Master of Management in Retailing (MMR Program) /desautels/taxonomy/term/3565/all en Exploring the future of retail: Insights from the MMR Dubai study trip /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/exploring-future-retail-insights-mmr-dubai-study-trip <p>In March 2025, students from Šćɫֱ²„ Desautels’ Master of Management in Retailing (<a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">MMR</a>) program embarked on a week-long study trip to Dubai, organized by the <a href="/bensadoun-school/">Bensadoun School of Retail Management</a>. This immersive experience offered a unique blend of professional development, cultural exploration, and networking with leaders shaping the Middle East’s retail sector.</p> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:02:12 +0000 Selina Ved 2167851 at /desautels Advocating for mental health and wellness in the corporate world with Anne-Sophie Martin (BCom’16) | Šćɫֱ²„ Management Insights /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-mcgill-management-insights/advocating-mental-health-and-wellness-corporate-world-anne-sophie-martin-bcom16-mcgill-management <p>Anne-Sophie Martin’s journey from Šćɫֱ²„ graduate to business leader and mental health advocate is one marked by ambition, resilience, and self-discovery.</p> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:21:08 +0000 MMI 2073778 at /desautels Growth and Inspiration in Retail for Šćɫֱ²„ Alumna Alexia Saumon (BCom’19, MMR’23) /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-master-management-retailing-mmr-program/growth-and-inspiration-retail-mcgill-alumna-alexia-saumon <p>In the fast-paced world of retail, standing out takes a blend of analytical insight, strategic thinking, and a profound understanding of consumer trends. For Alexia Saumon, Šćɫֱ²„’s <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> program was more than an academic milestone—it was a transformative experience that sharpened her skills, ignited her passion, and connected her with the heart of the industry.</p> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:34:54 +0000 Ireland Compton 1576688 at /desautels Montreal ranked best student city in the Americas and 10th in the world /desautels/article/bcom-program-master-management-finance-mmf-program-master-management-retailing-mmr-program-master/montreal-ranked-best-student-city-americas-and-10th-world <p>Montreal is the best student city in the Americas and 10th globally in the <a href="http://www.topuniversities.com/city-rankings">2025 QS Best Student Cities ranking</a>, owing to its rich cultural diversity and high quality of life. It excels across key areas including student view, desirability, employer activity, and affordability.</p> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 19:52:53 +0000 Sabatino Delli Compagni 1194475 at /desautels Embracing Retail Innovation: Šćɫֱ²„ Master of Management in Retailing Explores Dubai /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/embracing-retail-innovation-mcgill-master-management-retailing-explores-dubai <p><a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Šćɫֱ²„’s Master of Management in Retailing (MMR) </a>students travelled to Dubai, immersing themselves in the dynamic landscape of retail innovation and strategy. Led by industry experts, the week-long study trip organized by theĀ <a href="/bensadoun-school/">Bensadoun School of Retail Management (BSRM)</a> offered unparalleled insights into the evolving retail ecosystem of the Gulf countries.</p> Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:48:19 +0000 Sabatino Delli Compagni 1124251 at /desautels MMR Experiential Learning: Preparing the next generation of retail innovators /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/mmr-experiential-learning-preparing-next-generation-retail-innovators <p>The Šćɫֱ²„Ā <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing</a>Ā (MMR) is designed to offer a well-rounded deep dive into the world of retail, and one of the cornerstones of its approach is experiential learning. While the material taught within the four walls of a classroom lays a strong foundation, ultimately, it’s being able to apply that knowledge in a real-world setting that is perhaps most beneficial to our students.</p> Tue, 08 Feb 2022 20:34:56 +0000 Ireland Compton 86965 at /desautels ICSC @ Canada: Insights from three Master of Management in Retailing (MMR) Students /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/icsccanada-insights-three-master-management-retailing-students <p>This past October, three students from our <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> had the opportunity to attend ICSC @ Canada, a three-day expo and networking event for innovators and dealmakers in the retail space. The event was hosted by Innovating Commerce Serving Communities, a member organization for industry advancement which promotes and elevates the marketplaces and spaces where people shop, dine, work, play and gather as foundational and vital ingredients of communities and economies.