��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management - MBA News

MBA alumna to lead Ottawa International Airport Authority

��SM�� — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 21:13:34 +0000

Susan Margles (BA��88, MBA��91) has been appointed President and CEO of the Ottawa International Airport Authority. Like other airports, Ottawa��s suffered during the pandemic, but it��s bouncing back with major infrastructure projects, like a new hotel and a connection to the city��s light rail transit system. Margles joins the Airport Authority after nearly two decades at Canada Post, where she��amongst other roles��served as chief people and safety officer and was responsible for human resources, labour relations and government affairs.

��SM�� Desautels MBA ranked #26 globally most sustainable by Corporate Knights

��SM�� — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:58:53 +0000

The ��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA is ranked 26^th globally by the prestigious Corporate Knights Better World MBA ranking, proving again to be a leader in sustainability development and corporate social responsibility through teaching and learning methodologies. The Better World ranking, this year evaluating 174 MBAs and spanning 14 countries, is based on the proportion of core courses that integrate relevant sustainable development themes.

Two ��SM�� Desautels graduates named to 2024 MBAs to Watch by Poets & Quants

��SM�� — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:54:22 +0000

Poets & Quants has named its MBAs to Watch list for 2024, and two Desautels graduates have made the cut! The magazine and website asks business schools to nominate some of their top students for consideration for the list, and from those nominations, 126 students have been selected as MBAs to Watch. They represent many of the world��s top universities, and MBAs to Watch have often gone on to careers at top consulting firms. This year we celebrate Anna Schniepp and Omar Ba Mashmos for being selected!

Kanuk adapts jackets to milder winters, eyes international markets

��SM�� — Tue, 21 May 2024 17:20:46 +0000

Kanuk jackets are made for Quebec winters��but Quebec winters aren��t as cold as they used to be. Bertrand Cesvet (BA��86, MBA��88) wants to make Kanuk jackets more versatile. Cesvet led a group of investors who recently bought the Montreal winter wear company from Champlain Financial, a private equity group. Cesvet shares with La Presse the company��s plans to sell jackets that are more suited to temperature fluctuation, making its products more appropriate for markets where it plans to expand, such as the United States.

Saloua Benkhouya to lead Women in Finance Association in Quebec (AFFQ)

��SM�� — Thu, 09 May 2024 16:48:50 +0000

Saloua Benkhouya (BSc��04, MBA��11) has been elected as President of the Board of Directors of the Women in Finance Association in Quebec (AFFQ), an organization dedicated to women in the financial services sector. Benkhouya has been an active member of AFFQ since 2016, previously serving as secretary and a member of the audit and risk management committee.

Meet MBA Camila Sabogal one of Poets and Quants' 2024 Best & Brightest

��SM�� — Thu, 09 May 2024 16:46:49 +0000

Camila Sabogal Cuadros (MBA '24) has been recognized as one of Poets and Quants' 2024 Best & Brightest MBAs. Hailing from Lima, Peru, Sabogal has demonstrated exceptional leadership as the 2023 President of the Desautels Graduate Women��s Association (DGWA) and as a Senior Strategy Consultant at Monitor Deloitte post-graduation.

Two students join ��SM�� Desautels as 2024 McCall MacBain Scholars

��SM�� — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:27:38 +0000

��SM��'s McCall MacBain Scholarships has announced its fourth cohort of recipients, beneficiaries of a landmark $200 million gift made in 2019 by ��SM��s 20th Chancellor John McCall MacBain and his wife Marcy. This year��s scholarships will enable 30 students to pursue a funded master��s or professional degree at ��SM�� while participating in mentorship, coaching, and a leadership development program.

Desautels MBA grad named one of 100 people who transformed Africa in 2023

��SM�� — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:28:48 +0000

After completing his studies at ��SM��, Jeremy Awori (MBA��90) worked briefly in the financial services sector in Canada before becoming head of retail banking for the Standard Chartered Bank of Kenya at just 28 years old. Today, he is director general of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, a pan-African banking conglomerate with operations in 33 countries. This year, Financial Afrik named Awori one of 100 people who are transforming Africa.

MBA students should try and avoid FOMO, recent graduate advises

��SM�� — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 19:25:56 +0000

For high-achieving MBA students, the allure of pursuing multiple paths can be strong. However, Kriti Pradhan (MBA��23), now a senior consultant at KPMG Canada, cautions against succumbing to the temptation of trying to do it all. Pradhan advises her peers to steer clear of developing a fear of missing out. "Many students initially enter with a singular vision, such as a career in finance," Pradhan notes in an interview with FT MBA Magazine.

A ��SM�� MBA alumnus is integrating the latest technology into supply chain management

��SM�� — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:49:07 +0000

Bachir Sentissi (MBA��98) wants to make it easier to access the Internet of Things (IoT). After completing his MBA, Sentissi worked with Canadian National Railway, and became interested in how organizations collect and process information. His work with CN served as a springboard to return to Morocco to work with the Tanger Med Port Authority, and in 2011, he launched a startup called Oritech, which uses radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to trace shipments in supply chains. Then, in 2021, Sentissi co-founded another company called Teraflow.

Economic uncertainty will continue in 2024, and businesses can benefit by planning for it

��SM�� — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:47:39 +0000

Last year was one of economic uncertainty �C and a challenging year for many small businesses. Despite this, small business owners demonstrated remarkable resilience, ingenuity and leadership, and looked for ways to turn obstacles into new opportunities, writes Don Ludlow (MBA��01) in CanadianSME Business Magazine.

Asking the right questions can help leaders understand their business

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:36:19 +0000

After working in investment banking in Amsterdam, New York and Tokyo, Sarab Hans (MBA��00) returned to Canada to take the reins of the family business. Mississauga-based Hans Dairy specializes in South Asian dairy products, but Hans didn��t have experience in dairy food and beverage production and needed to learn about the manufacturing process. ��Sometimes, when we come into a position where we��re expected to be a leader, we feel like we need to show we know everything,�� Hans says in interview with Food in Canada.

��SM�� Desautels alum sheds light on inequities faced by women entrepreneurs

��SM�� — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:59:01 +0000

Harriett Baldwin (MBA��85) is spearheading an extensive examination of the financial landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the United Kingdom. Highlighting a stark gender disparity, she points out only 2% of venture capital funding in the UK goes to businesses run by women, while men fill 90% of all senior roles at hedge funds.

��SM�� Desautels MBA ranked #22 globally most sustainable by Corporate Knights

��SM�� — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:48:59 +0000

The ��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA is ranked 22nd globally by the prestigious Corporate Knights Better World MBA ranking, jumping 16 spots and proving again to be a leader in sustainability development and corporate social responsibility through teaching and learning methodologies.

MBA alum��s restaurant named top healthy restaurant in United Arab Emirates

��SM�� — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 16:52:02 +0000

SALATA claims to be the ultimate destination for health nuts, and food delivery service Deliveroo UAE concurs, naming the leading built-to-order salad kitchen the best healthy restaurant in the United Arab Emirates. When Founder and CEO?Georges Bandar (MBA��14) launched the delivery-only restaurant, he wanted it to offer more than leafy greens. ��It was more than just a salad concept. It was a revolution,�� he says. ��A movement towards better living, better choices, and obviously, better tastes."

��SM�� Desautels MBA rises to 2nd place in Canada

��SM�� — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 17:01:55 +0000

��SM�� Desautels represented at MBA World Summit 2023

��SM�� — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:04:03 +0000

Six second-year MBA students had the opportunity to attend this year��s MBA World Summit in Silicon Valley, considered the ultimate international gathering for the global MBA community. Annually, 100 hundred inspiring students from the world��s leading business schools are selected to participate.

��SM�� Desautels MBAs win Global Goals Jam case competition

��SM�� — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:01:38 +0000

Three ��SM�� MBA candidates took home top prize at this year��s Global Goals Jam case competition, hosted by Smith School of Business at Queen��s University. The challenge? Find an inclusive approach to boost staff diversity at Smith.

��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA ranked #2 in Canada by Bloomberg Businessweek

��SM�� — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 18:09:57 +0000

Bloomberg Businessweek has released their 2023-2024 MBA rankings, with ��SM�� Desautels placing at?#2 in Canada. The rankings were based on four major factors: compensation, learning, networking and entrepreneurship.

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Remembering alumnus Bill Webb��s remarkable impact

��SM�� — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 20:13:16 +0000

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of William ��Bill�� Webb (MBA��93), a valued member of the Desautels International Advisory and Advancement Board. His deep ties to ��SM�� and dedicated involvement in the Canadian rugby community have left an indelible mark.

Three ��SM�� Desautels graduates named to MBAs to Watch by Poets & Quants

��SM�� — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:22:56 +0000

Poets & Quants has named its MBAs to Watch list for 2023, and three Desautels graduates made the cut. The magazine and website asks business schools to nominate some of their top students for consideration for the list, and from those nominations, 135 students have been selected as MBAs to Watch. They represent many of the world��s top universities, and MBAs to Watch have often gone on to careers at top consulting firms. This year, we celebrate ��SM��s Matias Font, Shahriar (Sha) Asadi and Larry Komrower for being selected!

Linda and Robert J. Goldberger��s commitment to MBA Fellowship has helped it grow

��SM�� — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 19:17:35 +0000

The Linda and Robert J. Goldberger MBA Fellowship was established in 2009, and was one of the first MBA fellowships at Desautels. The Goldbergers initial pledge was matched by a large Montreal charitable foundation to establish this endowment, and over the years, the Goldbergers have continued to add to it, with a former employer matching several annual donations to ��SM��. ��Everyone knows what compounding means,�� says Mr.

Several ��SM�� Desautels alumni honoured at 2023 ��SM�� Alumni Association Awards and Honours

��SM�� — Wed, 24 May 2023 13:53:08 +0000

On May 4, members of the ��SM�� community gathered at Maison Manuvie for the 2023 ��SM�� Alumni Association Awards and Honours, which recognize alumni, friends, students, faculty, and staff who stand out for their impressive contributions and achievements in service to ��SM��, the MAA and in their respective communities. This year, six awards were given to members of the ��SM�� Desautels community. A huge congratulations to all of this year��s honourees!

Fighting food insecurity with...bugs?

��SM�� — Thu, 18 May 2023 18:31:07 +0000

A few weeks after starting his MBA at ��SM��, Mohammed Ashour, MSc��11, MBA��19 received an email announcing the Hult Prize �� an annual, year-long competition that challenges university-level students to solve a pressing social issue. Teaming up with Gabe Mott (MBA��14), Ashour recruited three other colleagues from their MBA cohort: Shobhita Soor (BSc��10, BCL/LLB��15, MBA��15), Jesse Pearlstein (MBA��14), and Zev Thompson (MBA��14).

Ram Panda to receive honorary doctorate from School of Continuing Studies

��SM�� — Thu, 18 May 2023 18:11:32 +0000

Ram Panda (MEng��71, MBA��77), ��SM��'s Lead Planned Giving Ambassador and former Chair of the Board of Governors, will receive a Doctor of Laws honoris causa from the School of Continuing Studies at their convocation ceremony on June 7 at 6:30 PM. Since graduating from ��SM�� more than 50 years ago, Ram Panda has been one of the University��s most loyal champions. A generous benefactor of the University, Mr.

MBA Toronto Trip 2023

��SM�� — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:39:19 +0000

After a three-year hiatus, the ��SM�� Desautels Career Management team successfully organized an in-person MBA Toronto tour on March 2 and 3, 2023, bringing together 57 MBA students, alumni, and employers for professional development and networking opportunities. Activities included an employer networking event, an MBA refresher session, an alumni reunion reception, and a reinvented speed mock interviewing event.

Ace Squad wins 2023 Desautels Case Cup Competition?

��SM�� — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 19:44:24 +0000

On February 3, first-year ��SM�� Desautels MBAs participated in the annual Desautels Case Cup competition. Judged by alumni, this year��s case focused on MassChallenge, a program created by John Harthorne and Akhil Nigam that provides support and funding for startup companies. Thanks to the open-source community, the organization which began as a for-profit evolved to include mentorship, encouraging creativity, building communities and supporting startups created by marginalized and disenfranchised groups.

Eco-fashion brand Ecova tells the stories behind its green initiatives

��SM�� — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 15:19:14 +0000

Positive storytelling can encourage consumers to make better, more eco-conscious choices. That��s the vision the Stephanie Beaulieu (MBA��22) shared with Karl Moore in an article for Forbes.com. Beaulieu founded the eco-fashion company Ecova to make change in the fashion industry.

Desautels ranked among world��s top 40 most sustainable MBAs by Corporate Knights

��SM�� — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 15:19:40 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management ranked among the 40 most sustainable MBAs in the world in 2022. The Better World ranking is conducted by Corporate Knights and considers criteria like sustainability research output and classroom teaching. Desautels made the cut in part because of its strengths in sustainability-related research intensity and the diversity of its faculty.

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��SM�� Desautels MBA ranked 73rd in 2023 Global QS Rankings

��SM�� — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 20:04:05 +0000

The ��SM�� Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been named the number three program in Canada and secured a top-75 spot in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2023, performing amongst the top 24% globally out of 300 programs.

The Photons take 2022 Desautels Cup case competition

��SM�� — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:40:33 +0000

Congratulations to ��SM�� MBA students?Shivansh Srivastava, Bingquan (Roger) Wu, Nimesh Mittal, Sundeep Ahuja, and Horacio Aguilera Salinas for winning the 2022 Desautels Cup Case Competition, the first in-person Desautels Cup since the pandemic! The internal case competition challenges participants to put their first-semester knowledge to the test by asking them to solve real-world challenges facing businesses today.

Aspire Food Group is making pet food more sustainable with insect protein

��SM�� — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 18:17:19 +0000

Insects have always been part of the diet of cats and dogs �C but they haven��t always been a part of the pet foods that we feed them. That��s changing, and a company with ��SM�� roots is helping drive a transformation in the industry. Aspire Food Group cultivates crickets to produce high-quality protein with a low environmental footprint. Their plant in London, Ontario, will be the world��s largest, fully automated cricket production and processing facility, and Aspire sees plenty of potential for growth.

Desautels MBAs make Poets&Quants list

��SM�� — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:27:21 +0000

Our fantastic students are receiving some well-deserved recognition yet again! Congratulations to Scott Brereton and Yehya Siddiqui for being named to the Poets&Quants 2022 MBAs to Watch list, which highlights outstanding individuals from across 75 top full-time MBA programs.

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Betty Zoller launches Aviva, a maker of plant-based, nut-free cheese alternatives

��SM�� — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:33:47 +0000

Animal welfare and a desire to reduce carbon emissions inspired Betty Zoller (MBA��15) to adopt a vegetarian diet. But when Zoller was looking for a nut-free cheese alternative, there weren��t any options. Many plant-based cheese alternatives are made using a base of cashew nuts or coconut oil, and seeing a gap in the available options, Zoller founded Aviva. The Montreal-based company uses chick peas, lentils, beans and seeds to make plant-based alternatives for common cheeses like cheddar, gouda and feta.

��SM�� team wins honourable mention at EDI case writing competition

��SM�� — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 14:40:30 +0000

Congratulations to 2023 BCom Jaslie Denault and MBAs Alfonso Rodriguez Gomez, David Iacono and Kriti Pradhan, in collaboration with Faculty Lecturer Tatiana Gauvin, for their honourable mention at the annual DEI Global Case Writing Competition for their submission Diversity, Equity an

The workplace has changed, and will continue to: Samer Saab

��SM�� — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 21:16:26 +0000

Leaders should spend less time worrying about people who leave, and more time celebrating those that stay, according to Samer Saab (BEng��93, MBA��96), the CEO of Explorance, a leading experience management solutions company.

In an era of talent scarcity, the balance of power between employer and employee has shifted, Saab told Medium.com in an interview for Authority Magazine.

Chafik Hamad establishes RAFAH bursary to honour his mother��s memory by helping students who face systemic barriers

��SM�� — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 20:03:16 +0000

��SM�� celebrated its bicentennial in 2021, and as the university community began looking toward the next hundred years, it launched the Third Century Challenge Fund. Created by Chancellor Emeritus Michael Meighen, it encourages others to give by matching funds. Forty-eight new scholarships and bursaries have been created since the launch of the fund in 2019, and Chafik Hamad (MBA��15) is one of the donors who took up the call.

From Olympian to CEO, Craig Buntin shares his journey with ��SM��s entrepreneurship community

��SM�� — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:19:45 +0000

Craig Buntin (MBA��13) represented Canada at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy, but during the lead-in to the 2010 Games in Vancouver, the pairs figure skater sustained torn ligaments in his shoulder that would prevent him from competing on home ice. It was a setback, but he ably pivoted toward the next chapter. Buntin went on to complete an MBA at Desautels, and is now the CEO of SportLogiq, a Montreal-based company that uses standard sports game footage to track players and generate automated game statistics.

Management Masters Office achieves Gold-Level Sustainable Workplace Certification

��SM�� — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 18:09:44 +0000

Improvements in sustainability are often motivated by a desire to reduce environmental impact, but for the ��SM�� Management Masters Office, friendly competition plays a role too. In 2021, Sustainable Workplace Ambassador Wesley McCoy challenged a colleague to see who could reach Bronze-level Sustainable Workplace Certification first. The Management Masters Office achieved that goal, and then some. It was recently certified at the gold level, and the effort has had a profound impact on work habits in the office, according to Lauren Houghton, also an Ambassador.

Montreal named top Canadian city for students

��SM�� — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 15:09:55 +0000

After naming ��SM��?Canada��s top university?earlier this month, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) has ranked Montreal as the most desirable Canadian city to be a student, and one of the most sought-after and praised destinations for international students in the world.?

First recipient of Sujata Madan Award celebrated at MBA Summer Social

��SM�� — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 22:12:43 +0000

Last week, Desautels' Career Management and University Advancement teams hosted the beloved MBA Summer Social event. After a two-year hiatus, attendees were able to reconnect with classmates and meet other members of the Desautels community?over drinks and appetizers in-person.

��SM�� Desautels Masters Office attains Gold level of sustainability certification

��SM�� — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 19:17:34 +0000

After receiving a Silver certification under the ��SM�� Sustainable Workplace Certification program, the ��SM�� Desautels Masters Office has taken it to the next level, earning its Gold certification. The Sustainable Workplace Certification program challenges the ��SM�� community to foster healthier, environmentally friendly, connected workplaces through individual and collective practices. Congratulations to our Masters team for this stellar achievement; next up, Platinum!

Ukraine��s strong territorial defence owes much to strong sense of civic duty

��SM�� — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 20:13:56 +0000

Russia��s attack on Ukraine was not unexpected, but its scale surprised many. ��There was a common expectation of escalation in the East and the South,�� says Mykhaylo Petechuk (MBA��13), who has worked for McKinsey & Company in Ukraine. ��But no one expected the launch of missiles into every region of the country.��

Alumnus Lawrence S. Bloomberg to receive honorary doctorate at ��SM��'s Spring 2022 Convocation ceremony

��SM�� — Mon, 09 May 2022 13:20:03 +0000

To celebrate the Class of 2022, ��SM�� will award 14 inspirational individuals? honorary degrees �� the highest order it can bestow �� at the Spring 2022 convocation. Desautels alumnus Lawrence S. Bloomberg, C.M., O.ONT (MBA��65) will receive a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LL.D.) during the Faculty��s ceremony on June 1, 2022.

Graduating MBA student Emily Gogarty makes Poets&Quants�� 2022 Best & Brightest MBA��

��SM�� — Mon, 02 May 2022 18:58:27 +0000

Emily Gogarty (MBA'22) has been named one of Poets&Quants�� 2022 Best & Brightest MBA��!

Desautels MBA alumna is helping corporate issuers and institutional investors on climate action

��SM�� — Mon, 02 May 2022 17:04:39 +0000

Involved in community service since as early as high school, Mariel Langlois (MBA��20) worked in advertising and media for years before enroling in the?Desautels�� MBA program to pivot her career as she developed a?growing interest in sustainability and social impact.

Now, as an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Consultant at Millani, Mariel advises both corporate issuers and institutional investors on integrating ESG into their strategies.

The reason behind the rankings �C Prof. John-Paul Ferguson explains how FT MBA ranking metrics are calculated

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:16:34 +0000

Global MBA rankings are dominated by American Universities �C but why? In this year��s Financial Times Global MBA rankings, Desautels ranked 90th, below a number of U.S. schools with lower research output. One reason that top American business schools do so well is high post-graduation salaries �C but this metric doesn��t tell the whole story, according to Prof. John-Paul Ferguson, the Academic Director of Desautels�� MBA program.

Desautels�� alum Gabriel Gervais named President and CEO of CF Montr��al

��SM�� — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 22:33:03 +0000

Gabriel Gervais (MBA��08) has been named the President and CEO of Club de Foot (CF) Montr��al, the city��s Major League Soccer team. Between 2002-08, Gervais was a player for the Montr��al Impact, a predecessor of CF Montr��al that played in the United Soccer League and later, the North American Soccer League. After his playing career, Gervais completed his MBA at ��SM�� Desautels, and went to become a partner at Deloitte.

Desautels alumnus catalyzes crowdfunded bursaries for Lebanese students impacted by financial crisis

��SM�� — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:50:04 +0000

In the summer of 2020, the financial crisis in Lebanon deepened when a major explosion rocked the port of Beirut, causing extensive property damage and loss of life. By that time, Lebanese students studying at ��SM�� were already in a bind �C banking restrictions were limiting the ability of their families to access savings, and provide financial support. Jade Dagher (BSc��89, DipManTour��92, MBA��98) wanted to do something to help.

Desautels alumnus named International Educator of the Year by the Academic of International Business

��SM�� — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:40:34 +0000

Resilience. Caring. Integrity. These are the habits that Arshad Ahmad (MBA��81, PhD��2000) seeks to instil in his students. They can make an immediate impact on students�� career �C and a positive impact on the people in their lives. Ahmad has been named the International Educator of the year by Academy of International Business (AIB), an organization of international business and management. He is currently the Vice-Chancellor of the Lahore University of Management Sciences in Pakistan, and an EMBA professor at McMaster��s DeGroote School of Business.

��SM�� Desautels Master��s Office receives new level of sustainability certification

��SM�� — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:31:01 +0000

After receiving a bronze certification under the ��SM�� Sustainable Workplace Certification program, the ��SM�� Desautels Master��s Office has taken it to the next level, earning its silver certification. The Sustainable Workplace Certification program challenges the ��SM�� community to foster healthier, environmentally friendly, connected workplaces through individual and collective practices. Congratulations to our Master��s team for this stellar achievement; keep up the good work!

Authenticity and allyship in the business world

��SM�� — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:03:29 +0000

Black leaders carry extra burden. Organizations often expect them to take on advocacy roles in equity, diversity and inclusion, but that should be everyone��s responsibility, argued panelists at the Desautels Faculty of Management��s Black History Month virtual event. Moderated by Lysie Salomon (BCom��17), the panel considered authenticity, leadership, and allyship in the workplace. It featured Dr.

Poets and Quants celebrates ��SM�� MBA alumna for IWD

��SM�� — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:04:26 +0000

For International Women's Day last week,?Poets and Quants?spoke with a number of female business school graduates who have successfully started their own enterprises.?Aur��lie H��louis?(MBA��16), Founder and CEO of infinityQ, a quantum analog computing start-up, shared how her time at Desautels helped her discover how to apply the skills she acquired as a former senior officer and CTO in the French Navy to her entrepreneurial endeavours and develop her own business.

Celebrating accomplishments of women within the Desautels community

��SM�� — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:18:14 +0000

On International Women��s Day we highlighted some of the outstanding and accomplished women within the Desautels community, who positively impact our students through their teaching, research, guidance, or mentorship.?

Desautels MBA shapes new generation of business leaders

��SM�� — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 21:48:35 +0000

Students enrolled in the ��SM�� Desautels Master of Business Administration program weigh in on what aspects of the program have provided the most value. Ebuka Obiakor (MBA��21) and?Husham Hajhamid?credit the program��s small class sizes, diverse cohort, and experiential learning opportunities for shaping them into professionals who are equipped to lead in a changing business environment.

How to tackle EDI issues in any setting

��SM�� — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 19:06:26 +0000

Many organizations say that equity, diversity and inclusion is a priority, but in order to actually achieve equitable outcomes, organizations need to make a real commitment. As part of the MBA lecture series, Prof. Patricia Faison Hewlin and former Faculty Lecturer Jay Hewlin shared some of the common shortcomings they��ve encountered in their research in this space �C as well as strategies that organizations can use to make more meaningful change.

Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2022

��SM�� — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 18:32:05 +0000

The 2022 Financial Times Global MBA ranking places the ��SM�� Desautels MBA program 90th globally and 2nd in Canada.

The ��SM�� Desautels MBA program is 1st in Canada in the following sub-categories evaluated:

Salary % increase
International faculty %
International students %
International mobility
International course experience

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Desautels Masters Office earns certificate of sustainability

��SM�� — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 15:57:59 +0000

Four ��SM�� offices, including the Desautels Faculty of Management Masters Office, have committed to advancing sustainability in concrete ways through the Sustainable Workplace Certification program. In the year ahead, the Masters Office will strive to reduce its ecological footprint with the goal of moving from bronze-level certification to gold and platinum.

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A foundation for lifelong learning

��SM�� — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 15:32:50 +0000

Tony Guglielmin (BA��82, MBA��84) praises Desautels�� diverse, forward-thinking environment for helping propel him to success in business. As the SVP and Chief Financial Officer at Ballard Power Systems, he encourages future generations of ��SM�� students to pursue lifelong learning and embrace change throughout their professional journey.

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Reimagining sustainable production

��SM�� — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 20:43:11 +0000

Jaquelynn Mateluna (MBA'21) is leveraging her background in biology, plant sciences, and business to help her clients develop environmentally, financially, and socially sustainable production practices in the food, agriculture and energy industries. As she builds her career as a strategy consultant at EY Parthenon, she expresses gratitude for the ongoing support she receives from her professors and former classmates at the Desautels Faculty of Management.

Nova Steel Award to benefit outstanding MBA students

��SM�� — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 22:11:44 +0000

Scott Jones, MBA��91, headed the rebirth and expansion of his father��s steel manufacturing company after the company went bankrupt under different owners in 2009. He credits his time at ��SM�� Desautels with equipping him to manage every aspect of the corporation, from marketing and sales to accounting and organizational change. Jones�� experience inspired him to give back to the ��SM�� community through a company-backed monetary award for students who demonstrate stellar leadership, academic scholarship, and innovative thinking.

New Sujata Madan Award recognizes community-minded students

��SM�� — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 14:54:49 +0000

Eleven Desautels alumni have banded together to establish a new student award in honor of Professor of Practice Sujata Madan. Rather than being based on academic merit, the scholarship will be awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding collaboration, empathy, kindness, and respect toward their peers and wider communities.

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The gift of service

��SM�� — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 16:10:44 +0000

Soon after the earthquake that devastated Haiti in 2010, Laura Parny Germain (BEng��15, MBA��21) moved from Port-au-Prince to Montreal with a deep resolve to use her education for the benefit of others. With engineering and MBA degrees from ��SM�� under her belt, she looks forward to working toward socially and environmentally sustainable solutions to the challenges her hometown faces.

