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’s MBA John-Paul Ferguson comments on the evolving demand for MBA programs.
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Adapting for the future of work
The recent shift to remote work is changing the types of skills graduates need to succeed in the workplace. According to Marie-José Beaudin, Executive Director of Career Services at the Desautels Faculty of Management, employers will be looking for candidates with strong emotional intelligence.
Desautels ranked top MBA in Canada by America Economia
America Economia has ranked the Desautels Faculty of Management 21st in their 2020 Global MBA Ranking, placing the Desautels MBA program in the top spot for Canada.
This annual ranking of global MBA programs measures several variables for Latin Americans, including multicultural experience, network potential, selectivity, innovation, and the program’s percentage of Latin American students.
The value of a flexible MBA
Starting in Fall 2020, McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management will offer 12-, 16-, and 20-month MBA options to meet changing student needs.
Desautels students named in Poets and Quants’ MBAs to Watch
Three graduating McGill students, Anastasia Budaeva, Ysa Cao and George Oriokot, have been named in Poets and Quants’ 2020 MBAs To Watch list.
Job recruitment continues in an unstable market
Since COVID-19 transformed the way we do business in March, recruiters have been quick to move into virtual spaces. Marie-José Beaudin, Executive Director of Career Services at the Desautels Faculty of Management, notes that full-time positions are more at risk than internships, with some employers opting for shorter contracts as they await the economic impact of the pandemic.
Specialize to stand out
MBA students at McGill University are pursuing specialized skills to gain a competitive edge.
Building leaders in sustainability
For MBA students at McGill University, sustainability is a crucial ingredient of successful leadership. McGill alumni Justin Park (MBA’18) and Natasha Alani (MBA’17) reflect on how the program’s integrated approach to sustainability has informed their professional practices.
Why Montreal is a dream location for MBA students
In the 2019 QS Best Student Cities ranking, Montreal defended its title as the best student city in North America for the fifth consecutive year.
McGill MBA students flock to Montreal from more than 30 countries around the globe to enjoy the diverse culture, low cost of living, and strong job prospects—and they usually stick around long after graduation.
McGill MBA continues to evolve with business
As the business world continues to adapt to the modern day, the next generation of business leaders are seeking new ways to make their mark in the industry. For many, an MBA is no longer about climbing the corporate ladder; it is an avenue to take a break from their careers, change lanes, and contribute to a better future for all.
MBA alumnus named Canadian CFO of the Year
McGill MBA alumnus Nadeem Velani (MBA’98) has been named Canada's CFO Of The Year™ for 2020. Velani has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of railway company Canadian Pacific since 2016.
This award, presented by the Financial Executives International Canada, PwC Canada and Robert Half, recognizes Velani for the strides he has made in Canadian Pacific’s financial performance, stakeholder relations, operational data usage, and sustainable growth.
Leadership shakeup at Bombardier
Alain Bellemare (MBA’93) has lost his reign as CEO of Bellemare, with Hydro-Québec CEO Éric Martel taking the top spot at the struggling company.
Professor Karl Moore, who has long followed Bellemare’s leadership at Bombardier, notes that now is the time for a new CEO to lead the company into its next chapter.
A glowing victory at Net Impact Case Competition
A team of MBA students from McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management took the top prize at the Net Impact Case Competition on February 29.
Mastering the personal statement for your MBA application
Antoinette Molino, assistant director of admissions in the MBA program at McGill University, shares tips for submitting an impressive personal statement. Understanding the right balance between writing too little and too much and focusing on attention to detail are just two steps that Molino proposes for a successful statement.
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Reflecting on DMAA 2020
Members of the Desautels community came together on February 7, 2020 at the Four Seasons Hotel to celebrate this year’s recipients of the Desautels Management Achievement Awards (DMAA).
This year’s recipients included:
Jennifer Heil, BCom’13, Olympian, social innovator and activist (Young Alumni Achievement Award)
