Our McGill University #MBA empowers leaders to drive #sustainable change. Recognized as a global leader by the Corporate Knights Better World MBA Ranking 2024, it stands at the forefront of sustainable business & corporate responsibility. Learn more: mcgill.ca/x/3HQ McGill Sustainability

.Yelp's review platform awards an ‘elite’ badge to top contributors for their role shaping user experiences. Yet, new research by Prof. Warut Khern-am-nuai reveals that their influence persists even if they lose their official status. Phys.org mcgill.ca/x/wub

#CSR disclosures have benefits but also come with costs. In a study analyzing disclosures from companies in China, Prof. Vivek Astvansh found that while these attract customers, they may also discourage new suppliers. Read more in The Conversation Canada: mcgill.ca/x/wLk

Can #robots & #AI replace immigrant labour in #Quebec? The #PartiQuébécois' #immigration plan suggests replacing workers with automation in sectors facing #labour shortages. Prof. Rob Glew argues this approach is flawed. See his interview with CTV News: mcgill.ca/x/wbA

Trump’s proposal of a 10% #tariff on goods entering the #US is making #QC businesses & the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec nervous. “We are extremely dependent on the United States & that dependence is not mutual,” explains Assoc. Prof. Vivek Astvansh in an interview w/CTV News. mcgill.ca/x/wbd

Alberta’s AIMCo overhaul raises questions: does dismissing the board restore confidence or create instability? Prof. Sebastien Betermier explains the impact on investment partnerships. Read more: mcgill.ca/x/wRj

As Canada prepares for a second Trump presidency, lessons from the first loom large. How should Canada respond to rhetoric and political theatre? Prof. Vivek Astvansh shares insights: mcgill.ca/x/wEV

The 2-month GST holiday includes restaurant meals, but will diners notice? "On a $20 bill, the 5% GST is just $1," says McGill Desautels Prof. Yu Ma on CTV News mcgill.ca/x/wKx

Congrats to Anna Kim on receiving the ONE Early Career Teaching Award 2024 from Academy of Management! 🌍👏 Her dedication to sustainability and innovative teaching inspires us all. 🌱 mcgill.ca/x/wKG

Crypto ETFs offer a different advantage against platform collapse. “That risk is mitigated by having regulated financial institutions hold the underlying assets.” Prof. Katrin Tinn tells The Logic. mcgill.ca/x/wKf

On Nov 15, the LCBEE hosted its 2nd Business Ethics Conference on "Ethics in the Aviation Industry," exploring sustainability, accessibility & social responsibility. mcgill.ca/x/wKR

Quebec’s "welcome tax", named after Jean Bienvenue, generated $1.4 billion for cities in 2022, with $410 million coming from Montreal alone. Prof. Brian Wenzel explains: “It’s one of the few ways cities can raise revenue independently.” CTV News. mcgill.ca/x/wHJ

Quebec EV maker Autobus Lion expanded with $150M truck facility in Illinois, but is now facing bankruptcy. McGill Desautels’ Paul Beaumont spoke to La Presse: “Early investment decisions can be life-or-death for a company.” mcgill.ca/x/wH3

Canada’s pension funds are increasingly seeking strategic assets abroad, but Prof. Sebastien Betermier argues that providing access to key infrastructure assets in Canada would create a win-win for the economy and Canadian pension members, in Benefits Canada. mcgill.ca/x/wHU

Can Canada’s pension model be adapted for the UK? In a Financial Times piece on the UK’s interest in replicating Canada’s pension system, Prof. Sebastien Betermier highlights concerns about the growing politicization of Canada’s pension funds. Read more: mcgill.ca/x/wFs

An #Alberta-commissioned report on withdrawing from the #CanadaPensionPlan claimed the province was entitled to $334bn more than half of the plan’s total assets. However, the methodology is deeply flawed, explains Prof. Sebastien Betermier to Benefits Canada. mcgill.ca/x/wFn

Learn how CCM Biosciences, founded by Prof. Anisha Ghosh, is developing novel therapeutics in longevity. With +$25M in funding, they recently announced development of an enzyme activator that can restore activity to youthful levels. mcgill.ca/x/wF2

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