Desautels Faculty of Management /desautels/articles/rss en Making it in real estate with Evan Paperman (BCom’09) and Jason Parravano | Management Insights /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-mcgill-management-insights/mcgill-management-insights-making-it-real-estate-evan-paperman-bcom09-and-jason-parravano <p><img alt="Evan Paperman (BCom’09) and Jason Parravano" title="Evan Paperman (BCom’09) and Jason Parravano" height="359" width="239" style="width: 239px; height: 359px; float: left;" class="media-element file-large lt" src="/desautels/files/desautels/styles/wysiwyg_large/public/evan_paperman_bcom09_and_jason_parravano.png?itok=ZP4D2AcG" />In collaboration with the Desautels Graduate Students Society, Management Insights was proud to host the inaugural edition of Desautels Talks.</p> Fri, 31 Jan 2025 15:35:02 +0000 MMI 1946473 at /desautels Forging a Path for Creativity and Passion with Meagan Morrison (BCom’07) | Management Insights /desautels/article/alumni-baccalaureat-en-commerce-b-com-mcgill-management-insights/mcgill-management-insights-forging-path-creativity-and-passion-meagan-morrison-bcom07 <p><img alt="Meagan Morrison (BCom’07)" title="Meagan Morrison (BCom’07)" height="480" width="320" style="width: 239px; height: 359px; float: left;" class="media-element file-large lt" src="/desautels/files/desautels/styles/wysiwyg_large/public/meagan_morrison_bcom07.png?itok=FH5xQwW8" />Meagan Morrison (BCom’07), renowned fashion illustrator and founder of <a href="https://travelwritedraw.com/">Travel Write Draw</a>, didn’t follow a conventional path. Her story is one of serendipity, bold decisions, and a deep commitment to creativity.</p> Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:35:01 +0000 MMI 1860869 at /desautels Experiencing London’s finance hub: An MMF’25 perspective /desautels/article/master-management-finance-mmf-program/experiencing-londons-finance-hub-mmf25-perspective <p>In October 2024, the <a href="/desautels/programs/mmf">MMF</a> 2025 cohort visited London, United Kingdom one of the world’s largest financial hubs. During our one-week trip, we visited historical sites, experienced local cuisines, and met alumni in various fields within the finance industry.</p> Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:03:53 +0000 Arthur Deng 1862058 at /desautels From rejection to resilience with Simon Blanchette, BCom'14 | Management Insights /desautels/article/alumni-baccalaureat-en-commerce-b-com-mcgill-management-insights/mcgill-management-insights-rejection-resilience-simon-blanchette-bcom14 <p><img alt="Simon Blanchette" title="Simon Blanchette" height="4534" width="3023" style="width: 239px; height: 358px; float: left;" class="media-element file-original lt" src="/desautels/files/desautels/simon_blanchette_mmi.png" />Navigating the job market can be a daunting journey, but for Simon Blanchette, a proud alumnus (BCom’14), it is a story of resilience, self-awareness, and growth.</p> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:24:23 +0000 MMI 1713447 at /desautels 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"> 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 Faculty Club, centred on the theme “Ethics in the Aviation Industry.” 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> Desautels Equity Program (MDEP). </b>In alignment with the Faculty’s 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 MMA Online Corporate Match Fuels Success: Insights from Ahmed Karrat’s 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 ’s <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">’s Corporate Education Match program</a> designed exclusively for the MMA Online.</p> Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:56:34 +0000 Desautels 1595878 at /desautels Growth and Inspiration in Retail for Alumna Alexia Saumon (BCom’19, MMR’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, ’s <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> program was more than an academic milestone—it 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 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">’s 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