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with real-world knowledge
Moving forward in your professional journey requires more than learning new business skills.
It’s about expanding your influence and developing expertise outside your current role.
Wharton Executive Education’s Leadership and Business Acumen Programs, led by
our world-renowned faculty, will develop your leadership capabilities and increase your
business knowledge in ways that will unlock your future potential.

new Strategy & Innovation programs reveal revolutionary breakthroughs in

neuroscience and people analytics, and show you how to use this brain science and
data forecasting in real-world business applications.

new Emphasis on executive coaching in our Comprehensive Executive Programs

gives you a new self-awareness of your leadership strengths and provides a clear
pathway forward to achieve future professional success.

new Programs in Finance take you through the latest strategies for assessing
risk and achieving maximum profitability in areas including advanced corporate
finance, venture capital, and real estate.

Come to Wharton to expand your thinking, broaden your perspective,

and connect to a world of new professional possibilities.

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Our Comprehensive Executive Programs target the full range of strategies and skills
you need to advance your leadership and achieve new business growth, with the impact
enhanced through executive coaching.

executive advanced
development program management program
An accelerated two-week program A transformative five-week experience
program dates program dates
sep. 15–27, 2019 • nov. 10–22, 2019 • mar. 15–27, 2020 sep. 29–nov. 1, 2019 • may 31–jul. 3, 2020

Transitioning from functional, unit, Technology, globalization, and constant

or regional management to general
Executive Coaching management requires knowledge in
areas such as finance, marketing,
at Wharton leadership, and strategy. This program
prepares you for the complexities of
organizational dynamics, communication,
“My Wharton coach was and leadership. www.WhartonEDP.com
change have made the job of leading a
business more exciting, complex, and
demanding. If you are leading or are in line to
lead your firm, Wharton’s flagship program
empowers you to define and act on your
purpose as a leader and strengthen your
strategic prowess. www.WhartonAMP.com

amazing. There was so much

growth in such a short amount general advanced
management program finance program
of time; I came out on the other A flexible six-program learning journey An immersive 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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programs. Executive coaching will propel
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you to a higher level of success and personal
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growth. www.WhartonGMP.com
Acquire the finance skills necessary
to remain at the leading edge of
success in numerous professions with
this program that covers a comprehensive
range of finance disciplines.
www.WhartonAFP.com

ALUMNI STATUS
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 JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY

Becoming a Leader of Leaders: Pathways for Success

Sep. May
Ensure your competence as a leader and examine the timeliness of your strategic vision. Learn from the
8–13 3–8
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 20–21
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 Feb.
Nov.
Lead your company toward profitable growth as you strengthen your knowledge of new markets, reflect on the most pressing 23–28
10–15
issues facing your company, and broaden your skills as a senior leader. (Three nonconsecutive weeks, concluding Jun. 2020 in Barcelona) Shanghai

Global Strategic Leadership

Oct.
Discover how you can formulate a global strategy for your organization and learn how to execute it.
1–4
Expand your organization’s visionary capacity to inspire greater possibilities for your collective future.
team & individual leadership JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY

Creating and Leading High-Performing Teams

Jun. Oct.
Develop your ability to build, effectively lead, and successfully sustain high-performance teams. Explore team
3–7 7–11
dynamics both in the classroom, using the latest research and casework, and in highly experiential exercises.
High-Potential Leaders: Accelerating Your Impact
Dec. May
Develop the strategic perspective required of global leaders, learn to manage uncertainty and execute
9–13 11–15
your vision, and establish a firm personal foundation that can withstand the pressures of leadership.
new Leadership in a New Era of Health Care Mar.
Expand your capacity to navigate higher and more complex levels of leadership in the health care sector. 2020
Appraise and analyze your current organizational culture and discover opportunities for change. (4 days)

Leading and Managing People

Oct. Mar. 30–
Engage the principles of human behavior to better influence and lead others. Learn how to avoid your
14–18 Apr. 3
blind spots, examine how your actions affect others, and gain the resources to lead more effectively.
Leading Organizational Change
Dec. May
Examine the complex interpersonal and strategic issues involved in successfully spearheading change.
9–12 11–14
Gain frameworks, models, and perspectives on leading change and apply them to your unique challenges.
The Leadership Edge: Strategies for the New Leader
Nov. Apr. 27–
Make the transition from new manager to leader in your organization. Gain insights into your
11–15 May 1
decision-making processes and develop an authentic leadership style that is true to your personality.
Women’s Executive Leadership: Business Strategies for Success
Oct. Mar. 30–
Designed specifically for today’s rising female executives, participants will gain business knowledge that
21–25 Apr. 3
will enhance their professional influence and improve their business acumen and leadership skills.
negotiation & persuasion JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY

Executive Negotiation Workshop: Negotiate with Confidence

Jul. Dec. Apr.
Identify and understand your own negotiation style and that of others to negotiate more effectively. Learn
22–26 9–13 20–24
transformative techniques and practical frameworks to improve your internal and external negotiations.
Strategic Persuasion Workshop: The Art and Science of Selling Ideas
Sep.
This program provides tools to help you advance your cause in the organization, identify
9–12
and remove barriers to persuading others, and learn the “Art of Woo”—winning others over.
strategy & innovation JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY

Business Essentials for Executives

Nov. May
Drawing on key faculty and content from Wharton’s top-ranked MBA curriculum, this program
17–22 10–15
introduces you to the fundamentals every successful manager needs in business.
new Business Model Innovation in the Digital Age Oct.–Nov.
May
Unlock significant opportunities for adding value and growth by innovating with your existing products, customers, and 2019
4–8
markets. Implement a process for business model innovation that can be used repeatedly throughout your organization. (5 days)

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
Oct. Mar.
Explore the most important factors involved in implementation, including leadership, talent management, and
21–25 16–20
organizational design. Learn a logical approach to execution to overcome even the most challenging obstacles.
new Health Care Innovation Apr.
Discover a highly effective process-oriented approach to innovation that can shorten the distance between idea 2020
generation and implementation in your health care organization. (4 days)

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
18–21
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. 9–13 Jan.
Become the catalyst for company-wide change when you learn how to construct the architecture San
Francisco 13–17
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
Nov.
Resolve key challenges companies face when growing rapidly as they transition from tactical, short-term thinking to a long-
4–8
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
Jun. Oct. Feb.
Learn to accurately assess the competition, design a compelling strategy, leverage your firm’s capabilities to
17–21 14–18 24–28
full advantage, and obtain necessary resources through alliances, acquisitions, and internal corporate ventures.
The Strategic Decision-Making Mindset
Nov. May
Explore the best practices and behaviors that lead to good decision-making habits. Gain a deeper
4–7 19–22
understanding of the role personal judgment and emotions play in the decision-making process.
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finance & wealth management JUN. JUL. AUG. SEP. OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY

new Assessing Commercial Real Estate Investments and Markets

Jun. Dec.
Discover how to add commercial real estate to your client’s or institution’s diversified investment portfolio.
3–6 3–6
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 Jun. Oct. Jan. Mar. 30–
to attain a level of competency as an advanced investment consultant. In partnership with the Investments
24–28 7–11 27–31 Apr. 3
& Wealth Institute™, Wharton offers an intensive educational component of the program to prepare
participants for the Certification Examination.
new Client Psychology ce credit Jul. Apr.
Develop a more effective client-centered practice by drawing heavily on advances in psychology, behavioral 29–31 2020
finance, evidence-based decision making, and the human sciences to better understand the biases, behaviors, San (3 days)
and perceptions that impact client decision making, and financial well being. Francisco

Corporate Valuation
Learn how to evaluate the financial implications of strategic business decisions through financial Jun. Jan.
modeling. Become more effective at communicating the consequences of financial decisions to 3–7 27–31
your organization’s key stakeholders.

Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager

Oct. 28– Feb.
Learn how to use financial data to make business decisions and to evaluate your firm’s performance.
Nov. 1 10–14
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. Oct.
This program provides a solid foundation for building optimal portfolios and effective tools for 10–14 21–25
making better investments.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Our interdisciplinary faculty and industry speakers help you select, assess, and evaluate potential Jun. Jan.
opportunities. Examine acquisition strategy, valuation techniques, tax issues, due diligence, 9–14 19–24
and post-acquisition integration.

Private Equity: Investing and Creating Value ce credit

Gain exposure to the strategies that private equity firms use to structure and finance a deal and Nov. Apr.
create value for their investors. Understand the key drivers in private equity and gain confidence in 4–8 20–24
evaluating investment opportunities.

Private Wealth Management

Experience the rigorous Wharton wealth management curriculum in a confidential setting with other affluent Aug. May
families. High net worth investors from more than 50 countries have attended this five-day program offered in 4–9 3–8
conjunction with the Institute for Private Investors (IPI) since 1999.
 The CFO: Becoming a Strategic Partner
Oct. 28– May
This program helps you refine your leadership style, communicate your financial knowledge to other leaders,
Nov. 1 11–15
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 Nov. May
whether it is more efficient to take on debt, offer equity, or do a combination of both when making capital 11–15 4–8
structure decisions.

new Venture Capital Dec.

Learn how to evaluate venture capital investment opportunities and do due diligence that will uncover 8–12 Apr. 27–
pitfalls and mitigate risk. San May 1
Francisco

Wharton Finance for Executives

Sep. Feb.
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.
23–27 24–28

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

Customer Analytics for Growth Using Machine Learning, AI, and Big Data
Oct. Mar.
Sharpen your analytics mindset and build competency in the skills needed to oversee data-driven business decisions.
Discover how to bridge knowledge gaps that may exist between your data science teams and the C-suite.
28–Nov. 1 2–6

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. 10–13 3–6

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 22–25
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
Sep. Apr. 26–
unique brands, utilize distribution channels, and make effective marketing communication decisions. 15–20 May 1

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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