C-SUITE LEADERS

PROGRAM—INDIA
Transform your business and lead with impact
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Drive business growth in an era of disruption
I​ n this era of rapid change, organizations in India are grappling with the impact of an array of factors, including
disruptive technologies, reputational risk, rising interest rates, and inflation. As India continues to be one of the
largest-growing economies in the world, navigating both short-term hurdles and long-term growth ambitions
requires business leaders who act with courage, agility, authenticity, and self-awareness.

​ hile exhibiting resilience, senior executives remain realistic about the challenges that lie ahead. They recognize the
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need to reduce profit margins and costs, boost productivity, and diversify supply chains. At the same time, they are
focused on driving expansion through strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions, digital transformation, and
strong employee value propositions for retaining top talent.

The six-month C-Suite Leaders Program—India from Wharton Executive Education helps senior executives look
ahead to the future, using data and innovation to create value and unlock new pathways for growth. This
transformative program is designed by world-renowned Wharton faculty who are at the cutting edge of technology
and business. It offers a unique opportunity for business leaders to acquire advanced skills, rethink strategies, and
lead by example to keep their organizations at the forefront of progress.

You will benefit from a highly interactive learning journey that builds upon online and live online sessions with
in-person teaching and networking for an impactful holistic experience. Through insights gleaned from Wharton's
distinguished faculty, guest speakers, and high-achieving peers, this program will empower you to excel as a
visionary yet grounded leader with a global perspective.

72% 67%
of CEOs in India are placing more capital of India CEOs are adjusting supply
investment in buying new technology compared chains to mitigate exposure to
to 56% of CEOs doing the same globally. geopolitical conflict.

Source: KPMG India CEO Outlook Source: PwC 26th CEO Survey

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What you will learn

The program will enable you to:

Analyze organizational value and readiness to scale, recognizing the drivers of corporate value and their trade-offs
Evaluate the strategic implications of competitor actions, and gain insights into the role of acquisitions, alliances,
and divestitures in creating greater shareholder value
Establish a strong leadership presence, build credibility, and inspire and influence others within your organization

Cultivate a strategic mindset to set actionable goals and gain a competitive advantage

Lead organizational transformation in the face of digital disruption, and foster a culture of innovation to
future-proof your organization

Strategically consider networking opportunities and establish genuine connections that can yield long-term
benefits and potential partnerships
Customize your communication style and message to engage your audience and advance your leadership agenda

Gain genuine connections with senior executives across sectors, and leverage immense learning opportunities
and potential partnerships

Operating in an interconnected world where the economic climate

is increasingly volatile and uncertain presents a dual imperative for
business leaders to overcome these obstacles while reinventing
their organizations for the future. This balancing act presents an
opportunity to demonstrate purposeful leadership, collaborate
within ecosystems, and catalyze innovation and transformation.
The Wharton Executive Education C-Suite Leaders Program—India
is delivered in a blended format that emphasizes online, live online,
and in-person learning to prepare participants to lead their
organizations to ever greater success.

Harbir Singh, PhD

Academic Director for the C-Suite Leaders Program—India ; Mack Professor; Professor of Management;
Co-Director, Mack Institute for Innovation Management; Faculty Director for the Huntsman Program,
The Wharton School

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Program highlights
Blended learning journey
Balance your busy work schedule
with an effective learning journey,
leveraging the best of online and
in-person formats.
Global learning
Benefit from a comprehensive curriculum
that is tailored to the Indian context and
delivered by a top global business school.
Holistic modular format
Engage in a stimulating mix of online,
live online, and in-person modules.
Peer learning
Interact with like-minded executives
from India, and share perspectives
on leadership.
Exclusive LinkedIn group
Join more than 1,000 executives across
programs, and gain access to meet-ups
and networking events.
On-campus immersion
and networking
Meet peers from multiple cohorts,
industry experts, and faculty during three
days of on-campus networking and
one day of off-site activity.
Live sessions
Experience live online and in-person
sessions with faculty, course leader,
and guest speakers.
World-renowned faculty
Learn from renowned Wharton
faculty who are at the cutting edge of
strategic leadership and innovation.
Hands-on learning
Explore case studies and try-it activities
to reflect on program concepts.
Wharton India Economic Forum
Receive an invitation to attend this
prestigious gathering of business and
thought leaders.
C-suite spotlight
Watch live interviews with esteemed
C-suite leaders and alumni of the Wharton
School every fortnight over four months.
Pathway to alumni status
Following the successful completion of
the program and subsequent open-
enrollment programs, subject to further
qualification criteria and additional
tuition, you have a pathway to apply for
Wharton alumni status.
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Curriculum

The C-Suite Leaders Program—India is expertly crafted to develop you into a well-rounded leader equipped with the
necessary mindset and knowledge to maximize your personal potential and organization’s success. You will learn
through a combination of interactive online sessions, in-person lectures led by Wharton faculty in India (Mumbai)
and the United States, relevant case studies, and guest speakers who are accomplished C-suite leaders in India and
alumni of the Wharton School. You will emerge ready to embrace change and design a future-thinking organization
that thrives in an evolving business landscape.

