DeGroote Commerce Society http://degrootecommerce.ca The DCS Sat, 04 May 2013 17:47:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 4 DCS Scholarships – $500 each! http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/04/11/4-dcs-scholarships-500-each/ http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/04/11/4-dcs-scholarships-500-each/#comments Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:54:18 +0000 dcsadmin http://degrootecommerce.ca/?p=1275 The DeGroote Commerce Society is pleased to present the 2013 DCS Scholarships. This year there are four scholarships worth $500.00 each and are to be awarded to four outstanding DeGroote Students.

Description:

The DCS Student Scholarships are presented annually to DeGroote Students who best exemplify leadership and involvement, both within the business school and the community. This can be anything including (but not limited to) participation in a DeGroote club, association, competition, a McMaster club, athletic team or volunteering in the community. The recipient should be an individual who is able to achieve balance between being involved and academics.

Application Requirements:

  1. An application essay explaining why you best exemplify the traits of a qualified recipient (based on the characteristics above) and how you have made a positive contribution to these organizations. The essay is to be no longer than one page, single spaced, 12pt font, Times New Roman.
  2. Your Resume
  3. Your most recent grade report from MUGSI (Full Degree Audit)

To apply, please email your application to Rhea Gadi, VP Academic at vpacademic@degrootecommerce.ca or drop off your application in theDCS office (DSB -131) in a sealed envelope no later than Friday, April 12, 2013 at 4:30pm. Late applications will not be accepted.

Eligibility:

The Scholarships are available to all full-time undergraduate commerce students at the DeGroote School of Business- not including those currently enrolled in an internship placement with the Commerce Internship Program.

]]> http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/04/11/4-dcs-scholarships-500-each/feed/ 0 DCS Media Team is hiring for 2013/2014 http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/28/dcs-media-team-is-hiring-for-20132014/ http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/28/dcs-media-team-is-hiring-for-20132014/#comments Thu, 28 Mar 2013 04:49:36 +0000 dcsadmin http://degrootecommerce.ca/?p=1234 The DCS is hiring for next year’s media team! The media team is in charge of creating and managing all the marketing for the DCS’s events and initiatives throughout the year.
You do not need technical skills to get any of these jobs. If you are willing to learn then you may be suitable for the job. So just because you don’t know how to use Photoshop doesn’t mean you aren’t a good candidate! :)
Email your application and résumé to recruitment@degrootecommerce.ca by Friday, April 5th, 2013 no later than 11:59 pm with your sought position in the subject line.

Media Director
  • Leading advertising projects for DCS events/initiatives (creating designs/themes for events)
  • Posting DCS Weekly Bulletin online
  • Handles and creates all website posts requests (including slideshow)
  • Creates traditional forms of media (posters)
  • Create press releases for DCS event/initiatives (Shared with VP Marketing)
  • Ad hoc projects and responsibilities assigned by VP Marketing and Communications
  • Must attend all weekly meetings

Download Application (Media Director)

Creative Director
  • In charge of experiential marketing campaigns
  • Assisting Media Director in designing advertising projects
  • Recruiting people to assist running any experiential marketing campaigns
  • Increase brand awareness and student engagement through experiential marketing campaigns
  • Ad hoc projects and responsibilities assigned by VP Marketing and Communications
  • Must attend all weekly meetings

Download Application (Creative Director)

Social Media Specialists (x2)
  • Manage Twitter (@DCSatmac)
    • Tracking relevant hashtags (#degroote #mcmaster #dcs, etc.)
    • Track analytics (use bit.ly, wordpress plugins)
    • Reply to @ mentions and DM’s
    • Tweeting content that users find valuable (ask questions, tweet reminders of important school dates, etc.)
  • Manage Facebook
    • Manage DCS page and events
    • Moderate Commerce Class of 2014-2017 groups
    • Creating cover photos for events and groups
    • Creating content to maintain user interaction (ask questions, reminders of important dates)
  • Ad hoc projects and responsibilities assigned by VP Marketing and Communications
  • Must attend all weekly meetings

