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When the only constant is change,

be Wharton ready.
The ongoing push toward innovation and globalization presents you with
game-changing challenges every day. You need to be more than ready.
Be Wharton ready with the evidence-based programs and world-class faculty
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50 results-focused programs to prepare you for:

New Opportunities: Expand your influence and increase your impact with
Leadership Programs that will broaden your perspective and empower you
to take on more challenging roles.

Emerging Technologies: Explore dynamic Strategy and Innovation

Programs that challenge assumptions and inspire new ways of growing
your organization.

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powerful new knowledge from the global leader in finance education.

Business Analytics: Learn the practical application of new tools and

strategies through Marketing and Analytics Programs that drive
breakthrough results.

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Our Comprehensive Executive Programs offer global senior-level executives new paths
to greater leadership, with highly experiential learning opportunities and personalized
coaching from an elite team of Wharton executive coaches.

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A results-focused, two-week program A transformative five-week experience
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Transitioning from functional, unit, Technology, globalization, and constant

or regional management to general change have made the job of leading a
Executive Coaching management requires knowledge in business more exciting, complex, and
areas such as finance, marketing, demanding. If you are leading or are in line to
at Wharton leadership, and strategy. This program lead your firm, Wharton’s flagship program
prepares you for the complexities of empowers you to define and act on your
organizational dynamics, communication, purpose as a leader and strengthen your
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growth in such a short amount general
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of time; I came out on the other A flexible six-program learning journey An immersive, six-program journey in finance
side a better version of myself.” complete six programs within two years complete six finance programs
leadership • finance • strategy • marketing within two years

Enhance your leadership skills and advance
your business acumen through a focused
and flexible curriculum of open-enrollment
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Acquire the finance skills necessary
to remain at the leading edge of
success in numerous professions with
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range of finance disciplines.
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Upon successful completion of the Advanced Management Program, General Management Program, or Advanced Finance Program, you will earn Wharton alumni status.
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senior leadership JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC.

Becoming a Leader of Leaders: Pathways for Success

May Sep.
Ensure your competence as a leader and examine the timeliness of your strategic vision. Learn from the
3–8 13–18
decision-making processes of great leaders and discuss challenges with a network of global peers.
Boards That Lead: Corporate Governance That Builds Value
Feb.
Based on the book Boards That Lead, this executive education program provides the latest thinking from some
10–11
of the world’s most knowledgeable boardroom veterans on how directors can make a leadership difference.
CEO Academy® Nov.
Developed in partnership with the CEO Academy, this program provides CEOs with an unparalleled opportunity to connect 18–19
with peers in a dynamic setting and enhance their leadership and strategic decision-making skills. New York

Global CEO Program: A Transformational Journey Led by CEIBS, Wharton, and IESE
Lead your company toward profitable growth as you strengthen your knowledge of new markets, reflect on the most pressing Nov.
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issues facing your company, and broaden your skills as a senior leader. (Three nonconsecutive weeks, including Feb. 2021 in Shanghai 8–13
and Jun. 2021 in Barcelona)

Global Strategic Leadership

Jun.
Discover how you can formulate a global strategy for your organization and learn how to execute it.
22–25
Expand your organization’s visionary capacity to inspire greater possibilities for your collective future.
team & individual leadership JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC.

Creating and Leading High-Performing Teams

Jun. Oct.
Develop your ability to build, effectively lead, and successfully sustain high-performance teams. Explore team
8–12 5–9
dynamics in the classroom, using the latest research and casework, and in highly experiential exercises.
High-Potential Leaders: Accelerating Your Impact
May Dec.
Develop the strategic perspective required of global leaders, learn to manage uncertainty and execute
11–15 7–11
your vision, and establish a firm personal foundation that can withstand the pressures of leadership.
new Leadership in a New Era of Health Care
Apr.
Expand your capacity to navigate higher and more complex levels of leadership in the health care sector.
16–19
Appraise and analyze your current organizational culture and discover opportunities for change.
Leading and Managing People
Mar. 30– Oct.
Engage the principles of human behavior to better influence and lead others. Learn how to avoid your
Apr. 3 12–16
blind spots, examine how your actions affect others, and gain the resources to lead more effectively.
Leading Organizational Change
May Dec.
Examine the complex interpersonal and strategic issues involved in successfully spearheading change.
11–14 1–4
Gain frameworks, models, and perspectives on leading change and apply them to your unique challenges.
new The Adaptable Leader: Strategies for Emerging Leadership
Apr. 27– Nov.
Make the transition from new manager to leader in your organization. Gain insights into your decision-making processes and
May 1 16–20
develop your authentic leadership style. Find new and effective ways to influence your team and colleagues.
Women’s Executive Leadership: Business Strategies for Success
Mar. 30– Oct.
Designed specifically for today’s rising female executives, participants will gain business knowledge that
Apr. 3 12–16
will enhance their professional influence and improve their business acumen and leadership skills.
negotiation & persuasion JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC.

