RSVP for the Virtual McGill Multiple Mini-Interviews

• The M³I consists of a circuit of between 7 to 10 stations, which can be in any of the following formats: (a) discussion-based (with evaluator present) (b) task-oriented (with or without evaluator present) or (c) controlled scenarios or simulations (with evaluator observing from outside the room). 
• Stations are 7 minutes long, (with the exception of 1 station whose duration is double the length) with the first minute allotted to reading instructions and preparing yourself for the station; the remaining minutes are devoted to the actual station. 
• Stations are designed to evaluate the various abilities and skills that form the basis of the Physicianship curriculum component, which in turn references the CanMeds roles developped by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. The MMIs can at times include themes that may be of a sensitive or personal nature for some candidates. Clinical skills are not tested.
• You will also be invited to a separate session with our Student Ambassadors, Admissions Officers and other faculty and university representatives who will provide information on the curriculum, additional requirements for those who ultimately receive offers, and life at McGill in both Montreal and Gatineau.  
• Preparation for the MMIs. It is unnecessary to pay for expensive training programs. We encourage you to be confident, and be yourself! As with all interviews, you are encouraged to reflect on your skills and strengths.  Consider resources like your university or community career centre to learn more about the MMI format.  You should review the following 
  o Physicianship
  o What we are looking for
  o Can-Meds Roles
• Feedback on your individual performance in MMI stations will not be provided. 

► For 2024, the MMIs are held virtually on Zoom. The date and the block of time(s) you need to reserve for your 2 interview zoom meetings is found on your application checklist in the Applicant Portal. This field will also indicate the language of your interview session.

It is your responsibility to be available for and to attend the interview time for which you have been scheduled. No repeat interview sessions or special accommodations will be arranged. A candidate who does not attend may have his or her application cancelled. The virtual MMI is divided into 2 separate Zoom meetings, with a break in between. The length of each zoom interview session is up to one hour. Please consult your Applicant Portal checklist to view the interview zoom time(s) you need to sign in for each of your 2 interview zoom meetings. The sign-in times are approximately 10 minutes before the start of each of your zoom meeting sessions; you will see the ''waiting room'' screen in Zoom and can verify that your connection is working while you wait. There is no need to click on the link earlier than this. All times are Eastern Standard Time (Montreal time).
 

You will be required to attend a technical check-in session. This is a chance to test your connection or equipment and get comfortable with the expectations for the virtual MMIs.

There are two technical check-in and information sessions organized by members of the Admissions staff and Med-P and MDCM students, you must register for one of these sessions.

• Tuesday April 16: 5:00-7:00pm
• Thursday April 18: 5:00-7:00pm

Read the Technical Requirements and Tips document:  tech_and_tips_for_vmmi_candidates.pdf prior to the technical check-in session.

► All candidates must confirm or decline their interview in the Applicant Portal.

If you are declining the invitation, no further action is required.

TO CONFIRM your attendance, you must complete the following two steps: 

1. TWO PIECES OF PHOTO ID: Create a one-page good quality scan of two 2 valid and current (no more than 5 years old)* pieces of photographic identification, at least one of which includes your signature. Indicate your name, McGill ID number and interview date & time at the top left of the page. Upload the PDF of your photo IDs to the "Photo Identification" [PHID] documentation requirement on your application checklist, via your Applicant Portal account.  Refer to the "Specs for PDF Forms" sidebar on the right for information on creating your PDF. You must have the originals of the same 2 pieces of photo ID with you on your scheduled interview day.  Valid identification includes: 

   • Passport (include signature page) *(no more than 10 years old)
   • Driver's license (Canada or US only)
   • Canadian permanent residency card
   • University or college ID card (Canada or US only)
   • ISIC card (International Student Identity Card)
   • Health care card (Canada only)

2. NON-DISCLOSURE FORM: Download, carefully read and sign the ndac_non-disclosure_form_for_vmmi_candidates.pdf which sets out your obligation to maintain the confidentiality of the interview process.  

3. Scan and upload a copy of your completed confidentiality form to the "Med Non-Disclosure Agreement" [NDAC] documentation requirement on your Applicant Portal. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PROCEED TO INTERVIEW WITHOUT A COMPLETED FORM.

If you have applied to the joint MDCM & PhD program, you will receive information regarding additional interviews with representatives from the Faculty of Medicine Graduate Studies and Research Office under separate cover.

If you have a disability or a medical condition that may affect your ability to undertake the multiple mini- interviews, please refer to our policy on accommodation.  Please note that this includes colourblindness. Your request for accommodation needs to be sent to jenna.laurie [at] mcgill.ca (Jenna Laurie) within 3 days of receiving your invitation to initiate the process. If your interview is within the next 5 business days, you have 24 hours to request an accommodation. Documentation from a healthcare professional or university disability accommodation service will be required.

This is an interview for admission to a professional program, so making a good first impression is key. Accordingly, we invite you to dress comfortably, but neatly.  Please take note the for the Virtual MMIs, that plain earphones/headphones or headsets are permitted. Suggested dress code for participants: a reasonable-length skirt (no mini-skirts) or full-length trousers (no jeans) combined with a top (e.g.: a dress shirt, polo shirt, or sweater set) are considered acceptable. An informal dress with appropriate skirt length is also acceptable, or a collared shirt (such as a dress shirt or polo shirt) with dress/suit pants or trousers.  Blazers or business jackets are optional.  For all, ties are not necessary; no cargo pants, jeans, or sportswear.  No hats or baseball caps.

In short, something professional yet comfortable; where you can make a positive impression.

Please read the tech_and_tips_for_vmmi_candidates.pdf for all details of required computer equipment.

A cell phone can be on hand, only for use as a back-up device in case you have a technical problem. No other electronic devices are permitted.

A pen or pencil and several sheets of scrap paper. No other tools, notes or materials are permitted (virtual or other).

More information on what is and is not permitted during the interview is found in the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDAC).

If there are any urgent matters that need to be communicated on the day of the interviews, email: mmi1.med [at] mcgill.ca with URGENT MMI in the subject line. 

Any urgent matters that our office needs to communicate to candidates on the day of the interview will be done by email.