Live online — virtual launch session (60 mins)

Module 1: Strategic Thinking and Leadership (4 days | May 30–June 2, 2024 |

in person — Mumbai)
Consider business strategy from various lenses, including leadership, organizational culture, and industry
trends. Direct interaction with Wharton faculty and peers throughout this module will enrich your learning with
meaningful discussions and encourage you to think differently to succeed as a leader. This module will be
conducted in person in Mumbai, India.

Think and Act Strategically Decide Decisively

Sources of Competitive Advantage Take Charge and Lead Change
Creating and Sustaining Competitive Advantage Build Your Team of Teams
Strategic Alliances: Partnering Strategy and Leadership
The Foundations of Leadership Leader’s Checklist
Motivate and Align the Troops

Module 2: Executing Growth Strategy (six weeks | online)

Explore approaches for driving growth and delivering sustainable results that meet your organization's goals and
objectives. By understanding your organization’s growth potential and making informed decisions for expansion,
you will optimize resources and increase value for shareholders.

Diversifying and Consolidating Corporate Scope Metrics

Modes of Growth The Link Between Corporate Strategy and Intrinsic Value
Scaling Corporate Strategy and Value Creation

Note: Live sessions are with faculty/course leader.

Module 3: Executive Presence and Influence (six weeks | online and live online)
Understand the critical principles of effective leadership, and develop your executive presence into meaningful
influence. Through the strategic application of persuasive techniques, you will be prepared to meet the
demands of an increasingly challenging business environment and realize your vision as a leader.

Informal Influence Cultivating Informal Networks​

Leading with Persuasive Communication A Framework for Persuasion
Strengthening Your Leadership Presence​ Persuasively Communicating Your Vision and Strategy

Note: Live sessions are with faculty/course leader.

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 Module 4: Immersion and Networking Event (three days on campus + one day off site |
Nov 13–16, 2024 | Philadelphia)
Meet your cohort peers and faculty in person on the Wharton Executive Education campus in Philadelphia for a
three-day immersive learning experience and networking event and one day of immersive off-site activity. In
addition to the learning sessions, the module will include post-program reflection, consolidation, and action
planning. Engage in structured networking activities with your peers, industry executives, and faculty to create a
lifelong community of global executives. The off-site event will enable you to engage in peer bonding activities
and experiences, enhancing your cultural competence, team dynamics, and global awareness. Harness the unique
opportunity to connect and learn not only with your cohort but also with a select group of high-caliber executives
from programs in other regions.

Case study examples

The program utilizes real-world case studies to provide a wide-ranging look at how leaders and organizations
are addressing strategic challenges.

Heidi Roizen, executive and venture capitalist Catalant: the future of work?
Learn to build and leverage professional Make business expansion decisions, including
relationships. pitching strategic vision to investors.

Sérgio Vieira de Mello, UN diplomat in East Timor Johnson & Johnson and General Electric
Examine useful tools for pushing an agenda and Understand the scope for diversifying and
types of power. consolidating through divestitures.

Pfizer’s acquisition of Warner–Lambert K2 mountain climbing and Montana forest fire

Explore synergies in mergers and acquisitions. Communicate vision and strategy to teams.

Executive peer-coaching circles

The executive peer group is a key aspect of the program that fosters structured, confidential conversations
among classmates. These online coaching sessions, managed by Emeritus, cover a range of pertinent topics,
from business and leadership challenges to career opportunities. You will acquire tools and approaches
designed to enhance emotional intelligence and leadership proficiency. Moreover, you will become part of a
cohesive learning community and form enduring professional relationships with like-minded peers.

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 Meet the faculty
Recognized for their breadth and depth of knowledge, Wharton’s world-renowned faculty will prepare you to tackle
complex business issues with effective solutions. You will leverage their insights and domain expertise to better
understand your business in the current climate and apply your learnings to your organization and personal growth.

