Directing Innovation

In partnership with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Directing Innovation provides participants with the tools and strategies to thrive as leaders in today’s increasingly complex STEM fields. 

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

• Foster a customer-centric mindset to drive innovation

• 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.