
GBC Executive Elections 2026-2027
Step into the spotlight of leadership and make a difference in our student community—nominate yourself for the upcoming student government elections. Seize this opportunity to be the voice of your peers and bring about the change you wish to see!
Available Roles and High Level Responsibilities
President
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Oversees the activities of the GBC Executive and all Council members
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Ensures the sustainability of the Graduate Business Council
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Establishes projects aimed to enrich the student experience and to continue to adapt the Council to meet students’ needs
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Acts as liaison between the Faculty/Administration and the Council
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Liaises with Schulich’s Launch Week Organizing Committee
Vice-President and Academic Affairs
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Acts as Academic Liaison between students and the faculty: specifically, working closely with the Associate Dean of Academics
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Identifies academic issues of students and communicates these to faculty, to support students and attempt to resolve issues
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Works to manage and better the internal processes and day-to-day operations of the GBC
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Selects the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) to oversee GBC elections
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Sits on the Student Affairs Committee, Faculty Council and acts as student representatives in faculty forums
Student Affairs & International Relations Director
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Supports international students and facilitates the integration of international students into the local community
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Liaises with Student Services and International Relations and/or the CDC to organize pre-Launch Week welcome event(s) for international students
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Organizes the GBC Buddy Program and Culture Crawl
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Understands and communicates the needs of all Schulich Masters students to the GBC
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Allocates club grants from the GBC’s budget
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Oversees GBC affiliated club affairs and coordinates approval process for their events
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Provides feedback on behalf of students
Finance Director
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Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the financial record of the GBC.
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Coordinates the preparation of the annual budget for incoming council based on projected portfolio budgets
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Prepares and maintains the accounting records of the GBC
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Prepares official reports on a monthly and annual basis
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Monitors cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions
