Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford
OXFORD SAÏD: ‘10,000 SMALL BUSINESSES’ BEGINS THIS FALL
Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford has partnered with Goldman Sachs to deliver the 10,000 Small Businesses UK program aimed at supporting the growth of small businesses across the country. This custom program provides entrepreneurs with tools and resources to scale their businesses. The twice-a-year program has helped thousands of small business owners since its inception, all free of charge to participants.
The next round begins in September.
10,000 Small Businesses UK program is fully funded by Goldman Sachs, and is designed to address the unique challenges faced by small businesses. Participants will explore leadership, financial management, marketing, and other topics through intensive workshops, coaching, and peer learning. The program also emphasizes the importance of innovation and resilience in today’s rapidly changing business environment.
A key feature of the program is its focus on real-world application. Participants work on developing a tailored growth plan for their businesses, which they can implement immediately.
King’s College of London
AVIVA FUNDS FREE IFA TRAINING ON SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENTS AT KING’S COLLEGE
King’s Business School of King’s College London is offering a free exec ed program for independent financial advisors on sustainable investments. The program is funded by Aviva Investors, an asset management company in the UK, Ireland, and Canada.
Sustainability is increasingly prioritized in financial planning, and advisors must be able to provide clients with informed advice aligning with both their financial and non-financial goals.
In July 2023, UK’s Financial Conduct Authority introduced a new Consumer Duty which includes revised advice standards required by financial advisors. By 2026, advisors will be required to consider clients’ non-financial objectives, such as sustainability, in their financial planning recommendations. The new standards aim to enhance the integrity of financial advice and prevent greenwashing—a practice where investments are falsely marketed as environmentally friendly.
The online, 13-hour program will be delivered online in a self-paced format. It will launch on September 30. Applications are open through September 16.
Participants will learn to assess and integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into their investment strategies through case studies and expert-led discussions.
This new program represents a significant step forward in advancing sustainable finance education at King’s Business School.
IMD, in Lausanne, Switzerland. IMD photo
IMD LAUNCHES NEW SUSTAINABLE STRATEGY EXEC ED COURSE
IMD Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland, has launched a new executive education program designed to help leaders integrate sustainability into their business strategies. “Integrating Sustainability into Strategy,” targets senior executives providing tools and frameworks to embed sustainability at the core of their organizations.
Execs will explore how sustainability can drive innovation and competitive advantage through case studies, interactive workshops, and discussions with industry experts.Topics include sustainable finance, circular economy principles, and stakeholder engagement with a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical applications.
IMD’s program is designed to empower senior executives across industries to make decisions that are not only beneficial to their organizations but also to society and the environment. The school emphasizes that integrating sustainability into strategy is no longer optional but a necessity for long-term success.
The 2 ½ day program will be delivered in-person at IMD’s Lausanne campus with an additional 15 hours delivered online. Cost is CHF 5,900 (~ $6890) and starts on November 13. It can be applied to IMD’s Executive Certificate in Sustainable Business.
IESE Business School in Barcelona, Spain
IESE LAUNCHES CERTIFICATE IN AI & DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
IESE Business School in Barcelona, Spain, has introduced a new executive Certificate in AI & Digital Transformation. The program will take a maximum of two years and is flexible to work with schedules of busy executives.
Participants will select one of five applicable IESE’s focused exec ed programs on AI, such as AI for Executives, and then choose three of 12 new specialization sprints according to their specific career goals. These modules cover a range of topics from cybersecurity to blockchain, Industry 4.0 to data-driven pricing.
With the increasing importance of AI and digital technologies in business, this program aims to provide leaders with the knowledge and tools to drive transformation within their organizations.
The certificate also emphasizes the integration of AI and digital technologies into business strategies, preparing leaders to harness these innovations for competitive advantage.
DON’T MISS: THE TENURE PROJECT: INCREASING THE NUMBER OF BLACK, HISPANIC & INDIGENOUS B-SCHOOL FACULTY and THE SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION: ISABELA DEL ALCÁZAR
