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Leadership and Management in New-Age Business

Designed for high-potential managers and executives, Wharton's Leadership and Management in New-Age Business program equips learners with essential tools to lead firms/teams effectively and advance careers. Learn from top Wharton faculty and industry leaders.

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Format

Online

Recommended 5-6 Hours/Week

4.5 Months

With Industry Leaders

Networking Sessions

Application Deadline

June 7, 2023

Start Date

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Disclaimer:

Only individuals in the EMEA and APAC regions can enroll in this program

Instructors

Professor Adam Grant, PhD

Saul P. Steinberg Professor of Management

Adam received his PhD and MS from the University of Michigan and his BA from Harvard University, magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors.

Professor Peter Cappelli, DPhil

Director, Center for Human Resources

Peter Cappelli is the George W. Taylor Professor of Management at The Wharton School and Director of Wharton’s Center for Human Resources.

Professor Mauro Guillén, PhD

Dr. Felix Zandman Professor Emeritus of Management

Mauro F. Guillén is the incoming dean at Cambridge Judge Business School, an expert on global market trends, and a sought-after speaker.

Professor Katherine Klein, PhD

Vice Dean and Director

Katherine Klein is the vice dean for the Wharton Social Impact Initiative. In this position, Klein shapes WSII’s vision and strategy for initiatives and research.

Professor Nancy Rothbard, PhD

Chairperson, Management Department

Professor Nancy Rothbard is the deputy dean and the David Pottruck Professor of Management at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.

Professor Nicolaj Siggelkow, PhD

David M. Knott Professor; Professor of Management

Nicolaj Siggelkow is the co-director of the Mack Institute for Innovation Management at Wharton and the former chair of the Management Department.

Professor Harbir Singh, PhD

Mack Professor; Professor of Management

Harbir Singh is the Mack Professor of Management and faculty director of the Huntsman Program for International Studies and Business.

Professor Micheal Useem, PhD

William and Jacalyn Egan Professor of Management

Michael Useem is the William and Jacalyn Egan Professor of Management and director of the Center for Leadership and Change Management.

Nikolai Roussanov, PhD

Moise Y. Safra Professor of Finance

Nikolai Roussanov is the Moise Y. Safra Professor of Finance at the Wharton School and research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research.

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About the Program

Learn from Wharton Faculty

Live masterclasses and recorded sessions from leading Wharton faculty — giving opportunities for debate and discussion.

Benefits and Outcomes

Develop as a 360-degree leader and hone decision making and management skills in a completely online flexible program.

Accomplished Peer Network

Engage in interactive networking sessions with experienced professionals from your cohort for effective peer-to-peer learning.

Who Is This Program for?

- CXOs, VPs, MDs, Directors who wish to invest in their careview more

Key Program Takeaways

- Enhance and strengthen your skills as a manager and decisiview more

Program Overview

Key Highlights

Developed by a World-Renowned Business School

Academic Content Designed for Leaders

Program Completion Certificate from Wharton

4 Live Masterclasses with Wharton Faculty

2 Interactive Business Case Simulations

1:1 Personalized Executive Coaching Sessions

Leadership Profiling Session

Sessions with Faculty Directly from Wharton

“The course in Leadership and Management in New-Age Business helps professionals build this skill-set and learn the most cutting-edge ideas for leaders across organizations to access global opportunities.”
- Prof. Jagmohan S. Raju,
Vice Dean, Wharton Executive Education

Leadership and Management in New-Age Business

Founded in 1881 as the first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is recognized globally for intellectual leadership and ongoing innovation across every major discipline of business education. With a broad global community and one of the most published business school faculties, Wharton creates economic and social value around the world. The School has 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students; more than 13,000 participants in executive education programs annually; and a powerful alumni network of 100,000 graduates.

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Syllabus

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Masterclasses with Wharton Faculty

5 - 6

Hours Weekly Time Commitment

Business Simulation

Leadership in the 21st Century

4 Weeks

Engaging Hearts and Minds
Understanding Work Styles and Cultivating Originality
Purpose-Driven Leadership
Organizational Culture and Culture Change

Managing and Motivating Talent

4 Weeks

Motivation and Reward
Tasks, Jobs, and Systems of Work
Making Good and Timely Management Decisions
Designing and Changing the Organization’s Architecture

Managing the Global Firm

4 Weeks

Global Markets and the Firm
International Strategies
Organization and Management of the International Firm
The Multinational Firm in the 21st Century

Strategic Management : Competitive and Corporate Strategy

4 Weeks

The Firm and the Industry
Industry Analysis and Competitive Dynamics
Corporate Strategy and Firm Scope
Firms in a Context

The upGrad Advantage

Leadership Coaching

1:1 Executive Leadership coaching

Sessions to help define your leadership goal, drive transformational change

Personalized training to achieve your desired outcomes

Networking and Practical Learning

Practical Learning

Case studies and simulation-based pedagogy
Exclusive recorded masterclasses from top CXOs

Peer-to-Peer Networking

Interactive ice-breaking and networking sessions with your cohort of experienced professionals
Peer-to-peer networking opportunities with an alumni pool of 10,000+

Networking with Industry Experts

Dedicated sessions organized by alumni team for lifelong networking opportunities with upGrad alums and industry experts

Learning Support

Student Support

Available all days 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. IST.
For urgent queries, use the Call Back option on the platform.

