REFERENCE LETTER REQUEST
Required ONLY for referees from Alberta
ATTENTION REFEREE:
 KEEP this REFERENCE LETTER REQUEST FORM as confirmation of the request for a reference.
 Do NOT return this form to the student or send it to the graduate program to which the student is
applying.
 Mail the attached REFERENCE according to the instructions on the first page of the Reference form.
I,
request that
(name of student)
write a reference
(name of referee)
or respond to a reference check on my behalf.
I understand that in order to write the reference or provide a verbal reference,
will need to comment on grades and personal characteristics
(name of referee)
relating to my academic performance and/or employment history.
I agree to the disclosure of my personal information:
Only to the following institutions or potential employers:
1.
Please note that this form does not authorize
a university or any other institution to
provide the referee with information about
the student record beyond that which is part
of the public record. The applicant must
provide the referee with a program summary
or transcript if comments regarding overall
performance, e.g., ranking or grade point
average, are to be included in the reference.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
To all requests for references
This information is collected under the authority of and in response to the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy (FOIP) Act. It is required to respond to the request. If you have any questions about the collection or use of
this information, contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies FOIP Advisor, telephone (403) 220-5417.
This consent will be effective for one year past the signature date.
Date
Student Signature
If this form is not signed and attached to the Reference form, a referee from Alberta will not provide a reference.
1 June 2007
The Haskayne MBA
Haskayne School of Business
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
Canada
APPRAISAL
Name of Applicant:
Address:
To the Appraiser:
The person whose name appears above is applying to The Haskayne MBA Program at the University of
Calgary. We are interested in your assessment of this person. Please complete the section below and the
other appropriate sections on this form. Your own letterhead may be used if you need additional space.
This information is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). It
is required to evaluate the applicant for admission to The Haskayne MBA program and for scholarship
purposes. If a formal access request is filed, this appraisal, or portions of this appraisal, can become
available to the applicant. Questions about the collection and use of this information may be directed to
the FOIP Advisor, Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary, telephone (403) 220-3808.
Please return this form and any attachments directly to The Haskayne MBA Program in a sealed
envelope with your original signature across the seal of the envelope. We are not able to accept
faxed copies or e-mailed attachments as official appraisals.
Thank you for your time and assistance.
The following section must be completed by the Appraiser:
Name of Appraiser:
Position:
Organization:
Address:
Telephone:
E-mail address:
Signature:
Date:
Appraisal for MBA Program, Haskayne School of Business
1 June 2007
Page Two of Four
Name of Applicant:
This section to be completed by all Appraisers:
1.
How long have you know the applicant?
2.
In what capacity have you known the applicant?
3.
Please evaluate the applicant in comparison to others in an appropriate peer group.
Characteristics of Rating
Outstanding
years.
Very Good
Good
Average
Unable to Judge
Intellectual Ability
Organizational Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Written Communication Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Analytical Thinking Skills
Time Management Skills
Leadership Potential
Creativity
Initiative
Judgement
Skill at Research
Background Preparation
Industry
Ability to Synthesize Ideas
Ability to Discuss Critically
Ability to Express Ideas Clearly
4.
What is your recommendation regarding the applicant’s admission to The Haskayne MBA
program?
Highly recommended
Recommended
Not recommended
Appraisal for MBA Program, Haskayne School of Business
1 June 2007
Page Three of Four
Name of Applicant:
This section to be completed by Professional Appraisers only:
1.
What are the applicant’s primary professional strengths and weaknesses?
2.
Does he/she work effectively in groups, perform well under stress and accept constructive
criticism?
3.
Please comment on the applicant’s managerial skills and his/her potential to become an excellent
manager.
Appraisal for MBA Program, Haskayne School of Business
1 June 2007
Page Four of Four
Name of Applicant:
This section to be completed by Academic Appraisers only:
Please note that applicants who have been out of university for two years or longer are not required to get
academic appraisals.
1.
Please comment on the applicant’s academic ability, i.e., general knowledge, background
preparation, etc.
2.
Please evaluate the applicant’s potential for originality and skill at research.
3.
Does the applicant’s academic transcript reflect his/her ability?
4.
Please comment on the applicant’s ability to work independently and complete projects in a timely
manner.
Appraisal for MBA Program, Haskayne School of Business
1 June 2007