Columbia Business School
Program
Executive Program – Driving Strategic Impact II: Connecting & Changing Behavior
Timeframe
2016
Program Focus & Objectives
This advanced program builds on the foundations of structured problem-solving to equip senior leaders with tools for influencing behavior, aligning stakeholders, and implementing strategic change at scale. Drawing on behavioral science, communication theory, and leadership psychology, the program explores how to turn strategic intent into real-world impact.
Core Curriculum Highlights
- Translating difficult conversations into win–win outcomes
- Using storytelling to drive stakeholder alignment and overcome resistance
- Applying behavioral economics to influence change across teams and organizations
Key Skills and Takeaways
The program enhanced my capabilities in leading change initiatives by combining behavioral economics, persuasive storytelling, and stakeholder alignment techniques. It deepened my understanding of how to turn strategy into scalable action by shaping behaviors, building influence, and overcoming resistance—skills I’ve drawn on extensively in transformation-focused leadership roles.