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Transforming Eastside LA

��SM�� — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 16:05:32 +0000

Guy Vidal (BA��87, MBA��92) is the co-founder of Vidal Design Collaborative, an interior and landscape design company dedicated to bringing style and hospitality to Eastside Los Angeles. He credits his time at Desautels with teaching him the language of business and preparing him to take risks as an entrepreneur.

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Explore a ��SM�� Desautels graduate business degree

��SM�� — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 21:41:37 +0000

Whether you are looking to begin an MBA or delve deeper into the world of finance, retail or analytics, when considering a graduate degree there are four main things to look at: what you learn, who you learn it from, who you learn it with, and who else has learned it. In other words, the curriculum, the faculty, your classmates, and the alumni.

��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA ranked #4 in Canada by Bloomberg Businessweek

��SM�� — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:26:27 +0000

Bloomberg Businessweek has released their 2021-2022 MBA rankings, with ��SM�� Desautels jumping three spots to #4 in Canada. The rankings were based on four major factors: compensation, learning, networking and entrepreneurship. ��SM�� Desautels�� MBA ranked #2 in Canada in compensation and networking.

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No substitute for face-to-face interaction

��SM�� — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 23:39:41 +0000

In an overview of MBA learning environments throughout the pandemic, La Presse surveys MBA directors and faculty members about their ingredients for success. While he doesn��t discount the value of online learning, John-Paul Ferguson, Academic Director of the MBA program at Desautels, maintains that the most impactful learning happens face-to-face, on-the-job.

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��SM�� MBA performing amongst top 26% globally according to QS Rankings

��SM�� — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:51:35 +0000

The ��SM�� Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been named the number four program in Canada and secured a top-75 spot in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2022, performing amongst the top 26% globally out of 286 programs.

Supporting Desautels student leadership aspirations

��SM�� — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 15:17:50 +0000

While leading a pharmaceutical company, Samira Sakhia (BCom��90, DPA��94, MBA��01) is also volunteering her expertise in the broader ��SM�� community and supporting students in realizing their leadership potential through the Samira Sakhia MBA Leadership Award.

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MBA alumnus steps up to serve victims of domestic violence

��SM�� — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 20:45:11 +0000

Kamran Shojaei (MBA��13) spends his weekends volunteering with Transit Secours, a Montreal-based organization that provides moving and storage services for women and children fleeing domestic violence. In addition to providing logistical support in high-risk, time-sensitive contexts, Shojaei and his fellow volunteers work to build trust with clients by providing a safe space for them to share their stories.

From professional soccer player to management consultant

��SM�� — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 15:05:58 +0000

After a career-ending injury left Gabriel Gervais, MBA��09, unable to continue playing professional soccer, his ��SM�� MBA landed him a permanent role at Deloitte. Since 2009, he has leveraged his expertise to help companies improve their supply chain management and manufacturing operations. The former defender, who had his sights set on playing in the World Cup, still makes time to follow the sport and maintain friendships with former teammates.

Graduate spotlight: Kelly Gonzalez, MBA ��21

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:07:54 +0000

Poets&Quants recently featured Kelly Gonzalez (MBA��21) on its ��2021 MBAs to Watch�� list. In one of the highlights of her Desautels tenure, Gonzalez served as the president of Marketing Club. In this capacity, she teamed up with the Desautels Graduate LBGTQ+ Association to launch the first edition of the Desautels Business Challenge, a case competition focused on improving equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).

Gonzalez will soon take on a new challenge in the Customer and Marketing unit of Deloitte��s Vancouver office.

Graduate spotlight: Ugo Umeano, MBA ��21

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:05:53 +0000

Ugo Umeano (MBA��21) is one of Poets&Quants�� 2021 MBAs to Watch�� as he graduates from Desautels and launches his career as an associate in CIBC��s Technology Leadership Advancement Program.

With a vast array of experiences in business, music, athletics, technology, and community outreach, Umeano has amassed skills that he can transfer to any industry.

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Desautels ranked among top 20 MBA programs in the world

��SM�� — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:45:09 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management ranks #20 among MBA programs around the world, according to Am��ricaEconom��a. Despite the economic slowdown from the pandemic, business schools continue to experience high student demand for their programs.

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Embracing the journey

��SM�� — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 19:38:18 +0000

Samer Saab (BEng'93, MBA'96)?fled?a civil war in Lebanon to pursue a degree in engineering at ��SM�� in 1990. He realized early in his career that he was best suited to launching his own company. Since returning to his alma mater for an MBA, he has leveraged his business school experience to launch what has become one of Canada��s most desirable employers.?

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Stand for Something?

��SM�� — Thu, 27 May 2021 22:09:17 +0000

Inez?Jabalpurwala?(BA��89, MA��91, MBA��01) credits her years at ��SM�� with inspiring her to take a stand for the causes she supports. As a member of the ��SM�� Debating Union, she learned to express herself clearly and persuasively, a skill that served her well as the Global Director of?VineX?and former CEO of Brain Canada. Now, as a member of the ��SM�� Board of Governors,?Jabalpurwala?works to ensure that those who come after her receive the same high-impact education.

Desautels alumna becomes President & CEO of Knight Therapeutics Inc.??

��SM�� — Fri, 21 May 2021 17:42:36 +0000

Congratulations to Samira Sakhia (BCom��90, DPA��94, MBA��01), who will take on a new challenge as President and Chief Executive Officer of Knight Therapeutics Inc., a Montreal-based company focused on acquiring or in-licensing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical products for Canada and Latin America. Sakhia brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry to the role.???

Leading the field in food production sustainability

��SM�� — Thu, 13 May 2021 14:37:34 +0000

Jaquelynn Mateluna (MBA��21) is featured in Poets and Quants�� 2021 ��Best and Brightest�� list for her commitment to advancing sustainability in local food production. As Chief of Staff for Lufa Farms, an urban farm-to-table e-commerce platform based in Montreal, the British Columbia native has played an instrumental role in supplying fresh, responsibly-sourced food to more than 20,000 families during the pandemic.

MBA alumnus wins prestigious Prix Hommage

��SM�� — Thu, 13 May 2021 14:31:21 +0000

Congratulations to Claude Mongeau (MBA��88), who received this year��s Prix Hommage Les As de la finance at an annual ceremony hosted by the Quebec Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI) Canada. Mongeau joins nearly 100 other notable leaders in Quebec finance who have received an award since the event began in 2011. He has served as a Chief Financial Officer for 100 years and President and CEO for six years with CN.

Playing the odds

��SM�� — Wed, 05 May 2021 20:34:27 +0000

From Olympic figure skater to CEO of a multi-million-dollar company, Craig Buntin (MBA��13) has never shied away from risk. As he and his team at Sportlogiq harness the power of AI to offer analytical insights to professional sports teams, Buntin points to the role of ��SM�� and the surrounding community in providing a launching pad for success.

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Global banking executive gives back to her alma mater

��SM�� — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:18:44 +0000

Alberta Cefis (BA��75, MBA��79) was one of only a dozen women in her MBA class at ��SM��, but she never felt discriminated against because of her gender. The male-dominated banking industry, on the other hand, was a different story. Fortunately, Cefis was able to land a managerial role at the Royal Bank of Canada through a recommendation from a professor.

Transforming air travel for people with disabilities

��SM�� — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:14:33 +0000

An idea that arose from a nightmarish flight experience for Sandra Gualtieri, founder of Gualtieri Inventions, has blossomed into an innovative new product for people living with disabilities. Informed by her own experience in living with cerebral palsy, Gualtieri designed a prototype for the Universal Seating Apparatus, a portable device that allows people with disabilities to sit comfortably upright on airplanes.

MBA alumna shapes agenda at CN

��SM�� — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:41:13 +0000

Climbing the ladder from an MBA recruitment program to a top 200 leadership role as director of economics and strategic planning, Janet Drysdale (MBA��96) forged her own path to success at CN. Over the course of 25 years, she successfully navigated heavily male-driven sales, marketing, and revenue planning teams to make an impression among her coworkers, ultimately being named a winner in the WXN CIBC Executive Leaders category.

MBA students place third at Wharton��s 2021 People Analytics Case Competition

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:36:38 +0000

Congratulations?to Desautels MBA students?Beatriz Otero Russo Villaca,?Christopher Bahen-Taitand and Melissa Palumbo?for placing third at the Wharton��s People Analytics Case Competition. The team virtually showcased their findings to a panel of judges including representatives from Teach for America, academics and industry experts. They earned a cash prize and complimentary tickets to the 2021 virtual and 2022 in-person Wharton People Analytics Conferences.

MBA students emphasize importance of women in business

��SM�� — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 20:49:13 +0000

Current MBA students Vivianne Yao and Emily Gogarty reflect on the importance of women in business, and their motivation for starting an advanced degree while at the top of their respective fields.

Program redesign gives MBA students greater flexibility

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 14:27:20 +0000

MBA & PMBA Academic Director John-Paul Ferguson highlights the benefits of the newly redesigned MBA program.

From providing more flexible program length options to promoting a holistic view of sustainable business throughout the curriculum, the program meets the needs of a broader range of students.

MBA alumna credits ��SM�� connections for success

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 14:02:33 +0000

Ali��nor Armand-Linot (MBA��17) was building her career in investment banking on Wall Street when she made the decision to join ��SM��s MBA program in 2015.

After gaining a new set of skills and experiences thanks to mentors like Professors Jay Hewlin and Elliot Lifson, she went on to become a Director in the?Natural Resources group at PSP Investments.

MBA alumna emphasizes human-centered thinking in career

��SM�� — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 19:05:16 +0000

Julie Savaria (MBA��15) credits Desautels with expanding her commitment to pursuing justice, equity, diversion and inclusion (JEDI) throughout her career.

In 2020, she founded Bindia Savaria Consulting to help organizations examine and improve JEDI initiatives worldwide.

Desautels alumni featured in ��SM�� podcast

��SM�� — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 18:55:57 +0000

Four former Desautels students were recently featured in new episodes of Alma Matters, a podcast presented by ��SM�� Athletics and Recreation.

Mathieu Darche (BCom��00) won a Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020, while Richard Pound (BCom��62) is a former Olympic swimmer who currently serves as an International Olympic Committee Member.

Hubert Lacroix (MBA��81) has coached multiple ��SM�� sports teams, and currently works as a lawyer in Montreal.

Takeaways from CEO virtual visit to ��SM��

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 19:22:24 +0000

Professor Karl Moore shares the key insights he gleaned from a recent virtual event connecting ��SM�� MBA students with 50 CEOs.

He observes that many participating CEOs took winding roads to get to the top, but they remained intentional about their career choices and relationships throughout the journey. He also emphasizes the importance of striking a balance between long-term vision and short-term profit in order to succeed in a rapidly evolving business environment.

MBA alumnus begins new adventure at La Maison Simons

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 22:25:09 +0000

One of the oldest companies in Canada will soon be getting new blood as Mike Ross (MBA��11) takes the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer.

A privately-owned retailer passed down through five generations of family ownership, La Maison Simons offers a diverse range of products, including clothes, accessories, and home goods. The company recently opened its first net zero store in Canada to support local creators and foster environmental sustainability.

2021 FT Global MBA Ranking

��SM�� — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:24:26 +0000

The 2021 Financial Times Global MBA ranking places the Desautels MBA program 91st globally and 2nd in Canada.

The program is 1st in Canada in the following sub-categories evaluated:

MBA alumnus becomes president-international of Delta Air Lines at historic time for aviation industry

��SM�� — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:39:12 +0000

Following a five-year term as Chief Executive Officer of Bombardier Inc., Alain Bellemare (MBA��93) was recently named the president-international of Delta Air Lines. With a successful track record of leadership in the aerospace industry, Bellemare will work to improve the global reputation and financial stability of Delta, the world��s top airline in revenue, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Analyzing the cutting edge of business methods to create future managers

��SM�� — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:17:39 +0000

��SM��s MBA program leverages program flexibility, practical skills training, and experiential learning to prepare students to join leading companies and start their own. Daniel Franco (MBA��19) earned his degree after emigrating to Canada from Peru. After graduation, he co-founded Turbodega, a successful startup that digitizes the supply chain of bodegas in Latin America. Franco praises his alma mater for its educational commitment to exploring emerging business tools that have proven invaluable in his own career, including artificial intelligence and data analysis.

��SM�� MBA evolves to meet local and international demand

��SM�� — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:10:30 +0000

��SM��s newly restructured MBA is designed to meet the needs of international students, says Professor John-Paul Ferguson, Academic Director of the MBA and PMBA programs. With the flexibility to choose between one- and two-year programs, students with less work experience can gain more exposure to the Canadian job market prior to graduation.

Seeds of Change campaign helps Lebanese students in wake of Beirut explosions

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:08:38 +0000

When alumnus Jade Dagher (MBA��95) realized the pressure placed on over 300 Lebanese students studying at ��SM�� by the tragic Beirut explosions on August 4, 2020, he moved into action. An active volunteer mentor and guest lecturer, Dagher contacted Desautels senior development officer, Joy Bennett, and jumpstarted a support fund by donating $12,000 and calling on ��SM�� alumni to contribute.

Language skills are key to success for international MBA students

��SM�� — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 03:28:43 +0000

If international MBA students want to gain a competitive edge, they should learn the local language, says Marie Jos�� Beaudin, Executive Director of Career Services at the Desautels Faculty of Management. Though most students can get by with English only, bilingualism is a requirement for client-facing roles and an asset across industries.

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Virtual Meet ��SM�� event expands access to employers across Canada

��SM�� — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 19:47:59 +0000

This year��s virtual Canada, Meet ��SM�� event organized by the Desautels Career Services team helped students, staff, alumni and employers connect over the Faculty Blackout Period from November 18^th to 20^th, 2020.

MBA alumna named one of Canada��s most powerful women of 2020

��SM�� — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 23:09:09 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management congratulates Sonya Branco (MBA��06) for being named one of Canada��s Top 100 Most Powerful Women of 2020 in the ��C-Suite Executives�� category. Released by the Women��s Executive Network (WXN), this year��s Top 100 Award Winners list recognizes 106 Canadian women who advocate for workforce diversity and make an impact in their sphere of influence. Branco was appointed Executive Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, for CAE in 2016. She oversees the company��s operations in more than 35 countries.

MBA alumnus named Executive VP of Desjardins Group

��SM�� — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 23:47:05 +0000

Congratulations to Jean-Yves Bourgeois (MBA��93) for his recent appointment to the role of Executive Vice President, Business Services of the Desjardins Group, the world��s sixth largest cooperative financial group. Bourgeois will also join the Desjardins Group Management Committee, deepening his commitment to improving his company��s products and services throughout Canada.

MBA alumnus leverages expertise to support SMEs in Quebec��s agri-food sector

��SM�� — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 17:23:53 +0000

Eric Waterman (MBA��04) was recently named Vice-President for Agribusiness at Inno-center, a Montreal-based consulting firm. Waterman brings more than 20 years of experience in operational marketing roles at companies like L'Or��al, Maison Le Grand, and Ernst & Young to the challenge of supporting the growth of small- and medium-sized enterprises in Quebec��s agri-food sector.

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Desautels alumna appointed Director General of Dawson College

��SM�� — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 16:35:43 +0000

Congratulations to Diane Gauvin (BCom'93, MBA��96) on her appointment to a five-year term as Director General of Dawson College. With 23 years of leadership experience at Dawson College under her belt, she is well-positioned to lead the institution through the challenges of COVID-19 and build a strong foundation for the future.

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MBA alumna drives advancement in virus research

��SM�� — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 16:05:49 +0000

In his regular Forbes column, Professor Karl Moore profiles Inez Jabalpurwala (BA��89, MA��91, MBA��01), global director of the Viral Neuro Exploration, known as ��VINEx,�� a private initiative that studies the ways in which viruses affect the central nervous system. Previously, Jabalpurwala served as the founding president and CEO of the Brain Canada Foundation from 2001 to 2020.

��SM��s redesigned MBA program equips students to lead in shifting business climate

��SM�� — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 21:04:13 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� announced the launch of a newly redesigned MBA program that prepares students to confront the challenges of a rapidly evolving business environment.

MBA Japan alumnus realizes dream of opening eco-tourism resort

��SM�� — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 20:26:56 +0000

Canadian entrepreneur St��phane Beaulieu (MBA��19) recently opened the eco-friendly Yuzkyu Resort near Mount Daigenta in Yuzawa, Japan. Beaulieu��s brainchild capitalizes on the surging popularity of ��glamping�� by offering visitors the choice of geodesic dome tents, a larger luxury lodge, and an open space for setting up tents near the pristine rivers and lakes of the region. Undaunted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Beaulieu hopes to draw summer visitors to an area that has historically been a hotspot for winter sports.

BCom student makes Top 30 under 30 list of leaders in sustainability

��SM�� — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 21:35:16 +0000

Maxime Lakat (BCom��21) recently joined an accomplished roster of change agents on the Corporate Knights�� 2020 list of Top 30 under 30 leaders in sustainability. In 2019, Lakat founded the Canadian Business Youth Council for Sustainable Development to bring together student organizations focused on sustainable business.

Desautels retained its 14^th place ranking on Corporate Knights�� 2020 Better World MBA list and placed 4^th on its inaugural Better World BComs Top 10 list.

MBA alumnus appointed Chairman of the Board for leading biotech company

��SM�� — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 19:48:13 +0000

Donald Olds (MSc��88, MBA��91) will leverage his vast experience as a life science executive, entrepreneur, and nonprofit board director in his new role as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Cannara Biotech, Inc.

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Desautels students earn all three podium places at Global Goals Jam Case Competition

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 21:58:13 +0000

��SM�� graduate student Michael Bourkas (MBA��22) has taken home first place in the Global Goals Jam Case Competition at the Smith School of Business at Queen��s University, with peers Conor Grieve (MBA��21) and Nandini Biswas Jain (MBA��22) following close behind in second and third places, respectively.

��SM�� MBA ranked 2nd in Canada, QS reports

��SM�� — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:23:30 +0000

The QS World University Rankings today released its 2021 QS Global MBA Rankings, placing the ��SM�� Master of Business Administration (MBA) second in Canada.

Of the 258 programs considered for this prestigious ranking, the ��SM�� MBA ranks 59^th worldwide, climbing 12 spots from 71^st in 2020. The rankings were based on five indicator groups: entrepreneurship & alumni outcomes, return on investment, thought leadership, employability, and diversity. Of these, the ��SM�� MBA program performed strongest in:

MBA alumnus Philip Jenkins pays it forward with leadership and diversity scholarship

��SM�� — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 18:03:57 +0000

��Talent is equally distributed across the population but unfortunately opportunity is not,�� says Phil Jenkins, a ��SM�� Engineering and MBA graduate who established the Philip Earle Jenkins MBA Leadership & Diversity Award in 2018 to create more business and management education opportunities for visible minorities.

��I started this scholarship because it��s my firm belief that access to education has always been and will continue to be a significant contributor to reversing the institutional inequities that have existed throughout time.��

MBA programs adapt to a post-pandemic world

��SM�� — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 18:59:10 +0000

As the pandemic continues to change the economy that our graduates will soon navigate, business schools are changing priorities and adapting their programs to better prepare students for success. Dean Isabelle Bajeux-Besnainou speaks to Macleans about how ��SM�� is aligning learning outcomes to a post-COVID world.

Prospective students turn to MBAs to weather the economic storm

��SM�� — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 18:56:38 +0000

The economic downturn resulting from COVID-19 is expected to increase MBA applications as individuals turn to business schools to boost their employability. Academic Director of ��SM��s MBA John-Paul Ferguson comments on the evolving demand for MBA programs.

Adapting for the future of work

��SM�� — Tue, 21 Jul 2020 13:49:22 +0000

The recent shift to remote work is changing the types of skills graduates need to succeed in the workplace. According to Marie-Jos�� Beaudin, Executive Director of Career Services at the Desautels Faculty of Management, employers will be looking for candidates with strong emotional intelligence.

��[Graduates] need to be particularly sensitive to and aware of the needs of those they interact with,�� Beaudin says. ��Written and verbal communication will be increasingly important.��

Desautels ranked top MBA in Canada by America Economia

��SM�� — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 18:15:20 +0000

America Economia has ranked the Desautels Faculty of Management 21st in their 2020 Global MBA Ranking, placing the Desautels MBA program in the top spot for Canada.

This annual ranking of global MBA programs measures several variables for Latin Americans, including multicultural experience, network potential, selectivity, innovation, and the program��s percentage of Latin American students.

America Economia recognizes Desautels�� diverse student body and faculty, with 74 per cent and 71 per cent of foreign students and faculty members, respectively.

The value of a flexible MBA

��SM�� — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 22:23:20 +0000

Starting in Fall 2020, ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management will offer 12-, 16-, and 20-month MBA options to meet changing student needs.

��As we witnessed changes in what students are looking to get out of an MBA, we recognized the need for different lengths of programs,�� explains?Dr. John-Paul Ferguson, the Academic Director of the MBA Program at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management.

Desautels students named in Poets and Quants�� MBAs to Watch

��SM�� — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 22:02:11 +0000

Three graduating ��SM�� students, Anastasia Budaeva, Ysa Cao and George Oriokot, have been named in Poets and Quants��? 2020 MBAs To Watch list.

The three ��SM�� students were among 142 students selected on the list, which focuses on distinctive, eclectic and ��rarely conventional�� students. According to Poets and Quants, individuals who make the MBAs to Watch list are ��the students with the courage to bet on themselves��.

Job recruitment continues in an unstable market

��SM�� — Thu, 28 May 2020 14:15:57 +0000

Since COVID-19 transformed the way we do business in March, recruiters have been quick to move into virtual spaces. Marie-Jos�� Beaudin, Executive Director of Career Services at the Desautels Faculty of Management, notes that full-time positions are more at risk than internships, with some employers opting for shorter contracts as they await the economic impact of the pandemic.

Specialize to stand out

��SM�� — Tue, 26 May 2020 18:10:43 +0000

MBA students at ��SM�� are pursuing specialized skills to gain a competitive edge.

As part of an ambitious redesign of its MBA program, ��SM�� will increase the number of specializations offered to students beginning in Fall 2020. "We estimate that 80 to 90 percent of incoming students will choose to specialize in order to market themselves more effectively,�� says Dr. John-Paul Ferguson, Academic Director of the MBA Program at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management.

Building leaders in sustainability

��SM�� — Thu, 14 May 2020 22:23:16 +0000

For MBA students at ��SM��, sustainability is a crucial ingredient of successful leadership. ��SM�� alumni Justin Park (MBA��18) and Natasha Alani (MBA��17) reflect on how the program��s integrated approach to sustainability has informed their professional practices. Professor John-Paul Ferguson, Academic Director of the ��SM�� MBA, also weighs in on how the program promotes a sustainable mindset.

Why Montreal is a dream location for MBA students

��SM�� — Tue, 05 May 2020 20:04:52 +0000

In the 2019 QS Best Student Cities ranking, Montreal defended its title as the best student city in North America for the fifth consecutive year.

��SM�� MBA students flock to Montreal from more than 30 countries around the globe to enjoy the diverse culture, low cost of living, and strong job prospects��and they usually stick around long after graduation.

��SM�� MBA continues to evolve with business

��SM�� — Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:10:39 +0000

As the business world continues to adapt to the modern day, the next generation of business leaders are seeking new ways to make their mark in the industry. For many, an MBA is no longer about climbing the corporate ladder; it is an avenue to take a break from their careers, change lanes, and contribute to a better future for all.

Professor Benjamin Croitoru shares how the ��SM�� MBA has diversified its program to meet the evolving needs of our students.

MBA alumnus named Canadian CFO of the Year

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 19:04:37 +0000

��SM�� MBA alumnus Nadeem Velani (MBA��98) has been named Canada's CFO Of The Year? for 2020. Velani has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of railway company Canadian Pacific since 2016.

This award, presented by the Financial Executives International Canada, PwC Canada and Robert Half, recognizes Velani for the strides he has made in Canadian Pacific��s financial performance, stakeholder relations, operational data usage, and sustainable growth.

Leadership shakeup at Bombardier

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:45:02 +0000

Alain Bellemare (MBA��93) has lost his reign as CEO of Bellemare, with Hydro-Qu��bec CEO ?ric Martel taking the top spot at the struggling company.

Professor Karl Moore, who has long followed Bellemare��s leadership at Bombardier, notes that now is the time for a new CEO to lead the company into its next chapter.

��Alain was the right CEO for the right time but it��s now a very different business,�� says Professor Moore.

A glowing victory at Net Impact Case Competition

��SM�� — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 19:58:52 +0000

A team of MBA students from ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management took the top prize at the Net Impact Case Competition on February 29.

Mastering the personal statement for your MBA application

��SM�� — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 19:51:55 +0000

Antoinette Molino, assistant director of admissions in the MBA program at ��SM��, shares tips for submitting an impressive personal statement. Understanding the right balance between writing too little and too much and focusing on attention to detail are just two steps that Molino proposes for a successful statement.

Reflecting on DMAA 2020

��SM�� — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 21:22:50 +0000

Members of the Desautels community came together on February 7, 2020 at the Four Seasons Hotel to celebrate this year��s recipients of the Desautels Management Achievement Awards (DMAA).

This year��s recipients included:

Jennifer Heil, BCom��13, Olympian, social innovator and activist (Young Alumni Achievement Award)

Leonard Schlemm, BCom��74, Entrepreneur, Chairman, Steve Nash Fitness World & Sports Club (Lifetime Achievement Award)

Masters students tackle sustainability in Desautels Cup

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 15:21:19 +0000

On January 31, the Masters Office hosted the annual Desautels Cup. The event brought together nine teams from the MBA, Master of Management in Analytics and Master of Management in Finance programs and welcomed back MBA and Executive MBA alumni as distinguished judges.

The public scrutiny of Bombardier CEO Alain Bellemare

��SM�� — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 14:52:51 +0000

Over the past five years, Bombardier CEO Alain Bellemare (MBA��93) has faced his share of public criticism. But to people like Professor Karl Moore who have followed his every step, they see a hardworking president fighting for the future of the company.

��SM�� Desautels MBA program among top in Canada

��SM�� — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:19:10 +0000

The ��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA program is one of only three Canadian business schools on the 2020 Financial Times Global MBA Ranking. The ��SM�� Desautels MBA is ranked 2nd in Canada and 91st worldwide.

The Financial Times surveys alumni who graduated three years after completing their MBA, and publishes their annual ranking of the world��s top 100 MBA programs based on multiple categories.

This year, the ��SM�� Desautels MBA program is #1 in Canada in the following criteria:

Great Gulf Group appoints Desautels alumnus as new CEO

��SM�� — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:00:37 +0000

Desautels alumnus Ilias Konstantopoulos (MBA��92) has been announced as the new CEO of real estate organization Great Gulf Group. Konstantopoulos brings to the role more than 30 years of experience in operations, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions and capital markets, most recently as CFO of Granite Real Estate Investment Trust.

��He is an exceptional business leader and his wealth of experience will take the organization to the next level in line with the Board's strategic plan,�� says preceding CEO Jerry Patava.

