Focus On: Security

Security has moved to the top of both national agendas and corporate agendas. But how are companies organizing to protect themselves? How do they weigh the costs of increasing protection against the risks? How have these changes raised the demands of security leadership to a higher level?

Two faculty members from our Enterprise Risk Management program examine the challenges of weighing and responding to diverse risks across the organization. How can organizations respond without overreacting? The director of ASIS, the leading security industry association, considers the impact of rising concern about security on careers in this area.

Finally, we are pleased to share our first interview with incoming Vice Dean Jonathan Spector, exploring his insights on changes in education, technology, and globalization, as well as a new way to think about a continuum of executive development.

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Thought Leaders
Taking a Broader View of Executive Development

In his first interview with E-Buzz, Jonathan Spector, Wharton’s newly appointed Vice Dean of Executive Education, says it is time to take a broader view of executive development beyond custom and open-enrollment programs. He also offers first impressions on e-learning and opportunities in Asia. More

In the Classroom
Strategies for Addressing Terrorism and Other Enterprise Risks

The September 11 attacks raised awareness of the many risks facing companies. But how can these risks best be assessed and addressed? Academic co-directors of Wharton’s new Enterprise Risk Management program offer insights. More

Custom Programs
Job Security

Even before 9/11, the stature and pay for corporate security leaders were rising — as were the demand for business knowledge. In the past 3 years, these changes have only accelerated, and Wharton has created a new executive program to meet this need. More

Education à la Carte
Increase Your Job Security

In a rapidly changing world, job security comes from the skills and knowledge that you can offer an organization. Wharton offers diverse programs that can strengthen your competencies in critical business areas. Among our upcoming programs are:

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New Programs:

Wharton Executive Coaching Workshop: Building Partnerships To Drive Performance
Jan. 30, 2004–Feb. 4, 2005
Philadelphia

Wharton/IMVP Global Automotive Program: Dynamic Strategy and Leadership
Feb. 7–11, 2005
Philadelphia

Enterprise Risk Management: Creating Corporate Value
Feb. 23–25, 2005
Philadelphia

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