/dobson/taxonomy/term/1129/all en /dobson/channels/event/phd-thesis-defense-presentation-dominique-welt-360992 <p><b>Mr. John J. Han, </b>a doctoral student at Ïăœ¶ÊÓÆ” in the <b>Marketing </b>area will be presenting his thesis defense entitled:</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:50:58 +0000 admin 140972 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/mcgill-desautels-mba-ranked-26-globally-most-sustainable-corporate-knights-360993 <p>The <strong>McGill Desautels Faculty of Management </strong><a href="/desautels/programs/mba-programs/mba"><strong>MBA</strong> </a>is ranked <strong>26<sup>th</sup> globally</strong> 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.</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:58:54 +0000 admin 140973 at /dobson /dobson/channels/event/phd-research-proposal-presentation-tiange-li-360983 <p><b>Ms.</b> <b>Tiange Li,</b><b> </b>a doctoral student at Ïăœ¶ÊÓÆ” in the area of <b>Information Systems </b>will be presenting her research proposal entitled:</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:53:21 +0000 admin 140971 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/corporate-social-responsibility-disclosures-have-benefits-also-come-costs-360967 <p>Corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosures can enhance a company’s public image and contribute to increased sales. However, these benefits may come at a cost. In a study analyzing CSR disclosures from companies in China, where such reporting is mandatory, Associate Professor of Quantitative Marketing and Analytics <a href="/desautels/vivek-astvansh"><strong>Vivek Astvansh</strong></a> found that while these disclosures attract customers, they may also discourage new suppliers.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:00:21 +0000 admin 140965 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/companies-launched-mcgill-enrich-quebecs-research-ecosystem-360962 <p>In 2023, McGill launched 28 research-based startup companies—all headquartered in Quebec. This is the highest number among universities in North America, according to AUTM, a Washington, DC-based non-profit focused on technology transfer. McGill’s research-based startups cover a wide range of academic expertise but are particularly concentrated in medical technologies and the life sciences. At McGill Desautels, the <a href="/dobson/"><strong>Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship</strong></a> (which awards the Dobson Cup), acts as a hub of entrepreneurial activity.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:43:53 +0000 admin 140970 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/undergraduate-alum-named-deputy-chancellor-mcgill-university-360963 <p><strong>Cynthia Price Verreault</strong> (BCom’82) has been appointed McGill’s first Deputy Chancellor. In this new role, she will support the Chancellor, President, and Board of Governors. Throughout her two-year term, Price Verreault will offer counsel and play a key role in representing the University at events and high-level meetings.“We are delighted that someone with as deep a knowledge of the institution as Ms. Price Verreault has will be working alongside our new Chancellor, Pierre Boivin,” says Maryse Bertrand, Chair of the McGill Board of Governors.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:46:15 +0000 admin 140969 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/hedge-funds-trade-volumes-have-substantial-effect-investment-returns-360964 <p>The timing of stock trades can be as important as the choice of equities to buy or sell. When trading volume is low, large purchases can drive up a stock’s price, raising costs for the trader. A working paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research by Associate Professor of Finance<strong> <a href="/desautels/ruslan-goyenko">Ruslan Goyenko</a></strong> finds that returns associated with trade timing are substantial—they can impact returns as much as stock selection itself.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:52:15 +0000 admin 140968 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/students-master-finance-7th-deloitte-mmf-synergy-challenge-360965 <p>Students in the McGill Desautels Master of Management in Finance (MMF) program showcased their financial prowess at the 7th Deloitte MMF Synergy Challenge on October 30.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:55:17 +0000 admin 140967 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/elite-yelp-reviewers-hold-outsized-influence-even-after-their-formal-status-lost-360966 <p>Yelp’s restaurant review platform awards an ‘elite’ badge to top contributors, acknowledging their role in shaping user experiences. However, new research by Associate Professor <a href="/desautels/warut-khern-am-nuai"><strong>Warut Khern-am-nuai</strong></a> reveals that the influence of these elite reviewers persists even if they lose their official status.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:57:54 +0000 admin 140966 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/employers-judge-job-candidates-it-isnt-one-way-street-360961 <p>Job seekers put their resumes out there to be judged by potential employers, but the evaluation goes both ways, says <a href="/desautels/lisa-cohen"><strong>Lisa Cohen</strong></a>, Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at McGill Desautels. “Candidates talk to other candidates,” Cohen tells The Globe and Mail.</p> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 17:37:53 +0000 admin 140964 at /dobson /dobson/channels/event/mcche-precision-convergence-webinar-series-dongbin-xiu-360921 <h2>Mathematics of Digital Twins</h2> <h3>By Dongbin Xiu</h3> <p>Professor and Ohio Eminent Scholar<br /> Ohio State University</p> <p><strong>Date</strong>: November 14, 2024<br /> <strong>Time</strong>: 11:00am to 1:00pm</p> Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:47:49 +0000 admin 140963 at /dobson /dobson/channels/event/mcgill-hec-montreal-emba-information-session-person-november-18th-2024-360899 <p>This <strong>McGill-HEC MontrĂ©al EMBA information session</strong> <strong>(in-person) </strong>will feature the Executive MBA’s:</p> Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:55:15 +0000 admin 140961 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/shoeb-hosain-faculty-lecturer-innovates-data-science-education-creative-solutions-mcgill-desautels-357919 <p><a href="/desautels/shoeb-hosain">Shoeb Hosain</a>, the Program Director of the <a href="/desautels/programs/mma">Masters of Management in Analytics at McGill Desautels</a>, leads the "Analytics and Solution Consulting" course, which aims to equip students with the skills needed to tackle Data Science challenges across various industries. Under his guidance, students form teams and apply their knowledge in Quantitative Methods, Technological Automation, and Business Strategy to develop innovative solutions for real-world clients.</p> Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:34:44 +0000 admin 140928 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/employer-led-networking-can-help-women-assess-workplace-gender-dynamics-358905 <div class="bl-tpl">Employers often cite a lack of female candidates as a barrier to achieving gender parity in the workplace. Yet, that can overlook an important factor – the alienation of women during the hiring process. “A lack of belonging can set in at the first stage of recruitment, and follow women throughout their careers,” says <a href="/desautels/janani-ramesh"><strong>PhD student Janani Ramesh </strong></a>in an interview with HR Reporter. However, employer-led networking can be a powerful tool to recruit women.</div> Tue, 27 Aug 2024 22:14:24 +0000 admin 140906 at /dobson /dobson/channels/news/us-pilot-wages-are-rising-fast-air-canada-pilots-seeking-keep-pace-359976 <p>In recent years, airline pilots in the U.S. have received impressive wage increases—40% at United and 34% at Delta. But the wages of Canadian pilots haven’t kept up, and the Air Line Pilots Association union has been pushing for a contract that puts Air Canada pilots’ wage increases closer to those of their American peers. The union and the airline have reached a tentative agreement of a 26% pay bump, followed by a 4% raise each of the next three years.</p> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:33:39 +0000 admin 140895 at /dobson