Sid Lee CEO Bertrand Cesvet is proud to be made by ��SM��

��SM�� — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 21:05:26 +0000

For Bertrand Cesvet, CEO and Senior Partner at leading creative agency Sid Lee, his connection to ��SM�� runs deep. In an article for ��SM�� Giving, Cesvet (BA��86; MBA��88; DLitt��16) reflects on his journey with ��SM��, beginning in his undergraduate degree and culminating in the recent Made by ��SM�� campaign video.

Professor Richard Donovan honoured in MBA Japan case competition

��SM�� — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 20:40:21 +0000

In honour of the late Professor Richard Donovan, the Desautels MBA Japan program recently hosted the ��SM�� MBA Japan Case Competition. The internal event gives students a chance to put their knowledge to practice by bringing them together over 24 hours to solve a case competition.

Teams presented to a judging panel of ��SM�� MBA Japan alumni before the winners��Hoson Kablawi, Naohisa Takahashi, and Hazuki Yamashita��were awarded the Richard Donovan Cup.

Wrapping up a successful 2019 for DesautelsConnect

��SM�� — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 20:52:51 +0000

As the end of 2019 approaches, we are pleased to share what a successful year it has been for DesautelsConnect. Many of you leveraged the platform by connecting with other members of the Desautels community, in turn expanding your network and making valuable professional connections.

Desautels MBA students place third in social business case competition

��SM�� — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 20:40:40 +0000

Desautels MBA candidates Tiffany K. Ellis, Kelly Gonzalez, Garima Singh, and Meghan McCoubrey placed third at the recent Creative Shock Case Competition. Initially competing against 600 teams globally, the Desautels team travelled to Vilnius, Lithuania from November 26 to December 2 to compete as one of the top 10 finalists in the social business case competition.

Desautels MBA student takes top spot at Deloitte case competition

��SM�� — Tue, 03 Dec 2019 21:07:49 +0000

Congratulations to ��SM�� student Yuan Chu Zi Lao (MBA��21) on her first-place win at the recent Deloitte Impact Case Competition. The competition kicked off at the Deloitte offices in Montreal on November 22, where eight teams were formed, and the case was presented to students. Yuan was grouped with ��SM�� engineering student Dante Nesparoli and HEC Montr��al students Thao-Anne Le and Felicia ?lise Ngoma.

Desautels MBA students win first place in ethical case competition

��SM�� — Tue, 03 Dec 2019 19:52:01 +0000

From November 21�C23, twelve teams from across Canada participated in the Scotiabank Ethics in Action case competition at Dalhousie University in Halifax. Desautels MBA students Ajay Singh, Matthew Trecha, Yasmien Emara, and Ashna Agnihotri scored first place in the graduate category, taking home a cash prize of $2,000. The competition challenged students with complex ethical dilemmas that they were likely to face in today's corporate environment.

Congratulations to Ajay, Matthew, Yasmien, and Ashna!

Two DesautelsConnect Office Hours with MBA candidate Sonia Torres

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 16:13:17 +0000

Join us for one of two DesautelsConnect Office Hours in November to meet with MBA candidate Sonia Torres and up to 8 members to chat in a group setting in Montreal.

These Office Hours will cover Sales & Trading and BMO Capital Markets, with a focus on internship opportunities and Sonia's experience with the bank.

Desautels ranked among world��s most sustainable MBA programs

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 19:25:25 +0000

Today Corporate Knights released its 2019 Better World MBA ranking. The Better World ranking, now in its 17^th year, analyzes how business schools across the world fare in integrating sustainability into their MBA programs. With rising concerns of climate change, business schools are ensuring the next generation of business leaders have the environmental know-how to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

The Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� has landed at #14 this year, climbing up two ranks from 2018.

Dobson startup tour showcases Desautels entrepreneurial spirit

��SM�� — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 19:53:59 +0000

In fall, the ��SM�� Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship went on the road as part of its annual Startup Tour. The six-week tour provided an opportunity for 10 teams to generate a buzz around their projects and network with industry experts and potential investors.

For prospective MBA students, flexibility is king

��SM�� — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 19:20:15 +0000

��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management is at the forefront of a national push to develop more flexible MBA programs. Starting this year, Desautels will offer 12- and 16- month alternatives to its traditional 20-month full-time MBA program. Dean Isabelle Bajeux-Besnainou explains why the expanded offering is essential to maintaining a competitive edge.

��SM�� Desautels MBA team wins Social Business Creation competition at HEC Montr��al

��SM�� — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 19:11:12 +0000

For the second year in a row, a team of ��SM�� Desautels MBA students won first prize in the Social Business Creation competition held at HEC Montr��al. The winning team unveiled their business plan for Turbodega, a social enterprise that would create management tools to help small grocers in emerging economies track their daily sales in real time. Jointly hosted by HEC Montr��al and the Yunus Centre, the competition challenges students to develop as social entrepreneurs.

Visit the links below for photos of Turbodega and last year��s winner, Kajou.

��SM��s revamped MBA program is more experiential, flexible

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:46:01 +0000

Dean Isabelle Bajeux-Besnainou highlights the key features of ��SM��-Desautels��s newly redesigned MBA program: a mandatory leadership course, a greater emphasis on experiential learning, and a more flexible pace. Now, students have the option to complete an accelerated full-time MBA in 12 months.

Alumna appointed CEO of major cannabis pharmaceutical company

��SM�� — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 16:49:14 +0000

Dr. Toni Rinow (MBA��06) has taken the reins of Pivot Pharmaceuticals, where she will drive expansion in key cannabis markets in Canada, the U.S., and the EU. Dr. Rinow brings to the table more than two decades of finance and business experience in the healthcare industry.

MBA alumna invests in next generation of business leaders

��SM�� — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 13:32:18 +0000

Dr. Elise Perrault?(MBA��07) recently made the Marquis ��Who��s Who�� list in recognition of her achievements in the field of business management. Dr. Perrault has racked up multiple awards for excellence in teaching and research as a professor at the College of Charleston��s School of Business and visiting professor at Brown University.

She leverages years of entrepreneurial experience in the arts, music, and technology industries to develop strategic, socially conscious business leaders.

MBA alumnus becomes Hollywood stuntman

��SM�� — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 19:08:53 +0000

There��s nothing predictable about the career trajectory of Andrew Comrie-Picard (MBA/LLB��01), who has accumulated an impressive body of stunt work in Hollywood films like Atomic Blonde and Hobbs & Shaw, the latest instalment of The Fast and the Furious franchise. Over the course of his career, Comrie-Picard has also tried his hand at law, race car driving, journalism, entrepreneurship, and hosting a reality TV show.

Finding Joy in Problem-Solving

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 20:12:02 +0000

Professor Karl Moore sits down with Cirque du Soleil��s Davide Pisanu (MBA��13) to find out what motivates him as he sets out to transform a company of 5,000 people.

MBA alumnus to drive Canadian expansion for commercial finance company

��SM�� — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:54:20 +0000

Alumnus Ronnie Bloom (MBA��04) has been appointed Managing Director of Originations for Great Rock Capital, a U.S.-based commercial finance company specializing in middle market lending. Mr. Bloom contributes deep expertise gained from origination roles at Wells Fargo Bank and the Royal Bank of Canada.

��SM�� ranks highest in Canada for producing female entrepreneurs

��SM�� — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 20:37:29 +0000

��SM�� ranks number 17 on the list of universities whose MBA programs produce the highest number of female start-up founders, making it the only non-U.S. institution to crack the top 25.

Go green, not paperless

��SM�� — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 18:23:36 +0000

Ren��e Yardley (MBA��97) shares her perspective on promoting innovation and sustainability in the pulp and paper industry. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Sustana Group, a producer of recycled fibres and paper products.

MBA alumnus appointed to lead Property Management Japan CBRE

��SM�� — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 20:42:47 +0000

Mitsuhiro Jimbo (MBA��14) was recently appointed to lead CBRE Japan��s Property Management Division. Mr. Jimbo brings to the table more than 20 years of corporate real estate experience in Japan and North America.

MBA alumnus joins board of Internet of Things company

��SM�� — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 21:00:06 +0000

Vikas Ranjan (MBA��00) recently joined the Board of Directors for Carl Data Solutions, an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) company founded in Vancouver in 2015. Mr. Ranjan brings more than 22 years of experience in entrepreneurship, investing, capital markets, and finance to the role.

Alumna Toni Rinow Appointed CEO of Pivot Pharmaceuticals

��SM�� — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 13:25:29 +0000

Dr. Toni Rinow (MBA ��06) was recently appointed to serve as the next CEO of Pivot Pharmaceuticals, a Vancouver-based biopharmaceutical company specializing in medical cannabis products.

With a doctorate in physical chemistry and 20 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, Dr. Rinow is well-positioned to drive global expansion in key cannabis markets in Canada, the U.S., and the EU.

MBA alumna using degree to improve U.S.-Japanese business relations

��SM�� — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 13:23:11 +0000

Professor Karl Moore interviews alumna Laura Younger (MBA��09) about her work as the executive director of the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ) and the practical advantages of earning an MBA.

MBA Japan alumnus excels in craft beer business

��SM�� — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 19:18:34 +0000

In an interview with Professor Karl Moore, Paul Speed (MBA��14), Co-founder and CEO of the Kyoto Brewing Co., sheds light on the MBA class that flipped his perspective and the road to setting up a thriving business in an foreign land.

MBA alumnus appointed to board of Alimera Sciences

��SM�� — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 19:03:16 +0000

John Snisarenko (MBA��91) has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Alimera Sciences, bringing with him decades of commercial experience in ophthalmology.

MBA alumna pursues love of bread

��SM�� — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 19:24:02 +0000

Dara Gallinger (MBA��15), CEO & Co-founder of Brodflour, dishes on the inspiration behind launching a one-stop organic flour mill and bakery in a bustling Canadian city.

Bob Dorrance on the future of finance

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Jun 2019 14:53:22 +0000

Bob Dorrance (MBA��77), Chairman, CEO and President of TD Securities and Group Head, Wholesale Banking, TD Bank Group explains how the finance industry has changed during his career and what it takes to thrive in the business.

Meet the best MBA professors

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 17:44:07 +0000

Congratulations to Professor Sujata Madan who was named by Poets & Quants among the favorite MBA professors for 2019.

Building a better business through data analytics

��SM�� — Tue, 21 May 2019 18:46:07 +0000

Discover how Professor Juan Serpa and a team of Desautels students are using data analytics to streamline operations for Santropol Roulant.

Read more in the ��SM�� Reporter

Armstrong project shortlisted for industry award

��SM�� — Wed, 15 May 2019 20:01:21 +0000

The Donald E. Armstrong Building, home of the Desautels MBA and specialized Master��s programs, has been shortlisted for Grands Prix du genie-conseil Qu��b��cois in the project management category.

Canada: A haven for MBA aspirants

��SM�� — Wed, 15 May 2019 19:53:15 +0000

Noting a steady rise in international applicants to the Desautels MBA, Professor Alfred Jaeger, Academic Director of MBA Programs, comments on what draws international applicants to?Canada.

Desautels MBA student among ones to watch

��SM�� — Mon, 13 May 2019 19:57:10 +0000

Mehreen Haider is named by Poets & Quants among the 2019 MBA students to look out for worldwide �C and it��s clear to see why as she shares her proudest achievements, career aspirations, and some fun facts about herself.

How networking can steer you toward the career of your dreams

��SM�� — Thu, 09 May 2019 18:12:04 +0000

Desautels MBA student Kris Manipon sheds light on the value of networking when it comes to learning more about an industry and finding your way as you navigate career paths.

MBA student makes list of best and brightest

��SM�� — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 17:43:51 +0000

Poets & Quants has named MBA student and former Desautels Graduate Student Society President Tegan Boaler among the best and brightest MBAs worldwide. In an interview, Tegan reflects on her proudest achievements at Desautels, her favorite classes, and some other little-known facts about herself.

Data analytics at the heart of NHL playoffs

��SM�� — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 21:00:46 +0000

Craig Buntin (MBA��13), Co-founder and CEO of sports analytics company Sportlogiq, shares how data analytics can give sports teams a serious competitive advantage, including those who are battling it out in the 2019 NHL playoffs. As an example, he refers to the surprising performance of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

MBA alumnus soars to new heights

��SM�� — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 18:35:15 +0000

Craig Landry (MBA��00), currently Vice President, Marketing at Air Canada, has been appointed President of the Air Canada Leisure Group.

In his new position, Mr. Landry will be responsible for the integrated leisure group, which consists of the Air Canada Vacations tour operator business and the leisure airline Air Canada rouge.

Igniting the power of data analytics

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 18:51:48 +0000

Discover how Professor Juan Serpa and the 16 Desautels students comprising a new food analytics club are revolutionizing the operations of beloved NPO Santropol Roulant �C and it��s all through the power of data analytics.

Read more in the ��SM�� Reporter

Here comes the (introverted) bride

��SM�� — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 15:05:04 +0000

With wedding season ramping up, Adrienne Jung (BA'10, MBA'15) and Professor?Karl Moore share tips on how introverted brides-to-be can make it through their big day, when all eyes will be on them.

MBA students take third spot in Milan

��SM�� — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 18:44:54 +0000

Congratulations to MBA students Kirill Gusev, Fiorella Rojas, and Sonia Torres who secured a third- place finish out of 11 international teams in the SDA Bocconi 5^th Annual International Finance Competition in Milan, Italy.

Faced with the theme of Evaluation of Investments in the Renewable Sector, the team pulled together a fully dynamic financial model and were able to analyze each solar panel plant separately.

A finalist finish in Bangkok

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 14:00:17 +0000

Congratulations to MBA students Paulo Caputo and Bryant Holt who were one of four?finalists and the winners of the best presentation in the Bangkok Business Challenge, organized by the Sasin School of Management.

As the sole team from Canada competing against 71 other teams from 20 different countries, Caputo and Holt pitched their startup venture, Current Finder, which helps companies tap into cultural data in order to develop predictive hiring practices based on culture fit.

Insights from the CEO of Yahsat

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:56:02 +0000

Masood Mahmood (MBA��06), CEO of Yahsat, a Middle Eastern satellite producer, joins CEO Magazine to discuss his plans for expansion into Africa and Brazil, as well as his approach to empowering his employees.

Bringing home the Net Impact Sustainability trophy

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 14:38:58 +0000

Team gREen, comprised of MBA students Heena Chhatlani, Mehreen Haider and Fang Yang earned a first-place finish in the Net Impact Sustainability Challenge, coming in victorious over 12 teams from MBA programs across Canada and the US. Haider was further recognized with the Best Speaker Award.

Hosted by the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University, the team competed to solve a live case for QuadReal Property Group on sustainable investing in real estate.

MBA alumnus on finding the FinTech wave

��SM�� — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 17:35:16 +0000

In conversation with Professor Karl Moore, Eytan Bensoussan (MBA��09), Co-founder and CEO of NorthOne, reflects on the importance of investing in yourself and the journey of finding your true course.

��You always want to be Michael Jordan on the basketball court, not Michael Jordan on the baseball field,�� he says.

Longevity means adaptation: Leadership insights from a Pratt & Whitney Senior VP

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 21:36:36 +0000

Maria Della Posta (BCom��85, MBA��91), Senior Vice President of Pratt & Whitney Canada visited the Desautels Faculty of Management on February 19 to share her perspective on corporate leadership, the importance of adaptation amid technological advancement, and the rise of analytics in a business setting.

In conversation with four Masters of Management in Analytics (MMA) students, Della Posta also shared takeaways on the manufacturing industry and the future career landscape.

Why big law firms are failing at retaining millennials

��SM�� — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 18:33:53 +0000

Joint Law-MBA graduate Aly Haji (BCL/LLB��18, MBA��18) shares his take on why the traditional values and incentives that underpin operations in major law firms do not appeal as strongly to millennial lawyers.

Desautels MBA��s score second place at Ivey

��SM�� — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 20:26:48 +0000

Congratulations to MBA students Julio Casta?eda and Daniel Franco who were awarded 2^nd place out of 18 local and international teams in the MBA Business Plan Competition.

Hosted by Ivey Business School, Casta?eda and Franco were recognized for their solution involving the digitalization of small grocery stores in Latin America.

Learn more

MBAs return home after experience of a lifetime in Dubai

��SM�� — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 15:48:55 +0000

MBA students: Tegan Boaler, Jessica Erdman, Aakash Gopalakrishnan, Robson Lazzarotto, and Duy Nguyen were recently in Dubai to participate in the World Government Summit 2019 Global Universities Challenge �C an experience that was transformative in many ways.

The World Government Summit 2019 Global Universities Challenge in Dubai, hosted by the UAE Government, brought together 19 top business and public policy schools to share five-minute pitches in front of a judging panel comprised of business and government leaders.

Why love blossoms in business school

��SM�� — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:48:55 +0000

On this Valentine��s Day, hear from a roster of happy couples, including Andrew Maxwell and Helen Leighton (MBA��81), as they share how their love stories blossomed during their MBA studies.

Blakes hires MBA alumnus

��SM�� — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 19:50:44 +0000

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP has appointed Hubert T. Lacroix (BCL��76, MBA��81), former president and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada, as its strategic counsel.

Lacroix will take on the new role of strategic counsel and will assist clients with the development of business strategies, governance, long-term planning and major deals.

And the coveted cup goes to...

��SM�� — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 19:36:31 +0000

Congratulations to Desautels MBA students: Hindul Bharadwaj, Paulo Caputo, Amelia Hirst, and Radhika Rana who won the 2019 Desautels Cup on February 1.

The team came in victorious over seven other teams comprised of MBA, MMA, and MMF students.

Their winning proposition involved adopting a lower risk strategy for a struggling company by halting movie production in the short run and moving into the Subscription Video on Demand (SVoD) business.

Off to the Rotman Design Challenge

��SM�� — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 18:56:46 +0000

This February, Desautels MBA students: Stephen Alvares, Ysa Cao, Aditya Chinnakonda, Rhea Dsouza, Intisar Ishtiaq, and Rodrigo Pomareda will compete in the Rotman Design Challenge. Representing ��SM��, they will compete against 31 teams from 17 different schools from all around the world.

An experience of a lifetime: An MBA student��s time in Davos

��SM�� — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 18:55:04 +0000

One year following her team��s 2nd place finish in the Business for a Better World Case Competition in Davos, Desautels MBA student Sandra Chang Urbina reflects on the transformative experience.

The team was recognized for their proposed Higher Education Right (HER) Bonds, which would provide low cost loans to make it possible for low- and middle- income young women in India to access higher education.

How to wow an MBA admissions team

��SM�� — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 20:46:54 +0000

Maclean��s surveys MBA admissions experts across Canada, such as Keum-Yeo Brochet of Desautels, to find out what sets an MBA application apart from the rest.

Sitting down with MBA Class of 2020

��SM�� — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 15:40:29 +0000

Poets & Quants takes an in-depth look at the ��SM�� Desautels MBA program and spotlights 12 of the 63 accomplished students comprising the MBA Class of 2020. Learn more about their journey.

Maximizing your next business trip

��SM�� — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 18:08:05 +0000

Roohi Saeed (MBA��06), Head of Communications at Autodesk, is no stranger to travelling for business.

In a recent blog post, she shares her top five tips for making the most of your next business trip.

Are Canadian MBA programs feeling the Trump effect?

��SM�� — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 18:06:01 +0000

Les Affaires sits down with Desautels�� Assistant Director of MBA Admissions, Antoinette Molino, to gauge whether the Trump Administration��s anti-immigration rhetoric is having an impact on Canadian MBA applications.

2019 FT Global MBA Ranking

��SM�� — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 16:50:56 +0000

The 2019 Financial Times Global MBA ranking places the Desautels MBA program 87th globally and 2nd in Canada.

The program is 1st in Canada in the following nine of the twenty sub-categories evaluated:

Ready, set, eat! MBA alumna��s bakery is talk of town

��SM�� — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 18:37:09 +0000

Founded by Dara Gallinger (MBA��15), brodflour is the newest addition to Toronto��s bakery scene and sets itself apart by milling 100% of its own flour, which enhances the taste and nutritional value.

Canada welcomes MBA students with open arms

��SM�� — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 19:28:16 +0000

Leading American business schools �C traditionally the cr��me de la cr��me of MBA education - are seeing a drop in applicants in favor of other markets, particularly Canada.

Adam Halpert?(MBA��10), Associate Director of MBA Career Services at Desautels explains what might be drawing applicants north of the border.

Why Canada is scoring the top MBA applicants over US schools

��SM�� — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 19:53:44 +0000

While applications to American MBA programs are falling and those in Canada are on the rise, many are wondering what factors are at play; Antoinette Molino, Assistant Director of MBA Admissions at the Desautels Faculty of Management, comments.

According to Molino, not only are applicants drawn to Montreal �C a diverse and vibrant metropolis?�C but they are also seeking the small MBA class sizes available at the Faculty.

MBA alumnus named to Order of Canada

��SM�� — Mon, 07 Jan 2019 17:52:33 +0000

Congratulations to Darren Entwistle (MBA��88), President and Chief Executive Officer of TELUS, who was recently named to the Order of Canada.

Why law firms fail at retaining Millennials

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 19:16:44 +0000

According to Ali H��ji, joint ��SM�� MBA-Law graduate, while law firms pour significant resources into recruiting the best talent to join the ranks of their associates, they are ultimately failing to retain millennial lawyers.

A new head of consumer brands for Beiersdorf

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 18:00:54 +0000

Beiersdorf, the maker of Nivea skin creams, has appointed Asim Naseer (MBA��99), current P&G global marketing director for skin care, as head of consumer brands, effective January 1, 2019.

THE/WSJ ranks Desautels MBA first in Canada

��SM�� — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 18:56:51 +0000

Times Higher Education/Wall Street Journal has ranked Desautels 48th?in their 2018 Global 2 Year MBA Ranking.

Desautels?also places?1st in Canada overall, and is 1st in Canada for Outcomes, which measures alumni salary, opportunities, perception of degree worth, network and social good. Desautels is also 1st in Canada for Environment �C international student/staff and gender diversity.

Desautels MBAs sweep top spots at sustainable business competition

��SM�� — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:37:34 +0000

Congratulations to Desautels MBA students who won first and second place at the John Molson Sustainable Business Plan Competition, along with the two coach��s awards.

The competition unfolded on October 27 among eight teams from ��SM��, Concordia and HEC Montr��al collectively.

Read a summary of the team members and their winning proposals below.

TEAM PATRIMONEY, awarded 1st place and Coaching Award for ��Investable Business Idea��

Patrimoney �C a platform that provides undocumented immigrants in North America with access to financial services

Words of wisdom from MBA alumna

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:56:06 +0000

Enza Cignarella (MBA��94), life coach and pharmaceutical executive at Novartis, recently joined the School of Continuing Studies to share her experience of building a career and the value of lifelong learning.

��Careers as we know them, the notion that we have one career for our entire lives, is probably not something that is true nowadays, and this is really exciting,�� Cignarella says. ��It��s an opportunity to network and connect with people who are facing career transitions.��

A game-changing surgeon makes Canadian history

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:37:24 +0000

After five years of concerted practice and planning with a team of over 100 medical professionals, Daniel Borsuk (MDCM/MBA��06) has successfully led Canada��s first face transplant, forever changing the life of 64-year-old Maurice Desjardins of Quebec.

Concerning the relevance of his MBA studies, he��s not surprised that it proved invaluable. ��It was all about teamwork �C about managing people, knowing when to be and not be an alpha.��

A new MAA president, a new chapter for ��SM��

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:35:08 +0000

As ��SM�� ramps up its bicentennial anniversary planning, Inez Jabalpurwala (MBA'01), President and CEO of the Brain Canada Foundation, has signed on as the new President of the ��SM�� Alumni Association (MAA).

In an interview with ��SM�� News, Inez shares what this new role means to her and her fondest memories of ��SM��.

MBA alumnus�� startup highlighted by CNBC

��SM�� — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 19:01:56 +0000

SPORTLOGiQ, founded by MBA alumnus and Dobson Cup?winner Craig Buntin (MBA��13), has been named among the 100 most promising startups by CNBC.

Based in Montreal,?SPORTLOGiQ is a sports analytics firm that provides relevant data to teams and the media.

Craig Buntin��s pivot from the Olympics to business

��SM�� — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 15:45:23 +0000

Craig Buntin (MBA��13) charts his journey from figure skating stardom to his entry into the business world and decision to pursue an MBA at the Desautels Faculty of Management.

Buntin is presently the founder of Sportlogiq, an AI-powered sports analytics company that can glean insights from a single broadcast camera.

Experiential learning is key for modern MBA studies

��SM�� — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 20:31:52 +0000

La Presse explores how local MBA programs are increasingly weaving experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum.

For example, the MBA at the Desautels Faculty of Management is cited for its focus on developing an international mindset among students through study trips.

Desautels MBA places 60th in the world according to QS

��SM�� — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 19:16:19 +0000

The QS Global MBA Ranking?for 2019 has?been released and places the Desautels Faculty of Management 60th among 251 MBA programs. The Desautels MBA also excels in many specific areas considered; it is ranked 1st in Canada for Entrepreneurship & Alumni Success, and is tied for 1st in Diversity.

In addition, the Faculty scored higher than the global average in: Employability, Entrepreneurship & Alumni Outcomes, Thought Leadership and Diversity.

A glowing victory at HEC case competition

��SM�� — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 15:30:50 +0000

MONTREAL, Quebec. On the evening of the HEC Social Business Creation competition, ��SM�� start-up Kajou delivered, coming home with the First place prize of $15,000 for their business venture. Their business makes apple juice �C with the apple of the cashew tree.

The Trump effect proves favorable for Canadian MBA programs

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:15:18 +0000

As the anti-immigration rhetoric of the Trump administration escalates, increasing numbers of international students seeking an MBA program are looking to Canada instead.

Current Desautels MBA student Hamza Khalid is one such example.

Indeed, with overseas applications to the United States down 17 per cent annually as of last September over 2016, according to the U.S. State Department, Canada is getting a closer look as an attractive place to study and, importantly, work after graduation.

Canada: An appealing option for MBA grads

��SM�� — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:59:42 +0000

With a relaxed visa regime and strong job market, Canada has emerged as an excellent option for many prospective MBA students. Adam Halpert?(MBA��10), Associate Director of MBA Career Services, cites Canada��s embrace of diversity as a contributing factor.

��Canada��s multicultural landscape also makes it a very unique destination for international candidates to get an education and secure employment afterwards without fear of discrimination,�� he says.

A new school year brings new crop of promising MBAs

��SM�� — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 19:42:05 +0000

Laura Botelho de Carvalho, who previously worked in an environmental consulting firm, has just begun her MBA studies at the Desautels Faculty of Management.

In an interview with Poets & Quants she talks about her experience in the program so far and what made her choose Desautels over three other leading Canadian business schools.

Part of the answer lies in ��SM��s commitment to sustainability and her outstanding peers whom she likens to family.

TeamMTL: A winning standout at Solar Decathlon China competition

��SM�� — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 19:17:04 +0000

TeamMTL, a collaboration between students and faculty from ��SM�� and Concordia University, competed against 22 international teams to construct the best solar-powered house.

