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UNB Faculty of Management
The 8th Annual UNB Data Challenge: Unleashing the Power of Open Data
Faculty of Management
Posted: December 10, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: IBEC, Student Highlights
The 8th UNB Data Challenge, organized by UNB’s International Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (IBEC), brought together teams of students to showcase the transformative potential of open data. Participants used open data from governments, non-profits, and NGOs to create data visualizations that told insightful stories. These visualizations communicated research insights and...
Read the full postFrom UNB to Bay Street: Colin Ryan’s legacy of leadership and mentorship
Faculty of Management
Posted: November 27, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Alumni, Student Investment Fund
Colin Ryan, Head and Managing Director of Technology and Innovation at CIBC Capital Markets, leads CIBC’s global investment banking activities within the technology and innovation sectors. His impressive career is rooted in his early days at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), where he earned his BBA degree in 2002. During his time at UNB, Colin completed the Student Investment Fund...
Read the full postForging futures: A legacy of friendship and innovation at UNB
Faculty of Management
Posted: November 21, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Alumni
In the late 1960s, two University of New Brunswick (UNB) business students, Charles “Chuck” Fraser and Duncan MacDonald, shared a ride home to Montreal for the Christmas holidays. Despite winter storm warnings, they pressed on, eager to start their break after finishing their last exam. The journey through the storm bonded their friendship forever, a friendship that began years...
Read the full postMarket timing is of the essence for some mutual fund managers – new research by UNB finance professor
Faculty of Management
Posted: October 4, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research
In the investment world, the ability to forecast cash flows and earnings has long been considered a cornerstone of successful securities evaluation. A new study by UNB finance professor, Dr. Chunhua Lan, sheds light on the under-appreciated importance of market timing in managing mutual funds. Her paper, “The efficacy of market timing and value creation,” has been accepted by the...
Read the full postNew research advocating sustainable fashion and tailoring consumer choices
Faculty of Management
Posted: October 4, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research
Fast fashion giants like Shein and Temu have rapidly become staples in young consumers’ wardrobes, offering a constant stream of trendy, affordable clothing. But beneath this frenzy lies a critical question: how much do these shoppers really understand about the environmental and social impacts of their fashion choices? New research led by Dr. Yunzhijun Yu, a marketing professor at the...
Read the full postMcCain Foods is shaping the future of business leaders through UNB's speaker series
Faculty of Management
Posted: October 3, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Programs
The faculty of management at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) has long championed experiential learning as a vital part of its business curriculum. Central to this is the annual Speaker Series, an event designed to connect students with real-world professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Since 2016, this series has introduced over 160 industry experts, providing a platform for...
Read the full postA game theory approach to ballot box decisions
Faculty of Management
Posted: September 12, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research
As federal elections approach in both Canada and the US, undecided voters are carefully assessing the strengths and weaknesses of the party leaders on offer. A recent study by UNB business professor Dr. H. A. Eiselt introduces a new approach to evaluate party candidates by applying game theory. Traditionally, researchers have analyzed where candidates stand on the political spectrum, while...
Read the full postThe benefits of forming joint ventures with socially responsible businesses
Faculty of Management
Posted: September 5, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research
Companies looking to pursue ambitious opportunities often form joint ventures to pool expertise, resources, and share risks. While joint ventures are attractive, they can frequently end poorly for various reasons. However, a recent study by Dr. Lucas Wang, a business professor at the University of New Brunswick’s faculty of management, suggests that the corporate social responsibility...
Read the full postOne good thing leads to many – at UNB and beyond
Faculty of Management
Posted: August 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Students, Alumni
After spending a few years as a service manager in Mumbai, Haridas Patel wanted to pivot into business development. This ambition brought him to the University of New Brunswick (UNB) where he pursued an MBA with the faculty of management. Patel was drawn to UNB's rich history and the diverse cohort of students, which helped to broaden his perspectives. “The resources at UNB were...
Read the full postDr. Devashis Mitra’s Term as Dean Extended to 2026
Faculty of Management
Posted: August 23, 2024 11:55:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty Highlights
Dr. Devashis Mitra’s term as dean of the UNB Faculty of Management has been extended for two years. His extension was recently announced by UNB’s Provost and Vice-President Academic, Dr. Petra Hauf: “Dr. Mitra has been a dedicated member of the UNB community since 1991. Throughout this period, he has held various leadership roles. Appointed as dean in 2013, he has consistently...
Read the full postA stellar year at UNB for Austen Keating
Faculty of Management
Posted: May 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Student Highlights
Austen Keating, forward player on the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Red’s Men’s Hockey team, had a stellar year at UNB. In addition to his team capturing the U Sports men's hockey national championship, Keating received two of the highest accolades for university hockey players: the Mark Jeffrey Memorial Merit Award and the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) Most Valuable...
Read the full postA new team approach to inspiring innovative behaviours
Faculty of Management
Posted: May 27, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, Faculty Highlights
A manager at a New Brunswick healthcare center is forming a new team of medical professionals to explore innovative solutions for reducing wait times in emergency rooms. Imagine the positive impact this could have on our communities. Shorter wait times mean quicker treatment, less stress for patients and families and a more efficient healthcare system overall. A team of researchers, including...
