McGill Case Competition Association
Working with universities around the world, building and hosting world class case competitions, and encouraging graduate students to enroll and participate.
McGill Business Consulting Group
MBCG partners in the success of the Montreal business community and helps firms of all sizes achieve their goals.
Clubs and activities
McGill's graduate students maintain an active and enriching series of extracurricular activities. Beyond the classroom experience you will have an incomparable opportunity to meet new people, develop your talents, and learn new skills.
You can gain important hands-on experience through our student-run professional consulting groups, or by helping coordinate conferences organized by McGill graduate students.
Whether it’s intramural teams or a sporting activity with varsity players, the McGill graduate student sports teams provide ideal opportunities to get involved, regardless of experience level.
For information on any of these clubs, please contact:
Desautels Graduate Student Society
Wellness | Professional | Diversity | Lifestyle
Wellness
Desautels Graduate Health and Wellness Committee
The Desautels Graduate Health and Wellness Committee is a student run committee with a mission to destigmatize the conversation on mental health and promote physical and mental wellbeing. It aims to provide a platform to discuss health and wellness of the student body at Desautels and host events to equip students with skills to lead healthy lives at Desautels and beyond.
This committee is on hiatus for the current academic year. If you have any initiatives that you feel would contribute to its mission, reach out to the DGSS team.
Contact: info [at] dgss.ca
Professional
Desautels Graduate Business Technology Club (DBTC)
The Desautels Graduate Business Technology Club is a vibrant student community with the mission of sharing our passion for technology by educating students about the latest technology trends and skills, connecting students with alumni and facilitating recruiting opportunities with hiring managers. We strive to achieve our goals through speaker events, career treks, workshops and networking sessions. We seek to attract students with a wide array of interests as there is a variety of career options for those with non-technical backgrounds in business and technology.
Contact: dbtc [at] dgss.ca
Desautels Graduate Consulting Club (DGCC)
Founded in 1999, the DGCC is a student-run organization dedicated to helping McGill Management community understand consulting, prepare for a successful career, and connect with professionals.
Contact: dgcc [at] dgss.ca
Desautels Graduate Finance Club (DGFC)
The Desautels Graduate Finance Club aspires to educate its members in the various aspects of the finance field whilst supporting their career preparation and increasing their marketability to employers. We aim to accomplish this by establishing an interactive and social environment, in which members are provided the opportunity to develop new skills and enhance their network of industry contacts.
Contact: dgfc [at] dgss.ca
Learn more about DGFC
Desautels Graduate Marketing Club (DGMC)
Our mission is to make the club the most valuable platform for students and alumni interested in making a career in the marketing industry. We aim to provide students with resources to gain the marketing know-how and continuous practical engagements to hone their skills. We create opportunities to spark conversations with current students, alumni and faculty to gain clarity on the world of marketing be it current trends, various marketing roles or simply networking. And finally, we aim to foster a community feeling between all our members always providing support, guidance and direction.
Contact: dgmc [at] dgss.ca
Desautels Graduate Entrepreneurship Club (DGEC)
Building a strong network is crucial in entrepreneurship. The club helps connect members with alumni, local entrepreneurs, and industry professionals. Through workshops, seminars, and guest lectures featuring successful entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts, DGEC aims to educate about various aspects of entrepreneurship, including business planning, fundraising, marketing strategies, and legal considerations. Its mission is to empower aspiring entrepreneurs through education, experience, and networking opportunities.
Contact: dgec [at] dgss.ca
Desautels Graduate Women’s Association (DGWA)
The DGWA's mission is to maximize the professional development of female students and alumni of the McGill graduate programs through strategic engagement with the McGill community and broader Montreal networks. We enable networking opportunities, celebrate successful women in business and facilitate interactions with influential people.
Contact: dgwa [at] dgss.ca
Net Impact - McGill Chapter
Net Impact is a network of more than 11,000 new-generation leaders committed to using the power of business to improve the world. It is also one of the most innovative and influential networks of graduate students and young professionals in existence today. Net Impact McGill Chapter offers an opportunity for members to broaden their business education and exposure to socially responsible organizations, refine their leadership skills through participation in socially responsible activities that give back to the community, and, of course, build their network.
Contact: netimpact [at] dgss.ca
Diversity
Desautels Graduate LGBTQ+ Association (DGLA)
The Desautels Graduate LGBTQ+ Association is an organization open to all students with an interest in creating more inclusive experiences in the Desautels community and in their future professional settings. Our purpose is to raise awareness of the issues members of the LGBTQ+ community face and how allies can help create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. Through events, speakers, and participation in external activities, we work to build relationships and collaborations with other student associations at McGill University, corporate allies and wider LGBTQ+ community in Montreal.
Contact: dgla [at] dgss.ca
One World One Culture Committee
Our committee is dedicated towards embracing and celebrating cultures from across the globe through cross-cultural activities. Get a chance to share experiences with alumni, students and faculty regarding cultural differences, adapting mechanism and do’s & don’ts to excel in the new environment.
This committee is on hiatus for the current academic year. If you have any initiatives that you feel would contribute to its mission, reach out to the DGSS team.
Contact: info [at] dgss.ca
Lifestyle
Desautels Lifestyle Committee
Our lifestyle committee at Desautels is an inclusive organization dedicated to promoting a healthy, active, and socially engaging lifestyle among its graduate student community. Its mission is to encourage physical activity, foster team spirit, and build interpersonal relationships through various sports and recreational activities. The committee serves as a vital platform for graduate students to engage in physical activities, enjoy their favorite sports, and connect with others in a supportive and fun environment.
Contact: lifestyle [at] dgss.ca
McGill in the Community
As a McGill student, you can change the world or one part of it. There are numerous ways to get involved in improving our local and global communities. McGill students are actively involved in existing charitable causes that help children, adults and the environment here in Montreal and all around the world.
If you are a student and need wellness support, please contact Keep.me safe. It is available 24/7/365 in over 60 languages. It gives you free, immediate and ongoing access to licensed counsellors through telephone, mobile chat, and videoconferencing—even for those currently outside of Quebec.
