Welcome to the UBC Sauder School of Business!

Get ready for an exciting 16 months ahead of you. Between classes, events, and travel experiences, your schedules will be packed with more adventures (and challenges) than you could ever imagine. Your MBA Society has put together this list to help guide you through the start of your journey.

Buckle up your seat-belts and enjoy the ride because before you know it, you’ll be standing on that stage, accepting your MBA degree. So make sure you enjoy every minute of it!

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MBA Society Elections

One of the first experiences you will have as a class is the voting season for the Executive Council and Club Presidents. Here’s a brief low-down of what happens during this season.

Top Things To Do at UBC

Since you’ll be spending a majority of your time at UBC, don’t forget to take some time out and explore our beautiful campus. Here’s a list of the best things to do at UBC!

Class Norms

One of the greatest things about this MBA is diversity! So “normal” isn’t really the objective here. Here are some class norms that will help you thrive in this environment.

Student Deals & Essentials

Life in Vancouver can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be with student discounts! We’ve got you covered, from housing to groceries, to finding the best flight deals!

International Students: On Arrival To-Do List

Coming to a new country can be an overwhelming experience, especially when you don’t know where to start. But we’ve got you covered!

Important Websites

Feeling confused and overwhelmed about where to look for information and announcements? These are the important websites you should bookmark in your browser.

Academics

Let’s get a little academic and learn more about the syllabus and why it’s important to visit regularly!

Top Things To Do in Vancouver

Don’t know where to go or what to do? Look no further! Here’s a list of the best things to do in this beautiful city!

Health & Wellness

Remember to take a break and enjoy the moment because 16 months will pass by faster than you realize. This means finding time to exercise, get some fresh air, and have fun with your classmates!

On-Campus Food

In the first 6 months, you’ll probably be spending most of your time on campus, and we MBAs love to eat! Here’s a lowdown of some of the best places to grab some food, depending on what you’re craving.

Case Studies & Group Work

Talking about assignments and projects, let’s talk Business Strategy Integration, or BSI – one of the most interesting and challenging courses you will encounter in your P1 & P2. Here are some of tips to tackle the course and manage team dynamics.

Handling Deadlines & Assignments

Take a deep breath. This is going to feel overwhelming. There will always be a lot going on and it may take some time to learn how to handle it. But here’s some tips from the second years on how to make it through.

Incoming Student Guide

UBC Sauder MBA Society