Setting a winning record, the team won first prize in three categories, including Market Appeal, to which Roman Celac (BCom ��18) and Jiawei Lin (MBA ��18) were instrumental.

MBA alumnus new Bombardier COO

��SM�� — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 13:29:04 +0000

Effective September 15, 2018, Danny Di Perna (MBA��97) will take on the role of Chief Operating Officer �C Aerospace at Bombardier.

In this new position, Di Perna will report directly to Alain Bellemare, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc. and will be responsible for leading the company��s aerospace engineering, procurement and transformation functions.

Employers on lookout for fresh MBA grads

��SM�� — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 19:01:06 +0000

A GMAC survey shows that, as compared to last year, companies are more likely to hire recent MBA graduates.

The experiences of Amy Dumoulin (MBA��18) seem to coincide with this data, as she sits down with The Globe and Mail to discuss how her time at Desautels helped her land a job in a major Toronto consulting firm.

��SM�� Student Team NutriPulse wins third place at 2018 Food Security Social Innovation Challenge

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 17:33:53 +0000

By Nii Addy

At the 2018 Social Innovation Challenge (SIC) held in Toronto on July 12, 2018, ��SM�� team NutriPulse was adjudged the third place winner among eight finalists, with a $10,000 cash prize.

MBA Next 50 Celebration

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 18:17:50 +0000

The Desautels community has come together for an amazing achievement.?

Thanks to incredible donor support, Desautels has a new home for our Masters programs - and extra space for our BCom students.?

Donors also created 34 new MBA awards for the #1 MBA Program in Canada and named more than 140 MBA Lockers.

These entrepreneurs want you to eat bugs

��SM�� — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 16:17:33 +0000

The edible bug business is expected to grow to a whopping $720 million by 2024.

Looking to meet demand is the Aspire Food Group, co-founded by former MBA student?Mohammed Ashour.

Next year, Aspire will scale its 25,000-square-foot operation into an adjacent building that is ten times larger.

Marcel Desautels honoured with the Friend of ��SM�� in Toronto Award

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 14:47:08 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management is delighted to announce that Marcel Desautels, CM, O.Ont., LLD��07, was honoured with the Friend of ��SM�� in Toronto Award at the inaugural ��SM�� Toronto Excellence Awards in Toronto at a special luncheon event on Thursday, June 7, 2018.

This new awards program is an exciting opportunity to showcase the outstanding accomplishments and celebrate the achievements of ��SM�� graduates and friends of ��SM�� in the Toronto area.

MBA alumnus to head the board of Capagro

��SM�� — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 16:52:13 +0000

Thomas Espiard (MBA��95) has been nominated to the Board of Directors for Capagro, effective June 1, 2018, bringing considerable international business expertise to the role.

Specifically, he has acquired over a decade of experience in Canada, the US, and France, particularly in the field of investments and management.

How Alain Bellemare is leading Bombardier toward brighter days

��SM�� — Fri, 04 May 2018 15:07:38 +0000

Brought in as a change agent a bit over three years ago, Bombardier CEO Alain Bellemare (MBA��93) is about halfway through a transformational five-year plan.

Along the way, he has weathered some of the toughest times for Bombardier.

In an interview with Professor Karl Moore, he sheds light on some of these challenges and on how he has managed to steer the organization toward greater stability.

eXplorance recognized for innovative company culture

��SM�� — Tue, 01 May 2018 13:39:47 +0000

eXplorance, led by Desautels Global Expert Samer Saab (BEng'93, MBA'96), is ranked in the top ten on the Great Place to Work Institute��s Canadian list, making it the first ranked organization from the province of Quebec.

��Our ��policy of none�� encourages individual free-will that fuels our growth and business performance,�� says Samer Saab, CEO of eXplorance.

DTC Perspectives Announces Desautels alumna as top marketer for 2018

��SM�� — Fri, 27 Apr 2018 15:52:03 +0000

Kim Gariepy (MBA��06), Senior Director �C Mydayis Commercial Lead, Neuroscience Business Unit, Shire has been named among the Top 25 Marketers of the Year by DTC Perspectives.?

��These elite pharmaceutical marketing professionals are this year��s top contributors to the advancement of patient outcomes via direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical education and marketing,�� says DTC Perspectives Chairman and CEO Robert Ehrlich.

Marketing Campaign: Who's behind Desautels?

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Apr 2018 15:18:42 +0000

Can we find a tailor-made cure for tuberculosis?

Learn more about how Desautels students leverage their many strengths to make a difference.

Ashesh Mukherjee discusses ��The Internet Trap�� with Bertrand Cesvet, CEO of Sid Lee

��SM�� — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 20:46:14 +0000

April 4, 2018 marked the launch of Professor Ashesh Mukherjee��s latest book, The Internet Trap: Five Costs of Living Online, in which he uses the latest research in consumer psychology to highlight the five hidden costs of living online: too many temptations, too much information, too much customization, too many comparisons, and too little privacy.

Demystifying business school rankings

��SM�� — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 20:34:43 +0000

Professor Steve Fortin, Associate Dean Masters Programs at the Desautels Faculty of Management, sat down with La Presse to discuss the hot topic of rankings, touching on what the influencing factors are, and why it is not always the most reliable way to evaluate the quality of a business school.

For 2018, the Financial Times Global MBA Ranking placed the Desautels MBA program as #1 in Canada and #78 in the world.

Business school initiatives to back LGBTQ MBAs

��SM�� — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 20:33:31 +0000

A recent article published by Business Because highlights many Canadian business schools, particularly the Desautels Faculty of Management, for their initiatives that support inclusive LGBTQ MBA programs.

MBA student Olivier Forgues leads this initiative at Desautels through the OUTlook on Business Club, which is committed to ��bridging the gap between the professional world and academia through its strategic existence within the management faculty.��

Competition success for MBA exchange student

��SM�� — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 18:21:19 +0000

Luiz Barreto, an MBA exchange student at Desautels, represented the Faculty as a finalist in the Wharton People Analytics Case Competition, which took place on March 22 in Philadelphia.

He entered the competition under the guidance of Professor Brian Rubineau and his People Analytics course.

Luiz presented his case to a panel of leading industry and academic representatives, as well as competition attendees.

Recapping the Desautels Graduate Management Challenge (DGMC)

��SM�� — Thu, 15 Mar 2018 18:26:22 +0000

The Desautels Graduate Management Challenge (DGMC) brings together MBA students from top universities across Canada to tackle real business problems faced by companies today. DGMC 2018 was hosted by the ��SM�� Case Competition Association (MCCA) on March 10th, 2018.

Desautels Global Expert: Sarah Neilson

��SM�� — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 19:04:03 +0000

Sarah Neilson, MBA��04, Portfolio Manager at RBC Global Asset Management

Monday, March 12th, 2018

Guest Lecture with MBA students in Modern Corporate Finance and BCom students in Corporate Finance �C both with Sujata Madan

A great milestone for Aspire Food Group

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 21:16:51 +0000

Aspire Food Group, a manufacturer of food products made from crickets co-founded by former MBA student?Mohammed Ashour, announced that it has acquired Exo, a producer of protein bars made from crickets.

According to Ashour, ��There was such a great meeting of minds it very quickly evolved into Aspire acquiring Exo. The synergy and logic just make sense��.

Former Cisco CEO sees big promise in crickets as food

��SM�� — Wed, 07 Mar 2018 20:44:27 +0000

The former Cisco Systems CEO, John Chambers, has emerged as a public advocate for the Aspire Food Group��s edible cricket foods.

What��s more, he has pledged to invest in the promising company co-founded by former Desautels MBA student?Mohammed Ashour. For the record, his favorite flavor is sea salt and vinegar.?

Desautels Global Expert: Kory Williams

��SM�� — Tue, 06 Mar 2018 15:20:49 +0000

Kory Williams, MBA'04, Principal,
K Williams Consulting

Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Mr. Williams guest lectured in two sections of Strategic Management (MGCR 423) with Prof. Kwangjun An. He discussed the real life applications of strategy and provided several case examples.

In particular he analyzed the strategic approach of Apple, particularly as it related to the development and launch of the iPod.

Perspectives on online MBA education

��SM�� — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 21:05:33 +0000

According to the Financial Times, the landscape of MBA programs worldwide is showing a favorable shift toward online education. Dean Isabelle Bajeux shares her perspective on one of the most notable evolutions seen in MBA studies.

Once widely seen as inferior to on-campus degrees, Dean Bajeux states that online MBA programs ��are now becoming accepted as a true �� and often preferred �� alternative rather than simply a substitute [for] traditional in-person MBAs��.

Azimut appoints Desautels alumna as director

��SM�� — Fri, 02 Mar 2018 18:18:32 +0000

Azimut Exploration Inc. has appointed Angelina Mehta (MBA��02) as its new company director, effective February 27, 2018.

In addition to an MBA, Mehta holds a degree in mining engineering and is also pursuing a Masters of Law at York University. She has previously worked as an investment manager at The Sentient Group and has gained both technical and corporate experience with Rio Tinto's subsidiary, Iron Ore Company of Canada.

Insights into the top-ranking Desautels MBA

��SM�� — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 16:34:05 +0000

In a recent interview, Marie-Eve Roy, Director of Recruitment and Marketing and Keum-Yeo Brochet, Associate Director of Recruitment and Marketing for the Desautels MBA sat down to share insights into the nature and quality of the program.?

Along the way, they share information about the MBA program��s culture, admissions and illustrious alumni.

Students on what makes Canada��s #1 MBA program special

��SM�� — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 16:16:19 +0000

With news that Desautels�� MBA program was ranked first in Canada and 78th in the world in the 2018 Financial Times?(FT) Global MBA ranking, The ��SM�� Tribune talks to current MBA students about what makes their program so attractive �C from its small class sizes and international make-up, to its emphasis on gender balance in program cohorts.

The Armstrong Building as a new frontier for Desautels

��SM�� — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 16:07:40 +0000

In January 2018, the Donald E. Armstrong Building, the new home for Desautels�� MBA and Masters programs, opened officially for classes.

Just under two months since its inauguration, The ��SM�� Reporter delves into the benefits that this expansion has brought for all in the Faculty.

For example, in line with student feedback, the new building brings additional spaces for group work and quiet study areas, which will surely enhance learning.

Business schools recognise internationalism as the ticket to bright future

��SM�� — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 16:44:56 +0000

As it becomes increasingly clear that the leaders of tomorrow will need to have experience working with international markets, Canadian MBA programs are heeding the call to integrate international exposure into their curriculum.

Professor Alfred Jaeger, Academic Director of the MBA program, comments on how the Faculty has made this a top priority.

Top-ranked MBA program in Canada

��SM�� — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 19:57:42 +0000

The Globe and Mail reports on the recent Financial Times MBA Ranking ranking, which places Desautels as the top-ranking MBA program in Canada and 78th in the world.

Financial Times Ranks Desautels MBA #1 in Canada

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 18:09:48 +0000

The Desautels MBA program is ranked #1 in Canada and 78th in the world by the 2018 Financial Times Global MBA Ranking��one of only three Canadian schools who made the list.

Every year, the FT ranks the world��s best 100 MBA programs using multiple criteria.?

The MBA Class of 2014 was surveyed for this ranking.

Desautels MBA��s win second place in Davos

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 15:10:30 +0000

Congratulations to Desautels MBA students Sandra Chang Urbina, Yen Nguyen, Shubhangi Shahi, and Fang Yang who secured second place at the final round of the Business for a Better World Case Competition.

Marketing Campaign: Who's behind Desautels?

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 18:06:47 +0000

How can food help narrow the social divide in our cities?

Learn more about how Desautels students are behind some of the most meaningful social enterprises.

Desautels Global Expert: Chandra Kumar

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:12:36 +0000

Chandra Kumar, MBA��91

President of Nestle, Confectionary

Monday January 22, 2018

Mr. Kumar gave a guest lecture in Operations Management with our BCom students. He discussed the importance of operations and how it is the backbone of any successful organization. He provided several examples of the operational difficulties that Nestle faces and their strategic initiatives to overcome those challenges.

Desautels Global Expert: Darshan Jain

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 16:58:54 +0000

Darshan Jain, MBA��88

Head of Technology & Operations, The Burnie Group

Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Mr. Jain gave a guest lecture in Operations Management with our BCom students. He encouraged students to consider a career in operations management and become ��change champions�� in their organizations. He also provided a case example of the value chain and how they can look for areas of improving operational efficiency in any organization.

��SM�� at the World Economic Forum 2018

��SM�� — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:50:41 +0000

��SM�� is participating in the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland. ��SM�� is, once again, the sole Canadian member of the Global University Leaders Forum.

Principal and Vice-Chancellor Suzanne Fortier will be joining a prominent public panel that will tackle questions on youth mental health. Furthermore, Desautels MBA students will be competing in a case competition in Davos and will be presenting their findings to high-profile judges.

Desautels MBA recognized for innovation in Canadian business education

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 20:31:40 +0000

As published by Business Because, the Desautels Faculty of Management is among the top five Canadian business schools that are leading innovation in their MBA programs.

��We have historically been working at the frontier of knowledge. The world just lives closer to that frontier today,�� Dean Isabelle Bajeux comments.

MBA alumna joins Onex to lead its Capital Market Efforts

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:52:33 +0000

As one of the most established and successful private equity firms, Onex announced Nehal Abdel Hakim (MBA��06) as Managing Director, Capital Markets in their New York office.

Hakim formerly worked with Morgan Stanley in the Global Capital Markets Group and was a member of Credit Suisse��s Financial Sponsors team.

Discover more in this news release.?

Armstrong Building opens to students

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:27:09 +0000

Our new MBA & Masters building is named for Professor Donald E. Armstrong, PhD��54 (1925-2011).

The 48,666 sq. ft. expansion by EKM brings new dedicated teaching and learning spaces that benefit all in the Faculty.

While the building is open for students as of January 2018, the grand opening is slated for May 25-27.

Desautels alumnus on fit and misfit in the workplace

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 19:51:12 +0000

An article authored by Paul Chipperton (MBA��04), lecturer in strategic innovation, entrepreneurship, and marketing at Smith School of Business, cautions that organizations, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SME��s), should be wary about integrating so-called organizational misfits, as it risks putting the company in peril.

Rather than investing valuable time and resources into finding ways for them to mesh better with the organization, it is best to let them go instead, says Chipperton.

District m employees recognised as greatest asset

��SM�� — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 15:39:34 +0000

District m, co-founded by Jean-Fran?ois C?t��, is a digital advertising agency that develops technological platforms to help advertisers target their audiences more effectively.

Having experienced considerable growth over the last five years, they recognise that much of their success is owed to their employees.

With their sights set on the future, the company continues to invest heavily in professional development, with three members of their team currently pursuing their MBA studies at the Desautels Faculty of Management.

Canada is a big draw for American MBA students

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 20:41:15 +0000

Current MBA trends reveal that an increased number of American students are declining offers from domestic MBA programs in favor of Canadian ones.

Part of the appeal lies in Canada��s diversity, which current Desautels MBA student Jessica Erdman greatly appreciates.?

Desautels Global Expert: Jonathan Goodman

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 17:29:25 +0000

Jonathan Goodman, BA'89, LLB'93, MBA'94

President & CEO, Knight Therapeutics Inc

Thursday, December 7, 2017?

Top 8 reasons for pursuing an MBA

��SM�� — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 21:46:06 +0000

?????????A student may pursue an MBA degree for many reasons beyond simply advancing his or her career.

As Marie-Eve Roy, Director of Recruitment and Marketing at Desautels shares, this can include the desire to develop strong business skills to complement technical abilities.

Other reasons listed include: growing a network, gaining international exposure, and making a difference in society.?

The future of food can be found in insects

��SM�� — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 21:31:54 +0000

Restauranteurs and entrepreneurs around the world are heeding the call for more sustainable food sources. Among them is the Aspire Food Group, which has recently doubled its production of crickets for human consumption at its Texas farm.

And they are not the only ones to recognise the value of insects as food. The edible bug business is booming, with a global market of $33 million in 2015, according to the research firm Global Market Insights, which expects it to grow 40 percent by 2023.

Desautels Global Expert: Matthew Ingrassia

��SM�� — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 15:47:19 +0000

Matthew Ingrassia, MBA��07

Senior Partner, Applied Research Investments

Wednesday November 29th, 2017

Mr. Matthew Ingrassia gave a guest lecture to the Masters of Management in Finance (MMF) students.

Desautels Global Expert: James McMullan

��SM�� — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 17:05:48 +0000

James McMullan, MBA'88

Senior Vice-President, Caisse de d��p?t et placement du Qu��bec

Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Mr. James McMullan gave a guest lecture to the Honours in Investment Management (HIM) students.

He gave an overview of the credit investment process at CDPQ, a firm with over $286 billion under management. He also discussed the investment lifecycle and the importance of managing relationships beyond the exit phase of a deal.

QS Global MBA 2018

��SM�� — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 17:34:49 +0000

According to the QS Global MBA Rankings 2018, the MBA program at the Desautels Faculty of Management has placed 66th in the world among over 200 schools.

The ranking considers a variety of aspects, with the Faculty ranking above the global and national averages for Thought Leadership and Employer Reputation.

Learn more

Desautels Global Expert: Samer Saab, BEng'93, MBA'96, CEO and founder of eXplorance Inc.

��SM�� — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 20:51:39 +0000

Samer Saab, BEng'93, MBA'96, CEO and founder of eXplorance Inc.

November 20, 2017

Guest Lectured in Technological Entrepreneurship (BUSA 691) with Prof. Michael Avedesian

Guest Lecture: Johanne Mullen

��SM�� — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 17:32:34 +0000

Johanne Mullen, MBA��92, Partner at PwC

Monday, November 13, 2017

Guest Lectures in Corporate Finance (FINE 342) with Prof. Sujata Madan

Ms. Johanne Mullen gave a guest lecture in Prof. Madan��s Corporate Finance course with our BCom students. She explained her role at PwC and broke down the topic of Project Finance, giving practical examples from her career.

An MBA alumna��s vision for the future of Canadian construction

��SM�� — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 20:57:07 +0000

As the new President of the Canadian Construction Association (CCA), Mary Van Buren (MBA��88) shares insight into her strategic objectives and priorities for the organization.

In stepping into her new role, Van Buren elaborates on her mission to revamp the image of the construction industry, highlight its role in promoting sustainability, and position it favorably in the wake of technological transformation.

Desautels Global Expert announcement: Chandra Kumar

��SM�� — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 16:15:26 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management welcomes Chandra Kumar, President of the Confectionery Business at Nestl�� Canada, as a Desautels Global Expert.

Desautels MBA alumnus to head PSX

��SM�� — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 22:19:09 +0000

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved the appointment of Richard Morin (MBA��88) as chief executive officer of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).

Morin is the co-founder of Montreal-based investment management firm Landry Morin Inc. He has also headed the Stock Exchange of Mauritius, and has served as vice president of National Bank Securities.

Desautels Global Expert: Stephen Kay

��SM�� — Fri, 03 Nov 2017 16:22:07 +0000

Stephen Kay, BA'83, MBA'90, US & Canada leader of Marsh��s Political Risk & Structured Credit practice

Thursday, November 2, 2017

Guest Lectures in Strategies for Developing Countries (MGPO 475) and Strategic Management: Developing Countries (MGPO 651) with Prof. Paola Perez-Aleman

A new role for Desautels alumna, Rima Qureshi

��SM�� — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 20:45:16 +0000

Rima Qureshi (BCom��87, MBA��96), former president and CEO of Ericsson North America, has been named executive vice president and chief strategy officer for Verizon Communications Inc., effective November 6, 2017.

In this role, she will take over responsibility for the development and implementation of Verizon's overall corporate strategy, including business development and strategic investments.

Quantum International Income names new board chairman

��SM�� — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 17:32:20 +0000

Quantum International Income Corp. has appointed Chad Williams (MBA��93) as chairman of the board of directors. Williams is currently the director of the corporation, and is the president and chief executive officer of Red Cloud Klondike Strike Inc.

To this role, be brings two decades of experience in corporate finance and management, having previously held the positions of chief executive officer of Victoria Gold Corp., and head of mining investment banking at Blackmont Capital Inc.

MBA alumnus appointed to Board of Vitalhub

��SM�� — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 15:03:35 +0000

Vitalhub Corp. has announced the appointment of Mohan Plakkot (MBA'09), Partner and Chief Strategist at Valsef Capital, to its Board of Directors.

In this role, Plakkot will use his ��extensive experience and analytical skills�� to further the strategic plans of the Toronto-based organization.

Desautels MBA alumna takes the helm at CCA

��SM�� — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 15:00:16 +0000

Mary Van Buren (MBA'88)?has been appointed president of the Canadian Construction Association (CCA), bringing years of experience to the role.

Van Buren has worked in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors and has held executive roles at leading organizations, including the Canadian Medical Association's subsidiary, MD Financial Management, and Export Development Canada.

Crickets: a healthy food choice that��s tasty too

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 21:43:48 +0000

Former MBA student Mohammed Ashour?and the Aspire Group have come a long way since winning the Hult Prize in 2013 for their vision of creating a high-tech cricket farm to produce foods for human consumption.

The Aspire Group has since erected a 25,000-square-foot building in Austin, Texas, which produces roughly 22 million crickets every month.

Despite great headway, Ashour recounts his plans for further expansion, along with the nutritional benefits of crickets.

Desautels MBA program ranks among Top 10 for sustainability

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 21:39:39 +0000

Corporate Knights has released its 2017 Top 40 Better World MBA ranking, and the Desautels Faculty of Management has placed 9th among top business schools who put issues of sustainability at the core of business education.

Announcement of Knight Therapeutics CFO resignation

��SM�� — Wed, 11 Oct 2017 15:54:30 +0000

Knight Therapeutics has announced the resignation of its chief financial officer, as the company��s president and Desautels International Faculty Advisory Board member, Samira Sakhia (BCom��90, DPA��94, MBA��01), takes on the additional responsibility of CFO.

In doing so, Sakhia will leverage her 14 years of prior experience as CFO for Paladin Labs Inc.

Digitisation vs. textbooks: the debate continues

��SM�� — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 20:09:00 +0000

The general trend among MBA programs worldwide points to a rise in digitised course readings, as opposed to the use of bulky textbooks.

The digital distribution of course materials has not, however, been favored by business students everywhere.

Are crickets the meal staple of the future?

��SM�� — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 20:03:23 +0000

Mohammed Ashour, co-founder of Aspire Food Group, received the Highly Commended Award at FoodBytes, a startup competition that supports innovative ideas in food and agriculture. The Aspire Group transforms crickets into high-protein powder and snacks, and are looking to expand their market into the U.S., where the aversion to insects as food seems to prevail.

Ben Plomion talks startups, skateboards, and Donald Trump

��SM�� — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 15:44:53 +0000

??????????For French native Ben Plomion (MBA��07), his early teenage years consisted of skateboards, Nirvana, and an unshakable dream of relocating to the U.S. After completing his studies in Canada, he made his dreams a reality by securing work at General Electric in New York.

Since then, he has moved into the startup scene in California, working as Chief Marketing Officer for GumGum, an artificial intelligence company. He remains, however, wary of Donald Trump��s stance on immigration and how this might impact his future in the U.S.?

LIMRA names Desautels alumnus to list of financial innovators

��SM�� — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 15:39:54 +0000

LIMRA has released its 2017 Rising Stars of Innovation under 40 list and Jean-Michel Lavoie (MBA��09), Assistant Vice President, Product Development, Group Benefits at Sun Life Financial has made the final cut.

The list recognises individuals across many areas of the financial services who are using an innovative approach to their business practice and day-to-day activities.

Montreal is the place to be for Desautels MBA student

��SM�� — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 20:09:21 +0000

Desautels MBA student, Moises Meza, originates from Venezuela, but has lived all over the world. After working for five years in consulting, Meza always envisaged pursuing his MBA studies in a vast metropole like New York.

Montreal, however, has far exceeded his expectations thanks to its unique multiculturalism and multilingualism, as well as its work-life balance and reputation as a hub for innovation.

Desautels alumna and former Ericsson exec joins Verizon as CSO

��SM�� — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:01:07 +0000

Light Reading reports that after leaving her position as Head of Ericsson North America, Rima Qureshi (BCom��87, MBA��96) has been hired as Verizon��s new Chief Strategy Officer. She will be working for CEO Lowell McAdam.

Qureshi has a deep understanding of the issues involved with running a successful tech company in today��s network-heavy reality: she started at Ericsson as a system analyst in 1993, before moving up through the ranks.

Desautels alumna on law, business and her transgender journey

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Sep 2017 18:34:00 +0000

Marie Laure Leclercq (MBA) started her career, and indeed her life, as a male. According to the Canadian Bar Association��s (CBA) National Magazine, when she began the process of changing her gender in 1995, it was what she calls an act of survival.

For years, the former Mr Leclercq had been hiding growing feelings of unease in his gender and suffering from depression, but at the time, transgender people had to jump through hoops before becoming eligible for gender-reassignment surgery.

Desautels alumnus joins Bersay & Associ��s

��SM�� — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 18:37:34 +0000

A recent piece in Le monde du droit announces that French business law firm Bersay & Associ��s has brought Thibault Lasserre (MBA'07) on board as an associate. Mr Lasserre concentrates on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity. Before joining Bersay & Associ��s, he advised several corporations about international mergers, acquisitions and spinoffs; and worked at Law firms such as Veil Jourde, Coudert Brothers and Jones Day.

Desautels alumnus and sustainable construction boss interviewed by Canadian Business Journal

��SM�� — Mon, 11 Sep 2017 17:21:10 +0000

Jason Wood��s (MBA��94) construction company, Diamond Head Development, has been a going concern in Squamish, BC for over 10 years now. He sat down with Canadian Business Journal to talk about his development as an entrepreneur, his work history, his company��s dual role as a builder and a developer, and building sustainability into new construction projects.

Desautels alumnus to bring video hockey analysis to soccer

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 20:09:39 +0000

Craig Buntin (MBA��13) is a Desautels alumnus, a former figure skating champion, and the CEO of hockey analysis company Sportlogiq. The company��s software uses video and machine learning to track what players are doing on the ice, and help them up their game.

The software is being used by 22 NHL franchises; Mr Buntin��s team has just raised $5 million towards improving the system and expanding into soccer, with five teams in North America and Europe already signed on.

Desautels alumnus interviewed about his new job as CEO of Soho Square

��SM�� — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 20:37:03 +0000

Sumanto Chattopdhyay (MBA��90) recently sat down with Impact to discuss his new job as Chairman and CEO of Indian marketing powerhouse Soho Square. The former Ogilvy & Mather Creative Director has only been at the job for a month, but he has already taken steps to set the tone in terms of the corporate culture and the corporate vision.

Desautels alumnus appointed chair of ��SM�� Board of Governors

��SM�� — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 17:19:08 +0000

Ram Panda (MEng��71, MBA��77) is the new chair of the ��SM�� Board of Governors. He came to Canada from his native India in 1968 to study electrical engineering at ��SM��, and never left. In 1978, he co-founded metal-industry software maker Invera Inc., which rapidly became a major player in its market.

