Quick info:
- Pronouns: Her/She
- Class of 2024
- Previous education:
- University of Toronto, Honours Bachelor of Science (with High Distinction), Applied Statistics Specialist & Economics Major, 2019-2023
Why did you decide to join the Master of Management Analytics program?
I decided to join the MMA program for several reasons:
- MMA's sterling reputation as a world-class program renowned for its commitment to academic excellence & career outreach greatly appealed to me.
- MMA's practicum would afford me the invaluable opportunity to engage in the practical application of my skills by addressing real-world industry challenges, thereby honing my abilities and contributing meaningfully to the resolution of complex business problems.
- I've been at UofT for 4 years and this campus is my comfort zone. Among all the UofT master programs, I would say MMA's career support is top tier.
Top Reason(s) for choosing Rotman:
I chose Rotman due to the following 3 reasons:
- The schools's international reputation, enabling me to potentially engage in professional work beyond the boundaries of Canada.
- Rotman has extensive alumni network globally & commitment to career support, opening up more doors in terms of career possibilities.
- Rotman has a vibrant community which boasts a set of diverse backgrounds, creating an inclusive environment that resonates with a sense of familiarity for individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
What are you looking forward to the most in the program?
- Receiving professional career advice & services, e.g. job search techniques, strategies for coffee chats, how to prepare for technical interviews.
- Enhancing my technical model building techniques based on my previous statistical knowledge & quantitive skills.
What do you expect to gain in your next 11 months at Rotman?
- A holistic view of my career path in the next 3-5 years.
- Strong technical skills to fit in a role like data scientist or risk modelling.
- Life-long friends from beyond this year's cohort.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yyx-maggie/
The Master of Management Analytics is designed to give students the advanced data management, analytics, and communication skills needed to become an analytics professional.