Executive Negotiation Workshop: Negotiate with Confidence

Apr. Jul. Dec.
Identify and understand your own negotiation style and that of others to negotiate more effectively. Learn
20–24 20–24 7–11
transformative techniques and practical frameworks to improve your internal and external negotiations.
Strategic Persuasion Workshop: The Art and Science of Selling Ideas
Jun. Nov.
This program provides tools to help you advance your cause in the organization, identify
8–11 2–5
and remove barriers to persuading others, and learn the “Art of Woo”—winning others over.
strategy & innovation JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC.

Business Essentials for Executives

May Nov.
Drawing on key faculty and content from Wharton’s top-ranked MBA curriculum, this program
10–15 1–6
introduces you to the fundamentals every successful manager needs in business.
new Business Model Innovation in the Digital Age
May
Unlock significant opportunities for adding value and growth by innovating with your existing products, customers, and
4–8
markets. Implement a process for business model innovation that can be used repeatedly throughout your organization.
Driving Growth through Strategic Partnerships
Apr.
Build mastery in formulating, negotiating, managing, and evaluating alliances. Adopt practical tools for establishing a global
27–30
strategic position and for overcoming the obstacles inherent in new market expansion and product development.
Effective Execution of Organizational Strategy
Mar. Oct.
Explore the most important factors involved in implementation, including leadership, talent management, and
16–20 19–23
organizational design. Learn a logical approach to execution to overcome even the most challenging obstacles.
Innovation for Growth: Strategies for Creating Value
Nov.
Launch new business models, products, and markets with an “Innovation Toolkit." Design a flexible innovation process that lets
16–19
your company quickly adapt to, and profit from, changes in customers, competitors, or markets.
new Leveraging Neuroscience for Business Impact
May
Learn how to apply neuroscience principles and technology to shape consumer behavior, improve your decisions,
18–21
build better teams, strengthen client relationships, and hone marketing and communication strategies.
Mastering Innovation: From Idea to Value Creation Jun. 7–11
Jan.
Become the catalyst for company-wide change when you learn how to construct the architecture San
13–17 Francisco
that drives innovation in an organization.
new People Analytics: HR Transformation through Data
Apr.
Discover how to apply analytical data to make more informed people-related decisions,
14–17
and acquire better human resources tools for defining and cultivating organizational culture.
new Scaling Ventures: Developing the Playbook for Profitable Growth Jun. 7–11 Oct.
Resolve key challenges companies face when growing rapidly as they transition from tactical, short-term thinking to a long- San
Francisco 26–30
term focused vision. Learn how to move beyond the startup phase to create a large enterprise of tremendous value.
Strategy and Management for Competitive Advantage
Feb. Jun. Oct.
Learn to accurately assess the competition, design a compelling strategy, leverage your firm’s capabilities to full advantage,
24–28 8–12 12–16
and obtain necessary resources through alliances, acquisitions, and internal corporate ventures..
The Strategic Decision-Making Mindset
May Nov.
Explore the best practices and behaviors that lead to good decision-making habits. Gain a deeper
understanding of the role personal judgment and emotions play in the decision-making process.
19–22 9–12
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finance & wealth management JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC.

new Assessing Commercial Real Estate Investments and Markets

Dec.
Discover how to add commercial real estate to your client’s or institution’s diversified investment portfolio.
1–4
Become more discerning evaluators of real estate investment partners and opportunities in the U.S. and globally.

Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) Certification

The CIMA® certification is the only credential designed specifically for the financial professional who wants Jan. Mar. 30– Jul. Oct.
to attain a level of competency as an advanced investment consultant. In partnership with the Investments
27–31 Apr. 3 13–17 26–30
& Wealth Institute™, Wharton offers an intensive educational component of the program to prepare
participants for the Certification Examination.
new Client Psychology ce credit
Jun. Nov.
Develop a more effective client-centered practice by drawing heavily on advances in psychology, behavioral
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finance, evidence-based decision making, and the human sciences to better understand the biases, behaviors,
(3 days) (3 days)
and perceptions that impact client decision making and financial well being.
Corporate Valuation
Learn how to evaluate the financial implications of strategic business decisions through financial Jan. Jun.
modeling. Become more effective at communicating the consequences of financial decisions to 27–31 8–12
your organization’s key stakeholders.

Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager

Feb. Jun. Oct.
Learn how to use financial data to make business decisions and to evaluate your firm’s performance.
10–14 1–5 5–9
Examine core concepts of finance and accounting in a straightforward, easy-to-grasp manner.

Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management ce credit

Develop investment portfolios that generate the highest return for your level of investment risk. Jun. Nov.
This program provides a solid foundation for building optimal portfolios and effective tools for 1–5 16–20
making better investments.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Our interdisciplinary faculty and industry speakers help you select, assess, and evaluate potential Jan. Jun.
opportunities. Examine acquisition strategy, valuation techniques, tax issues, due diligence, 19–24 14–19
and post-acquisition integration.

Private Equity: Investing and Creating Value

Gain exposure to the strategies that private equity firms use to structure and finance a deal and Apr. Oct.
create value for their investors. Understand the key drivers in private equity and gain confidence in 20–24 19–23
evaluating investment opportunities.

Private Wealth Management

Experience the rigorous Wharton wealth management curriculum in a confidential setting with other affluent May Jul.
families. High-net-worth investors from more than 50 countries have attended this five-day program offered 3–8 19–24
in conjunction with the Institute for Private Investors (IPI) since 1999.
 RMA/Wharton Advanced Risk Management Program
May Jun.
This program provides executives in banking and related fields with analytical frameworks, strategies, and resources for
3–9 7–13
measuring, managing, and monitoring risk. (Two nonconsecutive program weeks.)
The CFO: Becoming a Strategic Partner
May Oct.
This program helps you refine your leadership style, communicate your financial knowledge to other leaders,
11–15 26–30
and make a greater contribution to strategy development and value creation in your organization.
new Value Creation and Growth through Innovative Corporate Finance
Learn how your financial institution or firm can effectively manage risk in today’s uncertain economy. Discover May Nov.
whether it is more efficient to take on debt, offer equity, or do a combination of both when making capital 4–8 2–6
structure decisions.
Venture Capital Dec.
Learn how to evaluate venture capital investment opportunities and do due diligence that will uncover Apr. 27– 6–10
pitfalls and mitigate risk. May 1 San
Francisco

Wharton Finance for Executives

Feb. Sep.
Demystify the process of creating shareholder value; gain techniques to evaluate the financial impact and
value of strategic decisions; and explore issues such as capital structures, diversification, and risk.
24–28 21–25

marketing & sales JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC.

new Customer Analytics for Growth Using Machine Learning, AI, and Big Data
Mar. Oct.
Gain an in-depth understanding of new forms of customer data, enhance your ability to forecast
customer behavior, and acquire the skills to develop and execute effective monetization strategies.
2–6 26–30

Digital Marketing Strategies for the Digital Economy

Understand and evaluate key aspects of digital marketing, including digital strategy and social media, Jun. Dec.
to enable successful development and implementation of relevant and powerful digital marketing efforts. 2020 2020

Pricing Strategies: Measuring, Capturing, and Retaining Value

Gain new approaches for achieving maximum value and increasing your firm’s bottom line. Jul.
In this program, you’ll learn about the specific challenges facing various industries, including pricing 20–23
new products, short lifecycle products, dynamic pricing, and bundling products and services.

Strategic Marketing for Competitive Advantage

Learn how leading marketers segment and target customers, analyze consumer decisions, develop
Apr. 26– Sep.
unique brands, utilize distribution channels, and make effective marketing communication decisions. May 1 13–18

programs in india & middle east

Accelerated Development Program (ADP)

• Customer-Driven Marketing
Wharton’s ADP is a certificate program track designed for high-potential business leaders in India and the Middle East who
• Leading People in Organizations
wish to refine their business acumen and enhance their professional development. Each three- to four-day program option is
• Strategic Thinking and Leadership
offered in Mumbai, Delhi, or Dubai. Visit our website for more information and program dates: WhartonADP.com.

All programs listed take place on our Philadelphia campus, unless otherwise noted. Program dates are subject to change. Visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
ce credit Select programs qualify for continuing education credits. Learn more on our website.

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