Future of Work: Leading Modern Workplaces
Are You Prepared to Lead the Workforce of Tomorrow?
Modern workplaces have been undergoing significant transformations and the pace of change has been accelerated by developments in the new decade. Technological advancements and globalization have caused significant shifts in worldwide labor trends, leading to an increasingly global and mobile workforce. As the labor-technology equilibrium evolves, organizations must keep in line with the change and empower employees to address skills gaps and meaningfully integrate technology in their work lives.
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Key Takeaways
Wharton’s Future of Work program is designed to provide senior business leaders and HR professionals with a reliable framework to successfully navigate changes in modern workplaces. This program will enable you to:
Discover trends at the workplace and in the labor market that you may be overlooking
Analyze the eight forces affecting the current state of work and forecast their potential impact on your organization
Conceptualize your existing or forthcoming strategies to harness the talents of a global and mobile workforce
Consider how to view immigration as a business strategy and not simply as a political topic
Identify the pitfalls, challenges, and emerging solutions for putting AI into practice
Program Modules
This program has been designed to provide senior leaders and HR professionals with the necessary understanding of the realities of today’s workplaces. The program addresses the factors that impact the labor market and paints a broad picture of the technological and social changes that are causing the workplace revolution.
Trends in the Future of Work - Final Project Proposal
In the final project you will develop a proposal to reimagine the current state of work in your organization based on an identified opportunity for improvement through the lens of one of the eight major forces discussed in the program. This project will help summarize the course learnings in a practical, specific manner, allowing you to walk away with a tangible plan to present to your colleagues/organization.
Program Experience
LIVE OFFICE HOURS
FIRESIDE CHAT
INDUSTRY EXAMPLES
ASSIGNMENTS
POLLS
REFLECTIONS
DISCUSSION BOARDS
Industry Examples
Faculty
Certificate
Upon successful completion of the program, you will earn a digital certificate of completion from the Wharton School.
Note: After successful completion of the online program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Wharton School.
This online certificate program does not grant academic credit or a degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
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Financing Options
US$2,600
US$2,314
Enroll before June 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM and get upto 11% tuition assistance.
First Payment Of
US$896
Receive US$250
For each referral when you invite colleagues to the program.
Upskill with a program from a top university
Leverage cohort-based learning, for high completion rates
Flexible Payment Options Available
TOTAL FEE
US$2,488
Immediate - First Payment:
US$896
Many organizations have historically sponsored their employees for our executive education programs. Please check with your employer if they can cover your fee. We can assist you with the necessary documentation and support.
Preparing Your Pitch
If you require company approval, we offer a customizable email template that you can use to show how the program will contribute to your growth.
Invoice Requirements
An invoice will be issued to you after payment. If you require any customization, our advisory team can assist you.
Part/Full Sponsorship
Our advisors are here to support you throughout the reimbursement process, whether your company covers the fee fully or partially.
Additional Questions
Should your employer require specific information to approve your reimbursement, our advisory team is well-equipped to help you.
FAQs
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Starts On July 22, 2025