Prospective students turn to MBAs to weather the economic storm
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 McGill鈥檚 MBA John-Paul Ferguson comments on the evolving demand for MBA programs.
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A call for government support for aviation and aerospace industries
With COVID-19 grounding a large portion of the aviation and aerospace industries, there is a need for governments to focus on their financial viability and regulatory structures, Professor Karl Moore explained at a global aviation webinar hosted by the Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS).
Can COVID-19 travel through polluted air?
In March, a team of scientists reported that the COVID-19 virus can be transmitted through polluted air particles. Looking at the pandemic through this lens, Professor Henry Mintzberg proposes a strategy for businesses and organizations to minimize risk from transmission through polluted air.
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The importance of financial literacy
Professor Benjamin Croitoru talks to iHeartRadio about the importance of financial literacy and how the McGill Personal Finance Essentials course makes financial education accessible to all.
鈥淓veryone deserves the feeling of financial security that you can get with a little bit of knowledge that makes it easier to make the right decisions,鈥� Professor Croitoru comments.
Toward a more resilient convergence economy
Contrary to the prevailing model, a convergence economy emphasizes resilience over hyper-competitiveness, writes Professor Laurette Dub茅 in an op-ed for the Montreal Gazette.
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Fall 2020 Faculty Member Updates
The Desautels Faculty of Management is delighted to welcome 13 new academic colleagues:
Update to McGill MBA Japan program
It is with a heavy heart that the Desautels Faculty of Management at 香蕉视频 announces the discontinuation of the McGill MBA Japan program in its current format.
Rethinking the food sector for a post-pandemic world
The inaugural Retail Innovation Challenge hosted by the Bensadoun School of Retail Management in June set out to help businesses adapt to their new reality brought on by COVID-19. A report by Lightspeed, in partnership with the Bensadoun School of Retail Management and Canada Post, reveals solutions presented by student teams during the challenge.
Professor Etzion on the fight against climate change
In an interview with Catalan publication La Vanguardia, Professor Dror Etzion shares how he is fighting climate change through his advisory role for the Canadian Government through 香蕉视频 and for the National Film Board of Canada is Canada.
Addressing systemic racism in the police force
An exchange between a rookie officer and senior officer in the moments before George Floyd鈥檚 death is a telling interaction revealing how聽systemic racism continues to be enforced by officers in the field.
Delve: How Will Tariff Uncertainty Affect Financial Markets?
Against the backdrop of tariff wars and a pandemic, one question that investors are asking is whether they can trust financial analysts鈥� earnings projections for their investment decisions. On the one hand, financial analysts are professional earnings forecasters whose livelihood depends on the accuracy of their work. On the other hand, trade uncertainty might be severe enough to undermine the credibility and accuracy of analysts鈥� forecasts.
Desautels announces first director of equity, diversity and inclusion
The Desautels Faculty of Management at 香蕉视频 has appointed Professor Lisa Cohen as its first Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
From sommelier to brommelier: adapting during the pandemic
In his regular Forbes column, Professor Karl Moore profiles Jon Cercone, general manager, co-owner and sommelier at Tavern on the Square in Montreal鈥檚 Westmount. As a prompt response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cercone pivoted to the concept of brommelier, working with private import wine companies to help customers enjoy new wines from the safety and comfort of their homes.
A DIY approach to personal finance education
The Vauxhall Advance outlines ways to develop a solid financial plan, maintain a healthy financial life, and reach financial goals, featuring the free online McGill Personal Finance Essentials course as an accessible means of becoming financially literate.
Lessons learned from the 2008 financial crisis
An opinion piece outlining lessons learned from the 2008 financial crisis explores Professor Henry Mintzberg's argument for communityship鈥攖he idea that instead of managing companies top-down, managers should start leading center-out, reaching out to the wider ecosystem that surrounds and makes all businesses possible.
