Welcome to all Desautels (McGill University) full time MBA applicants! Use this platform to know each-other, build network, exchange ideas/information, discuss application strategies, share interview /school visit experiences, and boost one-another's morale to face the tough admission process.

Good luck to you all!





Desautels reviews on GMAT Club

Link to GMATClub's Application Tracker: https://gmatclub.com/forum/desautels-mc ... acker.html

Desautels MBA Deadlines
	Application Deadline	Decision Date
R1	Nov 1, 17	Rolling
R2	Jan 15, 18	Rolling
R3*	Mar 15, 18	Rolling
R4	May 1, 18	Rolling

I am a current MBA year 2 student at Desautels and would be happy to assist if you have any queries/clarifications. Please note that the opinions, ideas, thoughts expressed by me here are not official in any way and should not be linked back to Desautels Faculty. I am here just on my own to see if I can be useful to prospective students. Good luck!

If you need any official answers, please ask the admissions team here: https://gmatclub.com/forum/ask-about-mc ... 34790.html

Best Regards,
Vijay

Hi Vijay,

Thanks for the post, do you know when is the deadline for First round of 2018 Intake? I checked their website but could not find anything related to 2018.

It's normally around the same deadline as the previous year. I guess you can safely assume it to be 1st or second of November. The website has not been updated as the admissions cycle has not been opened yet. It should be updated in August.

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Thanks Vijay

Hi once again vijay,

Can you share your experience at Desautels? how is faculty members? job opportunities after graduation and housing stuff?

thanks

I wrote a review last month. I'm sure it answers most of the questions you've asked.
https://gmatclub.com/reviews/comments/d ... -345353866
Would be happy to answer if you have any specific questions after reading this.

Best Regards,
Vijay G

thanks vijay, it is really helpful.

Hello, everyone, I'm planning to apply for the class of 2020, however, i'm afraid that my GMAT scores are not stellar. So my question is; what's an acceptable GMAT score in order to get admitted, and what was your overall experience in the admissions process?

Thanks!

Also: I'm taking the GRE test since I am submitting an application for another master program, would you recommend me to use the GRE scores instead of the GMAT?
I am an international student taking TOEFL, but the only one administered here in my city is the Paper Based TOEFL (ITP), does McGill accept this version?

Thanks again.

Nationality: Indian

Age:29

GMAT:620

Undergrad: BE(Computer Engineering,PICT, University of Pune)
Post Grad: MBA(Marketing, Welingkar, Mumbai)

Work Exp: 3+(Working as an Assistant retail manager with Landmark Group in Dubai, campus placement)

I founded dotcom startup after engg. Worked with it for couple of years as BDO before I wound up. Active participation in theatrical activities during my grad days. I along with some my engg alumni started theater organization which still exists.

Do I hold any chance? I agree with the fact that my GMAT is on lower side. Considering the option of retaking the GMAT.

Thank you VijayG6387 for creating this thread for Desautels applicants. I've added deadlines and other stats in the first post.

Good luck to all!
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Hello, there.

You will pretty much have to retake GMAT and preferably score over 700. Your work experience is short compared to your age so I'd recommend coming up with a clear story on why in your essay.

However, since you already have your MBA, I don't know whether other programs will accept you. I'd recommend looking into admission requirements. Normally, MBA programs will not accept you if you already have an MBA from elsewhere.

Good luck.

Hi VijayG6387,

Can you please add essay questions too? I downloaded these (attached below) from Desautel's website.

Thanks,

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Straight from the horse's mouth:

Our essays will remain the same this year, which is why they appear under 2016. You can download this file and start preparing their answers.

Here is a snapshot of Class Profile (Class of 2019):

Total number: 65 students
Percentage of women: 47%
Number of countries : 20
Average GMAT score: 680
Average GPA: 3.3 / 4.0

Hi Vijay, I am planning to apply for McGill, wished to know how important is the knowledge of French language for a. Networking b. Internship/Post MBA jobs. Is it a good a to have or a mandate to land a job in Montreal region, speaking from the perspective of tech-consulting.

Thanks
--Ajay

I wrote a review two months ago. I'm sure it answers most of the questions you've asked.
https://gmatclub.com/reviews/comments/d ... -345353866
Would be happy to answer if you have any specific questions after reading this.

Best Regards,
Vijay G

i have submitted my application with all required documents to McGill ..can anyone tell how much time the Adcom take to respond to give a admission decision or an interview call ??

They can take anytime between 3-5 weeks. But you should start preparing for the interviews even before you get a call.