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Henry Mintzberg reflects on 50 years of management insights

In a special interview marking the 50th anniversary of his iconic article "The Manager's Job: Folklore and Fact," Henry Mintzberg revisits his groundbreaking work, offering fresh perspectives on organizational structure, management, and leadership.

Published: 21 Mar 2025

鶹ýվ SGI’s Annual Grand Challenge winners tackle greenwashing in Canada’s energy transition

At the 鶹ýվ Desautels we believe in empowering students to tackle real-world challenges through innovation and collaboration. Last week, the 鶹ýվ Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI), anchored at our Faculty, wrapped up its 2nd edition of the Annual Grand Challenge (AGC), a competition designed to drive meaningful solutions for a more sustainable future.

Published: 21 Mar 2025

McCall MacBain Scholar Brandon Greenall shares his MBA journey

Brandon Greenall’s journey from Hazelton and Prince George, B.C., to the halls of 鶹ýվ’s Desautels Faculty of Management exemplifies ambition and transformation. The 2024 McCall MacBain Scholar has leveraged his background in finance, marketing, and project management to embrace the international perspectives offered by 鶹ýվ Desautels' MBA program.

Published: 18 Mar 2025

Tarifflation is already driving up consumer electronics prices

Tariffs impose costs on businesses who import goods, and when businessese pass those costs along to consumers, prices go up. This phenomenon is colloquially known as tarifflation, and in this tariff-happy economic moment, we are already seeing its effects. Acer—a Taiwanese electronics company—recently raised its prices, and attributed the price increases to tariffs.

Published: 12 Mar 2025

Common household goods could be among those most affected by US tariffs

With the spectre of sweeping tariffs sending ripples through Canada’s economy, the prices of some goods will be much more affected than others. Cheaper household goods like shampoo and toiletries could be among those most affected, according to Saibal Ray, a Professor of Operations Management at 鶹ýվ Desautels.

Published: 12 Mar 2025

Retaliatory tariffs are economically unwise, but politically expedient

With the United States both threatening and imposing tariffs, Canada has responded with counter-tariffs of its own. But could these measures do more harm than good?“Retaliatory tariffs are just a bad decision.

Published: 12 Mar 2025

The Government of Quebec’s ability to support those affected by tariffs is limited by its financial position

The Government of Quebec is promising to help businesses affected by US tariffs, but how much can it really do? Quebec does have funds set aside for emergencies like this one, according to Preetika Joshi, an assistant professor of accounting at 鶹ýվ Desautels. But Quebec’s deficit spending limits what it can do in response. It will need to be more surgical, Joshi told CBC News.

Published: 12 Mar 2025

How one MBA student finds time for healthy living

For Liela Touré, an  MBA student at 鶹ýվ juggling a marketing role at a consultant firm, grocery shopping is more than a necessity—it’s a form of self-care. With long days and limited time to cook, she meal-preps in bulk, freezes balanced meals, and prioritizes high-quality pantry staples. Making intentional choices has helped her stay energized and avoid burnout. She has cut out alcohol for the semester, limits caffeine, and swaps restaurant outings for home-cooked meals.

Published: 10 Mar 2025

The power of purpose in employee motivation

Motivating employees isn’t just about perks or pay—it’s about helping them see the bigger picture. According to Jean-Nicolas Reyt, associate professor of organizational behaviour at 鶹ýվ Desautels, employees who understand the broader impact of their work are often more engaged. “A manager can see the broader picture,” Reyt explains.

Published: 10 Mar 2025

Bridging research and reality in Black female entrepreneurship

On February 4, 鶹ýվ Desautels launched its Black History Month activities with an event focusing on Black female entrepreneurship, hosted by the Laidley Centre for Business Ethics and Equity (LCBEE) and the 鶹ýվ Black Alumni Association.

Published: 27 Feb 2025

鶹ýվ Desautels aims to serve as a model on composting

鶹ýվ Desautels is taking a major step in sustainability by becoming the first Faculty to introduce composting bins on every floor. This initiative aligns with 鶹ýվ’s zero-waste by 2035 goal and has already diverted 47% of waste from landfills.

Published: 25 Feb 2025

US public health cuts could harm Canadians

Donald Trump's second administration is raising concerns about Canadian healthcare. As the US cuts public health resources, Canadians are put at risk. “We’re very concerned,” says Dr.

Published: 25 Feb 2025

Political tensions between long-time allies fuelled ticket price spike for Canada-USA hockey game

When Canada and the United States faced off in the NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off hockey tournament, the game held at the Bell Centre was the hottest ticket in Montreal, with some asking prices topping $10,000 a ticket on online ticket selling services. The intense demand was likely driven in part by the political tensions between the long-time allies.

Published: 25 Feb 2025

Dean Yolande Chan on breaking barriers and the work ahead

Dr. Yolande Brown Chan, Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Management, shares her journey and ongoing mission for racial equity in an interview with CTV News. Appointed in 2021, she is 鶹ýվ’s first Black dean and remains one of Canada’s few Black deans. Reflecting on her experiences—from childhood to early academic success to encounters with racism—she emphasized the need for continued progress.

Published: 21 Feb 2025

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