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The Bensadoun School is the best source of talent and ideas for the future of retail. Currently, no academic institution in the world is fully capable of addressing the evolving challenges facing this industry.

Vision

To be the world’s premier institution dedicated to the future of retail.

Mission

To educate and empower a global network of interdisciplinary and diverse thinkers and practitioners who research, envision and prototype a successful world of retail.


Leadership

Vivek Astvansh

Academic Director
Professor Vivek Astvansh

Vivek Astvansh leads the development of all aspects of the Bensadoun School of Retail Management, including its academic curricula (BCom, Masters, and PhD), collaborations with local and international industry partners, and interdisciplinary partnerships with other Faculties and Schools, both at Æ»¹ûÒùÔº and other universities. 

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Charles de Brabant

Executive Director
Charles de Brabant

Charles de Brabant joins Æ»¹ûÒùÔº to co-lead the Bensadoun School. He has over 20 years’ experience in retail in Europe and most recently in China and South East Asia. Born and raised in Montreal, Charles holds a BCom from Æ»¹ûÒùÔº, an M.Litt. in History from Oxford University and an MBA from Stanford Business School. Charles’ focus will be on collaboration with local and international industry partners and leading the School administration.

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