Our class of 2018 is in full swing and our 2017's will be finished the program here at Ivey in one month! Taking over our @IveyMScStudents twitter and new @iveymscstudentlife Instagram account with be the communications team. These students oversee these social media platforms and contribute to the MSc student blog over their time here at Ivey. Get to know the students below by reading their brief bio's and be sure to follow along with them as they travel for their IGL (Ivey Global Lab), IAL (Ivey Analytics Lab), exchanges and much more!
Note: Please be aware that this blog post contains many hair flips.
MSc 2018 Communications Team:
April McCutcheon- MSc in International Business with CEMS-MIM
Brandon Scott- MSc in International Business
Brianna Forbes-Crowe- MSc in International Business
Emi Oseni- Elamah- MSc in Business Analytics
Katelyn Bauer- MSc in International Business with CEMS-MIM
Meklit Tibebe- MSc in International Business
Pearl Kwan- MSc in Business Analytics
Priya Balakumar- MSc in International Business
Tanmay Rastogi- MSc in International Business
Tayler Hoffert- MSc in International Business CEMS-MIM
April McCutcheon- MSc in International Business with CEMS-MIM
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Hometown: |
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
University of Manitoba- Honours Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing and International Business |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I want to live in Hobbiton. |
| What emoji best represents you? |  |
| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | Job shadow the CEO of Greenpeace. |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Anna Kendrick |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | I chose the Ivey MSc so I could expand my knowledge of socially and environmentally conscious business, and pursue a career where I can make more than a financial impact. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | I’ve learned the importance of having individuals with different cultural and educational backgrounds in the decision-making process. |
Brandon Scott- MSc in International Business
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Hometown: |
London, Ontario, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
King's College at Western University- Bachelors of Management and Organizational Studies |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I have enjoyed abseiling to no end for quite a few years and still to this day, hate heights. |
| What emoji best represents you? |  |
| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | I think that if I could do anything for one day, I would want to be able to acquire as much knowledge as possible with the intention of advancing science and technology beyond our current scope so that I might have the ability to see both the whole world and its natural beauty and maybe some of our universe. |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Jesse Eisenberg |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | There were a few reasons, one of the reasons I chose this program was because it presented an alternative from the norm with an opportunity to stand out among my peers with the support of a caring network of alumni who can attest to the quality of education from Ivey. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | I have learned a great deal about understanding innovation and how organizations can embrace a different way of looking at problems and opportunities. Though my favorite class is likely business statistics and the challenge of answering various issues faced by the organization or person within the case study and being able to answer them with a skill set that increases every week. |
Brianna Forbes-Crowe- MSc in International Business
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Hometown: |
Bowen Island, British Columbia, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
Acadia University- Honours Bachelors of Business Administration |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I went to London (England) for a weekend in order to see a David Hockney exhibit. |
| What emoji best represents you? |  |
| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | Hike the Monastery at Petra |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Emma Watson |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | I want to be a leader in my field, work for a company whose ideals I support, and to work internationally. I believe that the MSc degree will help me achieve all three of these goals. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | How people from different cultures approach problems differently. |
Emi Oseni- Elamah- MSc in Business Analytics
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Hometown: |
Lagos, Nigeria |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
McMaster University- Bachelors of Business Informatics |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I love to cook and try new dishes from different cultures! |
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| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | Spend time indoors with family and close friends, just chatting and eating, visit an orphanage home, and put a smile on faces. I’ll do anything to make another person happy for that day! |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Michelle Obama |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | Business Analytics is a field that has seen rapid growth in the past few years and has been something I’ve been interested in. The Ivey MSc Program is one of the few programs that offer this. One main factor that attracted me to this program was the Ivey Analytics Lab (IAL). I saw it has a huge opportunity to not just learn in class but also intern by applying skills learnt. Also, I wanted a school that had a strong networking link with alumni and was very reputable in the eyes of employers, the Ivey MSc. Program is excellent at fulfilling that! |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | So far in the program, I’ve learned how to analyze real world problems through cases we’ve been given using various tools. This has helped broaden and strengthen my technical and analytical skills. I have also learnt how to collaborate and contribute more effectively by engaging in class discussions. |
Katelyn Bauer- MSc in International Business with CEMS-MIM
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Hometown: |
Born in Perth, Australia Raised in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
Carleton University- Bachelors of Public Affairs & Policy Management, International Studies |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I’m part way through training for my Private Pilot’s License (PPL) for single-engine aircraft. |
| What emoji best represents you? |  |
| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | My dream day would be spent brunching, drinking coffee and wandering the streets of a city I have yet to explore. |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Emma Watson |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | Coming from a “non-traditional background” in public policy and international affairs, I wanted a program which would enhance my undergraduate degree, and prioritized building a diverse cohort. Ivey stood out as a school which prided itself on its diversity — in both geographical and academic background. I also wanted an environment where learning went beyond the textbook. I felt Ivey’s case-study method, using real-life examples to impart business knowledge, and use of experiential learning were the perfect complements to develop real business development and strategy expertise in a unique context. Finally, I wanted a degree that had a strong international component. With its Global Lab, exchange, and dual degree opportunities, choosing the Ivey MSc was an easy choice. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | So far in the program, I can confidently say I’ve learned to master the case method – prepping and forming an opinion of several real life business decisions each week. I’ve also learned, and continue to learn, so much each day from my classmates. Their backgrounds are all so varied, and each one of them brings such a different perspective to the set of readings or case we cover for class each week. I look forward to continuing to learn from them, building my business knowledge as I prepare for a career in industry post-graduation. |
Meklit Tibebe- MSc in International Business
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Hometown: |
Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
Western University- Bachelor of Science, Nutrition |
| What emoji best represents you? |  |
| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | Swim with dolphins or fly with the birds! |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Kerry Washington |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | I choose the MSc program because of the international focus and opportunity to travel through the Ivey Global Lab. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | I have learned how to think creatively and critically, by applying theories to real life situations through the case study method. |
Pearl Kwan- MSc in Business Analytics
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Hometown: |
North York, Ontario, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
Western University- Bachelors of Science in Financial Modelling and Psychology |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I always have pearl earrings on, that way it’s easier for new friends to remember my name after our initial introduction! |
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| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | I would love to spend my day exploring & eating delicious Italian food along the Amalfi Coast. |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Emma Stone |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? |
When considering graduate programs, Ivey was my first choice and the only school I applied to.I chose the MSc program because of the practical and comprehensive learning experience offered through the Ivey Analytics Lab and Ivey’s Case-Method, in which students remain engaged and learn to think strategically under ambiguous real-life business situations. While Ivey’s reputation for educating well-rounded business leaders initially drew me to the MSc program, the support I’ve received from faculty, career management, alumni and an exceptionally tight network of peers has made this experience truly incredible. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | Being surrounded and continuously challenged by a group of intelligent, motivated and diverse classmates is helping me develop the mix of technical and soft skills required for success. I came here with hopes to leverage the technical knowledge I gained while studying Financial Modelling in my undergrad and combine it with my interests in consumer psychology. I believe Ivey’s focus on professional development is what will truly set me apart as a manager one day |
Priya Balakumar- MSc in International Business
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Hometown: |
Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
Carleton University- Bachelor of International Business, Specialization in Marketing, Trade and Minor in Spanish |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I’ve been to 17 countries and studied in Mexico for a year! |
| What emoji best represents you? |  |
| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | Swim with dolphins and explore the ocean. |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Priyanka Chopra |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | The Ivey MSc in International Business allows me to put my skills to use in real life, with the Ivey Global Lab experience and get the opportunity to travel! |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | Everything is being globalized, in order to survive in this world you must learn to understand and appreciate different cultures, traditions and people. |
Tanmay Rastogi- MSc in International Business
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Hometown: |
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
Western University- Bachelors of Science, Double Major Medical Science and Biology |
| One fun fact about yourself. | I have watched the entire Friends series, 10 times over! |
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| If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? | Hangout on a sandbank. |
| Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? | Aziz Ansari |
| Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? | To develop my leadership skills, gain professional experience through IGL, engage in case methodology curriculum and access the Ivey Alumni. |
| What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? | Continual self-improvement is key for success. |
Tayler Hoffert- MSc in International Business CEMS-MIM
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Hometown: |
Lafleche, Saskatchewan |
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Undergrad School & Program: |
University of Regina – Bachelors of Business Administration, Specialization in Marketing |
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One fun fact about yourself. |
I was a full time milkmaid last summer in rural Australia. |
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If you could do anything for one day, what would it be? |
My perfect day is spent trekking in the mountains before setting up camp, sitting around a campfire, and falling asleep under the stars. |
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Who would you want to play in a movie of your life? |
Margot Robbie. |
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Why did you choose the Ivey MSc Program? |
I chose the Ivey MSc program thanks to Ivey’s excellent reputation and brand name in Canada and also due to their partnership with CEMS, allowing me access to the international job market. |
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What have you learned thus far in the MSc program? |
I think the most valuable thing that I’ve learnt so far in this program is how capable I am. In the past, I’ve always been the most driven person in the room and I’m noticing that it almost limited my goal setting. To come into a program where so many people have these incredible aspirations like to work for the UN or become the CEO of a company, it’s inspiring and I’m excited to see what the future holds and what we’re capable of achieving! |
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