Leading in a Technology Driven World: New Paradigms and the New Normal
January 30, 2021
9:00 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.
February 6, 2021
9:00 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual, Live Online
Leading in a Technology Driven World: New Paradigms and the New Normal is a live online program—developed exclusively for UCLA Anderson alumni—to prepare managers to lead organizations through transformational change accelerated by tech-enabled innovation and our changing environment.
2021's program is updated for our current environment:
- Virtual delivery is easy to access: Participate in our program from anywhere in the world and convenience of your home.
- Shortened program enables flexibility: Maximize learning with less virtual fatigue through two, 3-hour sessions.
- Increased focus on the new normal: Explore new paradigms shaped by ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and racial inequities.
Program Overview
Day 1 | Saturday, January 30, 2021
Technology and New Leadership Paradigms in a New Normal
Terry Kramer, Adjunct Professor of Decisions, Operations and Technology Management; Faculty Director, Easton Technology Management Center
Case Analysis: Bayer Crop Science
Terry Kramer, Adjunct Professor of Decisions, Operations and Technology Management; Faculty Director, Easton Technology Management Center
Fireside Chat with Marni Walden, Former EVP and COO, Verizon Wireless
Day 2 | Saturday, February 6, 2021
The Role of AI and Data in Product Creation, New Normal and Business Success
Keith Chen, Associate Professor of Economics
Fireside Chat with Gordon Ho, Founder, Xpertainment; Former CMO, Princess Cruises
Program Summary + Key Takeaways
Terry Kramer, Adjunct Professor of Decisions, Operations and Technology Management; Faculty Director, Easton Technology Management Center
Lecturers & Speakers
Learning Outcomes
Identify role of tech-enabled innovations across consumer & enterprise applications:
- New capabilities for data, AR/VR, artificial intelligence, machine learning, etc.
- Key trends for product creation, service innovation and business success
- Examination of industries being disrupted
Recognize what continues to be "true" about role of tech and leadership:
- Disruptive innovations for disruptors & established enterprises
- Principles of customer adoption
- Role of innovation in rapid adoption
- Importance of data vs hardware, network effects, rapid scaling, etc.
Understand what is new in our environment and impact of multiple factors:
- COVID-19 pandemic
- Ongoing racial injustices and inequities
- Change in "place" for shopping, entertainment, etc.
- Broader role of tech in society
Determine current and future leadership imperatives:
- Transformative effects of tech
- "Mental map" to assess new normal
- Differing decision-making skill requirements
- Demands of expanding CEO role and changes for people strategies
Program Fee
$200
Get up to speed on the leadership priorities to manage and thrive through transformational change through a mix of academic, industry and peer insights.
2 faculty lectures;
2 industry speakers
4 pre-assignments;
1 case analysis
Interactive role play, breakout groups, discussions
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Have questions? Contact execed@anderson.ucla.edu for more information.
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