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Discover the IMD Program for Executive Development (PED)

IMD — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:07:46 +0000

	Discover the IMD Program for Executive Development (PED) link.imd.org Follow the Program for Executive Development (PED) journey and discover how it will help you create the future you desire. Message from the Program Directors Stuart Read and Cyril Bouquet.	From: IMD Views: 45 2 ratings
	Time: 07:13	More in Education

Navigating the future - OWP 2012 with Prof. Ralf Boscheck

IMD — Thu, 10 May 2012 08:44:09 +0000

	Navigating the future - OWP 2012 with Prof. Ralf Boscheck link.imd.org - In 2010, the United Nations identified 15 global challenges facing mankind. In one form or another, three-quarters of these relate either to demographic developments and their implications for food security, health and personal self-determination or to the use of vital resources and opportunities for conservation and substitution. While the issues are urgent, failures to coordinate the interests of current and future generations - and of emerged and emerging countries - have already driven the agenda beyond conventional sustainability thinking. In some cases, mitigation may still be possible; in others, adaptation is the only option left. In this stream we will explore some of the facets of human prospects.	From: IMD Views: 137 3 ratings
	Time: 03:16	More in Education

Building learning organizations - OWP 2012 with Prof. Ben-Hur

IMD — Tue, 01 May 2012 12:43:54 +0000

	Building learning organizations - OWP 2012 with Prof. Ben-Hur link.imd.org - In this stream we will examine how successful companies set their organizations to learn faster than their competitors. We will outline the key strategic and operational choices key decision makers have in setting-up or restructuring their corporate learning and we will look at the key role personal leadership characteristics play in the competition for knowledge. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the situation in their own organizations and incorporate the insights from our research into their action plans.	From: IMD Views: 140 0 ratings
	Time: 03:20	More in Education

IMD - Discover the Strategy Challenge (TSC) program

IMD — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:44:51 +0000

	IMD - Discover the Strategy Challenge (TSC) program link.imd.org - The Strategy Challenge (TSC) program is the first of a three-part top executive challenge-series program focusing on strategy, leadership, and organization. Message from the Program Director Cyril Bouquet	From: IMD Views: 161 0 ratings
	Time: 03:10	More in Education

Leading at the edge - OWP 2012 with Prof. Kohlrieser and Szekely

IMD — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:27:46 +0000

	Leading at the edge - OWP 2012 with Prof. Kohlrieser and Szekely link.imd.org - Leading at the edge means playing to win as an individual, as a team, and as an organization. Surprisingly, the vast majority of leaders are in fact "playing not to lose," which means they are not really leading at all. Companies that create a leadership development culture excel because they become talent magnets by always providing people with opportunities to learn, grow, and build leadership competencies.These organizations become high performing organizations by attracting and keeping their most talented people fully engaged, and by creating a self-reinforcing cycle whereby leadership development is at the heart of successfully running the business. Regardless of their professional and organizational roles, all top leaders must understand how leadership, culture, and operational effectiveness are closely intertwined to achieve outstanding results. Drawing on the latest studies of high performance leadership from the world of business, sports, education, hostage negotiation, music, theater, and personal achievement, we will translate this cutting edge knowledge to the real world of leading especially in times of change and transformation.You will learn what the leaders in the top companies, who are known for their outstanding leadership cultures, do so successfully to continue leading at the edge.Playing to win also means learning to develop a global mindset to effectively lead across cultures and different value systems. It means to promote sustainable <b>...</b>	From: IMD Views: 175 0 ratings
	Time: 02:45	More in Education

Navigating career transitions - OWP 2012 with Prof. Peiperl and Watkins

IMD — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:39:46 +0000

	Navigating career transitions - OWP 2012 with Prof. Peiperl and Watkins link.imd.org - How do you know when you need to make a career transition and how to make the leap successfully? This stream will focus on understanding and navigating major career transitions. Drawing on IMD's career research and our experience working with hundreds of leaders in transition, we will help you understand when you need to change course and how to prepare for the journey.	From: IMD Views: 107 0 ratings
	Time: 03:03	More in Education

