The MMM program is unique for its intensity, industry collaboration, intended skill set, and the international composition and outlook of all participants. The program emphasizes both operations and management subjects, providing the tools to manage a business in an internationally competitive environment, from product development to manufacturing and the supply chain to marketing and communications.
One of only a few similar programs in the world, MMM aims to develop individuals with integrated skills in management, engineering and leadership. Heeding the voice of industry, the program provides a professional, hands-on approach which addresses all major issues germane to the optimization of operations: manufacturing and supply chain strategies, product and process design, process analysis and management, inventory, quality and capacity management, supply chain design and management, logistics, information technology and E-commerce, organizational relations, marketing and delivery to the customer. It does not encompass strictly manufacturing; the focus is on all facets of supply chain, logistics and manufacturing management.
An important distinguishing feature is the amount of involvement by corporate sponsors who interact with students and faculty throughout the year and provide the vital practical component of MMM. In a dynamic collaborative effort, sponsor and partner companies participate actively by contributing to program design, case studies, seminars, plant tours, workshops, student projects and work terms. By means of direct involvement with industry representatives, MMM students have the ability to profoundly comprehend the intricacies of today's operations environment as well as avail themselves of valuable networking opportunities. Those students who demonstrate the skill set required by company recruiters may be placed on the fast track to management status.
Graduates of the MMM program have established a very active and ever-expanding MMM Alumni Society. Its members provide assistance with industry courses, organize numerous activities, offer networking opportunities, benchmarking and workplace feedback. Alumni members may be contacted by mmm [dot] alumni [at] sympatico [dot] ca (Email) .
The other defining feature is the very high international composition over 50% of the MMM student body and faculty originate outside of Canada. As a result, the program provides the opportunity for studying business issues on a global scale, for comparing systems and operations in numerous countries worldwide, as well as for international networking. Special focus is placed on global supply chain management and manufacturing and the need to be entrepreneurial in a constantly changing and internationally competitive marketplace.
The MMM full-time program is offered over a twelve-month academic term at McGill University and a minimum four-month work term at an industry location. The program is highly intensive with 18 courses in three consecutive semesters. Classes start in September and end the following August. The work term usually begins either at the end of August or beginning of September. Upon successful completion of all program elements, the Master of Management degree is bestowed on MMM graduates.
The MMM program can also be followed on a part-time basis by individuals living and working in the Montreal area. Most classes are offered in the evening to accommodate their schedules. For the work term portion of the program students may undertake a project assigned by their company. The part-time MMM program may be completed between three to five years.
