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ACADEMIC

Info Session: Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI and Organizational Leadership

October 7, 2025
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Webinar

Join us for an engaging webinar focused on DeGroote’s Graduate Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI, and Organizational Leadership. This innovative program is designed for working professionals.

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ACADEMIC

Info Session: Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI and Organizational Leadership

October 22, 2025
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Webinar

Join us for an engaging webinar focused on DeGroote’s Graduate Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI, and Organizational Leadership. This innovative program is designed for working professionals.

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ACADEMIC ALUMNI FACULTY STAFF STUDENT

Strategic Foresight Certification for Executives

November 3, 2025 to November 21, 2025

4-Day In-Residence in Hamilton & Burlington, ON with 3 Online Sessions

This Strategic Foresight Certification is designed for senior leaders and their teams and builds futures literacy, a proven skillset to navigate uncertainty and boost strategic performance.

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ALUMNI FACULTY STAFF STUDENT

Global Entrepreneurship Week: Makers Market

November 17, 2025 to November 21, 2025
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Hamilton

As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week there will be a Makers Market in MUSC from Monday, Nov 17 to Friday, Nov 21, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. daily.

Apply to be a vendor.

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ACADEMIC ALUMNI FACULTY STUDENT

McMaster Accounting Research Symposium

April 23, 2026

TBD

The McMaster Accounting Research Symposium brings together accounting academics from the region and hosts top accounting scholars to share cutting-edge research findings.

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DeGroote past events

ACADEMIC STUDENT

University of Guelph Grad Fair

October 6, 2025

Guelph, Ontario

Upcoming Recruitment Fair where our DSB Programs Team will be available to meet you

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STUDENT

Lunch and Learn: AI, People, Work and Organization

October 1, 2025
12:00 p.m.

Virtual (Zoom)

Join us for an engaging virtual session with Professor Baniyelme Zoogah as he speaks on how AI intersects with the modern workplace.

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FACULTY STAFF STUDENT

Latin American Heritage Month 2025

October 1, 2025
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

CIBC Hall (MUSC 3rd Floor)

As per McMaster tradition, the Latin American Network at McMaster University (LANMU) will be hosting our launch for Latin American Heritage Month 2025 on Oct. 1.

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ACADEMIC

Digital Futures Symposium 2025: Shaping Canada’s Digital Transformation 

September 15, 2025 to September 16, 2025

Ron Joyce Centre, Burlington, ON

Join top researchers, industry leaders, and public sector innovators as they explore cutting-edge ideas, real-world solutions, and future priorities for digital transformation across Canada.

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STUDENT

DeGroote’s Graduate Academic Certificate Information Session

September 12, 2025
12:00 p.m.

Virtual (Zoom)

Explore how DeGroote's Graduate Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI and Organizational Leadership can advance your career goals.

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STUDENT

Graduate Certificate in Data Science and AI Information Session (Afternoon)

August 19, 2025
12:00 p.m.

Virtual (Zoom)

Join our afternoon Graduate Certificate in Data Science and AI information session to explore this opportunity.

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STUDENT

Graduate Certificate in Data Science and AI Information Session (Evening)

August 19, 2025
6:00 p.m.

Virtual (Zoom)

This event has passed, but you can learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI, & Organizational Leadership on our website.

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MAIN DEGROOTE

DeGroote Fellowship Lecture Series: Sustainable Electric Grid Supply Chains

April 1, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Burlington, ON

Join us to network and learn from industry and academic leaders about the critical infrastructure needed for Canada’s Net Zero 2050 goals.

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ALUMNI DEVELOPMENT STAFF STUDENT

DeGroote MBA Alumni-Student Networking Reception

February 20, 2025
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Amsterdam Brewhouse, 245 Queens Quay W., Toronto, ON M5J 2K9

Please join us on Thursday, February 20 for an evening of networking and connecting with alumni and students from our MBA programs.

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STUDENT

McMaster World Congress 2025

February 6, 2025 to February 7, 2025

CIBC Hall, McMaster Student Centre, Hamilton

Attend the 46th McMaster World Congress Conference. This year's theme is "Professional designation: Learning to be a pro"

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MAIN DEGROOTE

Signature Speaker Series: Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

January 14, 2025
3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Ron Joyce Centre, Burlington

Listen to François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada in conversation with Khaled Hassanein, Dean of the DeGroote School of Business.

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ALUMNI STUDENT

AI’s Role in Personalization

November 26, 2024
6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Virtual (Zoom)

Join us for an exclusive masterclass where industry expert Paul Tedesco will reveal how digital disruptors are turning AI capabilities into competitive advantage.

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ALUMNI STUDENT

2024 Fall Convocation

November 20, 2024
2:30 p.m.

FirstOntario Concert Hall (1 Summers Lane, Hamilton ON, L8P 4Y2)

The hard work, accomplishments and resilience of our Fall 2024 graduates will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 20, 2:30pm.

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ACADEMIC

2024 Smart Freight Symposium

November 18, 2024
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Ron Joyce Centre, Burlington, Ontario

Join us at the Sixth Smart Freight Symposium to explore the future of sustainable transportation and hear about the latest trends.

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ACADEMIC STUDENT

Research Assistant Workshop

November 12, 2024
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

DSB 505,1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario

Learn what it's like to be a researcher at DeGroote, plus network and receive research training.

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STUDENT

PhD Info Session

November 8, 2024
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Virtual (Zoom)

Graduate students are invited to our PhD in Business Administration information session, tailored to help you learn more about the program.

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ALUMNI STUDENT

DeGroote Commerce Alumni-Student Networking Reception

October 17, 2024
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Amsterdam Brewhouse, 245 Queens Quay W., Toronto, ON M5J 2K9

Please join us on Thursday, October 17 for an evening of networking and connecting with alumni and students of our undergraduate programs.

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ALUMNI

PhD 45th Anniversary Celebration

September 19, 2024
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

McMaster Main Campus, The Hub (4th Floor), Hamilton, ON

Join us for an evening of networking and celebration as we commemorate the 45th Anniversary of the DeGroote PhD program.

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