Desautels alumnus new director at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

��SM�� — Wed, 23 Aug 2017 19:03:16 +0000

According to a piece at BarrieToday.com, Dr. Mark Kotowycz (MBA��01, MDCM��04) is moving from the Windsor Regional Hospital to the new Advanced Cardiac Centre at the Royal Victoria Health Centre as Director of Advanced Cardiac Care / Catheterization Labs. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role, having worked at Toronto��s University Health Network and Northumberland Hills Hospital.

Desautels alumnus and Global Expert rebuilds after major biking accident

��SM�� — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 20:40:07 +0000

Jonathan Ross Goodman?(BA��89, MBA/LLB��93) is the CEO of Montreal-based pharmaceutical company Knight Therapeutics and a Desautels Global Expert. He is also a textbook case of how to overcome adversity: A 2011 biking accident left him in a coma for weeks and caused massive brain damage. Even today, his short-term memory is poor and he has trouble eating. But Mr. Goodman is also still a CEO and a leader in the pharma trade.

Desautels alumna on Auto Remarketing Canada��s Under Forty list

��SM�� — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 17:46:51 +0000

The Remarketing Under Forty list in Auto Remarketing Canada��s Special Conference Issue is a roundup of the industry��s brightest young minds. Desautels grad Stephanie Turner?(MBA'15) is the Senior Manager for Strategy and Business Development at Cox Automotive Canada in Toronto, where she has been since 2015.

Change is in the air for European EMBAs

��SM�� — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 17:30:46 +0000

A recent piece in Poets & Quants for Execs looks at how EMBAs are at a crossroads: As companies are less willing to invest in an EMBA for an employee��s advancement, those execs are looking more and more towards entrepreneurship, which was once the wheelhouse of the MBA set; and B schools are, in turn, facing disruption from microlearning tech startups.

��SM�� X-1 Accelerator: seventh week at a glance

��SM�� — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 16:58:20 +0000

Week seven of the ��SM�� X-1 Accelerator was all about two things: Announcing a transformative $2 million gift from the John Dobson Foundation, and setting up for the upcoming Demo Days.

Desautels alumna appointed Regional Sales Director for Cambium Networks�� DACH region

��SM�� — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 15:53:16 +0000

Wireless broadband solutions specialist Cambium Networks has named Munich-based Tabatha von K?lichen (MBA��91) as the new Regional Sales Director for Germany, Austria and Switzerland, known collectively as the DACH region. She will be responsible for management solutions, Wi-Fi and Industrial Internet of Things activities, as well as for expanding the company��s network of resellers throughout the region. Ms. von K?lichen will answer to senior Europe Sales Director Allesio Murroni.

Desautels alumnus on CIO��s top 40 under 40 list

��SM�� — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:13:24 +0000

Chief Investment Officer��s Class of 2017 Forty Under Forty list is out. It��s a roundup and Q&A with forty up-and-coming investment leaders from across the globe, selected by anonymous nomination.

Desautels alumnus appointed director at Quantum

��SM�� — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:16:51 +0000

According to Stockwatch.com, Quantum International Income Corp. has announced that Red Cloud Klondike Strike CEO and Desautels alumnus Chad Williams (BEngr�� 89, MBA��93) has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Mr. Williams has plenty of experience to draw on: he��s on the Board at Denver Gold Group, and has worked in senior management at Victoria Gold, Blackmont Capital and TD bank. He also founded Westwind Capital and Agilith Capital, as well as his current company, which specializes in mining-sector growth financing and investment.

Desautels alumnus named group VP at Shire

��SM�� — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 13:29:59 +0000

Desautels alumnus John Snisarenko (BSc��86 and MBA��91) has been appointed Group VP of the Ophthalmology Business Unit for Shire US. He comes to Shire from Genentech, where he was VP Sales and Marketing. Before that, he worked on long-term strategy for Novaris Pharma Canada and started an ophthalmology division for CIBA Vision. He has also worked for Alcon Canada and Allergan Canada.

Mr. Snisarenko is filling the spot left vacant by Robert Dempsey, who has moved up to VP of Global Ophthalmics.

Bombardier claims that rough times are in the past

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:38:24 +0000

It��s been a rough ride for Bombardier��s management, workforce, and stock prices; but VP Investor relations Patrick Ghoche says that the company has navigated through the worst of it and is now delivering on its plan to be at the break-even point by late next year.

Desautels alumnus appointed to board at Rideau

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:18:12 +0000

Lester Fernandes (MBA��82) has been appointed to lead the audit committee of Montreal-based human-capital manager Rideau Recognition Solutions. The company is in full-on expansion mode; according to CEO Peter Hart, Mr. Fernandes�� experience will help the company hit its goals. And that experience is extensive: he��s been senior VP and CFO at Pivotal Payments since 2001. Before that, he spent a decade at BMO. He was also on the board of Castle Resources until 2016.

Desautels alumnus promoted at CIBC

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:14:48 +0000

According to BNN.ca, changes are afoot at CIBC: a shakeup of the management team has two department heads leaving the company, as well as a couple of promotions. One of those promotions sees Desautels alumnus Jon Hountalas (BCom��84, MBA��91), bumped up to Group Head, Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, Canada from his previous role of running the company��s commercial banking arm. This comes as CEO Victor Dodig announces that some 40 junior executives are being moved around as well.

Nadia Marley named Desautels Global Expert

��SM�� — Thu, 06 Jul 2017 18:58:15 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management welcomes Nadia Marley (BA��99, MBA��03), Director of Credit Solutions, Scotiabank Global Banking and Markets, as its latest Desautels Global Expert.

Desautels alumnus named Vid��otron��s Senior VP and CFO

��SM�� — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 17:10:53 +0000

Philippe Cloutier (MBA'02) is the new Senior VP and CFO at Vid��otron, reporting directly to CEO Manon Brouillette. He will oversee the financial operations, procurement, and Vid��otron��s community channel, MAtv. Previously, he had been with Mission Capital Group, VP of North American Operations for Reader��s Digest, and the President of Quad/Graphics Canada. As Mr. Cloutier takes the reins of Vid��otron��s business plan, Ms. Brouillette hails him as ��a brilliant financial strategist who will undoubtedly propel the organization towards success and excellence.��

A conversation with ��SM�� Dobson Cup judge Kelly Megyery

��SM�� — Wed, 28 Jun 2017 14:40:02 +0000

Desautels alumna Kelly Megyery (MBA��92) was one of the Health Sciences judges at the ��SM�� Dobson Cup 2017. She is a partner at Pivot Strategic Transformation, where she works on healthcare policy and life sciences. Previously, she was at Sanofi, where she led efforts around wellness and prevention.

��SM�� X-1 Accelerator: second week at a glance

��SM�� — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 13:53:43 +0000

Week 2 of the ��SM�� X-1 Accelerator is done! From an opening session with serial entrepreneur Luc Giguere, the week progressed through a second look at Bill Aulet��s Disciplined Entrepreneurship; then design thinking with Juniper founder Mike Ross (MBA'11) who discussed a five-step approach, plus the value of in-depth customer interviews.

Finally, for the second Grilled by CEO session, AON3D��s Randeep Singh tested the participants and talked up the value of sky-high goals and a big hit of confidence.

How to keep showrooming from killing your business

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 15:04:27 +0000

Salesfloor CEO and Desautels alumnus Oscar Sachs (BA��96, MBA��99) knows his stuff when it comes to showrooming and the retail overhaul. His company specializes in helping retailers transition into a new paradigm that merges e-commerce with a personalized on-site shopping experience.

Introducing our newest Global Experts

��SM�� — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 16:25:05 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management welcomes Darshan Jain (MBA��88) and Harsha Rajamani (BCom��06) as its latest Desautels Global Experts.

Management and the millennial challenge

��SM�� — Fri, 19 May 2017 14:17:14 +0000

A recent episode of Desautels Professor Karl Moore��s The CEO Series podcast takes a deep-dive into a subject at the top of many a manager��s mind: millennial workers, their needs, and the management styles they respond to best.

His guests were millennials Mariama Dupuis and Stefanie Kutteh, both of whom are Desautels MBA students who are simultaneously holding down careers.

Rima Qureshi leaves Ericsson North America after less than a year as boss

��SM�� — Tue, 16 May 2017 14:01:33 +0000

After less than a year at the job, Ericsson Senior VP and head of North American operations Rima Qureshi (BCom��87, MBA��96) has left the company. Chief Strategy Officer Niklas Hueveldop has stepped in on an interim basis, and the company has started the search for a permanent replacement. Ericsson is in the midst of a turnaround, streamlining operations and bumping up its investment in R&D.

Desautels alumna and Ericsson senior VP on travel, networking, and engaging others in decision-making

��SM�� — Thu, 11 May 2017 14:06:12 +0000

Rima Qureshi (BCom'87, MBA'96) knows all about learning to adapt. In an interview with Desautels Professor Karl Moore, she says that as a highly analytical, self-contained decision-maker, her position as senior VP and North American head of Ericsson has taught her the importance of listening, getting others involved in decision-making early, and finding a common position to build on.

New podcast by Desautels alumnus looks at growth through company founders�� stories

��SM�� — Tue, 09 May 2017 16:52:55 +0000

Deron Triff (MBA'98) has had an enviable career; he��s worked for PBS, TED, and Scholastic. Now, he��s founded a new media incubator with another former TED executive, June Cohen.

Wait, What? specializes in creating VR series, apps, and video for social media. The company��s latest creation is a 10-episode podcast called Masters of Scale. Each episode sees host and LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman explore the ways that iconic founders grew their companies into major players, often from nothing.

Luc Papineau��s next big thing

��SM�� — Thu, 04 May 2017 19:43:43 +0000

After four years as VP and Director at Valeurs Mobili��res Desjardins, Luc Papineau (BA��81, MBA��91) thinks it��s time to kick his game up a notch by doubling VMD��s Montreal-area advisors and diving further into the opportunities offered by the allophone market.

Swimmer, Pharmacist and bank CEO: a Desautels alumnus�� journey

��SM�� — Tue, 02 May 2017 16:31:45 +0000

Barclays Bank Kenya CEO Jeremy Awori (MBA��96) more or less fell into banking. He started out as a competitive swimmer, but when his Olympic dream fell apart he went to the UK on a scholarship and became a pharmacist.

After practicing for a few years, Mr. Awori opted for an MBA in Finance at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management, which led him into a job at Standard Chartered Bank.

EXplorance among Canada��s best workplaces for 4th year

��SM�� — Tue, 02 May 2017 16:11:41 +0000

Montreal��s eXplorance has made it onto the Great Place to Work list of the best workplaces for the 4th year in a row. EXplorance is a learning experience management specialist that has gone through huge growth and acquired a business intelligence solutions provider over the past year without losing its corporate culture.

CEO Samer Saab (BEng'93, MBA'96) calls growth a ��multidisciplinary challenge,�� saying that ��you have to constantly challenge the status quo, while sustaining your business culture.��

Student-mentor programs hit their stride

��SM�� — Fri, 28 Apr 2017 14:46:32 +0000

As students looking to start their careers realize the value of getting sound advice, the number of student-mentor pairings in Canada is growing at a rapid rate. The growth and evolution of the Desautels mentorship program echoes that of many other schools�� programs. When the Desautels MBA mentorship started a decade ago, it was aimed at female students, but has since expanded to include all students and an online component.

The Desautels alumnus at the centre of a CAE/JAL joint venture

��SM�� — Wed, 26 Apr 2017 15:50:25 +0000

Quentin O��Mahony?is a long way from his Abbottsford, BC home. He lives, works and plays in Japan as the General Manager of CAE��s joint flight-simulator and flight training venture with Japan Airlines, a job that includes overseeing cost efficiencies, preparing the ground to expand operations, and overseeing a training centre in South Korea. He has been at it since 2015, when he helped launch the program at Haneda Airport in Tokyo.

CEOs, academics and how to run a restaurant

��SM�� — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 20:31:08 +0000

Desautels Associate Professor Karl Moore was recently interviewed on The Grilled Podcast to discuss his development as a businessman and academic, collaboration and bringing CEOs in to speak to his classes. He then interviews those CEOs on his podcast, The CEO Series.

Eytan Bensoussan on mentoring, entrepreneurship and modern business banking

��SM�� — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 16:29:28 +0000

Eytan Bensoussan (BSc��05, MBA/LLB��10) loves a challenge. He has studied math, bio-chemistry, political science and management. In his career life, he worked for McKinsey & Company, the Globe and Mail, and Ferst Capital Partners before co-founding Ferst Digital, which is a modern banking platform for small businesses and start-ups.

Future food now: how insects will solve world hunger

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Apr 2017 16:23:20 +0000

In an interview on Fox Business Network, Aspire CEO and former MBA student?Mohammed Ashour?makes the case for eating bugs as a way to meet the world��s growing protein requirements. His company, the Aspire Group, runs a cricket farm in Texas and a palm weevil larvae operation in Ghana, both aimed at creating a sustainable insect-based food industry. Mr. Ashour says that both insects are ��extremely nutritious, and have a high amount of protein, iron and other micro-nutrients; and utilize an extraordinarily low amount of resources to produce.��

Desautels alumna runs for city council in Colorado

��SM�� — Fri, 31 Mar 2017 16:01:30 +0000

Melissa Youssef (MBA'91)?is stepping into municipal politics in Durango, Colorado. She is a civically-minded member of the community and a successful businesswoman; Ms. Youssef is VP of the local Parks and Recreation Advisory board, and has served as President of the Durango Discovery Museum and VP of the school district��s Board of Education. She was founder and CEO of a medical billing practise, and previously worked in several analyst positions in real estate, finance and corporate banking. Ms.

Desautels MBA-Law student to spend year with Supreme Court of Canada

��SM�� — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 16:23:14 +0000

Aly R. H��ji, a student in the joint MBA-Law program at ��SM��, has been selected to fill one of twenty-seven positions as Clerk for the Supreme Court of Canada. Under this highly selective appointment, he will work under the direction of a Supreme Court Judge and will fulfill various duties, including researching points of law, preparing memoranda of law and assisting the Judge in the general work of the Court.

In Bermuda, arts and culture can be an enabler for progress

��SM�� — Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:28:17 +0000

Desautels alumna Lauren Merkel?(MBA'13) makes the case that Bermuda��s best resource for moving the island nation forward is its arts and cultural capital. Ms. Merkel is a senior consultant at Toronto-based Lord Cultural Resources, which specializes in the cultural heritage sector.

MBA students win big at HEC case competition

��SM�� — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 17:41:10 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management was well represented at this year��s HEC Corporate Responsibility Challenge. Among the twelve competing teams, MBA students Taha Ataullah, Bernardo Pr?a Bressane, Hardeep Singh, and Karen Vanthuyne secured second place, while Angela Hernandez Castillo, Matt Jones, Akshay Kohli, and Margarita Komarova placed fifth.

The latter team was invited to present their case solution to the Board of Directors of ACEM Montreal Community Loan Fund in April.

An MBA victory at USC Global Case Competition

��SM�� — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 17:38:35 +0000

The Desautels MBA case team composed of Catherine Du Pont, Jiawei Lin, Helena Rati, Karen Sidhu, Jessica Truong secured first place at the USC Marshall Global Case Competition, which was hosted at the Amazon Headquarters in Seattle, WA. Congratulations to all!

For ��SM�� alumnus, seaweed is green gold

��SM�� — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:21:39 +0000

Jean-Paul Deveau?sells seaweed �� or rather, products derived from it. His company, Acadian Seaplants Limited, is the world��s biggest producer of seaweed-based fertilizers and products for human and animal consumption. The company manufactures in five locations, including New Brunswick, Maine and Ireland; and exports to over 80 countries. One of those countries is Japan, where Deveau��s products are ubiquitous.

Quebec��s finance minister meets with ��SM�� community to talk budget

��SM�� — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 15:48:56 +0000

Quebec��s finance minister,?Carlos Leit?o, is touring the province��s universities to consult students and other university members ahead of the provincial budget. The agenda is heavy on fiscal policy, public infrastructure investment, regional development and the social safety net. So far, Mr. Leit?o has been to the University of Sherbrooke, Laval University and Universit�� du Qu��bec �� Trois-Rivi��res.

Speech By President Tony Tan At The Appreciation Dinner For Mr Wong Ngit Liong, Former Chairman, NUS

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Jan 2017 15:54:35 +0000

Good evening. I am pleased to join the NUS community this evening to pay tribute to Mr Wong Ngit Liong, who has helmed the National University of Singapore for 12 years, from 2004 to 2016.

Les agr��ments internationaux ne pr��sentent pas uniquement des avantages

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Jan 2017 15:20:28 +0000

HEC Montr��al, les universit��s Laval, ��SM��, et Concordia ont toutes un ou plusieurs agr��ments internationaux, et ce, depuis plusieurs ann��es. En revanche, l'UQAM n'en a plus, et l'Universit�� de Sherbrooke ne cherche pas en avoir.

Announcing the Donald E. Armstrong Building

��SM�� — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 21:21:08 +0000

The future home of the MBA and specialized Masters Programs

Renovations began at full pace this September in the Donald E. Armstrong Building, which will house our MBA and Masters programs.

Since then, progress is being made every day, with the grand opening slated for Winter 2018.

MBA Students awarded second place in the Business for a Better World case competition

��SM�� — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 17:56:21 +0000

Congratulations to MBA students, Aman Arora, Timothy Lane, Santiago Monroy, and Jose Nunez Gutierrez, who were awarded second place in the Business for a Better World case competition. The team has been working since October on designing a global equity portfolio that advances the UN��s sustainable development goals, which culminated with a presentation in Davos, Switzerland on January 19th to a panel of high-profile judges.

Eco Atlantic Announces Intention to Float on Aim

��SM�� — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 17:51:49 +0000

Derek Norman Linfield, aged 60 (Proposed Non-Executive Director)

Business schools heed the call for more data-literate graduates

��SM�� — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 19:01:05 +0000

Deloitte Analytics and other companies have been pushing Canadian universities for years to produce more data-literate graduates to fill their talent needs. Their efforts appear to be paying off, with business schools ramping up their offerings in data analytics.

In the Desautels MBA with a concentration in analytics, students take a five-course concentration that involves three sides: descriptive, predictive and a prescriptive.

Mark Michaud Commended by the Quebec Government

��SM�� — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 15:48:21 +0000

Mark Michaud, MBA'14,?Director of Administration, recently received a commendation letter from the Ministry of Education��s Director General of University Affairs, Jean-Fran?ois Lehoux, thanking him for his outstanding contribution to the workgroup that spent over a year reviewing the academic classification system used by the Quebec Government.

Heike Birlenbach appointed Vice President Sales Lufthansa Group for the EMEA sales region

��SM�� — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:16:20 +0000

Since 2014 Mrs. Heike Birlenbach holds the position of Vice President Sales Europe Lufthansa Group Airlines. As of next year, 2017, she will assume the role of?Vice President Sales EMEA Lufthansa Group Airlines. In this position Birlenbach will not only be responsible for all sales and commercial activities in Europe but also in the Middle East and Africa. With this extended responsibility she will lead the newly merged sales area, EMEA, which, as of 2017 will combine the two former sales areas �C Europe and Africa/Middle East.

SunExpress appoints Jens Bischof as new managing director

��SM�� — Thu, 01 Dec 2016 17:57:33 +0000

?Jens Bischof has been appointed as managing director of?SunExpress, a Deutsche Lufthansa/Turkish Airlines joint venture, with effect from January 1, 2017.

He holds a degree of business administration (Dipl. Betriebswirt) from the University of Applied Sciences (AKAD) in Rendsburg and a master��s degree in Management from ��SM�� in Montreal, Canada.

Read full article: Stat Times, November 26, 2016

Canadian Perspectives on Hedge Funds in 2016

��SM�� — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 18:12:08 +0000

Jean-Fran?ois Papillon:?I have been a Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager with the Roux Papillon Blais team at BMO Nesbitt Burns for 15 years. I have a civil engineering background and hold an MBA from ��SM��. I earned the CFA?designation in 2005. I have used hedge funds for approximately eight years. The reason is simple: they represent a diversification tool with little correlation to the other investment categories in my portfolio. I was seeking to reduce the overall volatility of my portfolio without compromising its performance.

Desautels MBA Delivers the Global Leadership Lecture in Sydney, Australia

��SM�� — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 18:21:59 +0000

Usman W. Chohan, a graduate of Desautels MBA in Strategy and Leadership (2014)?delivered the 2015 Foreign Affairs Lecture in the Global Leadership Program (GLP) at Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia. The lecture was titled "The World Bank and the New Dynamics of Development", and drew on Mr. Chohan's WB experience to map the development field, particularly in the context of emergent institutions such as AIIB. The lecture was praised for its cultural context, appeal to a young audience, and breadth of content.

Le cabinet d'avocats Taj renforce son activit�� juridique

��SM�� — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 16:52:38 +0000

Taj confirme son dynamisme et sa volont�� de d��velopper ses expertises juridiques en renfor?ant ses ��quipes en droit des affaires avec un nouvel associ�� et deux nouvelles directrices.

Taj : arriv��e de Thibaut Lasserre, Isabelle de La Gorce et Florence Th��odose

��SM�� — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 16:34:14 +0000

Thibaut Lasserre, avocat Associ�� sp��cialis�� en droit des soci��t��s, dipl?m�� du MBA de?l��universit�� SM��, revient �� Paris pour renforcer l��offre Corporate - M&A apr��s avoir pass�� deux?ans au bureau de Marseille. Il intervient principalement sur des op��rations de fusionsacquisitions?et de private equity. Avant de rejoindre Taj, Thibaut a exerc�� pendant 15 ans au?sein de cabinets d��avocats d��affaires fran?ais et anglo-saxons, notamment, en dernier lieu au?sein de Jones Day.

One-Year or Two-Year MBA: Is There a Simple Answer?

��SM�� — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 15:50:02 +0000

MBAs have become diversified products, catering to segmented clientele��s needs. Upon exploring whether a?two-year MBA program?is superior to a one-year program, there is, unfortunately, no simple answer to suit all circumstances.

In a two-year MBA program, such as that available from the?Desautels Faculty of Management?at?��SM��, this issue is actually less problematic. Specifically, students complete internships first and are then provided with additional opportunities to engage with employers the following autumn.?

Why Canadian MBA programs want to attract more international students

��SM�� — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 15:35:09 +0000

Gabriel Werkhaizer may have managed multi?million-dollar budgets in his hometown of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, but it was only this year that he learned how to say some financial words in English, such as ��accruals.�� The 30-year-old moved to Montreal last year with his wife and two-year-old daughter to earn his MBA degree at?��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management.

4 S��n��galais dans le Top100 Africa

��SM�� — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:50:55 +0000

Quant aux S��n��galais, ils sont 4 nomin��s parmi les top-leaders. Ainsi, Adrien Diouf, Directeur de l��Agence UMOA Titres, figure �� la 17��me?place. C��est un financier pur et dur, dipl?m�� de l��Universit�� Paris I et d��un MBA de ��SM�� (Canada) avec une exp��rience d��une dizaine d��ann��es dans le secteur bancaire o�� il a plafonn�� comme Directeur march�� obligataire de Afreximbank.

Lire l'article complet: Reussir Business, le 22 octobre, 2016?

??????????Nadeem Velani named CP��s Chief Financial Officer

��SM�� — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 18:42:09 +0000

Canadian Pacific?today announced that Nadeem Velani has been named Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. Velani had been serving as Vice-President and interim CFO since September 9, 2016.

Velani holds an undergraduate degree in Economics from Western University and an MBA in Finance/International Business from ��SM��.?

Read full article: Street Insider, October 24, 2016?

Joanne Liu, Bertrand Cesvet to receive honorary degrees

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 20:41:52 +0000

Two inspirational ��SM�� alumni �C?Bertrand Cesvet, of the award-winning creative agency Sid Lee, and Joanne Liu, of M��decins Sans Fronti��res/Doctors Without Borders �C?will receive honorary doctorate degrees at the university��s fall convocation ceremonies.

These two alumni also hail from the Desautels Faculty of Management:?Dr. Joanne Liu (IMHL��14) pursued her International Masters for Health Leadership while Bertrand Cesvet (MBA'90) pursued his MBA.

Corporate Knights' release of 2016 Better World MBA ranking reveals growing commitment to sustainability education in business

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 15:21:43 +0000

Today?Corporate Knights?releases the 14th?edition of the Better World MBA Ranking, which is the only major global ranking to evaluate graduate business programs on their integration of sustainability into the education of future business leaders. Top programs include?Canada's?Schulich School of Business at?York University, followed by?MIT's Sloan School of Managementand?Duquesne University's?Palumbo-Donahue School?of Business.

2016 Better World MBA results

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 15:01:14 +0000

��SM�� - Desautels Faculty of Management - Ranking 2016: 6

Read full ranking: Corporate Knights, October 13, 2016?

Corporate Knights' release of 2016 Better World MBA ranking reveals growing commitment to sustainability education in business

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 14:57:49 +0000

Today?Corporate Knights?releases the 14?th?edition of the Better World MBA Ranking, which is the only major global ranking to evaluate graduate business programs on their integration of sustainability into the education of future business leaders. Top programs include?Canada's?Schulich School of Business at?York University?, followed by?MIT's Sloan School of Management?and?Duquesne University's?Palumbo-Donahue School?of Business.

Corporate Knights' release of 2016 Better World MBA ranking reveals growing commitment to sustainability education in business

��SM�� — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 14:54:50 +0000

Today?Corporate Knights?releases the 14th?edition of the Better World MBA Ranking, which is the only major global ranking to evaluate graduate business programs on their integration of sustainability into the education of future business leaders. Top programs include?Canada's?Schulich School of Business at?York University, followed by MIT's Sloan School of Management?and?Duquesne University's?Palumbo-Donahue School?of Business.

MBA Significant Other Welcome

��SM�� — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 20:22:39 +0000

The Desautels MBA Office hosted the inaugural Significant Other Welcome event on October 6th, 2016. Spouses and partners of those pursuing their MBA at Desautels were invited to brunch for a unique opportunity to mingle and learn more about the program. The day culminated with a campus tour and a group picture in front of the Redpath Museum, the traditional location for MBA class pictures. Given the success of the event, the MBA Office anticipates hosting similar initiatives to foster an even closer community among their students.

Jean-Michel Lavoie nomm�� v.-p. adjoint chez Sun Life

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 19:09:00 +0000

Jean-Michel Lavoie a ��t�� nomm�� vice-pr��sident adjoint, conception de produits, garanties collectives �� la Financi��re Sun Life.

Jean-Michel Lavoie a joint l'institution financi��re en 2013 �� titre de directeur de produit, garanties de remboursement de frais de m��dicaments, apr��s avoir travaill�� dans l'industrie pharmaceutique, entre autres chez Pfizer Canada. Il poss��de un MBA de l'Universit�� SM��, ainsi qu'un baccalaur��at en pharmacie de l'Universit�� de Montr��al.

M.B.A. and E.M.B.A. tuition in Canada: What will it cost?

