DeGroote School of Business
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DeGroote's Research Focus

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Our Business School Research Focus

At DeGroote, we explore critical issues that are important to not only Canadian organizations and individuals but to the broader global community. Our research is driven by two key factors: impact and collaboration.

Our researchers investigate real-world challenges that impact Canadian and global businesses. Whether it’s enhancing organizational efficiency, addressing societal issues, or exploring global trends, our work has a tangible impact.

DeGroote is committed to bridging the gap between academia and society. And we believe in the power of collaboration. Our researchers collaborate across disciplines, which enriches their perspectives and drives innovation.

Our research includes every facet of business management disciplines from finance to marketing and operations to entrepreneurship. Our goal is to engage with different areas of expertise across disciplines and to contribute to the collective knowledge that shapes our field.

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Digital Transformation

Digital transformation is more than the simple adoption of technology, it’s about how we use it and integrate it into our daily lives. At DeGroote, we believe today’s leaders need to be capable of making informed decisions by combining instincts with analytical thinking so they can tackle the challenges of our ever-evolving world.

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Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is more than building a company – it is a mindset that fosters innovative and impactful solutions to help solve real-world problems and societal challenges. Entrepreneurial thinking often thrives at the intersection of disciplines. At DeGroote, our researchers inspire entrepreneurial thinking, drive innovation, create value, and contribute to a better society.

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Health Innovation

The ability to innovate and pivot is crucial in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Health innovations are needed to transform the industry from technical advancements to patient-centered models to collaborative care approaches. DeGroote will continue to help shape the future of the healthcare industry in Canada and beyond.

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Sustainability

Sustainability is essential for business. Whether it’s coming up with creative solutions to global challenges or supporting our local community, DeGroote is addressing some of the challenges facing our planet. From the circular economy and energy transition to efficient transportation and the impact of climate change, sustainability is at the forefront of our business research.

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Our Plan in Action

Research is at the core of DeGroote’s mission to pursue excellence in all aspects of discovery and knowledge advancement. And it is one of the core ways in which we make a meaningful impact on business and society.