BE AN EMBA FOR A DAY: Digital Transformation 2-3 July

BE AN EMBA FOR A DAY: Digital Transformation 2-3 July

BE AN EMBA FOR A DAY: Digital Transformation 2-3 July

Digital Trasformation

 

When: 2-3 July 2022

Where: USI Executive Center, Blue Room

Professor: Gianvito Lanzolla

COURSE DESCRIPTION AND GOALS

Digital transformation is about adapting businesses to a “new normal”. As digital technology, society and businesses co-evolve into this “new normal”, creating multiple levels of change and uncertainty, business leaders must think thoroughly about their business models and the new drivers of value creation and value capturing.

Through this immersive programme you will:

  • Develop a systematic understanding of the opportunities and challenges related to the “new normal” enabled by digital technology diffusion;
  • Develop a systematic understanding of the strategic trade-offs to build a digital transformation roadmap;
  • Develop a systematic understanding of the role of AI in business models;
  • Develop a systematic understanding of the key leadership, cultural and organizational hurdles to make the transformation happen;
  • Reflect on the personal leadership traits required to lead the digital transformation;
  • Sharpen the skills to make the digital transformation happen.

Conceptual and practical understanding will be developed through interactive lectures, cases, several videos, and applied workshops.

Come join us at the Executive Center 2-3 July 2022

Limited places, book now at emba@usi.ch

 


Gianvito Lanzolla

Gianvito Lanzolla is Professor of Strategy at Bayess Business School ( formerly Cass Business School) City University London, which he joined in April 2006.

He currently serves as the Head of the Faculty of Management and he is the Founder and Director of the Cass’s Digital Leadership Research Centre (DLRC).

Before joining Cass Business School, Professor Lanzolla served on the faculty of the London Business School.

Over the years, Professor Lanzolla has had several visiting appointments at leading business schools including Hyderabad’s Indian School of Business, Berlin’s ESMT and University of Bologna.

 

USI EMBA meets UBS, 10.06

USI EMBA meets UBS, 10.06

USI EMBA meets UBS, 10.06

Friday 10 June

Agenda:

– 18:00, (Digital) Strategy @UBS Switzerland
  Speech by Luca Pedrotti, Managing Director & Regional Director of UBS Ticino
– 19:00, EMBA Presentation, Open Day
Zoom Link:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/62801758697
Meeting ID: 628 0175 8697
Passcode: 123

– 19:30, Networking Aperitivo

Guest Speaker: Luca Pedrotti

(Digital) Strategy @UBS Switzerland
An insight into UBS’ strategic priorities and how Switzerland’s leading Universal Bank is driving transformation

Managing Director & Regional Director of UBS Ticino

Luca Pedrotti began his banking career in 1989 as an intern at UBS.
Throughout his working career, he has held various management positions within different segments and markets, both on international and domestic platforms, such as the Southern Business Unit (which includes Italy, France, Benelux, Greece, Former Yugoslavia, Romania and Bulgaria).
In 2012 he moved to the Emerging Markets Business Area, heading Israel, Turkey, Greece and Africa.
Luca holds a European degree in Financial Analysis and Wealth management and an Executive Master of Business Administration in Management and Finance.
Prior to becoming a banker, Luca was a professional soccer player. Since 2015 Luca has been Regional Director of UBS Ticino and a member of the Management Committee WM CH, as well as the Swiss Regions Committee.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


USI EMBA Open Day 

USI EMBA opens its doors for a complete presentation of its new program.
This is an opportunity to learn about the master, application requirements, and details regarding financial aid and scholarships.
Meet current students, the faculty, EMBA team and alumni.
USI EMBA gives you the right tools to take your career to the next level.

In today’s world, entrepreneurs and executives must face two new factors that affect political and economic environments, alter social relations and deeply impact businesses, their operations and their processes:
Digital Revolution: The advent of big data, machine learning, and new technologies require new organizational approaches and competencies.
Sustainability: The need to create and maintain a sustainable society for future generations must be an integral part of a successful business strategy.

