to effectively navigate today s complex and competitive marketplace. We develop key strategic alliances with our alumni community, our faculty members, our Concordia University executive, and other business schools across Canada, to stay abreast on current industry trends and employer needs. CMS is proud to offer an extensive variety of career management services to all current JMSB students and alumni. Users of our services are expected to adhere to professional standards of conduct at all times to help maintain the school and career centre s reputation. By accepting the Principles of Professional Conduct framework johnmolson.concordia.ca/en/ career-services/about-us/1421-principles-ofprofessional-conduct-for-jmsb-students, you can openly and fairly use our services and experience a rewarding career management process. As well, our clients will fully appreciate the JMSB experience as one that encapsulates true professionalism across our students and institution. To use the CMS s services, please visit the CMS website and follow the two-step registration process johnmolson.concordia.ca/en/ career-services/students/register-with-cms, and follow the instructions provided. Bob Menard Graduate Career Advisor John Molson School of Business Concordia University Tel: ext bmenard@jmsb.concordia.ca johnmolson.concordia.ca/en/career-services -16-

19 CAREER RESOURCE CENTRE (CRC) The Career Resource Centre (CRC) provides print, electronic and audio-visual resources to help students reach education, career and employment goals. Whatever your aim is, the Centre collects a wide range of materials to help you achieve your utmost when it comes to your personal growth and development. This invaluable resource center is open to all students, and a librarian is on duty at all times to assist students in using the wide variety of materials. Career Resource Centre (Sir George) 1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W., H ext cdev.concordia.ca CAREER AND PLACEMENT SERVICE (CAPS) The university placement center for all students offers career guidance and placement services. Career and Placement Service (CAPS) EN-109, 2070 Mackay, ground floor, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8. Tel: ext cdev.concordia.ca/our-services/job-search-and-resume Open weekdays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (during fall and winter terms) COUNSELING AND DEVELOPMENT The mission of Counseling & Development is to empower students to maximize their personal, academic, and career potential. They provide diverse programs, resources and expertise in a supportive student-centered environment to facilitate student success. Counseling and Development Office Hall Building, 1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W., H-440 Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8. Tel: ext Fax Open weekdays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (during fall and winter terms) cdev.concordia.ca In addition to career and personal workshops, see above, counseling is offered to individual students by appointment, ext

20 BEYOND THE CLASSROOM THE JOHN MOLSON MBA SOCIETY The John Molson School of Business MBA Society is an association who represents all John Molson MBA students. It works to enhance the MBA experience by providing opportunities for professional growth beyond of the classroom. Through an integrated framework of curricular and extracurricular services and activities, the John Molson MBA Society encourages greater interaction between students, alumni, recruiters, guest speakers and the business community. Whether it is by being a voice to the school administration, by organizing events to enhance the John Molson MBA brand and experience, by providing advice to current and to potential John Molson MBA students, or simply by being an ear (or 22) for a student to speak to, the John Molson MBA Society exists for you. Come and participate! We would love to hear from you As a student association we strongly believe that your voice is important and that working together is key to take the John Molson MBA program to the next level us at mbasociety@jmsb.concordia.ca VIEW FROM THE TOP CORPORATE SPEAKER SERIES The Corporate Speaker Series, an initiative of the John Molson MBA Society, is a series of breakfast events, designed to expose tomorrow s leaders to today s top executives. The emphasis is on creating a learning environment that stretches outside of the classroom into the business community. The Speaker Series features the personal stories and perspectives of leading executives on current business issues. Your involvement, as a future participant, organizer, or through your network of contacts, ensures that events continue to add value to the John Molson MBA community. MBA SOCIETY CONSULTING CLUB The mission of the MBA Society Consulting Club is to increase MBA students value for the management consulting market and to create a strong link between the consulting corporate world and the academic world. The Consulting Club allows its members to develop awareness of the consulting world and to enhance their performance during the hiring process. Indeed, the Consulting Club helps its members to increase and leverage their network, design a C.V. which is based on consulting requirements and to practice case interviews. In addition, professionals from top-notch firms such as McKinsey, Secor and Deloitte are invited on a regular basis to answer questions such as: what is a consultant and what does it take to be a consultant? The Consulting Club is a community that is based on the experience of sharing ideas to allow its member to know and to learn from each other. THE JOHN MOLSON MBA INTERNATIONAL CASE COMPETITION The John Molson International Case Competition (MBA-ICC) is the oldest and largest case competition in the world. The competition has been held each year since If you are looking for hands-on experience and a chance to network with hundreds of senior executives from the Montreal business community, as well as top MBA students from around the world, then you should consider applying to become one of the four organizers of this important event or even a competitor. For more info on the John Molson MBA International Case Competition or to volunteers visit: mbacasecomp.com -18-