Download Application (Social Media Specialists)

Photographers/Videographers (2-4)
  • Take photos of DCS events/initiatives and edit photos appropriately and optimize for web viewing
  • Managing live stream and recording of DCS events to increase student engagement (e.g. DCS Presidential debate)
  • Recording and editing videos of DCS events
  • Ad hoc projects and responsibilities assigned by VP Marketing and Communications
  • Must attend all weekly meetings

Download Application (Photographer/Videographer)

]]> http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/28/dcs-media-team-is-hiring-for-20132014/feed/ 0 DCS Committee Hiring 2013/2014 http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/24/dcs-committee-hiring-2013-2014/ http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/24/dcs-committee-hiring-2013-2014/#comments Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:50:21 +0000 dcsadmin http://degrootecommerce.ca/?p=1195 The DCS is hiring people for the following committees and their corresponding positions. To apply to any of the below positions on any of the below committee please fill out this form and then submit your resume and the completed application to recruitment@degrootecommerce.ca by April 3rd at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, or require assistance in finding a committee that would be the right fit for you, please contact recruitment@degrootecommerce.ca or coo@degrootecommerce.ca. We are more than happy to assist.
April-December, summer planning required
Co-chair x2
  • Oversee the executive team and hold frequent meetings
  • Supervise the planning of the AAC conference, and ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Promote clear communication and support to the exec team
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
Marketing Director
  • Create posters and other promotional material to promote the AAC conference
  • Maintain all social media channels including Twitter and Facebook
  • Attend executive meetings during the summer up until the event is held
External Director
  • Speak with clubs, professors, and industry professionals in order coordinate speakers during the AAC conference.
  • Work with the DCS VP Corporate Relations to coordinate sponsorship
  • Attend executive meetings during the summer up until the event is held
Conference Director
  • Plan the format and logistics of the AAC conference
  • Oversee the conference to ensure everything runs smoothly
  • Attend executive meetings during the summer up until the event is held
April-December, summer planning required
Co-chair x2
  • Oversee the executive team and hold frequent meetings
  • Supervise the planning of the DeGroote Business Challenge, and ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Promote clear communication and support to the exec team
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
Marketing Director
  • Create posters and other promotional material to promote the DeGroote Business Challenge
  • Maintain all social media channels including Twitter and Facebook
  • Attend executive meetings during the summer up until the event is held
External Director
  • Organize cases and recruit judges for the competition
  • Work with the DCS VP Corporate Relations to coordinate sponsorship
  • Attend executive meetings during the summer up until the event is held
Competition Director
  • Plan the format and logistics of the DeGroote Business Challenge
  • Oversee the conference to ensure everything runs smoothly
  • Attend executive meetings during the summer up until the event is held
Event is mid-January
Co-chair × 2
  • Responsible for the planning of the Commerce formal
  • Ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Hire volunteers based on needs throughout the year
  • Responsible for ticket sales to Commerce students
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
Event is at the end of March
Co-chair x2
  • Responsible for the planning of the Grad formal
  • Ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Hire volunteers based on needs throughout the year
  • Responsible for ticket sales to Grads