THE  WEEKEND FORMAT

1 course per month
3 days:
1 day self-learning
2 days Saturday and Sunday, in Lugano

Book your place: emba@usi.ch

WIN AN EMBA FULL SCHOLARSHIP: PARTICIPATE IN BOLDBRAIN, A STARTUP CHALLENGE

WIN AN EMBA FULL SCHOLARSHIP: PARTICIPATE IN BOLDBRAIN, A STARTUP CHALLENGE

WIN AN EMBA FULL SCHOLARSHIP: PARTICIPATE IN BOLDBRAIN, A STARTUP CHALLENGE

Boldbrain challenge

Ever think to turn into a reality your great idea?

Participate at Boldbrain Startup Challenge and win a USI EMBA scholarship!

Boldbrain Startup Challenge: a new Swiss accelerator for innovative projects which born from the evolution of the StartCup Ticino.
Organized by Agire Foundation and the USI Start-Up Center, it is aimed as a support to 20 start-up companies, with a three-month training course that allows them to assume an identity and to continue with their business plans.

1st place: CHF 40’000 cash
 
– CHF 52’000.– scholarship for the Executive Master in Business Administration USI
– CHF 5’000.– voucher from Bar & Karrer
– CHF 1’500.– coaching voucher from Connect Switzerland
– 2 days of advice from yourCFO
– CHF 300.– voucher from IPI for an half-day assisted patent search

Applications for the 5th edition of the Boldbrain Startup Challenge are now open. The accelerator is intended for startups or early-stage ideas, of an innovative nature, regardless of the sector of activity. Applications from abroad are admitted provided that the promoters intend to develop their idea in Ticino. Applications for the program can be submitted until July 15th, 11.50 PM. To learn more about the program, the commitment required and the conditions of admission, you can directly consult this site, from which you can also download the Regulations and sign up for the InfoDay that will be held on June 2nd at the Lido Conca D’Oro Lugano-Paradiso.
The final event of the program is a celebratory moment that will allow the 10 finalists to present their project in front of a heterogeneous audience. Since 2019, the popular jury will also decree a 6th prize among the 10 finalists.
If permitted, the event will be organized in the Theatre of Palazzo dei Congressi in Lugano, in the presence of the political authorities, representatives of sponsor and other important representatives of the Ticino business world. We will start at 7:00 PM and after the celebrations, at about 9:00 PM, you will be our guests for a rich aperitif.
The Ceremony will take place on December 13, 2022, with doors opening from 6.15 pm to allow for control formalities.

Official Boldbrain website: http://boldbrain.ch/

Lugano: Press conference. In the picture from right:  Stefano Rizzi (Director of Department of Finance and Economy) Barbara Vannin (Project Manager Fondazione Agire), Alcide Barberis (Director Centro Promozione Start-up CP Start-UP ), e Fiorenza Trento ( Fondazione Agire, coordinator of communication). © Ti-Press / Francesca Agosta 

 

Creativity, management and innovation: the Zanotti case

Creativity, management and innovation: the Zanotti case

Creativity, management and innovation: the Zanotti case

Special Keynote Speaker: Jenny Zanotti

When: 20 May at 17:30, streaming on Zoom from Executive Center, USI

Jenny Zanotti, Corporate Director, Giuseppe Zanotti “How to put creativity in order in a fashion company?”
Without creativity there is no innovation, but it’s essential to maintain order through skillful management.

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI S.p.A.

For almost a quarter of a century, Giuseppe Zanotti has mesmerized the worlds of fashion, music and entertainment with his signature mix of Italian allure and contemporary glamour. What began with a collection of perfectly balanced, gorgeously embellished heels has grown into one of the premiere luxury houses. From the red carpet to the runway to the street, his shoes are coveted by women the world over for their modern femininity.
Initially began as a footwear brand, nowadays Zanotti also offers small leather goods, handbags and more recently, ready-to-wear (which Zanotti likes to refer to as “leather-to-wear”)

Jenny Zanotti

Graduated in 2002 in Economics and Management at University of Bologna, with a MA in Business at Trinity College in Dublin. Her core competences are related to general management, organization and distribution in the fashion and luxury industry.
Serving as Retail and Ecommerce Director of Giuseppe Zanotti from 2010 to 2017, she managed to develop the retail and ecommerce business during a period of great expansion, supervising store openings in Italy, Spain, France, UK, Germany, USA and Middle East, while moving the  website in-house in 2015 and finally integrating it with the retail.
Since 2017, she is Corporate Director of Zanotti, overseeing Finance and Control, HR, Organization and IT at group level.