Strategic partnerships to gain competitive advantage - OWP 2012 with Prof. Henderson

IMD — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:58:47 +0000

	Strategic partnerships to gain competitive advantage - OWP 2012 with Prof. Henderson link.imd.org - In today's more uncertain world, we cannot rely on ourselves alone to gain and sustain competitive advantage. Rather, we need to look to our ecosystem of potential strategic partners who will help us along the way. However, that is easier said than done. Questions abound: how do we screen for potential strategic partners? What are the right governance mechanisms in establishing a strategic partnership? How do we manage the partnership - especially when it is cross- cultural? What if the partnership goes sour? How do we manage disputes? Finally, any ecosystem means a portfolio of strategic partnerships. How can we maximize the benefits of the portfolio of strategic partnerships rather than each individually?	From: IMD Views: 146 0 ratings
	Time: 02:44	More in Education

Building a corporate culture in the 21st century - OWP 2012 with Prof. Denison and Hooijberg

IMD — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:09:01 +0000

	Building a corporate culture in the 21st century - OWP 2012 with Prof. Denison and Hooijberg link.imd.org - Building a corporate culture that sustains high performance for the 21st century is a tall order. It must be global - but local, large - but entrepreneurial, diverse - but tightly integrated, with visionary execution. Culture is critical to the firm's ability to compete in product markets, and in the market for talent. This stream will look at how a set of global firms deal with critical cultural challenges, such as building strategic alignment, supporting the front line, and integrating across boundaries. Together, we will discover how these firms changed their traditional mindset, habits, and routines to prepare themselves for the future.	From: IMD Views: 142 2 ratings
	Time: 03:54	More in Education

2012: A Year of Elections - with CNN Anchor Jonathan Mann and IMD Professor Stéphane Garelli

IMD — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:31:13 +0000

	2012: A Year of Elections - with CNN Anchor Jonathan Mann and IMD Professor Stéphane Garelli Some of the world's major powers -- the US, Russia, France and China -- are electing their political leaders in 2012. In a discussion at IMD on March 28, CNN anchor Jonathan Mann shared his views on the geopolitical outlook. He focused mainly on this year's US presidential election and the US political system in general, although he also touched on Russia and the Middle East.	From: IMD Views: 553 4 ratings
	Time: 01:07:35	More in Education

Wednesday Webcast - Interview with Jonathan Mann, CNN Anchor

IMD — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 07:52:39 +0000

	Wednesday Webcast - Interview with Jonathan Mann, CNN Anchor Join Paul Hunter in discussion with Jonathan Mann concerning the US Presidential Elections, election funding, the power of the media and the impact of forthcoming leadership elections in France, Russia, China and Greece.	From: IMD Views: 202 2 ratings
	Time: 24:12	More in Education

Wednesday Webcast - In-touch boards with Professor Paul Strebel

IMD — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:55:43 +0000

	Wednesday Webcast - In-touch boards with Professor Paul Strebel Join Professor Paul Strebel for an in-depth discussion on 'in-touch boards'. Discover how and why boards get out of touch can and what they should be undertaking to engage with value critical stakeholders.	From: IMD Views: 201 3 ratings
	Time: 24:07	More in Education

Corporate Learning Network announcement for Q2 2012

IMD — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 06:38:03 +0000

	Corporate Learning Network announcement for Q2 2012 link.imd.org - Corporate Learning Network announcement for Q2 2012	From: IMD Views: 479 0 ratings
	Time: 02:37	More in Education

Partnership Programs - How can established companies innovate?