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
DeGroote Publications
Co-chair
  • Responsible to oversee the creation and publication of the DeGroote Magazine and Grad Yearbook
  • Responsibility to ensure resources are being properly allocated between publications
  • Oversee the executive team and hold frequent meetings
  • Responsible for the hiring of support staff (photographers, writers, designers) in September
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
Vice-chair, DeGroote Magazine
  • Responsible to oversee the creation and publication of the DeGroote Magazine
  • Create the outline for the DeGroote Magazine
  • Responsible for assigning tasks to support staff
  • Aid in the hiring of support staff in September
  • Attend all executive meetings
Vice-chair, Grad Yearbook
  • Responsible to oversee the creation and publication of the grad Yearbook
  • Create the outline for the Grad Yearbook
  • Responsible for assigning tasks to support staff
  • Aid in the hiring of support staff in September
  • Attend all executive meetings
DeGroote International
Co-chair x2
  • Responsible to oversee the planning and execution of all DeGroote International events
  • Responsible for coordination of weekly meetings with the exec team
  • Ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Promote clear communication and support to the exec team
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
Marketing Director
  • Create posters and other promotional material to promote DeGroote International Events
  • Maintain all social media channels including Twitter and Facebook
  • Attend all executive meetings
External Director
  • Responsible for reaching out to BizX and international students
  • Work with DCS VP Corporate Relations to coordinate any sponsorship
  • Responsible to facilitate the Buddy Program
  • Attend all executive meetings
DeGroote Impact
Co-chair x2
  • Responsible to oversee the planning and execution of all DeGroote Impact events
  • Responsible for coordination of weekly meetings with the exec team
  • Ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Hire executive team in September
  • Promote clear communication and support to the exec team
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
Soft Skills
Co-chair x2
  • Responsible to oversee the planning and execution of all Soft Skills events
  • Ensure goals are met in a timely manner
  • Hire based on needs throughout the year
  • Promote clear communication with the DCS through status reports and frequent updates
JDCC (Jeux du Commerce Central) Competition 2014 - jdccentral.ca
Team Captains x2
  • Hire executive team, as well as sport, social and academic delegates
  • Attend transition conference to be held in May
  • Organize team uniform
  • Organize transportation / hotel arrangements
  • Plan team dance and video
  • Keep in contact with Guelph organizing committee, relying any information to the team
  • Organize monthly entire delegations meetings
  • Oversee executive team, hold weekly meetings
Vice-President, Charity
  • Organize Groovin’ for Charity Event to be held in October or November
  • Organize weekly volunteer initiatives which delegates can participate in to accumulate volunteer hours
  • Keep track of delegate’s volunteer hours
  • Attend weekly executive meetings beginning in September
Vice-President, Corporate Relations
  • Create a JDC sponsorship package
  • Contact and build relationships with prospective sponsors
  • Attend weekly executive meetings beginning in September
Vice-President, Academic
  • Locate practice cases for academic delegates to use in case practices
  • Oversee weekly academic delegate team meetings/practices
  • Organize monthly mock case practices
  • Contact DeGroote faculty to act as team mentors and judges during mock cases practices
  • Attend weekly executive meetings beginning in September
Vice-President, Marketing
  • Create posters and other promotional material to promote JDC events (hiring, charity events, etc.)
  • Maintain all social media channels including Twitter and Facebook
  • Attend weekly executive meetings beginning in September

