Chief Executive Officer Program: Leadership in a Fast-Changing World
Chief Executive Officer Program: Leadership in a Fast-Changing World
Overview
Leadership in an Era of Change
In an era of constant change, ambitious executives aspiring to become chief executive officers (CEOs) must turn uncertainty into a pathway for personal and organizational growth. To successfully ascend to a CEO role, executives must be adaptable, constantly acquire cutting-edge skills, revise strategies, and lead with foresight. Inspiring teams, making critical decisions, and developing strategic vision are integral components that facilitate resilience and growth.
The Chief Executive Officer Program from Columbia Business School Executive Education is tailored to these ambitious executives, equipping them with the frameworks and strategies needed to navigate the volatile business world effectively. Over 8 to 12 months, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of strategy, leadership, and data and technology, enabling them to design a future-ready enterprise and positioning them for success in the highest C-suite role.
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- [1] of CEOs intend to invest in some form of artificial intelligence in the coming year.
- 91%
- [2] of CEOs aim to reduce operating expenses amid the risk of inflation and economic downturn.
- 76%
- [3] of CEOs plan to shift their investments to digital opportunities and divest in areas that face digital obsolescence.
- 70%
What You Will Learn
The Chief Executive Officer Program will enable you to:
- Apply the principles and tools of strategic leadership, steering complex organizations confidently amid the turbulence of today's swiftly evolving business landscape
- Develop a global perspective on strategic leadership by analyzing macroeconomic trends and cultural nuances to make informed, impactful decisions
- Evaluate and apply the principles of sustainability, environmental responsibility, and stakeholder management to build enduring value that goes beyond the bottom line
- Demonstrate effective communication, negotiation, and influence skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders and foster an inclusive, productive, and efficient workplace culture
- Analyze and leverage data and technology to drive innovation and improve decision making across your organization
- Develop an executive mindset and enhance self-awareness, resilience, and adaptability to navigate complex challenges and opportunities
“Leadership is not just a position but an ongoing journey of growth and impact. Cultivating the acumen required to steer your organization through an ever-evolving landscape is imperative. At Columbia Business School, we are empowering leaders to navigate the turbulence of modern business. The Chief Executive Officer Program melds cutting-edge insights with experiential learning to forge leaders adept in strategic thinking, innovation, and principled decision making. Our participants leave not only equipped to tackle today’s challenges, but also inspired to shape the future with vision and integrity.”
—William Duggan
Senior Lecturer in Business, Management Division; Faculty Director, Chief Executive Officer Program
Program Structure
Designed for Success
The flexible format of the Chief Executive Officer Program enables participants to craft the program based on their career goals—with a world-class curriculum, experiential sessions, and the opportunity to meet with faculty and practitioners.
Be the architect of your own learning journey. Experience an adaptive journey that enables flexible learning, personal interactions, and deeper immersion into key topics—all at your own pace.
Program Content
The Chief Executive Officer Program is a flexible learning journey designed for senior business leaders. You will learn through online and interactive sessions, fireside chats, and guest lectures led by Columbia Business School faculty and global industry leaders. Through a blend of cutting-edge curriculum, relevant case studies, capstone project, and try-it activities, the program will enable you to hone your business acumen, build new-age skills, and redefine your leadership potential.
Strategy: Your Company in the Wider World
Unravel how external influences shape organizational direction and foster competitiveness, while gaining exposure to the complexities and potential of global business environments.
Module topics:
- Macro-Economics for Executives: Good Times and Bad
- Strategy in an Ever-Changing World
- Mergers and Acquisitions: From Competition to Co-Optation
- Corporate Sustainability: Shareholders vs. Stakeholders
- Environment, Society, and Governance: Non-Market Forces
- A World View: Learning from Everywhere
Organization: Inside Your Company
Delve into the internal workings of an organization, unraveling intricate relationships and roles that shape company dynamics and drive operational efficiency.
Module topics:
- The CEO’s Boss: The Role of a Board
- The CEO's Boss: Board Committees
- The CFO's Voice: Your #1 Strategic Partner
- Marketing: Value Innovation
- Marketing: Customer Experience Management
- Innovation from Below
Data and Technology: The Leading Edge of Innovation
Understand the transformative impact of data and technology on businesses and explore strategies for leveraging innovation for competitive advantage.
Module topics:
- Business Analytics
- Frontiers of Innovation
- Segmentation and Targeting in a Data-Driven World
- Technology Strategy
- Frontiers of Innovation: Privacy-Preserving AI
- Creative Combination: The Insight Matrix
Leadership: You and Your People
Examine the impact of leadership on team dynamics, workplace culture, and organizational effectiveness while evolving your personal leadership style.
Module topics:
- The Future of Work
- Alignment: Bridging Strategy and Performance
- DEI, Ethics, and Leading with Integrity
- The Negotiator’s Toolkit: Essentials for Claiming Value
- Beyond Zero-Sum: Creating Value and Win-Win Outcomes
- The Executive Mind: Managing Yourself
Note: Session topics are subject to change.
Executive Peer Group and Networking Event
A key feature of the program is the executive peer group, which fosters intimate, confidential discussions among a select group of classmates. These conversations cover a range of pertinent topics—from business and leadership challenges to career opportunities. Throughout the program, participants form a cohesive learning community, gaining access to a robust global network of peers.
The enriching environment of the networking event provides participants with the invaluable opportunity to build a robust network with global executive who bring diverse experiences, cultures, and perspectives. Engaging in thoughtful discussions, they can exchange cutting-edge insights and knowledge that are integral in staying abreast of industry trends. The networking event showcases the vibrant community that participants of the Chief Executive Officer Program become an invaluable part of.
Faculty Director
Faculty
Paul Canetti
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Business, Marketing Department, Columbia Business School
Donna Hitscherich
Senior Lecturer, Business, Finance, and Economics
Director, Private Equity Program
Columbia Business School
Miklos Sarvary
Carson Family Professor of Business
Co-Faculty Director, Media and Technology Program
Pierre Yared
MUTB Professor of International Business
Vice Dean for Executive Education
Columbia Business School
Key Benefits
With Columbia Business School’s Chief Executive Officer program, you will:
- Balance learning with your busy work schedule by dedicating just three to five hours each week
- Interact with high-achieving peer executives from around the globe and build your network of leaders
- Kick-start your program journey with 24 weeks of core online learning, imparting new-age skills for the CEO role
- Experience live online sessions with the cohort success coach and faculty as well as periodic guest lectures from industry leaders
- Learn from preeminent Columbia faculty who are recognized leaders in their fields, thought leaders, and industry practitioners to gain in-depth insights
- Work on a capstone project to refine your skills by applying program learnings to a challenge and drive immediate on-the-job impact in your organization
- Craft your learning journey in line with your career goals with a success coach assigned to your cohort
- Interact with faculty members, peers, and global industry leaders at a two-day optional on-campus networking event
- Receive select Columbia Business School alumni benefits upon completion of the program
Who Is It For?
The Chief Executive Officer Program is ideal for:
- Experienced C-suite executives poised for transition into the CEO role
- Newly appointed CEOs from small to medium-sized entities intent on augmenting their leadership acumen
- High-potential leaders on the trajectory toward C-suite roles seeking to enhance their readiness for impending executive responsibilities
Participants are required to have:
- A minimum of 10 years of work experience
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- International exposure (preferred)
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