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UNB Faculty of Management

From Delhi to UNB: How this MBA grad is helping to build skills across the province

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 19, 2024

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...

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Crafting solutions for leaders’ well-being and effectiveness

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

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...

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Ismael Gbane's path from Ivory Coast to UNB's Faculty of Management

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

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...

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Unlocking success: The impact of case writing in accounting at UNB’s Faculty of Management

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

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...

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Academic research bridges the gap between digital innovation and healthcare

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 16, 2024

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...

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Shedding light on the global puzzle of international equity mutual funds

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 16, 2024

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...

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Profitual's journey from campus roots to empowering startups

Faculty of Management

Posted: Jan 8, 2024

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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Discovering the venture capitalist within

Faculty of Management

Posted: Dec 21, 2023

Category: Students , Alumni , Programs



The University of New Brunswick's faculty of management proudly welcomed the Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) in its inaugural stop for the CVCA University Tour this year. This exciting event, held on Sept. 25, 2023, in collaboration with the UNB International Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (IBEC), proved to be an insightful experience for the 50 participating...

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Unleashing data superpowers at UNB’s Data Challenge

Faculty of Management

Posted: Dec 18, 2023

Category: Alumni , Programs



Armed with raw data and intellectual prowess, teams of students from across Canada converged virtually in November for the annual Data Challenge hosted by the University of New Brunswick. Coordinated by the International Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (IBEC) within UNB's faculty of management, this event showcased the power of data in addressing a spectrum of business and social...

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A Game Theory Approach to Maximizing Profits and Minimizing Risks

Faculty of Management

Posted: Nov 16, 2023

Category: Alumni , Research , Faculty



On the trading floor, the process of executing buy or sell orders is a crucial part of the financial world. Whether it's done manually or electronically, it's not always an immediate transaction. Even minor delays can impact the cost of the stocks you're buying or selling, especially when dealing with substantial orders. This is where the research of UNB business professor Dr. Donglei Du comes...

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