->Application Download<-

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DCS Clothing Spring 2013 – Order Form

DCS Clothing Spring 2013 – Lookbook

]]> http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/21/degroote-clothing-on-sale-now-2/feed/ 0 DeGroote Women in Business (DWIB) is hiring their 2013/2014 Executive Team! http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/20/degroote-women-in-business-dwib-is-hiring-their-20132014-executive-team/ http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/20/degroote-women-in-business-dwib-is-hiring-their-20132014-executive-team/#comments Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:49:18 +0000 dcsadmin http://degrootecommerce.ca/?p=1159 DWIB_Logo

Hey Commies!

DeGroote Women in Business (DWIB) is a new commerce club looking for passionate and enthusiastic students who are seeking a way to apply their skills and experience to motivate and empower female business students.

DeGroote Women in Business (DWIB) is hiring their 2013/2014 Executive Team!

The motive of the DeGroote Women in Business is to fully engage, motivate and empower female business students through business education and experience. It is our mission to create a platform where students can openly address issues concerning women in the business world. DWIB will provide mentorship, awareness and opportunities for students to be exposed to different industries and companies through various events.

DeGroote Women in Business Hiring Positions:

VP External Communications

  • Communicate with external parties to ensure all inquires are met
  • Works closely with Co-Presidents, CMO and CFO
  • Will seek financial and non-financial sponsorship for DWIB projects, events and initiatives
  • Pitch projects/events and expand the DWIB network
  • Foster relationships with alumni and act as main agent for communication between DeGroote Commerce Society, McMaster, sponsors and greater community
  • Candidates should be committed, highly-motivated, organized and possess exemplary communication skills
  • Experience in sales is a definite asset, but not required

Media Director

  • Overseas all media related to advertising and marketing initiatives
  • Works closely with CMO
  • Develop and foster social media strategy
  • Establish bi-weekly newsletter in coordination with the DWIB executives
  • Largely responsible for the promotion of events and branding DWIB
  • Candidates should be committed, highly- motivated, organized and creative
  • Knowledge of publishing programs such as Adobe Photoshop and PDF Writer is an asset

Web Developer

  • Candidates should be committed, highly motivated and organized
  • Knowledge of Web design is necessary
  • Develop the initial DWIB website and maintain on an on-going basis
  • Ensure that the website displays the proper and up-to- date information
  • Implementing creative inputs into DWIB website
  • Candidates should be creative, precise and able to develop new techniques

First Year Rep

  • Act as a liaison, communicate and promote DWIB initiatives to first year Commerce students
  • Liaison between first year students and executive team
  • Distribute marketing collateral
  • Candidates should be comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people
  • Must be highly-motivated and innovative

Second Year Rep

  • Act as a liaison, communicate and promote DWIB initiatives to second year Commerce students
  • Liaison between second year students and executive team
  • Distribute marketing collateral
  • Candidates should be comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people
  • Must be highly-motivated and innovative

Third Year Rep

  • Act as a liaison, communicate and promote DWIB initiatives to second year Commerce students
  • Liaison between third year students and executive team
  • Distribute marketing collateral
  • Candidates should be comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people
  • Must be highly-motivated and innovative

To apply for an executive position from the list above, please fill out the attached application form
and send the completed copy, along with your resume to:

degrootewib@gmail.com by Wednesday, March 27, 2013

All the best,

Stephanie Novielli and Setareh Rahimian

Co-Presidents 2013- 2014

-> Download Application Form <-

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The DeGroote International Committee and the McMaster International and Exchange Club (MIX)
are collaborating to bring this terms first Cultural Potluck!

DATE: THIS FRIDAY MARCH 22ND at 6pm
Location: DSB A102
Please RSVP and we hope to see you with your lovely dish!
YUM!

DICxMIX_Email

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Time: 6PM to 1AM
Location: Liuna Station
Price: $75

Get your tables of 10 together now.
Tickets go on sale March 12 in the DSB Lobby.
Transportation will be provided to and from the event.
Pickup is at 5:30 and 6:15 in front of the student centre and 12:30 and 1:00am from Liuna station back to campus.
BRING I.D. BECAUSE IT IS A 19+ EVENT
Contact gradformal@degrootecommerce.ca if you have any questions.
http://www.facebook.com/events/490673397647034/

]]> http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/06/commerce-graduation-formal/feed/ 0 5 Days For the Homeless March 10 – 15 http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/06/5-days-for-the-homeless-march-10-15/ http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/06/5-days-for-the-homeless-march-10-15/#comments Thu, 07 Mar 2013 04:04:46 +0000 dcsadmin http://degrootecommerce.ca/?p=1067 What is it?

The 5 Days for the Homeless campaign is an event that is put on by business schools across Canada, it is designed to help give back to the community surrounding us, particularly to youth shelters. The charity we work with is called the Notre Dame house, it is a youth shelter in downtown Hamilton that offers many services to youth who are currently living on the streets.
http://www.goodshepherdcentres.ca/programs/Youth/notredame_house.htm

Come join the fun!