Harbir Singh, PhD

Academic Director for the C-Suite Leaders Program—India ; Mack Professor; Professor of
Management; Co-Director, Mack Institute for Innovation Management; Faculty Director for
the Huntsman Program, The Wharton School

Harbir Singh is renowned for his influential research that explores how organizations can develop
world-class capabilities and sustainable competitive advantage. His work focuses on strategic
leadership; growth and innovation via alliances and acquisitions, and the evolution of competitive
strategy. He is the recipient of multiple awards, including the 2018 Wharton Teaching Excellence
Award and the 2020 Strategic Management Society CK Prahalad Award for Scholarly Impact on
Practice. In addition, he is the academic director of several of Wharton’s open-enrollment executive
programs, has served as a vice dean for global initiatives at the Wharton School, and teaches and
directs numerous customized programs for organizations and associations around the world.

Gad Allon, PhD Emilie Feldman, PhD

Jeffrey A. Keswin Professor; Professor of Michael L. Tarnopol Professor;
Operations, Information and Decisions; Professor of Management,
Director of the Jerome Fisher Program in The Wharton School
Management & Technology,
The Wharton School

Exequiel Hernandez, PhD Cade Massey, PhD

Max and Bernice Garchik Family Practice Professor; Faculty Co-Director,
Presidential Associate Professor of Wharton People Analytics
Management, The Wharton School

Michael Useem, PhD David Wessels, PhD

William and Jacalyn Egan Professor
Emeritus of Management; Faculty Director,
Center for Leadership and McNulty
Leadership Program, The Wharton School,
University of Pennsylvania
Adjunct Full Professor of Finance,
Director, Wharton Executive Education,
The Wharton School

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Who is it for?

The C-Suite Leaders Program—India is ideal for business leaders in the region who are
seeking to grow their businesses and organizations. This can include current C-suite
executives wanting to augment their strategic leadership skills with innovative thinking
and C-suite aspirants looking to acquire executive leadership capabilities.

It is particularly beneficial for:

Senior-level executives and general managers seeking to enhance
their impact within their organizations
Entrepreneurs who lead their own organization
Emerging leaders looking to accelerate their impact

Participants are required to have:

A minimum of 10 years' work experience
Fluency in written and spoken English

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Certificate

Earn a Wharton Executive Education digital certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants of
the program get exclusive access to a wide range of professionals, events, and networking opportunities. You can
also benefit from additional tuition assistance upon enrolling in further online electives from Wharton Executive
Education.

Note: After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering
for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Wharton School.

Please also note that participation in the C-Suite Leaders Program—India (a) will not result in a degree from, alumni status with, or earned credit
at the University of Pennsylvania or the Wharton School (or, to Wharton’s knowledge, any other institution), (b) will not be recorded on a
University of Pennsylvania or Wharton transcript; and (c) does not guarantee or suggest that a participant will be admitted to the University of
Pennsylvania, the Wharton School, or to any other university or institution.

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Pathway to Wharton alumni status
For more than 135 years, Wharton has been the place where visionaries, inventors, and trailblazers get their start.
After completing the C-Suite Leaders Program—India and subsequent open-enrollment programs, subject to further
qualification criteria and additional tuition, you have a pathway to apply for Wharton alumni status.

Executives who successfully complete the C-Suite Leaders Program—India have the option of applying to the General
Management Program (GMP). The GMP provides further opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and business
acumen with a flexible curriculum. The C-Suite Leaders Program—India provides one credit toward the six required to
complete the GMP and earn alumni status. More details on the GMP are available at Wharton Executive Education.

Upon qualifying for Wharton alumni status, you will be eligible to receive:
Full access to become a member of 77+ Wharton alumni clubs
Invitations to attend future Wharton global alumni forums
A Wharton email address

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Application details
To apply to the program, please access and complete the online application form.

Round Deadline Application fees

Round 1 February 27, 2024 US$200

Round 2 March 19, 2024 US$200

Round 3 April 10, 2024 US$200

Round 4 April 30, 2024 US$200

Program fee: US$24,000

Inclusions: Teaching fees, all academic materials, access to online coursework, and meals and accommodations for the
in-person module in India
Exclusions: Accommodation for the four-day immersion in the United States, travel expenses (domestic, international,
visa fee, and more), and other expenses not specifically mentioned in the fees
Please note: Upon admission to the program, the application fee amount will be deducted from the total program fee. To secure their place in the program,
admitted candidates are required to pay 20 percent of the remaining program fee immediately upon acceptance.

Please also note that participation in the C-Suite Leaders Program—India (a) will not result in a degree from, alumni
status with, or earned credit at the University of Pennsylvania or the Wharton School (or, to Wharton’s knowledge,
any other institution), (b) will not be recorded on a University of Pennsylvania or Wharton transcript; and (c) does not
guarantee or suggest that a participant will be admitted to the University of Pennsylvania, the Wharton School, or to
any other university or institution.

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