��SM�� — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 16:38:52 +0000

Below are the 2016-17 tuition figures for M.B.A. and E.M.B.A. students in Canada, listed from most to least expensive. For M.B.A. programs, figures include full- and part-time students, are are for students who began the program between July 1, 2015 and July 2, 2016. Tuition is shown for the full cost of a program and includes compulsory fees. Tuition can vary depending on length and type of program. Two figures are shown for schools in Quebec and Nova Scotia, as tuition is higher for out-of-province students.

Comment convaincre les femmes de faire un MBA?

��SM�� — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 18:20:39 +0000

Lorsque les administrateurs du programme MBA de l��Universit�� Laurentienne ont appris qu��ils avaient la plus forte proportion de femmes parmi toutes les ��coles de commerce du Canada, ils sont rest��s sous le choc.?

...Cela dit, dans la plupart des ��coles de gestion du Canada, y compris �� l��Universit�� Laval (�� 48%), �� Concordia (�� 47%) et �� SM�� (�� 27%), les femmes sont toujours minoritaires.

Lire l'article complet: L'Actualite, September 8, 2016?

An Unusual Career Path: Switching Careers with a ��SM�� MBA

��SM�� — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 17:21:59 +0000

I followed an unusual?career path?to get to where I am today. For the past three years, I have been working in management consulting for?KPMG, a job I didn��t know existed a few years ago and a far cry from being a touring singer/songwriter.

I looked at several MBA programs while deciding. In the end, I chose?��SM��s?Desautels Faculty of Management?because of the high GMAT average of those accepted into the program, the global make-up of the student body and because ��SM�� is a brand that travels well, since I wanted to be able to work internationally in the future.?

Where to find an executive MBA to suit your style

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 18:12:26 +0000

In our eighth annual Executive Survival Guide, we show you?how to do business with an egomaniac,?build a brand like Drake,?climb the corporate ladder?(without stepping on anyone),?avoid Snapchat snafus?and?ditch underperformers��gently. If you��re looking for a slightly more formal education experience, we��ll also help you find?the right EMBA?or?MBA program.

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Un atout pour se propulser dans le fauteuil de pdg

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:47:08 +0000

Les dirigeants qu��b��cois sont �� la tra?ne par rapport �� ceux des ?tats-Unis en mati��re de formation sup��rieure. La situation est toutefois appel��e �� changer, puisque les entrepreneurs qu��b��cois cherchent �� mieux s'outiller pour faire face aux nouveaux d��fis du monde des affaires.

Les programmes de formation se renouvellent

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:42:01 +0000

D��s septembre, les ��tudiants du MBA de l'Universit�� SM�� pourront acc��der �� une sp��cialisation en analyse de donn��es. Ils apprendront ainsi comment utiliser de fa?on optimale les donn��es recueillies par les entreprises afin de mieux conna?tre leurs clients et d'am��liorer leur prise de d��cisions strat��giques. ?On remarque beaucoup d'int��r��t de la part des ��tudiants pour ce th��me. Pourtant, m��me les grandes entreprises d��butent dans ce domaine.

Le meilleur apr��s le sp��cialiste du domaine

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:25:03 +0000

Jean-Fran?ois Dufresne, 48 ans, est arriv�� dans l'entreprise familiale, Preverco, sans l'avoir pr��vu. Son exp��rience de consultant en gestion pour de grandes entreprises et son MBA �� l'Universit�� SM�� l'ont aid�� effectuer ce virage au moment o�� la PME de Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, qui fabrique des planchers de bois, devait g��rer une transition difficile.

Lire l'article complet: La Presse, le?27 Ao?t 2016

Imaflex Inc. Announces Results for the Second Quarter of 2016

��SM�� — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 13:41:04 +0000

Imaflex announces the appointment of?John Ripplinger?as Vice President Corporate Affairs, effective?September 6, 2016.? ��John is a highly qualified professional with extensive financial expertise and a track record of success working with industry-leading companies,�� highlighted Mr.

A Knight is Reborn

��SM�� — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 15:10:35 +0000

Knight Therapeutics Inc. (TSX: GUD) ("Knight"), a leading Canadian specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that Samira Sakhia, former CFO of Paladin Labs Inc. ("Paladin"), will be joining the Knight team as President and member of the Board of Directors. In her new role, beginning on August 31, 2016, Samira will report to Jonathan Ross Goodman, CEO of Knight.

Is My GMAT Score Good Enough?

��SM�� — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 14:20:09 +0000

As a numerical score, the GMAT hints at offering a solid ��pass-rate�� for potential students to work towards.

If only it were so simple.

Business schools everywhere tend to publish an average score, rather than a minimum score, erring on the side of caution. Their reasoning is that a lower GMAT score combined with a number of other attributes could still mean success come admissions time.

Diary: Lessons from Chilecon Valley

��SM�� — Tue, 31 May 2016 16:57:27 +0000

EIGHT flights, two developing countries, five cities, 25 meetings with 25 different companies in 10 different industries. If I told you that you could do this in less than 10 days, you would probably think I was crazy. And then I would tell you about the Hot Cities of the World Tour at the University of ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management, which has followed such a hectic schedule for the past eight years.

Rising price of textbooks reaches a tipping point

��SM�� — Tue, 17 May 2016 15:50:14 +0000

Jochen Wirtz is pleased to describe himself as a best-selling writer. He has co-authored a textbook on services marketing that he not only uses as professor at the National University of Singapore Business School, but?which?has sold more than 700,000 copies.

MBA in Canada: Class of 2015 Employment Reports

��SM�� — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 13:50:26 +0000

If you take an MBA in Canada where might you end up working? A quick glance at the employment reports of the aforementioned business schools in Canada shows that, on the whole, the majority stay on in the North American nation on graduation even though class proportions of international students tend to be substantial.

MBA students win MIT Sloan Sports Analytics First Pitch Case Competition

��SM�� — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 15:10:02 +0000

Desautels MBA students Jorge Tatto, Deepti Kaul, and Christian Mathews-Gagne triumphed over 43 other teams from around the world to win 1st place at the 2016 MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference��s First Pitch Case Competition held on March 11 to 12. Taking second and third places were Cornell University and Old Dominion University, respectively.

Director of International Sales to Receive International Trade Award

��SM�� — Mon, 08 Feb 2016 19:06:11 +0000

Health Enterprises, Inc. is pleased to announce that Mr. Brooke Fishback, director of international sales, will receive the National Association of Small Business International Trade Educators (NASBITE) ��2016?Advancing International Trade Award�� for the State of Massachusetts at its upcoming annual conference.

5 Compelling Reasons You Should Eat More Insects (Especially Crickets)

��SM�� — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 18:59:35 +0000

The very thought of eating insects grosses people out. The image of a creepy, crawly, bug working its way down your windpipe doesn��t exactly conjure up feelings of the contentment we feel with other foods.

But why not? How is it that a cow, pig, chicken, or fish seem more appetizing than other creatures? In other cultures who don��t have the ��luxury�� of consuming conventional sources of protein regularly, insects are a perfectly legitimate choice. In fact, 2 billion people worldwide eat insects regularly as a food source, and North America is JUST starting to catch on.

Entomophagy: Can you swallow this food trend?

��SM�� — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 18:55:48 +0000

Would you rather miss a PB by a single second, or eat a grasshopper? Runners who are?competitive enough would?probably strongly consider the grasshopper in this moment�� being grossed out is temporary, but pride is forever, right? Eating insects isn��t new. Including bugs are a main food ingredient (the technical term is?entomophagy) is however becoming more trendy.

Poxel Appoints Janice Bourque and Pierre Legault to its Board of Directors

��SM�� — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 18:39:29 +0000

POXEL SA (Euronext �C POXEL - FR0012432516), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative drugs to treat type 2 diabetes, today announced the addition of Janice Bourque, Managing Director of Hercules Technology Growth Capital, and Pierre Legault, President and CEO of Nephrogenex Inc, to its Board of Directors. Both appointments were approved by Poxel��s shareholders at the Annual Shareholder Meeting held in Paris last Friday, January 29, 2016.

2016, l'ann��e o�� l'entrepreneuriat social se diversifie

��SM�� — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 18:52:43 +0000

La soci��t�� Aspire, fond��e en 2012 par 5 dipl?m��s de ��SM��, appara?t au classement de Forbes. Aspire, qui a remport�� le prestigieux prix Hult en entrepreneuriat social, se sp��cialise en agriculture et en alimentation.

Lire l'article complet: Les Affaires, Janvier 5, 2016

Top 10 student cities to pursue your MBA

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:44:19 +0000

Home to several of?Canada��s highest ranking institutions, including?��SM��?(currently ranked 24th?in the world and 1st?in Canada),?Montreal?has been dubbed Canada��s cultural capital, and one of the world��s most livable cities.

Read full article: Vancity Buzz, January 7, 2016

Bugs on the menu in Ghana as palm weevil protein hits the pan

��SM�� — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 15:12:28 +0000

Kyei Manu is one of four people farming palm weevil larvae in Donyina village under a scheme run by Aspire Food Group, which operates Ghana��s first commercial insect farm. Aspire wants to bring insects from the culinary margins to the mainstream to address food shortages, as well as to boost people��s iron intake.

... Aspire was founded by students from ��SM�� in 2013, and launched the Ghana project last year.

Making the business case for climate change and the bottom line

��SM�� — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 21:55:27 +0000

As climate change and sustainability become higher priorities for companies across all sectors more chief financial officers have been given responsibility for how the issues impact the bottom line.

Heroes and Zeros of the Year 2015

��SM�� — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 21:23:47 +0000

Here is my 20th annual column of the past year��s heroes and zeros.

Hero?Legendary Dykes to Watch Out For cartoonist Alison Bechdel��s autobiographical graphic novel Fun Home won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
...?Hero?? Out TD Asset Management CEO Timothy Thompson, who for five years will donate an annual scholarship of $20,000 to a student at ?��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management who demonstrates leadership within the LGBT community. The first recipient will be named in September 2016.

What businesses should be learning from NGOs

��SM�� — Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:19:04 +0000

This is Karl Moore of the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� with Talking Management for The Globe and Mail. I am delighted to sit down the CEO of Brain Canada, Inez Jabalpurwala.

WCM Board of Directors Offer Congratulations to Jennifer Reynolds on Being Named a Women��s Executive Network (WXN) 2015 Canada��s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner

��SM�� — Fri, 27 Nov 2015 18:23:33 +0000

The?Board of Directors of Women in Capital Markets?would like to congratulate?Jennifer Reynolds, WCM President & CEO, on being named a Women��s Executive Network (WXN) 2015 Canada��s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner. Launched in 2003, the?Top 100 Awards?celebrate the accomplishments of?Canada��s?top female leaders and serve to inspire current and future generations.

Dec. 5: 2015 Hult Prize @ ��SM��

��SM�� — Fri, 27 Nov 2015 18:05:33 +0000

On Saturday, Dec. 5, ��SM�� is hosting Hult Prize @ ��SM�� the university-level competition for the prestigious Hult Prize.?

Stingray annonce la nomination de Tom Pentefountas comme vice-pr��sident principal ventes, EMEA et Asie

��SM�� — Wed, 25 Nov 2015 14:52:11 +0000

Stingray,?un fournisseur de services musicaux multiplateformes et de solutions multim��dias en magasin interentreprises, a annonc�� aujourd'hui la nomination de Tom Pentefountas au poste de vice-pr��sident principal ventes, Europe, Moyen-Orient, Afrique et Asie.

Read full article: Le L��zard, November 23, 2015

6 reasons why the cyber crimes bill is a terrible idea

��SM�� — Wed, 25 Nov 2015 14:28:34 +0000

Article written by?Afaque Riaz Ahmed, ��SM�� MBA alumni.?

The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill 2015,?which could limit our internet freedom and jeopardise our economy��s ability to create jobs, will soon be tabled in the National Assembly, and there is a good chance that this bill will be passed.?Yet, many among the public are still unsure how the bill is detrimental to our progress. So, here are six reasons why this bill needs to be defeated.

CohnReznick Capital Markets Securities expands renewable energy team

��SM�� — Tue, 24 Nov 2015 15:31:21 +0000

Industry veteran, Nick Sangermano is Managing Director and Head of Corporate and Private Placements. Hw will lead CohnReznick Cap Markets�� efforts to further support its energy and other corporate clients�� needs for capital.

Read full article: Private Equity Wire, November 5, 2015

QuickMobile Names David Smith as New CEO

��SM�� — Tue, 24 Nov 2015 15:28:52 +0000

QuickMobile, the global leader in enterprise mobile meeting and event apps, today announced the appointment of David Smith as Chief Executive Officer. A veteran technology leader with an extensive background in sales, marketing, product management and finance, Smith joins QuickMobile to lead the company through its next phase of growth.

Read full article: Financial Buzz, November 4, 2015

Bombardier: Paul Tellier aurait fait le m��nage plus t?t

��SM�� — Tue, 24 Nov 2015 15:21:35 +0000

Paul Tellier se dit tr��s d��?u que la direction de Bombardier (T.BBD.B) n'ait pas agi plus rapidement pour corriger le tir et remplacer son PDG. Et il croit qu'aujourd'hui, Alain Bellemare doit disposer de toute la latitude voulue pour manoeuvrer.

Read full article: LaPresse, November 4, 2015

WADA appoints Olivier Niggli as new Director General

��SM�� — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 17:44:06 +0000

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Olivier Niggli as WADA's new Director General. Mr. Niggli, who has held the role of Chief Operating Officer since 2014, succeeds long-standing Director General, David Howman, who has chosen not to seek a further extension of his mandate with WADA.?

Raymond James Hires Glenn Gatcliffe to Investment Banking Team

��SM�� — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 17:38:14 +0000

Raymond James Ltd., the Canadian arm of North American investment dealer Raymond James Financial, Inc., today announced that Glenn Gatcliffe has joined its Investment Banking team as Managing Director, Head of Consumer, Agriculture / Chemicals and Manufacturing.

Read full article: ABC NEWS 4, November 18, 2015

Le Belge Patrick Xhonneux se voit confier une fonction de premier plan chez SAS

��SM�� — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 17:21:18 +0000

SAS, leader sur le march�� de l��analytique, annonce la nomination de Patrick Xhonneux au poste de vice-pr��sident marketing pour SAS EMEA. Patrick Xhonneux a d��but�� sa carri��re chez SAS voici d��j�� pr��s de 22 ans et est une figure bien connue sur le march�� belge.?

Read full article: Informaticien, November 18, 2015

New scholarship to recognize LGBT leadership

��SM�� — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 16:03:54 +0000

In 1990, except for discussions about women in business, Timothy Thompson recalls little talk of diversity and inclusion of minorities when he became a banker after graduating with an MBA from ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management.?��Over the course of my career of 25 years, the conversation about diversity and inclusion has definitely opened up,�� says Mr. Thompson, chief operating officer of TD Asset Management in Toronto. But he still sees gaps, including for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.?That��s why Mr.

Nuvo Research? Announces Appointment to its Board of Directors

��SM�� — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 15:56:03 +0000

Nuvo Research Inc. (TSX:NRI) (Nuvo or the Company), a specialty pharmaceutical company with growing revenues and a diverse portfolio of topical and immunology products, today announced the appointment of Samira Sakhia to its Board of Directors.?

Read full article: Dallas South News, November 3, 2015

CohnReznick Capital Markets Securities Makes Key Strategic Hires, Expands Renewable Energy Team

��SM�� — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 15:53:41 +0000

CohnReznick Capital Markets Securities, LLC (CohnReznick Cap Markets) has added three new members to its renewable energy team to further support its growing industry practice.
Nick Sangermano
A notable industry veteran, Nick Sangermano is Managing Director and Head of Corporate and Private Placements. ?Nick will lead CohnReznick Cap Markets�� efforts to further support its energy and other corporate clients�� needs for capital.

Best Business Schools 2015

��SM�� — Mon, 02 Nov 2015 14:44:35 +0000

Business school has been called a two-year job interview, and with good reason: For more than $100,000 and two years of study, MBAs hope to gain access to vast alumni networks, top-tier internships, and the very best jobs. Our annual ranking of full-time MBA programs now focuses on what most people hope to get after business school: a satisfying, well-paying job.
Full-Time MBA: International
#16?��SM�� (Desautels)?

Stimulate Your Startup Career With A MBA

��SM�� — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 16:49:44 +0000

If you��re looking to start your own business, or to improve your skills in managing and developing an existing enterprise,?an MBA degree is worthy of your consideration.?
... "I felt I needed some more grounding in business to help me develop Elevated Leisure into a more serious business by learning things relating to legal, tax, HR and all sorts of other disciplines in which I didn��t feel like I had enough experience.��?Oliver Proudlock, MBA student at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management and founder of Elevated Leisure.

Niederbuhl inducted into Hall of Fame

��SM�� — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 14:57:58 +0000

Arthur S. Niederbuhl, of Bloomingdale, was inducted into Concordia University��s Hall of Fame Sept. ?27?in Montreal.?Niederbuhl, a 1970 graduate of St. Pius X in Saranac Lake, played for Concordia��s Loyola Warriors football team during his undergraduate days from 1970 to 1975.?

Read full article: Press Republican, October 20, 2015

Top Business Schools for Corporate Finance 2015

��SM�� — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 15:17:49 +0000

Corporate finance generally refers to the activities that go on in a firm��s finance department, which can include everything from analyzing financial statements to managing capital funds. Many who aim to go into corporate finance jobs find that an MBA that��s heavy in quantitative and analytical curriculum can be a safe bet. Careers in corporate finance range from financial analyst to chief financial officer (CFO).

Bombardier ��committed�� to troubled CSeries jet

��SM�� — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 15:12:20 +0000

Bombardier says it has no plans to pull the plug on the CSeries even though its efforts to secure a rescue deal from Airbus stoked fears about the future of the aircraft program and the company itself.
��?Karl Moore, professor at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management, said Bombardier may sell a majority stake in its transportation division to raise funds but he��d be ��astonished�� if Bombardier��s new CEO Alain Bellemare bailed on the CSeries that is two years late and $2 billion over budget.

Pour r��aliser ses ambitions

��SM�� — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 14:35:08 +0000

Les ��tudiants qui s'inscrivent aux programmes de MBA vont chercher des outils qui les aideront �� transformer leurs r��ves en r��alit��. En voici quelques-uns qui ont accept�� d'expliquer leurs motivations et leurs ambitions.

... Guillaume Charpenel
Facult�� de gestion Desautels de ��SM�� Cofondateur de Solexium (projets solaires sur toits)

A handful of US companies are trying to grow insects people will want to eat

��SM�� — Mon, 28 Sep 2015 14:47:05 +0000

It��s hard to hear anything over the chirping. Cardboard boxes filled with egg cartons and sheets of plastic buzz with thousands of young-adult crickets calling out to one another to mate.
... Gabriel Mott, the chief operating officer of Aspire Food Group, yells above the noise and points inside one of the boxes. ��You see the one with the wings?�� he asks. ��That��s a female. They get their wings at their final stage.��

How to Breed a Tasty Cricket

��SM�� — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 22:15:21 +0000

It��s hard to hear anything over the chirping. Cardboard boxes filled with egg cartons and sheets of plastic buzz with thousands of young-adult crickets calling out to one another to mate. The brush of the insects�� legs against the various surfaces sounds like hail on a tin roof. Their feed, which sits on top of the cartons on paper plates, looks like a cross between sawdust and sand.

Beakerhead festival attendees to dine on crickets

��SM�� — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 13:59:02 +0000

Many people would gag at the thought of snacking on crickets. But on Wednesday, the brave crew on the?Calgary Eyeopener?gave them a try and unanimously decided the insects?actually?taste like sunflower seeds.

"I'd do another one," said traffic reporter?Angela Knight, who was the first to pop a?crunchy morsel in her mouth. But she preferred the?Crickers?��?crackers made from crickets which have been milled into a powder. The cricket powder is paleo-friendly, gluten-free and a surefire way to not get?any?legs or antennae?stuck between your teeth.

Para al��m da gest?o t��cnica

��SM�� — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 13:47:46 +0000

��Contratamos executivos pelas habilidades t��cnicas e demitimos devido ao comportamento.�� Essa frase, dita com certa frequ��ncia por profissionais de recursos humanos, sintetiza um desafio comum aos programas de MBA (Master of Business Administration): como formar gestores aptos a lidar com problemas de contabilidade e finan?as, mas que tamb��m saibam articular o trabalho da equipe, lidar com processos de demiss?o e trabalhar em meio a cen��rios empresariais, sociais e pol��ticos complexos?

LifeSciences BC announces new Board of Directors leadership at AGM

��SM�� — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 15:08:10 +0000

The Board of Directors of LifeSciences BC announced today at their Annual General Meeting, thatJames P. Hatton Q.C. has been appointed new Chairman of the LifeSciences BC Board of Directors.?

It was also announced that?Nancy Harrison, Board of Director member since 2012, will take over as Vice Chair.

Read full article: Money News, September 9, 2015

Restaurant Week Kicks Off Today!

��SM�� — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 16:58:01 +0000

Cornwall's best chefs have gone all out to create some unique meals for Restaurant Week, a five-day celebration of Cornwall��s vibrant culinary scene.
...?Born and raised in Cornwall, Sebastien (Mani) Manigat has over 10 years of hospitality, marketing and event management experience. A recent graduate of ��SM��'s MBA program, Mani has also?completed the Restaurant Management program at the French Culinary Institute in New York City.?

Is this video software company set to take hockey analytics to the next level?

��SM�� — Wed, 19 Aug 2015 14:16:54 +0000

What actually happened? What was actually important? Those are water cooler questions that go back a long time. They��re also questions that hockey��s number-crunchers have been chasing for some time now. The challenge in answering those questions, since day one, has been the quality of data.
... Buntin is the CEO of SportLogiq, the Montreal-based tech startup which is looking to change the way coaches, scouts, players, fans and broadcasters look at the game.

OnMobile Global Limited ("OnMobile") today announced the results for First Quarter FY2016 ended June 30, 2015

��SM�� — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 13:32:10 +0000

OnMobile Global Limited ("OnMobile") today announced the results for First Quarter FY2016 ended June 30, 2015.
...?Pascal Tremblay?is currently President, Managing Partner of Novacap. He holds a Bachelor degree in Business Administration from the University of Sherbrooke and an MBA from ��SM��.

Read full article:?The Telegraph, July 31, 2015

Just in: At Cleveland, it��s new Canadian for old

��SM�� — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 16:23:17 +0000

The Cleveland Orchestra has announced a successor to its retiring executive director, Gary Hanson... He��s to be succeeded by?Andr�� Gremillet, a Quebecois who has previously managed the symphony orchestras of New Jersey and Melbourne, Australia.

Read full article: Slipped Disc, August 3, 2015

It��s time to reinvent the MBA

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Aug 2015 20:37:33 +0000

This op-ed was written by Mr. Ron Duerksen, chief strategy officer at the Desautels Faculty of Management, in partnership with leading business people and Desautels grads, listed at bottom.

Prime City One Announces Change in Directors and Officers

��SM�� — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 16:29:18 +0000

Prime City One Capital Corp.?has accepted the resignations of three directors and officers namely,?John Lorenzo,?R.J. Stapell?and?Anton Ayoub?and appointed three new directors and officers.?

MBA?: l��avis de d��c��s ��tait pr��matur��?!

��SM�� — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 20:13:51 +0000

Courrier des lecteurs: des dirigeants d��entreprises internationales se prononcent pour la r��invention, l��innovation et la cr��ativit��.
Des articles r��cemment publi��s ont mis en doute l��avenir des programmes de MBA et leur pertinence dans le monde. Les programmes de MBA sont-ils encore viables?? Les dipl?m��s de MBA sont-ils toujours appr��ci��s par les employeurs??

Read full article: Les Affaires, July 23, 2015

Cultural Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets: Shalini Ganendra Fine Art

��SM�� — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 15:42:03 +0000

Usman W. Chohan has an MBA from Desautels (2014) in Strategy and Leadership. In 2015, he collaborated with Datin Shalini Ganendra��s gallery and cultural center, Shalini Ganendra Fine Art (SGFA), headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He has previously served as a consultant at the World Bank Institute, and as the Special Situations Analyst of Global Equities at Natcan Investment Management.

Desautels celebrates 50 years of MBA impact

��SM�� — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 21:25:08 +0000

After 2,000 votes, a trio of distinguished alumni took home the title of Top MBA Impact Maker at the MBA 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner on May 23: Seymour Schulich, MBA��65, entrepreneur, philanthropist and author; Bertrand Cesvet, MBA��88, Executive Chairman and Senior Partner, Sid Lee; and the 2013 Hult Prize team.

Bombardier's new CEO could be on the hot seat at first annual meeting

��SM�� — Mon, 04 May 2015 18:00:24 +0000

Bombardier's new CEO is expected to be on the hot seat next week as he meets for the first time with shareholders who are clamouring for a turnaround plan after enduring a rough year by the struggling transportation giant. After just six weeks on the job,?Alain Bellemare?is unlikely to be blamed for the company's poor financial performance, which drove its shares down 45 per cent in the past year and 66 per cent since 2011.?

Making a Competitive Difference by Embracing Digital Technologies

��SM�� — Fri, 01 May 2015 18:27:32 +0000

Hamidreza Mafi is a strategy consultant at Accenture Inc, and is aligned to Enterprise Architecture and Application Strategy practice. He has completed his MBA studies with concentrations in Strategy and Finance from ��SM��, and holds a Master of Engineering Management and a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from University of Ottawa.

Desautels MBAs Win Consulting Prize at USC Marshall Global Consulting Challenge

��SM�� — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 14:55:09 +0000

MBA students Sankalp Sachdeva, Brandon Groper, Nico Drohojowski, Abolfazl Keighobadi Lamjiri (Professional MBA), and Vasu Subrahmanian, won the prestigious Consulting prize and ranked 2^nd overall at the 2015 USC Marshall Global Consulting Challenge.

How Skateboarding Made Me a Better Marketer

��SM�� — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 21:17:45 +0000

This year, I��m celebrating 25 years of skateboarding. While I��ve skated all over the world and made a lot of incredible friends along the way it wasn��t until I read?this article about skateboarding legend Rodney Mullen?that I began to consider the overlap between my passion for skateboarding and my passion for marketing.
...?Ben Plomion?is VP of Marketing at?Chango, where he heads up marketing and communications.?

Pierre Beaudoin steps down as chief in dramatic Bombardier shakeup

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Feb 2015 22:02:28 +0000

In a dramatic shakeup at family controlled Bombardier Inc., Pierre Beaudoin is stepping down as president and chief executive officer while his father, Laurent, is retiring as chairman and there are plans afoot for the possible sale of some business units.
Former United Technologies Corp. executive Alain Bellemare is set to replace Pierre Beaudoin �C who held the CEO position for 6 1/2 years �C on Friday and Pierre Beaudoin will become executive chairman of Bombardier.
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Professor Sujata Madan, ��SM��

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Feb 2015 21:59:13 +0000

Written by Professor Sujata Madan

Career Change �C How can an MBA help?
There are generally two types of career change sought out by MBAs��a complete switch of role and industry, or a move within the same field.