IMD — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:53:18 +0000

	Partnership Programs - How can established companies innovate? IMD Professor Howard Yu is looking at processes by which established companies can innovate and stustain growth.	From: IMD Views: 294 0 ratings
	Time: 02:38	More in Education

TEDxLausanne - Rethinking the structure of corporations, Michael Yaziji

IMD — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:29:32 +0000

	TEDxLausanne - Rethinking the structure of corporations, Michael Yaziji Major corporations are very good at maximizing revenue capture for their owners -- but they do so by externalizing costs to society. This drives many of the fundamental problems we currently face, from environmental degradation to economic inequality. IMD Professor Michael Yaziji discusses limitations to the three current solutions to this root challenge: the free market, regulation and socialization. He also proposes a new fourth solution that deconstructs the concept of capitalism to maximize the benefits of market competition and minimize the societal impact of current systems: changing company ownership and governance structures to internalize the interests, and so create value for all stakeholders.	From: IMD Views: 347 5 ratings
	Time: 13:47	More in Education

TEDxLausanne - A new approach to finance, Salvatore Cantale

IMD — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:26:35 +0000

	TEDxLausanne - A new approach to finance, Salvatore Cantale The global economic crisis clearly showed that the old financial model can no longer be maintained. This model typically saw the company trying to create value through business models and strategies that kept its surrounding network of customers, investors and communities at arms' length. This is beginning to change, with companies now removing some of their boundaries to include major stakeholders and co-create value with them. IMD Professor Salvatore Cantale examines this shift, looking at the examples of Twitter and Grameen Bank as well as the role of consumers in driving capital flow according to their values.	From: IMD Views: 311 3 ratings
	Time: 14:15	More in Education

IMD - Discover the Breakthrough Program for Senior Executives (BPSE)

IMD — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:47:46 +0000

	IMD - Discover the Breakthrough Program for Senior Executives (BPSE) link.imd.org - Message from the Program Director Ralf Boscheck - Breakthrough Program for Senior Executives (BPSE)	From: IMD Views: 234 1 ratings
	Time: 02:08	More in Education

Why IMD?

IMD — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:38:49 +0000

	Why IMD? IMD is a world pioneer in executive education. More than a business school, we collaborate with individuals, teams and organizations to resolve real business issues, build capabilities and prepare for the future. We do so through a unique Real World, Real Learning approach, which stems from our ongoing partnerships with leading international companies. Delivered from our campus on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland and key locations worldwide, our top-ranking programs and services combine practical experience, thought leadership and a global mindset. Come join our open and inspiring learning environment to challenge your perspectives, expand your horizons -- and unlock your full potential. www.imd.org	From: IMD Views: 2881 7 ratings
	Time: 02:55	More in Education

Driving innovation: from simply more dollars to social change - OWP 2012 with Prof. Read

IMD — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 08:42:37 +0000

	Driving innovation: from simply more dollars to social change - OWP 2012 with Prof. Read link.imd.org - History has drawn a clear distinction between commerce and social good, resulting in negative attributions to business, a parallel charity industry, and a long list of significant unsolved problems. In this stream, we bring the activities of making money and driving positive social change together around a series of current and significant issues facing the world today. In addition to extracting key principles from existing businesses which are effectively bridging this gap, we will also challenge the group to look ahead to what needs doing, and how it might be done.	From: IMD Views: 213 1 ratings
	Time: 01:37	More in Education

Leading for sustainable supply chain operations - OWP 2012 with Prof. Seifert

IMD — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 08:42:48 +0000

	Leading for sustainable supply chain operations - OWP 2012 with Prof. Seifert link.imd.org - The attention dedicated to environmental issues has drastically increased over the last 25 years. In this stream, we will look into the challenges and opportunities at the intersection between environmental management and global supply chain operations. We will use the example of Unilever's journey toward exclusively using certified sustainable tea in its major tea brands and examine the proliferation of eco-labels, to explore the implementation challenges in leading for sustainable supply chain operations. In addition, we will explicitly link sustainability initiatives to company strategy as well as to the service delivery system of an organization.	From: IMD Views: 237 0 ratings
	Time: 02:56	More in Education

Breaking the code: winning through entrepreneurial action - OWP 2012 with Prof. Leleux

