Senior executives who are setting the business direction for their organizations have unique needs and challenges. Directing Innovation guides participants to delve into and articulate their unique leadership vision.
With that vision in place, it becomes possible to more authentically and consistently influence decision-making with both internal and external partners.
Women who attend Directing Innovation are engineers and innovators developing new, cutting-edge products and driving transformation within the fields of science, technology and engineering.
Key Takeaways
By the end of this program participants will be equipped to:
- Make strategic decisions with agility in the face of uncertainty
- Articulate purpose as the catalyst for extraordinary outcomes
- Increase global dexterity and build relationships across cultures
- Strengthen collaboration and team culture
- Build resiliency and help teams avoid burnout
Ongoing Benefits
All participants in the Directing Innovation Program receive access to post-program networking and learning opportunities.
The Smith Exec Ed Program Experience
Smith Exec Ed programs are engaging, interactive learning experiences. Before, during, and after the live learning sessions, participants connect with peers and faculty and are provided with tools to apply their takeaways to key goals.
- Participants are provided with resources to set goals, identify key takeaways, and apply the learning objectives to their specific roles and real-world business challenges.
- Sessions are facilitated by world-class faculty from leading business schools.
- An interactive course website provides participants with pre-work, session materials, post-session resources (i.e. book recommendations) and discussion boards.
- Post-program, participants continue to foster relationships and increase learnings with a dedicated Accountability Partner and in monthly Networking Circles.
Sets business direction and has experience driving innovation and leading teams.
Joy McGaugh email: jmcgaugh@smith.edu phone: +1-413-585-2798