Global CEO

Program
A transformational journey
Executive Education

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 “The business landscape is changing
at the speed of thought, which
means we have to look at the world
and ourselves through a new set of lenses. 
GCP participants represent a diverse range
of industries and backgrounds, which creates
a rich forum for debate and peer support.  
The result is a collaborative environment fueled
by disruptive  and empathetic thinking.”
 
Steve Shiffman
CEO
Calvin Klein

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Expand your
global reach
As a senior leader, you map out your
company’s course, chart its strategy and
foster a culture guided by clear objectives
and a shared mission.

Today’s global, interconnected world calls

for senior leaders who are uniquely attuned
to the economic currents and market shifts
that could advance — or undermine — their
firm’s long-term sustainability.
Module 1
The Global CEO Program has been China Europe International
designed and developed for leaders like Business School (CEIBS)
Shanghai, China
you. It will enhance your strategic vision November 11-16, 2018
and equip you with new tools to better Module 2
navigate disruptive trends that could The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
impact your business. Philadelphia, USA
March 10-15, 2019
By merging the expertise of three top
Module 3
business schools and three global venues, IESE Business School
the program delivers a singular learning Barcelona, Spain
June 3-7, 2019
experience like no other.

The The The The

journey experience know-how results
Expand Your Global Vision Exclusively Designed Practical, Just-in-Time Address a Real Business
and Reach for Senior Leaders Knowledge Challenge

The GCP includes three
one-week residential modules
on three continents: Asia,
North America and Europe.
Expand your network and
learn from top-level peers in
an invigorating multicultural
forum.
The case method, interactive
lectures, workshops, group
discussions, study groups and
CEO panels will all stimulate
actionable insights that you can
immediately apply at work.
Analyze a business challenge
specific to your organization and
gain invaluable feedback and
support from expert peers.

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A powerful
alliance
The Global CEO Program is led by three
world-renowned business schools: IESE
Business School, the Wharton School
and China Europe International Business
School (CEIBS). Participants gain new
insights under the guidance of expert
faculty members who work on three
continents.
China Europe International
Business School (CEIBS)
CEIBS was established in 1994 as a non-
profit joint venture under the auspices
of the European Commission and the
Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic
Cooperation (now called The Ministry of
Commerce). Headquartered in Shanghai,
CEIBS also has campuses in Beijing,
Shenzhen and Zurich, as well as facilities
in Accra, Ghana. It is China’s leading
business school and globally recognized
in Financial Times rankings.
Global CEO Program
The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
Founded in 1881, the Wharton School
of the University of Pennsylvania is
renowned for its intellectual leadership
and ongoing innovation across
every major discipline of business
education. The school has a broad
global community that includes 5,000
undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA
and doctoral students; more than 9,000
participants in executive education
programs annually, and a powerful
alumni network of 94,000 graduates.
IESE Business School
University of Navarra
IESE is consistently ranked among the
world’s leading business schools. With
campuses in New York City, Barcelona,
Madrid, Munich, and Sao Paulo, the
school seeks to develop global business
leaders with a spirit of service and a
desire to make the world a better place.
The school’s alumni network includes
45,000 graduates in more than 100
countries.
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Shanghai, China

Philadelphia, USA

Barcelona, Spain

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Global exposure
for a global
impact
Insightful and energizing modules in
Shanghai, Philadelphia and Barcelona
will give you a stronger grasp of the
issues facing your company.

Module

I
Asia
China Europe
International Business
School (CEIBS),
Shanghai, China
November 11-16, 2018

Learning Cornerstones

1 2 3 4
Integrative Innovation Decision Change
thinking mindset analysis agents
Chart your company’s future Think like an entrepreneur to Heighten your decision- Drive change in your
and establish its long-term identify relevant trends and making skills in information- organization to improve
course within a global better leverage technology, scarce scenarios. systems, processes and
context. resources and talent. outcomes.

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 Module Module

II III
North America Europe
The Wharton School, IESE Business School,
University of Pennsylvania, Barcelona, Spain
Philadelphia, USA
June 3-7, 2019
March 10-15, 2019

5 6 7 8
Communication Negotiate & Self- Governance
influence management
Clearly articulate and Balance the needs of your Lead with integrity by Build a legacy to ensure your
communicate your corporate stakeholders, from investors listening and learning from organization’s long-term
mission, and ensure that to employees and customers. the world around you. sustainability.
it underscores everything
you do.

