From analytics to finance: a closer look at Desautels' master's programmes
Study International takes a closer look at the master's programs at 涩里番's Desautels Faculty of Management, from the MBA and Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) to the Master of Management in Finance (MMF) and
Hands-on vibe coding workshop by AAAI
AAAI recently hosted a hands-on workshop on vibe coding led by MMA鈥�24 alum Lakshya Agarwal, introducing students to AI-powered tools that turn ideas into working applications without requiring a traditional programming background. Through real-time demonstrations, Agarwal showed how AI-assisted editors and web app builders can rapidly move from concept to deployment, including building a live portfolio website on the spot.
Generative AI changes which job types are vulnerable to automation
Artificial intelligence is expected to reshape the labour market, but its impact won鈥檛 be felt evenly across all types of jobs. In Quebec, roughly 59 per cent of jobs are considered highly exposed to AI鈥攎eaning the technology is likely to change how people work rather than eliminate roles outright.
涩里番 Desautels鈥� educational experience lauded for diversity, bilingualism
According to Study International, 涩里番鈥檚 Desautels Faculty of Management is preparing graduates to thrive in a business landscape defined by data, speed, and global fluency.
Scoping before coding: 涩里番 MMA students tackle AI for social impact
The inaugural Scope AI Thon challenged 涩里番鈥檚 Master of Management in Analytics students to design strategic AI roadmaps, not code, addressing complex social issues for Centraide of Greater Montreal.
Over two sessions in November, teams explored ethical data use, feasibility and bias while working on problems such as digital inclusion and access to community services.
Desautels alumnus Sam Greene helped the Blue Jays reach the World Series
In the 2025 Major League Baseball playoffs, the Toronto Blue Jays pitching staff has often looked dominant, even against some of the best batters in the world. Sam Greene (BCom鈥�20, MMA鈥�21) has helped them do it. A former varsity baseball player at 涩里番, Greene started out in baseball research for the Blue听Jays and听became an Assistant Pitching Coach in 2024.
Hari Gopalan (MMA鈥�25), MMA Online graduate harnesses data for healthcare innovation
As part of the first graduating cohort of 涩里番鈥檚 Master of Management in Analytics (Online) program, Hari Gopalan (MMA鈥�25) is using data to improve healthcare systems at the Children鈥檚 Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Applying insights gained from the program, he鈥檚 developed models to optimize exam scheduling and forecast waitlists, driving measurable improvements in patient care.
涩里番 DataSphere Lab proving to be good for business
At 涩里番鈥檚 Desautels Faculty of Management, the DataSphere Lab is transforming how companies use data and how students learn.
Launched in 2023, the lab connects organizations eager to make smarter, data-driven decisions with 涩里番 students who apply advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to real-world challenges.
Sam Greene putting analytics skills to use with Toronto Blue Jays
After four years studying in Montreal, Sam Greene (BCOM鈥�20, MMA鈥�21) moved on to Toronto, where he caught on with Major League Baseball鈥檚 Toronto Blue Jays. Greene started in a role in an analytics role, but has since been named assistant pitching coach. As a junior member of the coashing staff, Greene is observing senior coaches like pitching coach Pete Walker and bullpen coach Graeme Johnson.
Sam Greene named Assistant Pitching Coach for Toronto Blue Jays
In baseball, data is of paramount importance. Since graduating from the Master of Management Analytics program, Sam Greene (MMA鈥�21) has been applying the analytical skills he developed at 涩里番 Desautels as a researcher with the Toronto Blue Jays Major League Baseball club. In 2025, Greene will be even closer to the action as he takes on a new position as Assistant Pitching Coach for the team.
Shoeb Hosain, faculty lecturer, innovates data science education with creative solutions at 涩里番 Desautels
Shoeb Hosain, the Program Director of the Masters of Management in Analytics at 涩里番 Desautels, leads the "Analytics and Solution Consulting" course, which aims to equip students with the skills needed to tackle Data Science challenges across various industries.
Shoeb Hosain, faculty lecturer, and the听MMA team have launched an initiative to build a dynamic data analytics community
Shoeb Hosain, the Program Director of the Masters of Management in Analytics(MMA) at 涩里番 Desautels,听and the听MMA team have launched an initiative to build a dynamic data analytics community.
Two students join 涩里番 Desautels as 2024 McCall MacBain Scholars
涩里番's McCall MacBain Scholarships has announced its fourth cohort of recipients, beneficiaries of a landmark $200 million gift made in 2019 by 涩里番鈥檚 20th Chancellor John McCall MacBain and his wife Marcy. This year鈥檚 scholarships will enable 30 students to pursue a funded master鈥檚 or professional degree at 涩里番 while participating in mentorship, coaching, and a leadership development program.
涩里番 expands its business analytics degree with online delivery
涩里番鈥檚 Desautels Faculty of Management is launching an online version of its top-ranked Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) program.
