What is the Peer Program all about?
The volunteer Career Management Peer Program offers a unique opportunity for BCom students to get involved in the Faculty of Management and to help fellow students learn about Career Management at Desautels and the various resources we have available. Peer Advisors are selected prior to the fall term and then follow an interactive training program.
The Career Management Peer Advisors are BACK for the 2024-2025 academic year! The Peer Advisors strive to provide a service that is helpful, insightful, and beneficial for your career preparation and future success.
Current BCom U0 and U1 students, meet with a Peer Advisor to:
- Chat with a fellow upper year student about life at Desautels, guidance based on their own extracurricular involvement, their internship experience, and more!
- Strengthen your resume content
How do you sign up to meet a Peer Advisor?
- Fill out this form to request a meeting with a Peer Advisor (Starts in early September) Peer Advisor meeting request form
- Please be advised that during school breaks (such as Reading Week, Winter Break), our team of Peer Advisors are not on duty.
- If you are having difficulty booking, please contact peeradvisor.mgmt [at] mcgill.ca
- Please note that we do not give advice on course selection, degree requirements, application for exchanges - for these and other academic topics, please contact the student affairs office at bcom.mgmt [at] mcgill.ca
For more information on the Peer Program, please contact the Peer Program Manager Julia Riscaldino by email.
Meet our 2024-2025 Peer Advisors
Alexandra
Lead Peer Advisor
Year: U3
Area of Study: Strategic management | Concentration: Finance
McGill Involvement: McGill Real Estate Club | McGill Sports Management Club | Former McGill Varsity Athlete | The Women's Network
Chat with me about…
- Overcoming the initial hurdles as a Desautels student. I understand the pressures, the workload, and the various choices you have to make as a management student. I can share what worked for me to help you understand different perspectives and make informed decisions.
- Conquering networking anxiety. Engaging with business professionals can be daunting, but I've acquired strategies to navigate such occasions with ease.
- Exchange! Last year, I went to Dublin on an exchange and had an amazing experience. I’d be happy to share tips on picking a school based on you priorities, traveling, and meeting students abroad.
Natalie
Year: U2
Area of Study: Business Analytics
McGill Involvement: Case League
Chat with me about…
- Navigating the changes and stress of starting university! I can share tips on managing your time, studying effectively, and provide information about helpful resources on campus. Let's make this transition as smooth and successful as possible!
- Getting involved in research on campus! There are so many exciting opportunities to explore your interests, gain valuable experience, and contribute to interesting projects. I'm here to help you navigate the process and am happy to share how I’ve gotten involved.
- Studying Business Analytics and Data Science. I can share tips on how to go above and beyond as a non-STEM student when seeking an extremely technical role or graduate program. Let's explore how you can leverage your unique background to stand out.
- Baking and cooking. Always looking for good new recipes!
Kayla
Year: U4
Area of Study: Marketing | Concentration: Entrepreneurship
McGill Involvement: Outgoing McGill Marketing | DMCC | FIT | SACOMMS
Chat with me about…
- Gaining career experience for interviews without internship experience
- How to involve yourself and meet new people in the McGill community
- Creative writing. I am involved in not only the academic extracurriculars but also the social events at McGill
Julia
Year: U3
Area of Study: Accounting
McGill Involvement: Suits U Montreal | Fashion Revolution
Chat with me about…
- Developing efficient study habits. I’ve tried many study techniques over my time at McGill and I would love to share my tips.
- Majoring in accounting. I can share my insight on the accounting program at McGill and navigating internships in the field. I’m happy to answer your questions!
- Electives. I’ve taken my fair share of them and can give tips if you’re choosing which classes to take to balance your schedule and provide recommendations of classes I enjoyed.
Aiwei
Year: U3
Area of Study: Honors In Investment Management
McGill Involvement: McGill Bankers in Association | Consulting Academy McGill
Chat with me about…
- Life in a securities company. I've worked as a sales & trade and wealth management analyst and would love to share my experience
- How to network with professionals in the industry that you are interested in
- The NBA. Talk to me if you love basketball, I am a big fan of the Lakers!
Heidi
Year: U3
Area of Study: Strategic management | Concentration: Finance
McGill Involvement: Case league | DWIB | MSBN consultant | Suits U | MUS VP Competitions executive assistant
Chat with me about…
- Finding your place Desautels. Whether it be navigating courses, extracurricular involvement, or life as a university student, I can provide you with personal insight on how to thrive in the community.
- Networking and internships. Navigating a career path can be daunting. I have plenty of experience with networking, changing paths, and landing internships. Let’s brainstorm how you can navigate these daunting tasks.
- Exchange! A once in a lifetime experience that I believe everyone should explore. Just having completed my exchange semester at University College Dublin I can give you advice about the application process and how to have the best experience abroad.