Zoom Link

https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/67014304469

Meeting ID: 670 1430 4469
Passcode: 123

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Book your place: emba@usi.ch

JENNY ZANOTTI KEYNOTE SPEECH AND BE AN EMBA FOR A DAY – MAY

JENNY ZANOTTI KEYNOTE SPEECH AND BE AN EMBA FOR A DAY – MAY

JENNY ZANOTTI KEYNOTE SPEECH AND BE AN EMBA FOR A DAY – MAY

Come and spend a day at the Executive Center and discover our Executive MBA course.

Take advantage of this opportunity to experience an exceptional taste of the program, to discover the campus, the Executive Center, to get to know the professors and EMBA team.

Special Keynote Speaker: 

When: 20 May (17:30)

Jenny Zanotti, Corporate Director, Giuseppe Zanotti  “How to put creativity in order in luxury”

Course: OPERATION MANAGEMENT

When: 21, 22 May 2022 (08:30 – 17:30)

Where: USI, Executive Center, Via Giuseppe Buffi 13,6900 Lugano

Professor Paulo Gonçalves

Professor of Operations Management at USI.
PhD (MIT Sloan), M. Sc. (MIT), M. Sc. (USP), B. Sc. (ITA).

Course Description

During this session, your managerial skills will be tested through challenging questions regarding operational management issues applied to real world situations. You shouldn’t be scared though, as it will turn into a funny and stimulating experience, thanks to an interesting simulation on management education created by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The game is top secret… however we can tell you that beer will be part of it. If you would like to know the rest… come and discover it for yourself.

This course addresses the management of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. It introduces the concepts and techniques related to the design, planning, control, and improvement of manufacturing and service operations. Operations Management is a vast subject and several possible topics could be covered in class, emphasis will be placed on practical tools that can aid decision-making.

Program overview and structure

First day:

1. Operations role in competitive advantage
2. Process design
3. Demand forecasting
4. Capacity management

Second day:

1. Inventory management
2. Supply chain management
3. Supply chain design

Book your place: emba@usi.ch

DUBAI 2022 – EMBA opens your mind to the world

DUBAI 2022 – EMBA opens your mind to the world

DUBAI 2022 – EMBA opens your mind to the world

DUBAI 2022: Entrepreneurship Course

Dubai is one of the fastest growing economies in the world and has a reputation for being a forward-thinking and visionary city.
Expo 2020 Dubai will be a great occasion to create, innovate and collaborate.

Dubai is a global hub for financial services, logistics, tourism, hospitality, and trade, and is steadily growing other sectors including healthcare, technology and clean energy.

The USI EMBA international module is the perfect opportunity for our students to get inspired by the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit of the city. Our USI Executive MBA is not only about formal lectures, project development, testimonials by leading managers; it is also about experience.

This is the purpose of this three-day Study Tour in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 13 to 15 March 2022.

Entrepreneurship course

The theme of the course is Entrepreneurship. Students will be guided in writing a business plan for a start-up in one of the following areas:
a) Digital economy.
b) Sustainable economy

Programme Overview & Structure

1. From a business idea to a business plan
2. Market analysis and marketing plan
3. Industry and competition analysis
4. Entry strategy and competitive strategy
5. Building digital organisation
6. Financial simulations and Valuation
7. Risk assessment and risk mitigation
8. Exit strategies

Professor Gianluca Colombo

Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship.

Director Executive MBA

Dean of the Faculty of Economics

Former Head of the Department of Management

He is member of the SMS (Strategic Management Society), the AIMS (Association Internationale de Management Stratégique), the EURAM – European Academy of management), the SDS (System Dynamics Society).

His field of research are: Merger & Acquisitions, Family Business, System thinking and complexity in management, Logic and rhetoric of strategic conversation.