Executive Access: Global Economic Update
Program Details
We're excited to present you with our Executive Access series. Hosted by Columbia Business School Professors Brett House and Abby Joseph Cohen, world-renowned macroeconomists, the Global Economic Update program provides participants with the latest economic insights in an executive briefing format.
Abby Joseph Cohen is a former chief strategist at Goldman Sachs. Learn more about her new role at Columbia Business School.
Format:
90-minutes, live online
Fees:
Single session: $275
1-Year Subscription* (all 4 sessions): $950
Time:
8–9:30 a.m. ET
(Calculate your timezone.)
Session dates:
New Subscription Dates 2025-2026:
- August 6, 2025
- November 12, 2025
- February 11, 2026
- May 13, 2026
*Note: The subscription is only available for purchase starting with the May 2025 session date.
Overview
How will the recent global economic trends impact your business? Is inflation really coming down? What about interest rates? Are we headed for a recession?
Understanding macroeconomic trends and developments is a key skill in every executive's tool kit. In this program series, you'll gain access to Columbia Business School thought leadership on the latest trends in the global economy that every business should pay attention to, keeping you informed at all times — so you are equipped to make sound business and financial decisions, better see around corners, and lead your organization into the future.
The format is designed to be brief yet impactful, where participants will have an opportunity to hear from two thought leaders in economics, who share experience in academia and Wall Street. If you’re feeling stuck or confused about what is happening in a global economy in a constant state of flux, these are time-efficient programs that focus attention on the most pressing issues today.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify the most important macroeconomic risks and trends for your business
- Prepare your business for change by discussing different scenario plans
- Brief others in your organization on how global developments inform your strategy
Program Structure
The session follows a three-part structure:
- First, the professors will share insights on current macroeconomic conditions, with topics ranging from global growth, monetary policy, fiscal policy, financial conditions, exchange rates, and globalization
- Next, you'll learn about emerging macroeconomic trends that your business should focus on in your scenario planning
- Finally, engage in a highly interactive Q&A session where you'll gain the latest insights from two thought leaders in economics, who offer experience both from academia and Wall Street
Faculty
Abby Joseph Cohen
President, Global Markets Institute and Senior Investment Strategist at Goldman Sachs
Professor of Business, Economics Division
FAQ
Learning Experience
Who will be my main point of contact?
Each online program is managed by a dedicated Online Facilitator who will be available to answer any questions, provide feedback, and send reminders as needed. Your Online Facilitator will contact you shortly before the program begins.
How will I access the program materials?
Each program has a dedicated course site to which you will have a login and password. The course site will contain all program materials — syllabus, video content, readings, and assignments.
Will I be able to interact with the faculty?
This varies from program to program. Questions raised in discussion boards and assignments will be curated by your Online Facilitator/Learning Coach. At a minimum, the faculty will post weekly or bi-weekly announcements addressing those themes. Some programs may feature periodic live online sessions to provide an opportunity to engage with the faculty live.
What is the role of the Online Facilitator/Learning Coach?
In online learning at Columbia Business School Executive Education, we emphasize facilitated cohort learning and development. Our online programs are guided by a dedicated Online Facilitator/Learning Coach who provides feedback on your learning to help you re-examine your assumptions in order to expand your understanding of the program’s concepts and achieve your learning objectives.
How will I interact with my cohort of online learners?
Connecting with other learners in an asynchronous online learning environment takes place through weekly discussion boards as well as peer or small group sessions.
What is the online student code of conduct?
Whether attending an online or in-person program, every participant at Columbia Business School Executive Education is expected to adhere to the student code of conduct which requires the following:
- Respect the privacy of other students. Do not share or disclose personal or proprietary company information on public forums.
- Respect the diversity of opinions and cultures that will be present in your program. The use of language that is harassing or denigrating will not be tolerated.
- Your program login credentials are for your personal use only. Do not allow anyone else to access the course site using your login.
- Do not reproduce content from any online program unless allowed by the copyright terms laid out by the course administrator.
- Do not submit the work of others as your own work.
- Violation of this code of conduct may result in disciplinary action including cancellation of program enrollment with no reimbursement of fees.
Learning Environment
How will I access the program materials?
Each program has a dedicated course site to which you will have a login and password. The course site will contain all program materials — syllabus, video content, readings, and assignments.
When will I receive access to the course site?
You will receive access to the course site generally within one to five business days of the course start date.
Can I access the course site on a mobile device?
Yes, the course sites are accessible on mobile devices via the course website log-in page at CourseWorks or via the Canvas app:
» Download Canvas app for Android
» Download Canvas app for iOS
To find Columbia Business School Executive Education on the Canvas app, you may need to type our URL in the "Find your school or district" box. The URL is courseworks2.columbia.edu.
Please note that there will be differences in how the course site is displayed in the app versus on desktop. We recommend that you experiment with accessing the course site on a mobile device and laptop or computer to see which works best for you.
How long will I have access to the course site after the program concludes?
You will have access to the course site for an additional three months after the program concludes.
Format
How long do your online programs run for?
Our online programs range between 3 to 18 weeks in length.
Are your online programs synchronous or asynchronous?
Our online programs are mostly asynchronous, meaning that there is generally no live contact with faculty. Unless otherwise specified in the program description, all lectures are delivered through recorded media. Interactions between learners, facilitators, and faculty are conducted via discussion boards, email, and announcements, and all program material is posted on a course site.
Each online program is divided into time-sequenced modules with new modules released each week. This is to allow you to move through the course with a cohort of fellow learners to ask questions and share your learnings and experiences. We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities you will have to connect with fellow learners in each particular online program.
Are assignments graded and if so, how?
An assignment is marked as either complete or incomplete based on whether or not it meets the assignment requirements. If an assignment is submitted without meeting the essential requirements, it will be marked as incomplete, however, you will be able to resubmit the assignment for further review.
Will there be any pre-program work?
No. There is no pre-program work in our online programs.
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- Leading Strategic Growth and Change
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Chief Marketing Officer
- Chief Investment Officer
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