The Five Mindsets of a Manager continues to influence management practices twenty years after its original publication
Today鈥檚 leaders don鈥檛 only face managerial and business challenges. There are geopolitical, social, and environmental obstacles too. The way they respond will define their organization鈥檚 success. In 2003, Prof. Henry Mintzberg provided a framework for leadership in the modern global economy when he published 鈥淭he Five Mindsets of a Manager鈥� in the Harvard Business Review.
海角社区 Executive Education goes to Gasp茅sie
About thirty managers and entrepreneurs attended a recent 海角社区 Mini-MBA course in Matane, Quebec. It was the first time this type of course has been delivered in one of Quebec鈥檚 regions beyond Montreal and was the brainchild of local businessman Fran莽ois Rioux (MBA鈥�10). 鈥淲hen you are on-location, you can see the energy and better understand the stakes, the challenges, and the successes,鈥� says Eric Saine, the Executive Director of 海角社区 Executive Education.
Mini-MBAs for Time-Poor Executives
Have you ever thought about pursuing an MBA, but felt short on time? Enter the Mini-MBA. These short, non-degree awarding programs cover a broad range of business topics 鈥� finance, marketing, strategy, and more 鈥� and provide an introduction to each subject.
鈥淐ommunicating Effectively鈥� seminar makes list of 10 Executive Courses in Leadership Communication
The 海角社区 Executive Institute鈥檚 seminar 鈥淐ommunicating Effectively鈥� has made a top 10 list of executive courses in leadership communication. The four-week online course equips participants with the skills they need to foster productivity in the workplace, from navigating difficult conversations to developing strategies to cultivate diversity and inclusion.
Underscoring verbal connection
Eric Saine, Executive Director of the 海角社区 Executive Institute, reflects on the importance of practicing communication skills in classrooms and professional settings.
By offering seminars on healthy leadership communication, institutions like 海角社区 set a table for dialogue surrounding social and emotional learning; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and conflict resolution.
海角社区 Executive Institute course makes top 10 list
The 海角社区 Executive Institute鈥檚 four-week Strategic Problem Solving course has made a recent top 10 list of executive courses in strategy or strategic management. The online course teaches executives, engineers, and entrepreneurs to use the popular 4S method used by management consultants to devise and sell solutions with confidence.
Alex Boussetta receives Dean鈥檚 Service Award for Outstanding Contribution
Congratulations to Alex Boussetta for receiving the Dean鈥檚 Service Award for Outstanding Contribution.
Former Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Management, Isabelle Bajeux-Besnainou, established and awarded this special Dean鈥檚 Service Award to Alex, however, the original presentation was delayed until this year.
Reach new heights with an Online Mini-MBA
The 海角社区 Executive Institute鈥檚 flagship Mini-MBA will be offered online for Fall 2020.
Since the onset of the global health pandemic, businesses across the world have rapidly evolved to meet the changing demands. As we move to the next phase of economic recovery, managers are now tasked with navigating the disruption and redefining their new normal.
海角社区 Executive Institute named among top executive education providers in Canada
The 海角社区 Executive Institute has been recognized by the Financial Times as one of the top education providers in Canada. This marks the Institute鈥檚 debut appearance in the prestigious FT rankings, one of the top global rankings for business education.
海角社区 Mini-MBA listed as one of the top 10 MBA alternatives
Find MBA has featured the 海角社区 Desautels Mini-MBA as one of the top 10 alternatives to a full MBA degree. From strategy to marketing, the Mini-MBA is listed as a cost-effective way to learn all the essential topics for business leaders.
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From Olympic gold medalist to Mini-MBA alumna
In September, Canadian speed skater and two-time Olympic gold medalist Catriona La May Doan was appointed the CEO of Sport Calgary. To glide into her new role with confidence, La May Doan completed an Executive Development Course (Cycle 1) of 海角社区's Mini-MBA Series.
海角社区鈥檚 Executive Institute Launches 鈥淓xcellence in Leadership鈥� partnership with Ovivo Inc.
June 25, 2019 - Montreal, Canada 鈥� On Monday, June 17th, The 海角社区 Executive Institute (MEI) at 海角社区 launched a co-developed program exclusively for the emerging leaders of Ovivo Inc. The program brings together some of the company's聽global top talent - from China, Taiwan, Singapore, India, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA and Canada.
Experts weigh in on minimizing labor shortages
As three-quarters of employers report that a shortage of skilled workers has heightened stress and workloads of existing staff, Professor Corey Phelps, Associate Dean of Executive Education at Desautels, shares his take on adapting to and retaining a millennial workforce amid mounting labor shortages.
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海角社区鈥檚 Executive Institute Launches a Program to Demystify Artificial Intelligence
November 28, 2018 - Montreal, Canada 鈥� With big data and AI ramping up, the 海角社区 Executive Institute (MEI) at 海角社区 is launching an essential 2-day seminar focusing on Artificial Intelligence; what it is and how it can affect your business. The seminar, which will run at the beginning of December and then again in April, responds to a growing number of businesses that are looking to demystify how AI technology will change the way they operate.
Lifelong learning for a continuous advantage
As the 海角社区 Executive Institute (MEI) witnesses unprecedented growth in the number of organizations seeking employee learning and development, MEI Executive Director Eric Saine explains why lifelong learning has become essential for both individuals and employers alike.