Sign-up for the different volunteering opportunities online here.
For a list of different volunteer positions, check out the this document or contact degrooteimpact@degrootecommerce.ca

Let us know that you’re coming through facebook: http://www.facebook.com/events/458320820904627/

Our Sleepers

The campaign will consist of 6 DeGroote Students (Ryland Varcoe, Gavin Cook, Chloe Cross,
Riley Booth, Ari Fejzaj, and Max Planques) living in the courtyard of MUSC as if they were
homeless all week.

The Schedule

Opening Ceremonies – Monday March 11th at 10:30AM (DSB Lobby)
Closing Ceremonies – Friday March 15th at 2:30PM (DSB Lobby)
All week: Different activities and events everyday in the MUSC courtyard and DSB, as well as donation routes in Hamilton Mountain, Ancaster and Westdale.

We are excited to see you all week!

Gwynneth Oosting & Emily Danaher
Co-chairs, DeGroote Impact
http://www.facebook.com/5DaysHamilton
http://www.facebook.com/degrooteimpact

]]> http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/06/5-days-for-the-homeless-march-10-15/feed/ 0 Calling all Commies! Greensuits Applications are out! http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/06/calling-all-commies-greensuits-applications-are-out/ http://degrootecommerce.ca/2013/03/06/calling-all-commies-greensuits-applications-are-out/#comments Thu, 07 Mar 2013 03:54:34 +0000 dcsadmin http://degrootecommerce.ca/?p=1042 Greensuits are here

It’s that time of year again. Greensuit Rep Applications are out! We’re looking for the dedicated Commie who wants bring home the cup for DeGroote this year, meet some cool new people, and will jump and shout to prove it!

This year our motto is:  

Go Big or Go Home.

What to do?
  1. Fill out and print the Greensuit application found at the bottom of this post
  2. Make a group of 2-6 people
  3. Sign up for an audition on the DCS office door (DSB 131) in the DeGroote School of Business lobby
  4. Make an amazing audition! Be creative and have fun!
  5. Come to your audition time with your printed application and show us what you got, why you love DeGroote, why you’ll be the best Greensuit and what makes you the best Greensuit for 2013-2014!
Audition/Interview Times! (30 min audition & interview)
Signup at the DCS Office (DSB Room 131)

Thursday, March 14th 7:30pm – 10:30pm
Saturday, March 16th 10am – 4pm
Tuesday, March 19th 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Thursday, March 21st 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Remember! Welcome Week is a full week commitment and we have to bring the noise, the fun, and all the points for the cup for our incoming first years!

FAQ

What do I do for my audition?

Anything! Most people do some sort of skit. Do whatever you want just as long as it shows us that you are a passionate commie on the inside and want incoming first years to have the time of their life at DeGroote!

How long should my act/skit be?

It’s probably best to keep it 5 to 15 minutes long. A longer skit doesn’t make it better! Remember it’s all about showing your passion and energy! The rest of the interview will be us asking you questions!

Any other questions? Email welcomeweek@degrootecommerce.ca
- Your Greensuit Team


->Download Greensuit Application<-

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Location: That’s for you to find out
$ 15 (includes transportation and cover)

***** 19+ EVENT*****
Mystery Road Bus is finally here. It is this Saturday and we are meeting in the DeGroote lobby for 8 pm to fill out proper forms and the bus is coming shortly after. We are leaving at 8:30 pm the latest. Tickets will be sold Tuesday-Friday in the DCS office from 10:30 till 3:30. It will cost $15 and that includes transportation and cover. We will be leaving the place at 1:30 am back to McMaster.

If any one has any questions, please contact Kyra at fourthyear@degrootecommerce.ca. She’s excited and so should all of you. There are only 56 seats available in total and as of noon today, 29 tickets have been sold. So get your tickets early, reserve your spot in the DCS Office now.

DRESS CODE: It is casual and everyone should wear jeans and a nice shirt
http://www.facebook.com/events/354717844637544/

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