平特五不中 Desautels Faculty of Management /desautels/articles/rss en MIPC 2024 fosters student innovation and inclusion in finance /desautels/article/mcgill-international-portfolio-challenge-mipc-sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi/mipc-2024-fosters-student-innovation-and-inclusion-finance <p>The <a href="/desautels/initiatives-institutes/sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi/mcgill-international-portfolio-challenge">平特五不中 International Portfolio Challenge (MIPC)</a>, wrapped up in November 2024 with another successful edition, drawing in a record of<b> 99</b> teams from <b>47</b> universities in <b>17</b> countries to compete. In its eighth year, the event has become a hallmark for aspiring finance students, offering a unique opportunity to tackle real-world financial investment challenges while honing leadership and collaboration skills.<br /> <br /></p> Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:22:20 +0000 Selma Shennib 1698190 at /desautels Ethics in the aviation industry: Insights from the 2nd annual Business Ethics Conference /desautels/article/laidley-centre-business-ethics-and-equity-lcbee/ethics-aviation-industry-insights-2nd-annual-business-ethics-conference <p>On Friday, November 15, the <a href="/desautels/initiatives-institutes/laidley-centre-business-ethics-and-equity-lcbee">Laidley Centre for Business Ethics and Equity (LCBEE)</a> hosted its second annual<b> </b>Business Ethics Conference at the 平特五不中 Faculty Club, centred on the theme 鈥淓thics in the Aviation Industry.鈥 The event brought together over 80 participants, including students, faculty, alumni and industry professionals for a day of discussions, panels and networking.</p> Thu, 12 Dec 2024 19:37:54 +0000 Selma Shennib 1680616 at /desautels Dean's EDI Update - November 2024 /desautels/article/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-deans-edi-update/deans-edi-update-november-2024 <p>Earlier this semester, our EDI team launched the <b>平特五不中 Desautels Equity Program (MDEP). </b>In alignment with the Faculty鈥檚 EDI Action Plan, the program invites community members to engage in various roles that build community, advocate for cultural change, and improve EDI literacy and accountability.</p> Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:33:54 +0000 Dean Yolande E. Chan 1647411 at /desautels 平特五不中 MMA Online Corporate Match Fuels Success: Insights from Ahmed Karrat鈥檚 MMA Online Journey /desautels/article/master-management-analytics-mma-program/mcgill-mma-online-corporate-match-fuels-success-insights-ahmed-karrats-mma-online-journey <p>Ahmed Karrat, a member of 平特五不中鈥檚 <a href="/desautels/programs/mma/">Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) Online</a> 2024 cohort, shares how the flexible, cutting-edge curriculum has empowered him to advance his expertise in analytics while continuing his full-time role at BDC through the support of <a href="/desautels/programs/mma/admissions/tuition-financial-aid/mcgill-corporate-education-match">平特五不中鈥檚 Corporate Education Match program</a> designed exclusively for the MMA Online.</p> Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:56:34 +0000 平特五不中 Desautels 1595878 at /desautels Growth and Inspiration in Retail for 平特五不中 Alumna Alexia Saumon (BCom鈥19, MMR鈥23) /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-master-management-retailing-mmr-program/growth-and-inspiration-retail-mcgill-alumna-alexia-saumon <p>In the fast-paced world of retail, standing out takes a blend of analytical insight, strategic thinking, and a profound understanding of consumer trends. For Alexia Saumon, 平特五不中鈥檚 <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> program was more than an academic milestone鈥攊t was a transformative experience that sharpened her skills, ignited her passion, and connected her with the heart of the industry.</p> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:34:54 +0000 Ireland Compton 1576688 at /desautels Indigenous Business Matters: Truth, Reconciliation, and Sovereign Wealth /desautels/article/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/indigenous-business-matters-truth-reconciliation-and-sovereign-wealth <p>In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) on September 30, the 平特五不中 Desautels Faculty of Management, in collaboration with the <a href="/indigenous/">Office of Indigenous Initiatives</a>, hosted a keynote address by Travis Seymour. As part of <a href="/indigenous/news-events/indigenous-awareness-weeks-2024">平特五不中鈥檚 Indigenous Awareness Weeks</a>, now in its 13th year, this event underscored the urgent need to incorporate reconciliation principles within management and corporate frameworks.</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:27:33 +0000 Karrie-Noelle Plohman 1559425 at /desautels Addressing Anti-Black Racism: Strategies for Integration in the Classroom /desautels/article/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/addressing-anti-black-racism-strategies-integration-classroom <p>On October 2, the 平特五不中 Desautels Faculty of Management hosted a panel titled "Addressing Anti-Black Racism: Strategies for Integration in the Classroom," aimed at fostering inclusive learning environments and addressing anti-Black racism.</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:13:18 +0000 Karrie-Noelle Plohman 1559424 at /desautels From Engineer to Media Leader: Archita Ghosh鈥檚 (MBA'02) Journey of Career Transformation /desautels/article/master-business-administration-mba-program/engineer-media-leader-archita-ghoshs-mba02-journey-career-transformation <p>Earlier this year, MBA alumna Archita Ghosh took the helm of Montreal-based Indigenous media production company, Rezolution Pictures. We caught up with her to hear more about her journey as an entrepreneur, her career pivot from engineering to the media industry, and her vision for the future of Rezolution Pictures.</p> <p><strong>Let鈥檚 start with your background, can you tell me a little bit about yourself?</strong></p> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:53:17 +0000 Ireland Compton 1528602 at /desautels Homecoming 2024: Alumni return to campus for nostalgia and networking /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-supporting-desautels-master-business-administration-mba-program/homecoming-2024-alumni-return-campus-nostalgia-and-networking <p>This October, we welcomed alumni from around the world back to campus to celebrate Homecoming 2024鈥攁nd what a success it was!</p> <p>Homecoming is always a great time to reminisce, expand your network, and reengage with your alma mater, and it was great to see some familiar faces back in town! Between October 24 and 26, the campus came alive as 平特五不中 Desautels alumni and friends converged for a special celebration filled with stories, memories, and plenty of laughs.</p> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:06:20 +0000 平特五不中 Advancement 1528417 at /desautels Elliot Lifson granted lifetime membership to Desautels International Advisory and Advancement Board (DIAAB) /desautels/article/desautels-international-advisory-and-advancement-board-diaab/elliot-lifson-granted-lifetime-membership-desautels-international-advisory-and-advancement-board <p>For nearly 20 years,聽<a href="/desautels/elliot-lifson">Elliot Lifson</a>, C.M., O.Q., has brought his experience and expertise to students, staff, and faculty members alike, as a professor of practice and a member of both the聽<a href="/bensadoun-school/about-bsrm/advisory-board">Bensadoun School of Retail Management Advisory Board</a>聽and the聽<a href="/desautels/about/administration-governance/advisory">Desautels International Advisory and Advancement Board (DIAAB)</a>.</p> Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:21:44 +0000 Ireland Compton 1485139 at /desautels