I-Phone Update...!?!?!

I have spoken with Javier and hear that he is hard at work getting a special accounting tutor for those who need additional work. Please contact him for more details.

The GDBA I-phone App has recently been updated. Now when you’re looking through the course schedule section, you can also gain access to course descriptions. For those of you that have yet to try it out, you can download it to your I-Phone by searching for GDBA (also JMSB or Concordia University) at the App Store. Give it a try; let me know what you think.

I am now working with Alan to create a YouTube video to tell others how to use the app properly. Stay tuned.

Until next time

Your Friendly Blogger,

Jon

EXCLUSIVE GDBA PARTY...!?!?!

I have recently been informed that the GDBA student body has been invited to attend a pre-valentines day loft party on February 13th in Old Montreal (129 Rue de la Commune Est). This party was originally exclusive to only McGill Graduates in Neuro Science, but one of the event planners (and Fellow GDBA Student) Meg Labban wanted to extend an invitation to the GDBA student body. The party will feature music from an assortment of internationally known Dj’s and also an open bar. Tickets are 20$ and will be sold in advanced (not at the door), with a portion of all ticket sales going towards supporting the survivors of the Haiti earthquake. With mid-terms just around the corner this party promises to be an excellent opportunity to blow off some steam and have a GREAT time. If you are interested you can contact Meg or myself during class or via email (jo_gold@jmsb.concordia.ca). For more information on the event Click Here. I hope to see you all there.

Until next time,

Your friendly blogger

Jon

Important MBA Cocktail Information...!?!?!?!

There was a mistake regarding the dates for the inter-university MBA networking event posted last Monday. The event is taking place on the 21st not the 22nd. I apologize for any inconveniences this may of caused.

Networking Trading Cards...!?!?!

The GDBA program trading cards are being handed out. To get your own set please see me before or after class.

Also, a reminder that the application form and supporting documents for the Bourse d'études Supériueres en Commerce et en Administration Humberto Santos is due next week on Monday, January 25th. Many of you have had complications finding the application form so I included a link in the right hand column.

Finally, the GDBA program has been invited to attend the next CGSA inter-university networking event. The event is taking place January 21, at Le Quartier, 1001 Square Victoria (right next to Metro Square Victoria), at 10 pm. MBA students from HEC, UQAM, and McGill will also be attending. Drinks (except champagne) will be served at a special happy hour rate ($5.5 per drink) all night, and there is no cost to attend. This is a great opportunity to network with other MBA students living in Montreal. Click here for the Evite...

Until next time,

Your friendly blogger

Jon

2010 Surprises...!?!?!

Happy new years and Welcome back!!!

I hope you all enjoyed your time off and you’re ready to hit the books once again.

I am also pleased to announce that I have some great news for you all.

#1 GDBA Scholarships…!

The Bourse d'études Supériueres en Commerce et en Administration Humberto Santos is to be awarded to a full-time student in the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration on the basis of academic excellence. The recipient must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. There are two bursaries to be awarded. For the 2009/2010 year each bursary is valued at $1500.

Please forward the complete application file (you can download it at the GDBA conference folder on First Class) with the required documentation to Ayanna Durant at the program office (MB 11.115) no later than Monday, January 25th, 2010.

#2 Cocktail Event…!

The GDBA program has also been invited to attend the Concordia Business & Health Association’s (CHBA) next event on January 29th from 4-6pm at the Montefiore Club (Guy St. below Ste-Catherine). This event will be very different from the others held so far. The entire management team from Hospira Canada/Latin America will discuss challenges related to product launches in both the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. The event will be followed by a cocktail at the Montefiore. The cost to attend is $10. Please RSVP at cbha@jmsb.concordia.ca.

Until next time

Your friendly blogger,

Jon

I-Phone Apps & the Holidays...!?!?!

Happy holidays, and a great new year to each of you.

I am pleased to announce that I will be staying on as the blogger for the next semester. I can’t wait to see you all back in class on January!

Alan Hochstein has informed me that the GDBA Program has its own iphone app. Looks to us that the GDBA is the first program in the entire world to have created its own special iphone application. Please check it out over the break; try all of its aspects and let me know what you think. You can download it to your iphone by searching for GDBA (or JMSB or Concordia University).

Happy Holidays

From your Friendly Blogger,

Jon

CABELLO Relief...!?!?!

As of this week exams are in full effect. I want to take the chance here to wish you all the best of luck. To help keep you motivated I have installed a countdown function in the sidebar. Check it out.

Unfortunately last week during Professor Moscovitz’s marketing class the Cabello team had a hard a time uploading their video. The video is now available on YouTube, and it looks great! See it by clicking here or the link in the sidebar.

Stay tuned for my next blog for some interesting developments that you can do over the holidays.

Your friendly blogger,

Jon

Moustaches and the Olympics...!?!?

Once again congratulations on your presentations so far. I love watching them; the quality and content has been exceptional.

Today I would like to present Patrick Logan…

My name is Patrick and I am presently enrolled in the GCBA program. I was born in Brampton, Ontario and completed my undergraduate degree in Biology at Queen’s. I then pursued a Masters degree in Pathology at McGill, and am currently pursuing a PhD in the same field. I guess you could say I love going to school!

In 2007, I co-founded the Student Vision Canada charity, an organization that raises money for vision research scholarships for undergraduate students. My professional interests are in clinical research and I am hoping to transfer my science and newly acquired business skills into the industry once I graduate.

I am a big sports fan and have participated in many sports teams my whole life. I even passed on accepting a spot at Vancouver 2010 in order to pursue the GCBA.

I may have been difficult to spot due to my disguise. I was growing my moustache for Movember – raising money and awareness for prostate cancer! But as of December 1st I will be back to my normal, handsome self.

Until next time

Your Friendly Blogger,

Jon

MBA Case Competition Information ...!

Concordia University is pleased to announce the 2010 John Molson MBA International Case Competition. Since the first edition in 1981, the John Molson MBA International Case Competition has become the world’s first, largest and most respected MBA case competition. With the participation of over 30 International schools, numerous dedicated business executives, loyal corporate sponsors and a prominent advisory board, this competition has evolved to become the signature event of Concordia’s John Molson School of Business (JMSB). This year, the competition will celebrate its 29th anniversary at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel from January 4th to 9th, 2010.

The MBA Case Competition is still looking for volunteers to help run the event. There are numerous advantages to being a volunteer such as:

- Countless networking opportunities with MBA students from all over the world, Business Executives and Sponsors.

- Watching first-class presentations unfold to address issues and obstacles faced by everyday businesses

- Having the opportunity to attend a number of parties, including a post Volunteer party in January

For more information on volunteering for the MBA Case Competition please visit them at
www.mbacasecomp.com/en/volunteers

I strongly encourage you guys to check it out...

Until Next Time

Your Friendly Blogger,

Jon

NutriPod Video...!!!!

Here it is....THE NUTRIPOD VIDEO..!!!!! ENJOY

                                Click Here to Watch

Your Friendly Blogger,

Jon