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A program for
globally minded
executives
The GCP is designed for top-tier business
leaders including board members,
C-suite executives, presidents and chief
decision makers. Participants have an
average of 20 years of experience in
senior management roles, and reflect a
diversity of sectors, profiles and cultural
backgrounds.

Typical roles include:

• Board Member
• President
• Owner
• CEO
• Chief Operating Officer
• Chief Financial Officer
• Chief Marketing Officer
• Chief Technology Officer

Company profiles from previous editions:

Category Company size Region

78% 22% 54% 35% 11% 35% 18% 17% 15% 10% 5%

Corporations Owners Large Medium Small Europe Asia & North Central Africa Middle
Oceania America & South East
America

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Participant profile Past participants include: (by Nationality)

45+
North America:
CEO Calvin Klein (United States)
President Stryker Corporation (United States)
EVP Black & Veatch Corporation (United States)

CEO Impact Equity (Canada)

Nationalities Central & South America:

CEO Walmart Latin America, UK & Africa (Chile)
GM Grupo Bimbo South America (Colombia)

51
MD Kraft Heinz Southeast Asia (Brazil)
CEO Volkswagen Latin America
& Caribbean (Argentina)

Europe:
CEO Carrefour Turkey (France)
CEO VTB Capital (Russia)

Average Age
President Unilever (Spain)

EVP Airbus (Germany)
President Hasbro International (Netherlands)

15%
Middle East:
CEO EQUATE Petrochemical Co. (Kuwait)

COO Chalhoub Group (Syria)
SVP Saudi Telecom (Saudi Arabia)

Africa:
Women MD Nation Media Group (Kenya)
Group CEO Industrial
Development Corporation (Zambia)
CEO First Bank of Nigeria (Nigeria)

35
Asia/ Oceania:
CEO Flexigroup (Australia)
CFO Paragon (Philippines)
CEO Greenko Group (India)
VP Prudential (Japan)
CEO Tatua (New Zealand)
Average Class Size

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“The attraction of the program is the
chance to meet so many different
people from different industries and
regions. You learn so much from the
questions you are asked. And from
the insights that your peers provide.
It’s a truly enriching experience.”

Olusola David-Bohra
Chief Executive: Africa Regions
Standard Bank
South Africa

“The Global CEO was an investment

in my future that helped me analyze
issues from a new perspective. I
highly recommend the program,
especially for executives who lead
businesses that seek to transform or
transition their scope of operations.”

Syed Safawi
CEO
Viom Networks
India

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Admissions
process

Applications Fee

Applications are accepted throughout the year,
but should be received no later than two
months before the start date.
The Admissions Committee, comprised of
representatives from IESE, Wharton and CEIBS,
thoroughly reviews all applications. Due to
class-size constraints and the need to maintain
a balanced mix of professional profiles, it is
possible that even highly qualified applicants
may not be admitted.
The program fee of $46,000 includes tuition,
academic materials, accommodation and most
meals. Travel expenses to Shanghai,
Philadelphia and Barcelona are not included.
A deposit of $10,000 is required upon admission
in order to reserve a seat in the program and full
payment is due by October 11, 2018.
Cancellations received within 30 days of the
program start date are subject to a 25% fee.

Candidates can apply online at:

www.iese.edu/gcp

Get in touch with us today and discover

how the GCP can transform your future.

Luis F. Casas David Heckman Angela Tian

Program Co-Director Program Co-Director
IESE Business School The Wharton School
165 W. 57th Street University of Pennsylvania
New York, NY 10019-2201, USA 255 South 38th Street
Tel.: +1 646 346 8827 Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
lcasas@iese.edu Tel.: +1 215 573 0867
www.iese.edu/gcp heckmand@wharton.upenn.edu
www.executiveeducation.
wharton.upenn.edu
Program Co-Director
China Europe International
Business School (CEIBS)
699 Hongfeng Road
Pudong, Shanghai 201206
P.R. of China
Tel.: +86 21 2890 5302
tangela@ceibs.edu
www.ceibs.edu/execed

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 IESE Business School The Wharton School CEIBS
NEW YORK CITY University of Pennsylvania SHANGHAI
165 West 57th Street PHILADELPHIA 699 Hongfeng Road
New York, NY 10019 USA 255 South 38th Street Pudong, Shanghai 201206
Tel.: +1 646 346 8850 Philadelphia, PA 19104 USA P.R.C.
www.iese.edu/gcp Tel.: +1 215 573 0867 Tel.: +86 21 2890 5890
www.executiveeducation. www.ceibs.edu/execed
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