CKGSB Emerging Tech Management Week: Silicon Valley – Berkeley
Overview
A 7-day program in UC Berkeley jointly developed and delivered by CKGSB and UC Berkeley College of Engineering to help global participants capitalize on opportunities brought by new technologies that are shaping the future business landscape.
Who should Apply?
- •Managers/Directors seeking to optimize their innovation mindset
- •Professionals and business owners aiming to remain at the forefront of cutting-edge innovation
- •Venture investors focused on tech sector opportunities
- •Executive-level business candidates
- •Government professionals responsible for promoting innovation among their constituents
Program Highlights
7 days full of unparalleled real-world tech insights
Hear from academic and industry leaders in Blockchain, AI, Robotics, Virtual Reality, Augmented Cognition, etc. Become adept at identifying the latest tech trends and learn how to discern the hype from what's commercially viable.
Exclusive Company Visits to Tech Powerhouses
Embark on guided visits to thriving VCs and pioneering tech companies including Tesla and the largest accelerator, Y Combinator. Witness firsthand how they scout, develop, implement, and benefit from innovation. Refresh your transformation and innovation strategies, and learn how to smartly invest or attract investment.
Group Projects Mentored by Silicon Valley Industry Leaders
Elevate your learning with mentoring from influential leaders who have spearheaded innovations. Gain expertise in applying effective innovation mindsets and frameworks to drive tangible impact within your organization.
VIP access to 2023 Innovation Conference of DECODE
Engage with a global cohort of accomplished peers, benefitting from diverse perspectives and meaningful exchanges.
Graduation Ceremony in Napa Valley
Culminate your transformative experience with an unforgettable celebration in Napa Valley. Learn from top ESG practitioners and gain valuable insights into best practices.
Program Agenda
November 5th, Sunday
Pre-program welcome and networking reception at Berkeley Faculty Club
November 6th – 10th, Monday – Friday
Immersive learning on campus, including interactive presentations. Topics cover the latest on AI/ML: Robotics; Web 3.0, Sustainability and BioTech along with management insights on designing and leading sustainable change. Days include afternoon reception for reviewing content, networking and project collaboration.
Half Day offsite visits to leading Silicon Valley companies
for e.g. Google, Lime, Unity Technologies, Y Combinator, Tesla
November 10th Friday afternoon
Closing keynotes and Pitch Review
November 11th Saturday
Offsite visit to Napa Valley for agri/sustainability tour, luncheon and certificate ceremony
Program Faculty
XIANG Bing
Founding Dean, Professor of China Business and Globalization, CKGSB
SUN Baohong
Dean's Distinguished Chair, Professor of Marketing, Associate Dean for Americas, CKGSB
Ikhlaq Sidhu
Dean of the School of Science and Technology, IE University
Tsu-Jae Liu
Dean, UC Berkeley College of Engineering
Pieter Abbeel
Professor and Director of the Berkeley Robot Learning Lab, UC Berkeley Co-Founder, President and Chief Scientist, Covariant
Zack Kass
Head of GTM, Open AI
Lars Moravy
VP of Vehicle Engineering, Tesla
Adam Cheyer
Co-founder, Siri Inc
Rich Lyons
Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Professor & Former Dean
Ion Stoica
Professor of Computer Science Division, UC Berkeley
Express your interest to enroll
Please fill out the form below for self or group nominations. Our Program Manager will reach out to you shortly to take your inquiry forward. Thank you.