IMD — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 08:17:49 +0000

	Breaking the code: winning through entrepreneurial action - OWP 2012 with Prof. Leleux link.imd.org - Built to Last proved to be a huge bookstore success, years ago, but the recipes it provided for performance proved hard to replicate consistently. Reality is that sustainable success was and remains an elusive concept; some would even say a venerable Loch Ness monster, often seen but never documented. So, how do companies continuously reinvent themselves to stay ahead of the game? How do they preserve the entrepreneurial spirit that made their success possible in the first place? How do leaders communicate that need to stay on top and the drive to do so? How do private equity investors, typically buy-and-sell investors, wrestle value out of positions corporate owners were unable to take advantage of? Can we learn from some remarkable innovation players how to possibly become more sustainable? The sessions in this stream will discuss corporate entities that have been able to invent and re-invent themselves over time, often through technology, new business models and creative thinking.	From: IMD Views: 322 2 ratings
	Time: 03:34	More in Education

Finance for the Next Generation - IMD Professor Arturo Bris talks with today's youth

IMD — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:43:03 +0000

	Finance for the Next Generation - IMD Professor Arturo Bris talks with today's youth Partnering with Winford College in Amsterdam, IMD finance Professor Arturo Bris presents Finance for the Next Generation. Bris conducts a series of financial tests to see how well suited today's youth (and their parents) are for the finance profession. He concludes that we are living in a time of overconfidence and that tomorrow's generation must work hard to get ahead.	From: IMD Views: 414 2 ratings
	Time: 18:07	More in Education

The different sides of change - OWP 2012 with Prof. Büchel and Weeks

IMD — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:42:20 +0000

	The different sides of change - OWP 2012 with Prof. Büchel and Weeks link.imd.org - Business leaders face the challenge of implementing new strategies and leading the organization through change. It is a job that requires both different and sometimes conflicting skill sets: the hard-nosed approach focused on achieving results while at the same time picking up the signals of cultural shifts and undesired behaviors. This complexity is particularly visible when implementing new strategic initiatives that span functional, geographic and business unit boundaries. Throughout this stream, we will discuss different approaches to managing both the hard and soft side to execution and change. Business executives able to maneuver through difficult situations and able to govern towards the strategic vision have developed a capability that keeps them clear of the "danger zone".	From: IMD Views: 285 0 ratings
	Time: 02:44	More in Education

The power of China in the new world - OWP 2012 with Prof. Lehmann

IMD — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:26:29 +0000

	The power of China in the new world - OWP 2012 with Prof. Lehmann link.imd.org - In the turn of this century, Western global dominance of over five centuries is being brought to an end. We are in a new world; one in which China has emerged as a leading player. The world is changing, and China is changing. This session will assess the sources, trends and manifestations of Chinese power, with some emphasis on the implications arising from priorities laid out in the 12th five year plan.	From: IMD Views: 988 5 ratings
	Time: 03:29	More in Education

Leading the family business - OWP 2012 with Prof. Schwass

IMD — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:04:19 +0000

	Leading the family business - OWP 2012 with Prof. Schwass link.imd.org - Family businesses are highly complex structures. The overlap of family, ownership and business interests typically entails often destructive conflicts. This stream highlights a structured and integrative approach to these complexities, turning them into competitive advantages. Advanced lessons from winning family businesses of the IMD-Lombard Odier Global Family Business Award bring the strategies and governance structures alive and applicable to all generations of family businesses.	From: IMD Views: 228 0 ratings
	Time: 03:00	More in Education

Governance successes and failures around the world - OWP 2012 with Prof. Cossin

IMD — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:47:40 +0000

	Governance successes and failures around the world - OWP 2012 with Prof. Cossin link.imd.org - Boards are failing companies around the world. From the financial crisis to major disasters such as the BP Macondo field explosion or the Tepco nuclear disaster in Japan, boards are under stress. At the same time, the rise of economic, social and business complexity makes effective boards even more of a competitive advantage for well-tuned, well-managed companies, than was the case in the past. Today's CEO needs sparring partners to emulate the challenges he/she is confronting. And who else can do this but a strong, well-informed, well-connected board? We will look at examples of successes and failures around the world and analyze what makes some boards a liability while others become a true competitive asset.	From: IMD Views: 154 0 ratings
	Time: 02:33	More in Education