TA Sessions: Doubt Resolution

Doubt-clearing session at regular intervals
Live discussion forum for peer-to-peer doubt resolution monitored by technical experts

Admission Process

Step 1

Step 1: Complete Application

Complete your application and submit the required details.

Step 2

Step 2: Receive the Offer Letter

Upon qualifying, an offer letter will be sent to you confirming your admission to the course.

Step 3

Step 3: Reserve Your Seat

Reserve your seat by paying the caution amount. Begin your leadership journey!

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Participant Reviews

Layi Babalola

Finance Manager, Publicis Groupe, New York City

Doing the online course was an amazing experience.…Having a certificate from Wharton, which is one of the best business schools in the world, is a big plus and a memorable accomplishment for me.

Michael Useem

Professor of Management, Director of the Center for Leadership and Change Management, Editor of the Wharton Leadership Digest

For anybody with responsibilities of almost any kind — whether it’s managing two people in a small office, or 20,000 people in a larger company or organization — this program has the content you need to get your job done.

Elizabeth Carlyle

Vice President and General Counsel, Vision Source, Houston, Texas

Like most busy professionals, I often find myself bogged down in day-to-day tasks. The Leadership and Management Certificate program helped me make time to learn new business strategies and invest in myself.

Frequently Asked Questions

COURSE CURRICULUM

What is the Leadership and Management in New-Age Business program from Wharton?

The program is an engaging, yet rigorous, 4.5-months online program designed for high-potential managers and C-suite level professionals. The certification is awarded by The Wharton School.

What should I expect from Leadership and Management in New-Age Business from Wharton?

Expect to learn about several industry-relevant topics for today's workplace, strengthening your knowledge and leadership. You can expect to learn everything from basic to advanced topics in the Leadership and Management in New-Age Business program.

What should I NOT expect from Leadership and Management in New-Age Business from Wharton?

The program is NOT easy and requires some commitment from the student. You will need to put in Five-Six hours of time per week for applying new concepts and executing industry-relevant projects to be able get the best out of this program.

What are the topics that will be covered in the program?

This program is designed for working professionals interested in a leadership program to help them build their understanding from a basic to an advanced level. The program covers concepts and theory in modules on Leadership in the 21st Century, Managing and Motivating Talent, Managing the Global Firm, and Strategic Management: Competitive and Corporate Strategy, all from the prestigious Wharton faculty.

Can I sign up only for a few specific modules that I am interested in?

No, the program is designed to be completed in its entirety, and cannot be taken as standalone modules.

What type of learning experience should I expect?

The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning.

Is there a WES equivalency for this program?

No, there is no WES equivalency.

TIME COMMITMENT

What is the time commitment expected for the program?

At least Five-Six hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to graduate from the program.

Is there any certification granted at the end of the program?

Post completion of the program, a Certificate of Leadership and Management in New-Age Business would be granted from the Wharton School.

REFUND/FINANCIALS

What is the program fee?

The program is priced at -- .

Is there any deferral or refund policy for this program?

Refund Policy:

1. You can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Program Start Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. You can request your Admissions Counsellor to help you in applying and withdrawing for a refund by sending them an email with reasons listed. There shall be no refund applicable once the program has started. This is applicable even for those students who could not complete their payment, and could not be enrolled in the batch opted for. However, the student can avail pre-deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.

2. Student must pay the full fee within seven (7) days of payment of the deposit amount or Cohort Start Date, whichever is earlier; otherwise, the admission letter will be rescinded.

3. Request for refund as per point no. 1 of the refund policy must be sent via email in the prescribed refund request form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of submitting the duly signed refund form, after being duly approved by the Academic Committee.

SELECTION CRITERIA

What is the selection process for this program?

To be eligible for selection, you must submit your application form. Based on your submission, an offer letter will be sent to you.

How do I know if I am eligible?

Ideal candidates are those looking to accelerate their career or develop their leadership style with cutting-edge concepts from a world-renowned business school.

Disclaimer

1. upGrad does not grant credit; credits are granted, accepted or transferred at the sole discretion of an educational institution. upGrad does not make any representations regarding the recognition or equivalence of the credits or credentials awarded, unless otherwise expressly stated. If you intend to pursue a post graduate or doctorate degree upon completion of this course or apply for employment which requires specific credits, we advise you to enquire further regarding the suitability of this degree for your academic and/or professional requirements before enrolling.

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