</p> Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:50:15 +0000 Communications 87865 at /desautels Aldo Bensadoun Gives MMR Master Class, Imparting Lessons of Love, Integrity, and Respect /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/aldo-bensadoun-gives-mmr-master-class-imparting-lessons-love-integrity-and-respect <p>Last month, the <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> students, along with other students and business/retail professionals, had the absolute pleasure of attending a Master Class led by <a href="/desautels/aldo-bens&lt;/body&gt;&lt;/html&gt;"></a></p> Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:53:08 +0000 Communications 87777 at /desautels An open conversation with David Bensadoun: The come-back of a Canadian giant /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/open-conversation-david-bensadoun-come-back-canadian-giant <p>On April 12, Prof. <strong><a href="/desautels/marie-josee-lamothe">Marie JosĆ©e Lamothe</a></strong>’s students, from both undergraduate and <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">graduate </a>retail classes at the <a href="/bensadoun-school/"><strong>Bensadoun School of Retail Management</strong></a>, had the opportunity to meet and discuss with <strong>David Bensadoun</strong>, CEO of the ALDO Group.</p> Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:22:59 +0000 Communications 87257 at /desautels Chairman And CEO Of Moose Knuckles, Victor Luis Explains His Unique View on Success and How He Rose Through the Corporate Ladder /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/chairman-and-ceo-moose-knuckles-victor-luis-explains-his-unique-view-success-and-how-he-rose-through <p>Global brand building is the outcome of long-term vision rather than short term, and Victor Luis is no stranger to this task. A visionary who has transformed Coach to Tapestry, Luis is now doing the same with Moose Knuckles.</p> Mon, 07 Mar 2022 21:16:35 +0000 Desautels Communications 87064 at /desautels MMR Student Testimonial: Sam Keltz /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/mmr-student-testimonial-sam-keltz <p>The Šćɫֱ²„-<a href="/bensadoun-school/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Bensadoun School Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> degree is a 16-month specialized program (12 months for those with extensive retail experience) to prepare future leaders in the ever-evolving field of retail with a strong emphasis onĀ <a href="/bensadoun-school/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr/experiential-opportunities">experiential learning</a>.</p> Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:26:29 +0000 Ireland Compton 86942 at /desautels MMR Student Testimonial: Maria Shirokov /desautels/article/master-management-retailing-mmr-program/mmr-student-testimonial-maria-shirokov <p>The Šćɫֱ²„-<a href="/bensadoun-school/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Bensadoun School Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> degree is a 16-month specialized program (12 months for those with extensive retail experience) to prepare future leaders in the ever-evolving field of retail with a strong emphasis onĀ <a href="/bensadoun-school/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr/experiential-opportunities">experiential learning</a>.</p> Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:04:35 +0000 Ireland Compton 86941 at /desautels John Gerhardt, Creative Director for MoĆ«t Hennessy reflects on brand identity, sustainability, and creativity /desautels/article/mmr-program/john-gerhardt-creative-director-moet-hennessy-reflects-brand-identity-sustainability-and-creativity <p>LVMH is synonymous with luxury, excellence, innovation, and creativity and its longstanding global success can be attributed to the great minds behind the brands who work every day to innovate the retail experience and create luxury goods.</p> Wed, 12 Jan 2022 16:25:31 +0000 Desautels Communications 86845 at /desautels Spotlight on Women in Retail: Lanita Layton, Luxury and Brand Consultant /desautels/article/mmr-program/spotlight-women-retail-lanita-layton-luxury-and-brand-consultant <p>Lanita Layton has spent over two decades in the retail industry and she’s no stranger to the preconceived notions about what it means to work in retail.</p> <p>ā€œI was up against this several times over the years, more than several, where people would say, ā€˜Oh, you're just in retail,ā€™ā€ she said. ā€œThe best you can do about that is don't say too much and just prove how important it is. It's done very well for me and for many, many other people, tooā€</p> Mon, 06 Dec 2021 20:07:21 +0000 Ireland Compton 84372 at /desautels Spotlight on Women in Retail: Liza Amlani, Retail Strategist and Industry Lead, Retail Strategy Group /desautels/article/mmr-program/spotlight-women-retail-liza-amlani-retail-strategist-and-industry-lead-retail-strategy-group <p>Liza Amlani is a retail strategist and industry lead and the founder of Retail Strategy Group, a firm dedicated to helping retailers improve profits and operate more effectively. With decades of experience in the industry, she first started out like most people do—on the shop floor.</p> <p>ā€œI started on the shop floor, I think I was 14 or 15 years old,ā€ she said. ā€œAt that point, it was also like making clothes and designing for school fashion shows, so I always knew that that I wanted to live and breathe fashion.ā€</p> Mon, 06 Dec 2021 20:07:10 +0000 Ireland Compton 84371 at /desautels