Dr. Kelsey Taylor

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kelsey Taylor is an Assistant Professor in the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics. She received her PhD in Operations Management from Ivey Business School, Western University, and holds a Master of Environment and Sustainability and a BA in Sociology from the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on the intersection of supply chain management and social impact, particularly how supply chains can be harnessed to create positive societal and environmental outcomes. Kelsey has published in leading journals including the Journal of Supply Chain Management and the International Journal of Operations & Production Management. Her academic contributions also explore social enterprises and impact-focused business models, including the role of B Corporations in promoting sustainability. Kelsey is actively engaged in the study of circular supply chain management and regenerative practices, aiming to enhance the societal value generated through supply chain design. She teaches various courses, including Introduction to Canadian Business Management and Qualitative Research Methods.

Research Interests

Awards

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Highly Commended Award

2023-01-01
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Associates Fellowship

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Showcase Presentation

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Graduate Scholarship

2019-01-01
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Ontario Graduate Scholarship

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Graduate Student Award Excellence

2016-01-01
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Outstanding Graduate Student Award

2016-01-01
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Interdisciplinary Science Ontario Graduate Scholarship

2015-01-01
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Student Volunteer Award

2014-01-01

Courses

Introduction Canadian Business Management Service Operations Analysis Qualitative Research Methods Services Management Theory

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).