Women in Business �� Rei Hasegawa

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Feb 2015 21:42:25 +0000

Rei Hasegawa��s role at LinkedIn, which she joined in 2011, involves educating and inspiring members via public relations, social media and training. She has also worked on welcoming prime minister?Shinzo Abe?and other Japanese business leaders as LinkedIn Influencers.

Read full article here:?Financial Times, February 8, 2015

Nathalie Prezeau - Marcher pour voir

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Feb 2015 21:28:30 +0000

La v��rit�� est que je me sens moi-m��me expat �� Toronto. Originaire de Montr��al, je suis arriv��e dans cette ville il y a 22 ans. Sans l'appui de nos familles, mon mari qu��b��cois et moi-m��me avons ��lev�� une famille et compt�� sur nos nouvelles amiti��s pour faire notre place. C'est avec une mentalit�� de touriste que j'ai commenc�� explorer la ville avec mon bambin de 2 ans, lorsque j'ai quitt�� mon emploi �� temps plein. Je travaillais alors pour TFO, �� la promotion des ��missions pour enfants. ...

Meet the new CEO of mining��s first equity crowdfunding platform

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Feb 2015 21:25:55 +0000

Chad Williams?is the founder and president of Red Cloud Mining Capital, and is the former CEO of Victoria Gold Corp.

Read full article here:?Mining, February 4, 2015
Watch video here:?ceo.ca, February 3, 2015?

Desautels students head to 2015 Hult Prize regionals

��SM�� — Mon, 16 Feb 2015 21:01:29 +0000

On March 13-14, ��SM�� students Amanda Chalupa (MSc in Social & Transcultural Psychiatry), Alyssa Wiseman (MBA-Law), Attiya Hirji (BA in International Development), Lida Faridian (MBA) and Vivien Leung (Law), also known as team MILA, are headed to San Francisco to vie for the US$1 million Hult Prize to launch their social program.

Musicians Help Heal Wounds of Tragedy

��SM�� — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 21:09:21 +0000

Musicians are helping to heal the wounds of tragedy through artistic expression. In the heart-rending aftermath of the Taliban attack on Peshawar��s innocent schoolchildren, Pakistani musicians are using their art form to help the nation through its time of anguish. Foremost among these artists is Usman W. Chohan (Desautels MBA, 2014) through his project Urdudaan.

How shame and guilt can be used to your advantage in marketing

��SM�� — Thu, 11 Dec 2014 16:12:19 +0000

By DaHee Han

There are ways to ensure marketers are not fumbling in the dark when it comes to getting the most out of using emotion in their marketing campaigns. From billboards and adverts to their company website, my research shows that emotions such as shame and guilt can be used to create a favourable response from consumers.

Cine sunt managerii care conduc cele mai mari mall-uri din Rom?nia, ?n care intr? zilnic 400.000 de oameni

��SM�� — Thu, 11 Dec 2014 15:39:29 +0000

Mallurile cu cele mai mari v?nz?ri de pe pia?a local? - AFI Palace Cotroceni ?i B?neasa Shopping City din Bucure?ti - sunt conduse de doi manageri str?ini - israelianul Israel Vizel ?i grecul Georgios Argentopoulos -, ?n timp ce proprietarii altor zece centre comerciale importante au decis s? lase administrarea pe m?na unor manageri rom?ni, reiese dintr-o analiz? a ZF.

...?Georgios Argentopoulos

CEO, B?neasa Developments

Talking Management with Karl Moore: Forget big, hairy goals. Think small instead

��SM�� — Thu, 11 Dec 2014 15:28:54 +0000

This is Karl Moore of the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM��, talking management for The Globe and Mail. Today, I am delighted to speak to Andrew Shipilov from [international business school] Insead, just outside of Paris.

When you look at alliances, trust is really important. Tell us more about this.

Read full article: The Globe and Mail, December 9, 2014

Giving S.M.A.R.T. Feedback to Millennials

��SM�� — Thu, 11 Dec 2014 15:16:13 +0000

Article by?Karl Moore

Many managers today don��t relish giving feedback. In the past, feedback was associated with the annual review, a thoroughly unenjoyable hour where everyone involved couldn��t wait for it to end. Today with Millennials as the future of our organizations, feedback is more central to the role of manager than ever before.

...?This was written with Sema Burney.

Leaders don��t need to be extroverted

��SM�� — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 15:52:03 +0000

Many people strive to be leaders in their society so they can make a difference in the world and improve people��s lives. As many of us know, it takes just one person to create even the most significant of changes around us �� this thought alone should push everyone to develop their inner leader, no matter what their personality may be.

Talking Management with Professor Karl Moore: Big doesn��t mean you aren��t nimble in business

��SM�� — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 15:46:26 +0000

This is Karl Moore of the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� with Talking Management for The Globe and Mail. Today I am delighted to speak to Michael Jacobites from the London Business School.

Michael, tell us about value migration.

Read full article: The Globe and Mail, December 2, 2014

Shameful advertising

��SM�� — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 15:43:46 +0000

Shame and guilt have different effects on consumer buying habits, new research from the Desautels Faculty of Management in Canada finds.

...?Professor DaHee Han says:

��To get the best response, a fitness club could produce an ad that induces shame and highlights the bigger picture, such as ��Are you overweight? How ashamed do you feel? Stop overeating, join our fitness programme and feel healthy all the time��.

Un Qu��b��cois �� la t��te de Bell Helicopter �� Mirabel

��SM�� — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 15:38:41 +0000

Le Qu��b��cois Raymond Leduc prend la t��te de la filiale canadienne de Bell Helicopter situ��e �� Mirabel. Il remplace l��actuel patron Barry Kohler qui retourne au si��ge social du Texas, a appris la cha?ne Argent.

...?M. Leduc avait ralli�� les rangs du fabricant d��h��licopt��res en 2012. Il avait auparavant travaill�� chez IBM Bromont durant neuf ann��es. Ing��nieur de formation, il a aussi une ma?trise en administration des affaires (MBA) de l��Universit�� SM��.

Ontario co-op movement could use a legislative leg-up

��SM�� — Mon, 01 Dec 2014 19:32:13 +0000

Despite member-controlled and community-centric businesses gaining much appeal and generating billions in revenue, laws that govern co-ops in Ontario are strikingly outdated and restrictive.

How Far Down Do You Define Deviancy in Ferguson?

��SM�� — Fri, 28 Nov 2014 17:29:02 +0000

The late Daniel Patrick Moynihan��s celebrated phrase ��defining deviancy down�� first appeared in a?1993 essay?in?The American Scholar.?��I proffer the thesis,�� wrote Moynihan, ��that, over the past generation��the amount of deviant behavior in American society has increased beyond the levels the community can ��afford to recognize�� and that, accordingly, we have been re-defining deviancy so as to exempt much conduct previously stigmatized.��

Talking Management with Karl Moore: Why communication is key for virtual teams

��SM�� — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 16:37:08 +0000

This is Karl Moore of the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� with Talking Management for The Globe and Mail. Today I am delighted to speak to JoAnne Yates from MIT [Massachusetts Institute of Technology].

JoAnne, what have you learned in your research about virtual teams?

Read full article: The Globe and Mail, November 25, 2014

Is an MBA worth it? What business school can do for your salary in 2014

��SM�� — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 15:17:19 +0000

Desautels, Ivey, Rotman, Sauder and Schulich all cracked the top 100 on the?Financial Times��?business school rankings in 2014. While FT��s list is the global standard by which programs are measured, determining the ��best�� business school is ultimately complicated and subjective, dependent on a plethora of metrics each individual can and should weigh differently.

Interim CEO named for Vitalit�� Health Network

��SM�� — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 19:43:03 +0000

Jean Castonguay, a former provincial deputy minister and former associate deputy minister of health, has been named interim chief executive officer of Vitalit�� Health Network effective immediately. Health Minister Victor Boudreau made the announcement on November 21.

...?Castonguay has a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics and physics from the Universit�� de Moncton, Edmundston, and an MBA from ��SM��, Montreal.

Sugar Sammy gets last laugh with publicity stunt

��SM�� — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 19:35:29 +0000

One of the province��s best known stand-up comics is likely laughing all the way to the bank with a new advertising campaign.

...?��This is marketing 101,�� Robert Soroka, a marketing professor at ��SM�� said.

The advertisement and the fallout is a well orchestrated publicity campaign that Sammy has executed perfectly.

Read full article: Global Montreal, November 21, 2014

Desautels expanding into Bookstore space

��SM�� — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:12:42 +0000

The Desautels Faculty of Management will take over the adjacent ��SM�� Bookstore at 3420 McTavish St. sometime in 2016, providing a new home for the Faculty��s MBA programs, which will be moved out of the overcrowded Bronfman Building.

Neither crisis mode nor complacency

��SM�� — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:56:43 +0000

In September, the Quebec government announced that ��SM��s operating grant would be almost $15 million less than what it had proposed in the spring �� and warned that a second wave of cuts were to come. On Nov. 12,?Quebec��s universities and CEGEPs were hit with that new round of cuts, amounting to $31.6 million. ��SM��s share is close to $5 million. Provost Anthony C. Masi talked to the ��SM�� Reporter about this development, and the University��s ongoing underfunding situation.

��SM�� celebrates top teachers

��SM�� — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:43:00 +0000

With the highest admission standards in Canada, ��SM�� attracts many of the brightest students in the country and from around the world. Being entrusted to guide these exceptional students is a huge responsibility, which is why the Principal��s Prize for Excellence in Teaching was established in 2000 to celebrate teachers.

...?Faculty of Management Professor Henry Mintzberg was also honoured when he became only the fifth person to be presented with the ��SM�� Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Learning.

The Government of Canada Supports CEIM's Qu��bec Innovation Project - New partnership with the Centre d'entreprises et d'innovation de Montr��al to help incubate and grow ��SM��-based start-ups

��SM�� — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 17:17:36 +0000

The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism, and Agriculture) was at?Centre d'entreprises et d'innovation de Montr��al?this morning to announce a funding contribution of up to?$ 6.2 million?over the next five years to support the launch of CEIM's?Qu��bec Innovationproject.

Le bonheur, la d��pendance �� soi-m��me

��SM�� — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 16:54:26 +0000

Dans la soci��t�� nord-am��ricaine, beaucoup de gens misent sur le couple pour ��tre heureux. La relation amoureuse devient le barom��tre de leur vie, un passage oblig�� dans l��valuation de leur r��ussite en tant qu��tre humain. Or, cette d��pendance �� l��autre pour ��tre heureux am��ne bien souvent son lot de d��ception, de souffrance, d��anxi��t�� et de stress.

Goodfellow Announces the Appointment of Mr. Denis Fraser as President and CEO

��SM�� — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 16:42:14 +0000

The Board of Directors of Goodfellow Inc. (TSX: GDL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Denis Fraser as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2014.

...?Mr. Fraser is a graduate of Ecole Polytechnique and of the MBA program at ��SM��. He also completed the Advanced Executive Program at Kellogg School of Management.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (RBA) Reports In-Line Q3 EPS; Announces Reorganization, Exec Changes

��SM�� — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 16:46:04 +0000

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (NYSE:?RBA) reported Q3 EPS of $0.13, in-line with the analyst estimate of $0.13. Revenue for the quarter came in at $102.2 million versus the consensus estimate of $101.47 million.

Rankings are not No. 1 in some schools�� hearts

��SM�� — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 16:22:52 +0000

The University of Toronto��s Rotman School of Management consistently does well in rankings of the world��s best business schools. For instance, Bloomberg Businessweek, the granddaddy of rankers, says the Toronto school is the 11th best globally, outside the United States.

Clean homes, clear corporate minds

��SM�� — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 16:20:05 +0000

Deb Nelson��s first ��aha�� moment came as she stood on the pavement outside a Montreal restaurant, struggling to summon the courage to go inside.?

... Montreal resident Tolulope Ilesanmi, company founder and chief executive officer, believes cleaning is as much a spiritual service as a physical act. For the past two years, he has invited executives to tap into a deeper sense of purpose by coming to Montreal and working alongside his professional cleaning crews. Ms. Nelson was one of those pilgrims.

Eduniversal announces the 2014 Rankings of the Best 1000 Business Schools in 154 Countries

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 16:16:38 +0000

��SM�� - Desautels Faculty of Management remains but shares?N��2 Business School in Northern America.

Earth Alive Clean Technologies Inc. Announces a New Board Nomination

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 15:58:35 +0000

Earth Alive Clean Technologies Inc. (CSE: EAC) ("Earth Alive") is pleased to announce the nomination of Michel Ringuet to its Board of Directors.

Business Schools Find Own Way To Remember Lessons Of War

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 15:43:05 +0000

On the eleventh day of November, people around the world will again honour those who have served in the armed forces through ceremonies such as Veterans Day in the US and Remembrance Day in the UK. Those of us fortunate to have not experienced battle will doubtless give thanks because, as the Civil War general, William T. Sherman succinctly put it, ��War is all hell.�� But no matter how terrible war has been and continues to be, philosophers, social scientists and, of course, business school academics have been able to extract valuable lessons from it.

New analytics software breaks down numbers behind figure skating performances

��SM�� — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 19:31:53 +0000

Craig Buntin sits with his laptop overlooking the rink at Prospera Place and with a few taps on his keyboard pulls up a video and graphic of three-time world champion Patrick Chan.

...?He initially searched for a separation from figure skating, and created TeaBean, a coffee and tea company based in Montreal which he eventually sold. He applied to the MBA program at ��SM��, and became the first person accepted into the program without an undergraduate degree.

Cossette M��dia accueille Marc Fares dans ses rangs

��SM�� — Thu, 30 Oct 2014 14:18:14 +0000

Marc Fares?se joint ��?Cossette M��dia?comme vice-pr��sident principal, strat��gies num��riques. Ses nouvelles fonctions l��am��neront �� superviser le d��veloppement de l��offre num��rique au sein de?Cossette M��dia.?John Tarantino, vice-pr��sident principal et directeur g��n��ral de?Cossette M��dia?au Qu��bec, s'est r��joui de compter ?un professionnel chevronn�� qui se distingue par son sens inn�� pour l��innovation? dans ses rangs.

The 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking

��SM�� — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 17:15:41 +0000

17. Alberta Cefis (MBA��79, Executive Vice-President and Head, Global Transaction Banking for Scotiabank and Desautels Faculty Advisory Board Member)

EVP, Head of Global Transaction Banking, Scotiabank

Global transaction bankers know all about cross-border operations. So it makes sense that Scotiabank's Alberta Cefis is dedicated to breaking down barriers in her professional and philanthropic efforts.

AndeanGold Announces Board of Directors Appointments

��SM�� — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 16:25:02 +0000

AndeanGold Ltd. ("the Company" or "AndeanGold") (TSX VENTURE:?AAU)(LMA:?AAU) is pleased to announce that Messrs. Diego Angulo and Alexander Pena have been appointed to AndeanGold's board of directors.

More Schools Say ��No�� To The Economist

��SM�� — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 14:38:08 +0000

Economist��s?list of the 100 best MBA programs in the world published yesterday (Oct. 9). The U.S. institutions that have bowed out include Babson College, the University of Minnesota��s Carlson School, Purdue University��s Krannert School, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

China fund house feels the vibe of London

��SM�� — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 14:30:14 +0000

PENG CHOY Harvest CEO says foreign investors are poised to raise Chinese equity exposure. Most fund managers will be envious of the sales pitch Peng Choy, chief executive of Hong Kong-based Harvest Global Investments, has at his disposal.

...?Harvest Global Investments Founded 2009 Assets under management $8bn (September 2014). Employees 45 Headquarters Hong Kong Ownership Wholly owned subsidiary of Harvest Fund Management Company Born 1957 Total pay Not disclosed, Education 1983 MBA in marketing and accounting, ��SM��, Montreal, Canada.

Meet the candidate: Jevone Nicholas

��SM�� — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 14:13:21 +0000

Former Vanier Community Association president Jevone Nicholas says his diversity experience will improve the quality of life for Rideau-Rockcliffe residents.

...?Nicholas grew up in Welland, Ont., where he worked in the private sector before obtaining his MBA from ��SM��.

Read full article: Ottawa Community News, October 9, 2014

Networking tips for the busy parent

��SM�� — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 14:11:18 +0000

Being able to meet new people, expand your connections, and build personal rapport is a key element in business today. But anyone who struggles with balancing career and family knows well the challenge of finding time for networking.

...?Estelle Metayer (@Competia) is the principal and founder of Competia, a leadership and strategy consulting firm, and is an adjunct professor with ��SM��s leadership business programs.

Disclosures: A weekly look at odds and ends from the business world

��SM�� — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 14:08:27 +0000

The website of the World Retail Congress, which just concluded its annual confab in France, asks ��Why Paris in 2014?��

Why, indeed, British retail CEO Andy Street might have asked. The chief of department store chain John Lewis made his way to the conference last week to receive the award for Best Omnichannel Retailer (No, we don��t know what that means, either).

...?A big voice in philanthropy

Entrepreneur stretches herself by opening fitness studios

��SM�� — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 14:04:40 +0000

It has been a journey of nearly a decade and it��s not over yet, but for Alexandra Schwartz, starting her own business lets her Breathe.

...?Ms. Schwartz made her move into her own business after working for a dozen years as a manager and buyer for Italian designer Gianni Versace, then getting her MBA at ��SM�� in Montreal. After that, she moved to Los Angeles to work at American Apparel��s headquarters.

?voluer pour affronter la concurrence

��SM�� — Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:24:46 +0000

Il y a quelques d��cennies, apposer les trois lettres MBA (Master of Business Administration) �� son nom faisait le plus grand effet aupr��s des employeurs. Maintenant, les programmes se sont multipli��s, les dipl?m��s MBA sont nombreux et il faut creuser davantage pour conna?tre la valeur r��elle du dipl?me.

... Employabilit��

Double and triple threats: When an extra degree pays off

��SM�� — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 16:12:48 +0000

Sam Sadeghi��s career seems to be on a trajectory that only goes up. The electrical engineer has been working full-time in his field since graduating with a bachelor��s degree from?Ryerson University?in 2004. He continued to work full-time while pursuing a master��s in power electronics, which he earned from Ryerson in 2008. The only time he didn��t work was when he took a four-month leave in 2009 to take core courses for his master��s in business administration at?Wilfrid Laurier University.

Nicola Wealth Management Opens Newest Office in Toronto to Manage Rapid Growth

��SM�� — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 19:03:53 +0000

Nicola Wealth Management (NWM), an independent financial planning and portfolio management firm serving high net worth individuals and families, opened a new office in Toronto to expand its presence in Eastern Canada and accommodate clients in the Greater Toronto Area. The Toronto office is situated at Suite 1702 - 2 Bloor Street West, joining Western Canada locations in Vancouver, Kelowna and Richmond, B.C.

Kelowna's Buntin to act as athlete ambassador for 2014 Skate Canada International

��SM�� — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 18:35:13 +0000

Olympian Craig Buntin returns home to Kelowna to act as the 2014 Skate Canada International Athlete Ambassador.

...?Since retiring from skating in 2010, Buntin has completed an MBA at ��SM�� and worked as an entrepreneur. His most recent project is VeriSkate, a software app that is used to analyze the movements of figure skaters: how high they jump or throw, the distance the move travels, the speed at which it travels, the flow, the ice coverage.

MBA en 10 ��tapes

��SM�� — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:57:59 +0000

1. Est-ce le bon moment dans ma carri��re?

M��me si leurs noms different parfois, les principaux programmes de MBA offerts dans les universit��s sont le MBA?�� temps plein, le MBA?�� temps partiel et le MBA pour cadres, ou Executive MBA (EMBA), qui s'adresse aux cadres exp��riment��s.?

... La moyenne pour les?��tudiants de l'Universit�� SM�� au MBA est de cinq ans. L'EMBA s'adresse?�� des personnes qui ont souvent d��j�� une fonction de cadre.

Where they are now

��SM�� — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 16:26:44 +0000

Tolulope Ilesanmi, MBA ��SM��, 2005

Founder and Cleaner, Zenith Cleaners

Cleaning, for most, is a chore. But for Tolulope Ilesanmi, it is a practice, a business, and an agent of social change.

Tepung Jangkrik yang Tinggi Protein Enak Diolah Jadi Cookies dan Cake

��SM�� — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 19:35:22 +0000

Tahun lalu, tim mahasiswa?MBA dari ��SM�� Kanada?memenangkan $1 juta (Rp 11,8 miliar) dari kompetisi?Hult Prize. Mereka berhasil menciptakan 'power flour', yakni tepung lokal (gandum, jagung, singkong, dll) yang dicampur tepung serangga lokal.

Read the full article (in Indonesian):?detikFood

A new way of MBA thinking pulls on outside disciplines

��SM�� — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:16:59 +0000

Great minds may think alike, but for some MBA programs, different minds can lead to great thinking.

...?Cross-disciplinary connections whether across faculties or industry enhance the value of an MBA for both the student and industry, said?Don Melville, director of the Masters Program at Desautels Faculty of Management in Montreal.

Read full article:?Financial Post

Warp Speed: 6 CEOs who climbed the corporate ladder crazy fast

��SM�� — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:16:02 +0000

At 34, Daniel Schwartz isn��t exactly a child anymore. But it��s certainly tempting to label him as some kind of ��wunderkind�� given his meteoric career trajectory. He was 33 when he landed the top executive job at Burger King.

7 Reasons The World Isn't Totally Screwed Right Now

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 15:53:15 +0000

If you've turned on the news lately, you may have gotten the sense that the world is falling apart. From?rising body counts in Gaza and Israel?to?a plane getting shot down in Ukraine?to increasing violence in?Nigeria?and?Syria, it can often seem like a never-ending stream of grim realities.

L'heureuse double vie de Glenn B. Miller

��SM�� — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 17:26:55 +0000

Le type a la carrure, le look et l��entregent d��une vedette de cin��ma. Son sourire est d��vastateur. Et si on reprend le clich�� de celui dont on dit qu��il mord dans la vie �� pleines dents, il en est la parfaite incarnation. Son cellulaire sonne en permanence. C��est qu��il est recherch�� pour financer des entreprises de tous genres pour toutes sortes de raisons.?Glenn B. Miller?est pr��sident et fondateur de MBG Finance. Il a ��t�� huit ans auparavant vice-pr��sident au d��veloppement des affaires du holding financier au sein du Mouvement Desjardins.?

Lucie Ducharme and Sylvie Lachance elected to the Board of Trustees of BTB

��SM�� — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 20:50:48 +0000

BTB Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:?BTB.UN) (??BTB?? or ??Trust??) is proud to announce the election of?Lucie Ducharme?and?Sylvie Lachance?as Trustees of the Trust, by a vote taken during its annual general meeting held in Montr��al on?June 17, 2014.

Lives Lived: John Keith Macdonald, 70

��SM�� — Tue, 17 Jun 2014 20:00:08 +0000

John Keith Macdonald?was born in the midst of the Second World War, the youngest of three children to John Macdonald and Lavinia Munford. His father, known only as ��Daddy in the picture,�� was away overseas, serving in the infantry and involved in liberating Holland, from where he sent home three pairs of wooden shoes. When he returned in 1946, the family moved to a small farm west of Montreal, where young John��s love of country life and animals was born.

Le gouvernement annonce des nominations au Bureau de la s��curit�� des transports du Canada

��SM�� — Tue, 17 Jun 2014 19:57:25 +0000

L'honorable Peter Van Loan, leader du gouvernement �� la Chambre des communes, a annonc�� aujourd'hui deux nominations au Bureau de la s��curit�� des transports du Canada.?

...?Mme?Kathleen Fox?est titulaire d'un baccalaur��at en sciences et d'une ma?trise en administration des affaires (MBA) de l'Universit�� SM��. Elle a ��galement termin�� une ma?trise ��s sciences en facteurs humains et s��curit�� des syst��mes de l'Universit�� Lund en Su��de.

The Water Cost Index: Blending Finance, Sustainability, and Big Data

��SM�� — Tue, 17 Jun 2014 18:05:57 +0000

Usman W. Chohan (��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics (SEM) and MIT. He previously served as the Special Situations Analyst in the Global Equities Team at Natcan Investment Management, the investment arm of the National Bank of Canada.

Fiscal Decentralization and Local Government Bonds in China �C��Ȩ, �ط��ծ��

��SM�� — Tue, 17 Jun 2014 18:04:17 +0000

Usman W. Chohan?(��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics (SEM) and MIT. He has previously served as the Special Situations Analyst in the Global Equities Team at Natcan Investment Management, the Investment Arm of the National Bank of Canada. The following piece is based on his work on Fiscal Decentralization in China.

An Eco-friendly Exodus: Heavy Industry in Beijing ��

��SM�� — Fri, 23 May 2014 14:37:45 +0000

The Art of War and Business Leadership in China - ��ӱ��

��SM�� — Fri, 16 May 2014 16:45:02 +0000

Usman W. Chohan?(��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics (SEM) and MIT. The following piece is based on his work on Leadership Models for China and the Art of War, for the course Business Leadership in China at the Tsinghua SEM.

The Ubiquitous City �C Songdo (??)

��SM�� — Tue, 13 May 2014 21:22:49 +0000

Usman W. Chohan (��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Global Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics and Management (SEM) and MIT. The following piece is based on his work on the ��Ubiquitous ?City�� of Songdo, South Korea, where he was based in early May, 2014 as part of an analysis of Urbanization Trends in Asia.

��SM�� Alumni Association Celebrates Top Volunteers and Student Leaders

��SM�� — Fri, 09 May 2014 19:20:52 +0000

The ��SM�� Alumni Association (MAA) celebrated some of its most dedicated alumni and volunteers at its annual Honours and Awards Banquet tonight. Student leaders, graduates who have had a significant impact on alumni life and the community, and volunteers with outstanding records of service to ��SM�� were honoured at a banquet held at the Omni Mont-Royal Hotel in Montreal.

Erdos City �C ��˹�� The ��Horde�� That Wasn��t

��SM�� — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 19:11:57 +0000

Usman W. Chohan?(��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics (SEM) and MIT. The following piece is based on his work on Economics and Urbanization Trends in China, for the China Roots Seminar II (Industry & Society) at the Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management.

��SM�� Alumni Association Awards

��SM�� — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:28:47 +0000

Eight Desautels students and alumni have been selected to receive the ��SM�� Alumni Association (MAA) Awards. They will be honoured at the MAA's Annual Honours & Awards Dinner.

Award of Merit:?Lili de Grandpr��, MBA��81

Lili has a long record of service as a volunteer for the MAA and the Faculty of Management, and she most recently served as Vice-Chair of the ��SM�� Board of Governors. In addition to her ��SM�� involvement she has sat on the boards of Centraide, the OSM, Y des Femmes, and the Montreal Circus School.

Dididache ��ִ� - Hailing the Future, One Cab at a Time

��SM�� — Tue, 15 Apr 2014 13:40:58 +0000

Usman W. Chohan?(��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics (SEM) and MIT. The following piece is based on his work on financial innovation in China, in collaboration with Professor Alexander White of the Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management.