Read the full postCase study by UNB prof confronts accounting challenges in a West African setting
Faculty of Management
Posted: May 21, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty, Research
The economy and local traditions in a West African setting present unique pricing and servicing challenges for the owner of a medical laboratory, offering a distinctive learning experience for accounting students. A recent case study by UNB accounting professor Dr. Afua Asante, titled "Realizing the Dream: Decision-Making in Action," delves into these challenges. Published in the IMA...
Read the full postFinance wizards in the making bring home top prize for UNB
Faculty of Management
Posted: May 1, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Students, Alumni, Faculty
In the heat of competition, the combination of financial savvy, teamwork, and communication skills, helped a team of Student Investment Fund (SIF) students claim victory in the prestigious 2024 CFA Institute Research Challenge. Guided by mentors Don Wishart (then Director of UNB’s Centre for Financial Studies) and Dr. Joseph DeCoste (SIF instructor with the faculty of management), this...
Read the full postBlending education with advocacy: The transformative power of experiential learning
Faculty of Management
Posted: April 24, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Students
There is nothing routine about learning in the Social Media Marketing Course offered at UNB’s Faculty of Management. This year, students enrolled in the course undertook a remarkable endeavor, applying their newfound strategies to orchestrate social media marketing campaigns in collaboration with local organizations. One project was so fun, “it never felt like schoolwork,”...
Read the full postTransformative leadership: Insights from Habib Dable, former CEO of Acceleron Pharma
Faculty of Management
Posted: April 19, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Alumni
Experiential learning at UNB’s faculty of management provides students with invaluable insights into leadership, exemplified by the recent visit of alumnus Habib Dable, Biotech Executive, and former CEO of Acceleron Pharma. As the 2023-2024 Executive-in-Residence with the faculty of management, Dable spent time on campus to engage students, sharing his experiences and dispensing...
Read the full postFrom Delhi to UNB: How this MBA grad is helping to build skills across the province
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 19, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Programs, Alumni, Students
Photo: As a student and new graduate of UNB’s MBA, Sahil Mehta (MBA '23) helped implement the McKenna Institute-IBM SkillsBuild program across New Brunswick. In the heart of New Brunswick, UNB MBA alumnus Sahil Mehta (MBA '23) stands as a beacon for residents aspiring to advance their careers. His message to everyone is to seize the transformative power of the IBM SkillsBuild...
Read the full postCrafting solutions for leaders’ well-being and effectiveness
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 18, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research
Photo: Dr. Patrick Bruning and Dr. Hsin-Chen Lin have published a study that highlights the leadership strain-management process and provides leaders with a roadmap to navigate challenges and thrive amidst these roles. In the ever-evolving landscape of business and organizational management, the spotlight on leadership has intensified. The success or failure of ventures is often pinned on the...
Read the full postIsmael Gbane's path from Ivory Coast to UNB's Faculty of Management
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 18, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Students
Photo: Ismael Gbane came to the faculty of management’s BBA program through UNB’s pathway program with the Center for Management Studies in English (CEFAM), based in Lyon, France. Ismael Gbane's journey to the Bachelor of Business Administration program at the University of New Brunswick's (UNB) faculty of management is nothing short of remarkable. From the picturesque landscapes of...
Read the full postUnlocking success: The impact of case writing in accounting at UNB’s Faculty of Management
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 18, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Faculty, Programs
Photo: Professor Suzanne Tucker developed a Case Writing in Accounting course that teaches students how to start thinking and communicating like professionals and prepare them to enter the CPA PEP. Meet Colin Cossaboom, a determined individual on the path to obtaining his CPA designation. As he successfully completed the challenges of the first module in the CPA Professional Education Program...
Read the full postAcademic research bridges the gap between digital innovation and healthcare
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 16, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research
Photo: Dr. Sampath Bemgal’s research focuses on digital transformation occurring in organizations. Recently his expertise has had practical impacts on healthcare services. University professors devote a large portion of their career to research that often has tangible impacts on our daily lives. At the University of New Brunswick (UNB), Dr. Sampath Bemgal, an Management of Information...
Read the full postShedding light on the global puzzle of international equity mutual funds
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 16, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research
Photo: A recent study by Dr. Michael Densmore sheds light on the role of subadvisors in managing international equity mutual funds. Investing in a diverse group of assets has long been regarded as a strategic approach to mitigate risk in investment portfolios. However, another important facet of risk management involves venturing beyond domestic borders into international markets. In fact, a...
Read the full postProfitual's journey from campus roots to empowering startups
Faculty of Management
Posted: January 8, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Alumni, Students
Photo: Members of the Profitual Team, left to right: Craig McLaughlin, Ray Fitzpatrick, Brady van der Velden, Sabrina Jaffer, Shashwat Shah, Muhammad Jahanzaib and Sydney Rankin. In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, securing funding is a critical step for both launching and scaling ventures. However, navigating the intricacies of financial information can be challenging, particularly...
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