Rachel Simmons

Why did you choose the John Molson School of Business?
I wanted a program that offered flexibility in choosing classes, scheduling and being involved in different activities for part-time students. Since I plan to stay in Montreal for the majority of my career I was also looking for a program that offered strong links with the local business community, and the availability of experiential and community-driven learning opportunities.

Highlights of program:
Definitely participating in the John Molson MBA International Case Competition (as a competitor) - it was an intense week that truly made us realize how much we had learned. It was nice to have our whole program cheering us on, too!

Favourite things about living in Montreal:
The Mount-Royal lookout is a feature of my running routes, and my favourite place to take out-oft owners. I also love the St. Henri neighbourhood, and walking along the Lachine canal in the summer!

Future aspirations:
I would love to stay in healthcare, and consult on the organization and service delivery of many of the community institutions that do front-line healthcare. I am also interested in helping small businesses and NPOs grow and maintain sustainable operations.

Your advice for future students:
Get involved and try out different clubs / committees early on. You can always drop things if your schedule gets too hectic, but it is harder (though not impossible) to get involved in your last year or semester.