Eating Bugs

��SM�� — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 20:22:50 +0000

Bringing bugs to more plates around the world may be one solution to changing our food supply as the planets population continues to grow.
Jesse Pearlstein and Shobita Soor are ��SM�� MBA students who are in Calgary to pitch this idea.

Watch full interview: CBC, April 9, 2014?

Herald Food Writer Bugs Out for Dinner

��SM�� — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 20:21:40 +0000

Between the three of us, a small plate is piled high with the grasshopper bodies.

They have been roasted, salted and flavoured with some spicy chipotle, but they are also clearly identifiable as insects with an exoskeleton and, in the case of many, including the first one I grab, little eyes.

... ��Insects are the food of the future,�� says Jesse Pearlstein, chief financial officer for the collection of students, known as Aspire Food Group.

Darren Entwistle to Step Aside as Telus CEO, President But Remain as Executive Chairman

��SM�� — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 19:01:25 +0000

Darren Entwistle (MBA'88)?is stepping down as chief executive of Telus, but his influence in running the company he built from a regional telephone service into a $25-billion national wireless player will remain.

... ��SM�� professor?Karl Moore?said most CEOs leave after six to 10 years and don��t stick around as long as Entwistle.

��It may be a little long, but I wouldn��t be too critical of it because of the kind of change he has brought to Telus in the time that he has been there and been in charge,�� he said.

Bugging Out: Why We Should Be Eating More Creepy Crawlies

��SM�� — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 19:30:08 +0000

Two ��SM�� MBA students (Gabriel Mott and Jesse Pearlstein) on their mission to promote edible insects as a meat alternative for countries facing high rates of food insecurity.

Watch full interview: CTV Canada AM, March 26, 2014

Malaysia Airlines : message de condol��ances

��SM�� — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 20:59:02 +0000

L��Universit�� SM�� tient �� offrir ses plus sinc��res condol��ances aux parents et amis des passagers du vol MH370 de Malaysia Airlines, �� bord duquel se trouvaient Muktesh?Mukherjee (MBA'98), dipl?m�� de ��SM�� ?g�� de 42?ans, et son ��pouse Xiaomo Bai, 37?ans.

Malaysian Airlines: message of condolences

��SM�� — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 20:48:59 +0000

��SM�� wishes to express its deepest condolences to the relatives and friends of the passengers of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, who included ��SM�� graduate Muktesh Mukherjee (MBA'98), 42, and his wife Xiaomo Bai, 37.

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak announced today that according to data analysis, the plane crashed into the Southern Indian Ocean, killing all 239 passengers. The plane, which was heading from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, disappeared on March 8.

Financial Innovation in China: Alibaba��s Leftover Treasure - ��

��SM�� — Thu, 20 Mar 2014 14:30:01 +0000

Usman W. Chohan (��) is an MBA candidate at Desautels with a Concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He is currently on an MBA exchange in Beijing, at a joint program between Tsinghua School of Economics (SEM) and MIT. The following piece is based on his work on financial innovation in China, in collaboration with Professor Alexander White of the Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management.

MBA Primer

��SM�� — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 19:58:48 +0000

MBA programs are now a dime a dozen. B-schools are expanding at a dizzying rate and doubling their enrolments by packing their classrooms full of more and more students. This has prompted worries about a gradual dilution in the quality of the student body as well as meaningful networking opportunities. "An MBA is still valued, but a lot of people have it," says Jay Mintz, a second-year MBA student at ��SM��'s Desautels Faculty of Management in Montreal.

"You've Invested Real Money. You Haven't Just Run a Virtual Portfolio"

��SM�� — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 18:07:20 +0000

Along Highway 401 and over the Ontario border, Tyler Maxey and some of his MBA classmates at ��SM��'s Desautels Faculty of Management in Montreal are also learning by doing. Their modus operandi: investing other people's money. Since 2008, students have been running a registered fund management firm called Desautels Capital Management that has about $3 million in assets.

An Idea that Will Change the World

��SM�� — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 16:30:07 +0000

How a team of ��SM�� MBA students beat thousands of competitors to win $1 million for the not-so-crazy idea of farming edible insects.

On Sept. 23 five ��SM�� MBA students beat out 10,000 MBA teams from around the world to win the Hult Prize, a $1-million global award for social enterprise.?

Read full article: Canadian Business, November 11, 2013?

Desautels MBA Win Company Prize at USC Marshall Global Consulting Challenge

��SM�� — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 22:17:13 +0000

MBA students Liam Sobey,?Nina Coutinho, Brigitte Crockford, Angel Bohorquez Colombo,?and Anais Xia won the Company Prize at the USC Marshall Global Consulting Challenge alongside other prestigious business schools from across the world.?

This global consulting challenge consists of three different presentations to three different panels on a common topic. This year's sponsor is Yahoo!.?

Advances in Sustainable Agriculture: Solar-powered Irrigation Systems in Pakistan

��SM�� — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 19:55:45 +0000

Usman W. Chohan is a consultant with the World Bank Institute in the field of Social Accountability, and is pursuing an MBA at Desautels with a concentration in Strategy and Leadership. He was invited to the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council site at Fatehjang to analyze their sustainability initiatives, including their highly promising Solar-powered Irrigation Systems.

Crunch Time for the Insect-Eating Entrepreneurs

��SM�� — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 16:47:20 +0000

The sight of bilios celebrities gagging on anything from witchetty grubs to cockroaches is a staple of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. But could edible insects offer a solution to world hunger? That is the million dollar award-winning business idea of a team of MBAs.?

... Mohammed Ashour (26), Gabriel Mott (37), Jesse Pearlstein (29), Shobhita Soor (24), and Zev Thompson (31) are championing the consumption of insects such as grasshoppers as an affordable, safe and accessible food source.?

Turning a ��Black Soul�� Green: How CSR Became a Mainstay of Business Education

��SM�� — Wed, 27 Nov 2013 16:43:59 +0000

��I left Wall Street in 2004 when I decided I had a black soul,�� says Stephanie Berger (MBA'06), a ��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA alumna who is now the senior manager for corporate responsibility and environment at Bell Canada. ��I didn��t know much about sustainability back then, but I knew Wall Street wasn��t doing it right.��

��SM�� Team wins Japan MBA Case Competition

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 20:46:17 +0000

On November 17, ��SM�� MBA Japan students Deb Tripathy, Lyal Clough, Satishi Juriani, and Taka Ishikawa took 1^st place at the inaugural Japan MBA Case Competition (JMBACC). 12 teams from universities across Japan participated at this competition held in Tokyo.

Find out more about the JMBACC.

(From left to right: ��SM�� MBA Japan students Deb Tripathy, Lyal Clough, Satishi Juriani, and Taka Ishikawa, receiving their 1^st place award)?

Mining and the MBA �C B-School Students Work with Iron Ore Company of Canada Mines

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 20:23:08 +0000

45 MBA students from the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM��, Canada, have engaged in a partnership with the Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC), where they will play the role of consultants to eight on-going projects. The students were recently taken on a field trip to visit Labrador City and the mines, located in Canada��s Far North. During their trip they met with President and CEO of IOC, Zoe Yujnovich, who is co-teaching their CEO Insights Class with Professor Karl Moore on the Desautels MBA program.

Regado Biosciences, Inc. Adds Global Pharmaceutical Business Veteran to Board of Directors

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 19:36:13 +0000

Regado Biosciences, Inc. (RGDO), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the late-stage clinical development of its first-in-class, actively controllable antithrombotic drug system, REG1, today announced the appointment of Pierre Legault (MBA'89), MBA, CA, CPA, to its Board of Directors, where he will serve as Chairman of the audit committee.

For Two Dancers, Business School Is Their Next Act

��SM�� — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 19:29:50 +0000

Just over a year ago, when Antonios Bougiouris suffered a dance-related injury that required hip surgery to repair, he figured his days as a ballet dancer where numbered.
... The answer lay in ��SM��s MBA program at the Desautels Faculty of Management, where Mr. Bougiouris is enrolled as a student in the graduating class of 2015.
... Like Mr. Bourgiouris, Ms. Viswanathan, 26, came to the MBA program after a satisfying performing career that started when the Canadian-born dancer of Indian descent was 9.

Mining and the MBA �C B-School Students head to Labrador City to visit Iron Ore Company of Canada Mines

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 19:59:26 +0000

45 MBA students from the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� in Canada, have engaged in a partnership with the Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC), where they will play the role of consultants to 8 on-going projects at the Montreal based mining company.

Commerce Beyond the Profit Motive

��SM�� — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 16:19:23 +0000

During a study tour of Japan last spring, ��SM�� MBA student Ba Sein and his classmates made the usual rounds of corporate boardrooms, factories and lecture halls. Then they went off the traditional business school grid �C to perform volunteer work at the Second Harvest food bank in Tokyo.

MBA Diary: Do Good Or Do Well?

��SM�� — Sat, 05 Oct 2013 15:24:33 +0000

Scott Weatherhead, an MBA student at ��SM�� in Canada and the Social Economy Initiative's impact intern, travels through North Korea and South Africa in search of a use for his theoretical knowledge.

Academia Rolls Out Insect-Based Flour to Feed Malnourished Populations in Developing Countries

��SM�� — Sat, 05 Oct 2013 15:18:15 +0000

Reality dictates that there is actually more than enough food on this planet, not to mention vastly more food-growing potential, than we have all been led to believe by social engineers and the mainstream media.

Will Your Full-Time MBA Pay for Itself?

��SM�� — Sun, 15 Sep 2013 21:59:16 +0000

Many university graduates, who have recently entered the workforce, as well as professionals with years of experience, are trying to decide whether to pursue a full-time MBA.
... The cost of tuition for domestic students pursuing a full-time MBA varies greatly from province to province, with Ontario being the most expensive. Below is a sample of the tuition fees charged at some of Canada's top-rated business schools, according to the Financial Times global ranking :
... ��SM��'s Desautels Faculty of Management
Global rank: 76

When an MBA is not just an MBA

��SM�� — Sun, 15 Sep 2013 21:58:32 +0000

When Abram Chan started thinking about what he wanted to do after finishing his psychology undergraduate degree two years ago, an MBA came to mind.

Hult Prize Accelerator Preps Competitors for $1m

��SM�� — Thu, 15 Aug 2013 14:26:10 +0000

The problem: finding a high-quality source of protein for hundreds of millions of people that can be raised quickly, without consuming a lot of land, water, and other resources.
... Gabe Mott, an MBA student at ��SM�� in Montreal, said he and his teammates, the winners of the Boston regional competition, hadn��t expected to get into social entrepreneurship, but the Hult Prize opened opportunities.

A Quick Glance at My MBA Internship

��SM�� — Wed, 14 Aug 2013 14:54:41 +0000

My name is Mo Sedki and I��m an MBA Management Consulting intern with Accenture, based in the Calgary office.

When I started the MBA program at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management, I knew that I wanted to kick off my career in Management Consulting. I, however, had never worked as a consultant and had no prior experience working for a global company. So, when I was offered the opportunity to join Accenture in Calgary for 12 weeks, I was more than stoked!

Talking Management with Karl Moore: Leaders Need to Set a Clear Direction, says CN��s Mongeau

��SM�� — Wed, 14 Aug 2013 13:28:03 +0000

Professor Karl Moore of the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� speaks to Claude Mongeau (MBA'88), CEO of CN.

Read full transcript: The Globe and Mail, August 13, 2013

��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management joins the Latin American MBA Alumni Network

��SM�� — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 18:48:52 +0000

We are pleased to announce that the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM�� has agreed to be a business school partner with the Latin American MBA Alumni Network (LAMBA). LAMBA is a professional association that connects Latin American MBA graduates with one another and with corporations in Canada.

Is an MBA the Next Step for You?

��SM�� — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:25:29 +0000

If you��re looking to further your career in business, there��s a good chance that you��ve considered undertaking an MBA. Yes, a programme such as this can bring about great future benefits and has real potential to accelerate your career. But how much do you actually know about MBAs, and have you weighed up all the pros and cons?

Desautels Students' Concept of Solving Urban Hunger with Diet of Crickets Scores Big Points in Social Entrepreneurship Contest

��SM�� — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:59:47 +0000

A world without hunger could mean a world with a lot more crickets, according to a team of MBA students at ��SM��'s Desautels Faculty of Management.??

...This year's social issue, personally selected by former President Clinton, is centered on the global food crisis in urban slums, affecting more than one billion people worldwide. Mohammed Ashour, ��SM��'s team captain, said his idea was base solely on the concept of insect consumption.

MBAs champion social entrepreneurship and compete for $1 million

��SM�� — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:30:53 +0000

A group of Desautels MBA students beat out over 40 teams and 10,000 applicants, including representatives from Harvard, MIT, and Yale, to win the 2013 Hult Prize Boston Regional Finals.

Read about their win in BusinessWeek.

MD/MBA Student Samuel Waserman Receives HRF Healthcare Management Scholarship

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:41:44 +0000

MD/MBA student Samuel Waserman is the recipient of the HRF Healthcare Management Scholarship. He received the top score based on the evaluation conducted by the HRF Scientific Advisory Council.?

The HRF is proud to support the brightest and most talented young minds in Canada to become future scientists and health care leaders with the tools to contribute to the innovative health care system of tomorrow. More information about the HRF can be found at: www.hrf-frs.com.

Crickets for Dinner Anyone? A Crazy, Yet Clever Idea from Students of ��SM��

��SM�� — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:30:38 +0000

Five students from the Desautels Faculty of Management at ��SM��, Canada offered a rather innovative (read bizarre) solution to the challenge of the 2013 Hult Prize, considered by some as the Nobel Prize of the b-school arena. Responding to the challenge of developing a viable social enterprise to tackle the challenge of food security for urban slum dwellers, these students have offered crickets as an inexpensive source of food as well as a new source of income.

Hot Cities Report: Russia Is Many Things, But Boring Isn't One of Them

��SM�� — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 20:41:51 +0000

Ten months ago, I volunteered to help organize Desautels�� fifth annual Hot Cities of the World trip. I enjoy the challenge of detailed logistics; in my pre-MBA life, I booked national concert tours and publicity campaigns. As it turns out, booking a Canadian tour and booking a Russian trip for 44 people are very different beasts.

Leveraging XBRL Data in Financial Analysis

��SM�� — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:13:31 +0000

Back in August 2003, Timothy Koller wrote in McKinsey Quarterly an article ��Numbers investors can trust��, where he emphasized the importance of ��genuine disclosure�� of financial information by public companies. It was a call to corporations that wished to regain the trust of investors after the 2000 dot-com collapse. By strange coincidence, that year was marked by a new crisis of sub-prime mortgages, which was again partly related to the lack of proper disclosure of business and financial information.

Opinion: Russia's Underachieving Economy

��SM�� — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:29:03 +0000

Russia has been widely promoted as one of the BRICS nations, full of energy and dynamism like many leading emerging economies. Indeed, with its low unemployment figures, growing GDP, and recent WTO membership, it could be heralded as a poster child of the shifting concentration of wealth from the west to the east. Yet after spending 11 days in Moscow and St. Petersburg in February and March, we came away with mixed feelings.

-Article by Karl Moore and Tarek Dabbous

Carleton Grad among Finalists in Prestigious Hult Prize Competition

��SM�� — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:36:34 +0000

This fall, Carleton alumnus Gabe Mott and his team will stand before world business leaders and former U.S. President Bill Clinton and ask for $1 million.
His goal is to help put crickets on dinner tables around the world.

Feeding the World's Under-Nourished... With Crickets

��SM�� — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:19:09 +0000

Insects are not regular fare on Western menus, but a surprising number of people worldwide--perhaps as many as 2.5 billion--eat them happily on a regular basis. High in protein, low in fat, and rich in iron and omega-3, bugs like grasshoppers and cicadas are vital staples--a crunchier, and more sustainable, alternative to beef, pork, and lamb.

Hult Prize: Ending Hunger, One Cricket at a Time

��SM�� — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:09:57 +0000

If I broke the news to you that MBA students tend to be highly competitive individuals, you may not be too surprised. The Pope is, also, apparently Catholic, and all politicians are credible and reliable.

��SM�� students use crickets for a business model

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 21:21:53 +0000

A group of ��SM�� students (Mohammed Ashour, Gabriel Mott, Shobhita Soor, Jesse Pearlstein and Zev Thompson) hope their plan to breed crickets for use as a viable food source will be a million-dollar idea. The five students will be up against teams from Harvard, MIT and Yale as well as other teams from around the world.

Crickets as food source

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 21:20:36 +0000

With his team, Mohammed Ashour, a Master's candidate at ��SM��, won a regional championship of a special competition to have their proposal of crickets as a food source for impoverished countries presented to Bill Clinton and Barack Obama - and potentially win $1 million.

Watch full interview: Global Montreal, March 11, 2013

MBA students win first place at USC Marshall Global Consulting Challenge

��SM�� — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:32:09 +0000

MBA students Khaled Kahale, Hamidreza Mafi, Juan Camilo Ramirez, David Solomon and Scott Weatherhead represented Desautels Faculty of Management for the first time at the USC Marshall Global Consulting Challenge alongside nine other prestigious business schools from across the world. The team was awarded the best overall industry analysis prize by a team of judges.

Desautels MBAs promote social good and compete for $1 million

��SM�� — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 16:16:05 +0000

Desautels MBA students Mohammed Ashour, Jesse Pearlstein, Shobhita Soor, Zev Thompson, and Gabriel Mott, beat out over 40 teams, including Harvard, MIT and Yale, to win the Boston Regional Finals of the 2013 Hult Prize.

The Hult Prize is dedicated to launching the next wave of social entrepreneurs. With this year��s challenge centered on the global food crisis, the Desautels team��s business plan involves growing crickets into a viable food source.

��SM�� State of Mind�� team donates to Desautels Graduate Student Society

��SM�� — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:46:40 +0000

The team behind the successful "��SM�� State of Mind" music video project has donated a check of $500, on behalf of its sponsor Wire Rope Industries, to the Desautels Graduate Student Society. The video team, whose project has reached over 64,000 YouTube hits, would like to thank Desautels students for watching the video and contributing to a diverse campus community.

Watch "��SM�� State of Mind" video: YouTube

Canadian B-Schools Join Forces

��SM�� — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 16:31:32 +0000

Some countries get all the luck when it comes to their neighbors. And for most of its history, the U.S. has been fortunate to have some of the world��s least troublesome, actually downright nice, people on its northern border: the Canadians.

Leading business schools to speak with one voice as Canadian MBA Alliance

��SM�� — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:58:05 +0000

��Canadian Schools are experiencing growing demand with a 28% increase in GMAT scores sent to Canadian Programs relative to test taking volume five years ago. (Source: GMAC North American Trend Report.)

TORONTO, ONTARIO�C February 7, 2013��The Canadian MBA Alliance (comprised of Canada��s top six business schools) have joined forces to recruit prospective graduate students from around the world on the merits of studying business at a Canadian university.

La vague rose poursuit son chemin

��SM�� — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:48:57 +0000

Il y a une d��cennie, les femmes ��taient encore peu nombreuses dans les cohortes de MBA au Qu��bec. Depuis quelques ann��es, elles repr��sentent en moyenne de 25 �� 35 % des ��tudiants dans ces programmes.

La pr��sence des femmes dans les classes de MBA pour cadres en exercice est appel��e �� cro?tre au cours des prochaines ann��es.

The jobs have come back, MBA grads report

��SM�� — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:41:28 +0000

Despite uncertain economic times, the latest MBA graduates from business schools in Canada and around the world are landing jobs (and good salaries) at a speedy pace unparalleled in a decade, according to a new survey.

�� The survey results ��send a very strong message�� about the value of an MBA, says Tamer Boyaci, associate dean of masters programs at ��SM��s Desautels Faculty of Management. ��It means the investment the students are making is paying off.��

MBA student Alicia Cooper awarded Development Needs Scholarship

��SM�� — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 20:34:37 +0000

MBA student Alicia Cooper was awarded the Development Needs Scholarship by the Ministry of Public Administration of Trinidad and Tobago.

MD/MBA student Jordan Isenberg receives Dave Williams Leadership Award

��SM�� — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:09:51 +0000

MD/MBA student Jordan Isenberg is the co-winner of the Dave Williams Leadership Award 2012, granted by the ��SM�� Faculty of Medicine. This award serves to recognize Jordan��s public policy works on the Quebec?provincial, Canadian national and UN international scenes, where he exemplifies principles of leadership: setting direction, motivating & aligning people, building value and modeling the way.

The best business schools of 2012

��SM�� — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:33:54 +0000

The full-time MBA ranking published last month by BusinessWeek brings the 2012 season of media rankings of business schools to a close, and the results will be met with the usual mix of joy, despair and skepticism by the business school community. Staff, students and alumni will be assessing the impact of their school��s standing in the global market, while potential applicants may over-rely on these league tables to determine their shortlist of target schools.

Outstanding Result for Desautels MBA Team at FEI Best in Class Case Competition

��SM�� — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:49:40 +0000

Desautels MBA students, Alaa Abulhuda, Soeren Klatt, Lauren Merkel and Thomas Weber, took 2nd place at the 7th annual Financial Executives International (FEI) Best in Class Invitational Case Competition held in Toronto from November 15-17, 2012. After placing 4th in 2009 and 3rd in 2010, this is our Faculty��s highest placement thus far at this prestigious competition, which includes the top business schools from across Canada.

MBA students: Head of the (asset) class

��SM�� — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:01:28 +0000

Academia can be filled with hypotheticals and theoreticals. To make it real, just add money. A growing number of Canadian business schools are implementing investing programs that buy and sell with real dollars, blurring��or eliminating�� the divide between campus and Bay Street.

Why we need the world's best

��SM�� — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:13:48 +0000

The great historian Marcel Trudel liked to talk about the myths and realities of Quebec's history. On my side, I'll talk about the myths and realities of the international role of Quebec's universities - a key role for the success of Quebec.

�� Half of ��SM��'s alumni live in Quebec, including many one-time international students who fell in love with Quebec and never left. A good example is Aldo Bensadoun (BCom��64, LLD��12), the founder of the Aldo Group, who perhaps you saw recently on Tout le monde en parle.

MBA student Alexis Pradie receives 1938 Champions Award

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:56:22 +0000

MBA student Alexis Pradie has been chosen as the recipient of a 1938 Champions Award by the Committee on Enrolment and Student Affairs and the Martlet Foundation. The 1938 Champions Awards were established in 1991 by the surviving members of the 1938 ��SM�� Intercollegiate Champions in football and hockey in memory of their teammates who lost their lives in the service of their country during World War II. Winners of the awards must have not only good academic records but must also have demonstrated leadership through service, dedication and teamwork.

CBIE honours champions of international education

��SM�� — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 13:36:06 +0000

Ottawa, October 22, 2012 - The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2012 Excellence Awards showcasing innovators, leaders, service professionals and emerging stars in our field. ???

MBA Programs Drawing More Applications in Quebec

��SM�� — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:30:26 +0000

Applications are up for MBA programs in Quebec, even as they have slowed in the U.S. RDI's business-news show reports on the situation, including interviews at Desautels Faculty of Management.

Featured in the interview: Professor Laurent Barras, MBA students Annjulie Beaulieu Hebert, Jean-Philippe Dulude, and Alexis Pradie

You're never too old to learn

��SM�� — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:25:13 +0000

When John Haddon, 57, left a 22-year career in financial services in 2004, like many of us, he wasn't expecting the storms that lay on the horizon. One financial crisis later, he realised that, despite his years in the field, as an entrepreneur he was still lacking some of the skills required to navigate through choppy economic waters and a global business environment. "Although I'd been in financial services for a long while, I didn't have all that was required to 'speak the language'. I concluded that I needed to upgrade my skills," he recalls.

Be yourself for the best result

��SM�� — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:05:59 +0000

If a book was written about you, what would the title be and why? If that one has you tripping over your tongue, it's meant to. "Part of the idea behind these questions is to throw you something you are not prepared for and see what you come up with," says Michael Forde, who successfully applied to a handful of business schools before choosing ��SM��'s Desautels Faculty of Management in Canada.

Et le salaire?

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:31:53 +0000

In Canada, Business Schools Lead Push for Globalization

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:31:31 +0000

Payout vs. payoff

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:30:37 +0000

The MBA: a high-return investment

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:30:38 +0000

A healthy balance

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:30:21 +0000

Elite students tackle MBAs �C and MDs

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:28:05 +0000

Province backs down from fine on ��SM��s self-funded model

��SM�� — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:27:38 +0000

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MBA alumna to lead Ottawa International Airport Authority

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Kanuk adapts jackets to milder winters, eyes international markets

Saloua Benkhouya to lead Women in Finance Association in Quebec (AFFQ)

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Economic uncertainty will continue in 2024, and businesses can benefit by planning for it

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Fighting food insecurity with...bugs?

Ram Panda to receive honorary doctorate from School of Continuing Studies

MBA Toronto Trip 2023

Ace Squad wins 2023 Desautels Case Cup Competition?

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The Photons take 2022 Desautels Cup case competition

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Betty Zoller launches Aviva, a maker of plant-based, nut-free cheese alternatives

����SM���� team wins honourable mention at EDI case writing competition

The workplace has changed, and will continue to: Samer Saab

Chafik Hamad establishes RAFAH bursary to honour his mother��s memory by helping students who face systemic barriers

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Management Masters Office achieves Gold-Level Sustainable Workplace Certification

Montreal named top Canadian city for students

First recipient of Sujata Madan Award celebrated at MBA Summer Social

����SM���� Desautels Masters Office attains Gold level of sustainability certification

Ukraine��s strong territorial defence owes much to strong sense of civic duty

Alumnus Lawrence S. Bloomberg to receive honorary doctorate at ����SM����'s Spring 2022 Convocation ceremony

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Several ��SM�� Desautels alumni honoured at 2023 ��SM�� Alumni Association Awards and Honours

��SM�� Desautels MBA ranked 73rd in 2023 Global QS Rankings

��SM�� team wins honourable mention at EDI case writing competition

From Olympian to CEO, Craig Buntin shares his journey with ��SM��s entrepreneurship community

��SM�� Desautels Masters Office attains Gold level of sustainability certification

Alumnus Lawrence S. Bloomberg to receive honorary doctorate at ��SM��'s Spring 2022 Convocation ceremony

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Poets and Quants celebrates ��SM�� MBA alumna for IWD

The 2022 Financial Times Global MBA ranking places the ��SM�� Desautels MBA program 90th globally and 2nd in Canada.

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��SM�� Desautels Faculty of Management MBA ranked #4 in Canada by Bloomberg Businessweek

��SM�� MBA performing amongst top 26% globally according to QS Rankings

MBA alumna credits ��SM�� connections for success

Desautels alumni featured in ��SM�� podcast

Takeaways from CEO virtual visit to ��SM��

��SM�� MBA evolves to meet local and international demand

Virtual Meet ��SM�� event expands access to employers across Canada

��SM��s redesigned MBA program equips students to lead in shifting business climate

��SM�� MBA ranked 2nd in Canada, QS reports

��SM�� MBA continues to evolve with business

��SM�� Desautels MBA program among top in Canada

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��SM�� Desautels MBA team wins Social Business Creation competition at HEC Montr��al

��SM��s revamped MBA program is more experiential, flexible