Maxwell
Year: U3
Area of Study: Finance | Minor: Psychology
McGill Involvement: FIT | McGill Real Estate Club | 4à7 Staff | Tamid Consulting and Investment Fund
Chat with me about…
- Where to make your best connections & grow your network at McGill.
- Navigating through the millions of resources at Desautels to start getting involved
- Configuring your schedule, editing your resume, and introducing you to important school events
- Anything involving the NHL
Ian
Year: U3
Area of Study: Finance major, Italian minor
McGill Involvement: McGill Investment Club member.
Chat with me about…
- Staying on top of tasks and life at McGill. It can be very overwhelming at times especially given how much goes on at the university, however, I can provide as much support and guidance in order to navigate life as a university student.
- Resume building. Moreover, how to network and become more involved in the university both academically and socially.
- Travelling around the world. I’ve lived in 5 different countries so I am more than happy to share my experience as an international student. I am also a big sports fan so if anything sports related you know where to find me.
Sandy
Year: U3
Area of Study: Statistics | Concentration: Finance
Chat with me about…
- Exchange abroad experience. I had an incredible time and learned a lot while studying various math and elective courses at the National University of Singapore. My travels around Asia also provided invaluable experiences.
- Statistics course selection. As a major in Statistics, I have extensive experience and insights into choosing the right courses for different career paths
- CFA exam preparation. I am currently preparing for the CFA exam. If you’re interested in finance and want to learn more about the CFA, feel free to reach out and discuss study strategies, exam tips, and more."
Katharine
Year: U3
Area of Study: Accounting major, History minor
McGill Involvement: The Bull & Bear
Chat with me about…
- Managing stress and feeling overwhelmed. We've all been through the challenges that come with starting university, and I can give advice on what has helped me!
- Finding internships and preparing for interviews, specifically in Accounting.
- Exploring beyond Desautels. It may seem daunting to take courses outside the business faculty, but McGill offers so many amazing classes. I'm happy to talk about my experience with arts courses and completing a non-business minor.
Tasmia
Year: U3
Area of Study: Finance and Entrepreneurship
Chat with me about…
- Finding community at Desautels - I can provide you with insight on how to navigate your interests and understand where you'd best fit in
- Going on exchange!! I studied abroad last semester in Madrid and can't recommend it enough.
- Choosing interesting electives - I have taken my fair share of electives and can help you navigate choosing ones that suit your interests
Molka
Year: U4
Area of Study: Marketing major, Strategic Management & Retail Management concentrations
McGill Involvement: AIESEC, MUSTBUS, VDABI (Desautels African Business Initiative), DMCC
Chat with me about…
- Balancing life, studies, and mental health. I can share what’s helped me stay on top of my studies while making time for self-care and avoiding burnout.
- Stepping out of your comfort zone. Getting involved in new activities and meeting people can be intimidating, especially if you’re shy like I was when I first started at McGill. I’ve learned a lot about how to push past those initial fears, and I’d love to share what worked for me
Kate
Year: U2
Area of Study: Finance and International Business
McGill Involvement: Suits U, Real Estate Club, McGill Green Week
Chat with me about…
- Networking and internships. I would love to share my tips for talking with people in the industry and ultimately landing an internship as this task can be very daunting.
- Developing study habits. I have tried so many different tricks for studying and I have found what works for mee. Talk to me about how to study most efficiently to nail your exams.
- Managing stress. The program can definitely feel overwhelming and challenging, but there are strategies and advice that I have received to help mitigate this. Let’s chat about how to manage school stress/anxiety!
Philippine
Year: U3
Area of Study: Finance, Strategic Management, and Retail Management
McGill Involvement: DMCC, HR Jeux du Commerce, Contract Happening Marketing, 4a7 Staff
Chat with me about…
- Balancing Work, involvement, and social Life. It can be challenging to prioritize between these three, but they’re all so important to your experience at Desautels. I’d love to share some tips and tricks that have worked for me
- Case Competitions at McGill. As a member of the Desautels Management Competitions Committee, I'm excited to talk about the different national case competitions and how they can leverage your skills while allowing you to meet amazing people.
- Applying to Consumer Goods Companies. While finance and consulting are popular topics at Desautels, there’s less discussion about careers in consumer goods. I’d love to share my experience and offer tips on how to prepare for applications and interviews in this field.
Sophie
Year: U4
Area of Study: International Management major, Psychology minor
McGill Involvement: Case League, McGill Investment Club, McGill CSSA, MSBN, MBIA, ABA, Tamid McGill
Chat with me about…
- Getting involved in student clubs and activities. There are plenty of exciting opportunities to get involved both inside and outside of Desautels. I’m happy to share my experience and help you navigate the process.
- Majoring in International Management. I can share my insights on the program curriculum and internship opportunities for IM students.
- Exchange! Last year, I went to Shanghai as an exchange student. I can give you advice on maximizing your exchange experience.
