Global C-Suite Program

Embrace global business leadership

Total Work Experience

    Starts On:

    September 24, 2025

    Duration:

    9 to 12 Months
    Online + On Campus

    Program Fee:

    US$22,000US$20,250

    Application Fee: US$200

    Payment Plan:

    Eligibility:

    A minimum of 10 years of work experience

    Tuition Fee Benefit: US$1,750

    This benefit is only available to participants who apply on or before August 13, 2025 at 04:59 AM

    Navigate global complexity as a visionary C-suite executive

    Accelerating transformation, intensifying market complexities, and the evolving priorities of global stakeholders are reshaping top-level leadership. Today’s C-suite leaders must balance cultural intelligence with strategic clarity, scale growth across diverse markets, and deliver results in an environment defined by constant change.

    The Global C-Suite Program from Wharton Executive Education empowers senior executives to lead with agility, an innovation-driven approach, and strategic foresight in a complex global business environment.

    Over 9 to 12 months, this multimodular program equips you to:

    • Manage complex alliances and strategic ecosystems
    • Build and inspire global teams to drive execution at scale
    • Anticipate emerging market demands and industry dynamics
    • Shape strategy through the lenses of leadership, culture, and talent
    • Balance the drivers of corporate value: growth, returns, and investments
    • Identify what factors help your organization gain and sustain competitive advantage

    Gain the strategic frameworks, leadership insights, and global network to become a trusted partner to your organization and a people-centered leader whose influence endures.

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    9- to 12-month program journey

    Gain advanced global leadership skills through core modules, electives, and reflection activities, focusing on business strategy, value creation, marketing strategy, and innovation.

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    Minimal time commitment

    Invest just three to five hours per week in a learning journey designed for working executives. Participate in video lectures, fireside chats, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions to strengthen your leadership impact.

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    Online and on-campus learning

    Learn online through dynamic self-paced and live sessions, including discussions and case analyses. Take advantage of an optional two-day on-campus networking event at the University of Pennsylvania campus for high-impact connections with faculty, peers, and industry leaders.

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    Short course

    Customize your learning experience with six-week online electives that align with your leadership goals and business context.

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    Capstone project

    Apply program insights to real-world strategic challenges through a guided capstone project. Develop an action plan for your organization with support from an assigned success coach.

    Learning Journey

    The Global C-Suite Program equips experienced executives to align global strategy with organizational growth. The program covers business ecosystems, value creation, global team management, and competitive positioning in dynamic markets. Executives gain the tools to lead strategic transformation and deliver sustained global impact.
    This executive leadership program features a curriculum reflecting global market challenges and opportunities. The 18-week core modules are followed by three six-week electives, enabling leaders to tailor their development journey and strengthen their global competencies.

    Certificate

    Earn a Wharton Executive Education digital certificate upon successful completion of the program. Alumni of the Global C-Suite Program get exclusive access to a wide range of professionals, events, and networking opportunities. Furthermore, you can also benefit from additional tuition assistance upon enrolling in future online programs from Wharton Executive Education.

    Note: After successful completion of the program, you will receive your verified digital certificate by email 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.

    Please also note that participation in the Global C-Suite Program (a) will not result in a degree from, alumni status with, or earned credit at the University of Pennsylvania or the Wharton School (or, to Wharton’s knowledge, any other institution), (b) will not be recorded on a University of Pennsylvania or Wharton transcript, and (c) does not guarantee or suggest that a participant will be admitted to the University of Pennsylvania, the Wharton School, or to any other university or institution.

    Establish valuable connections with your peers

    The Global C-Suite Program presents an exceptional opportunity for executives to build a global network of industry leaders. Through meaningful engagement with peers, you can expand your professional connections, gain diverse perspectives, and establish long-term relationships that support ongoing leadership growth.

    Build a global network of c-suite leaders

    Join a high-impact community of senior business leaders from around the world. The Global C-Suite Program facilitates meaningful peer engagement, allowing you to exchange insights, address shared challenges, and form enduring relationships that continue to support your leadership journey beyond the program.

    Live, interactive online sessions

    Participate in real-time discussions with your global cohort through scheduled live sessions. These interactive forums enhance learning, encourage collaborative problem solving, and enable consistent peer-to-peer connections throughout the program.

    On-campus networking opportunities

    Attend an optional two-day on-campus event at the University of Pennsylvania to build deeper connections with peers, engage directly with Wharton faculty, and connect with industry experts. This immersive experience strengthens cross-cohort engagement and expands your professional network for long-term impact.

    Pathway to earning Wharton alumni status

    Join a legacy of leadership

    For more than 135 years, Wharton has been shaping many of the world’s most influential business leaders. By completing the Global C-Suite Program and fulfilling additional criteria, you take the first step toward Wharton alumni status.

    Advance through the General Management Program

    Graduates of the Global C-Suite Program are eligible to apply for Wharton’s General Management Program (GMP) — an advanced and flexible learning journey designed to expand your leadership capabilities and sharpen strategic thinking.

    Earn credit toward your alumni pathway

    The Global C-Suite Program counts as one credit toward the six required to complete the GMP.

    Unlock alumni privileges

    Upon completing all six credits and meeting Wharton’s requirements, you may qualify to apply for alumni status and gain access to the global Wharton alumni network.

    Alumni benefits

    Once you attain Wharton alumni status, you’ll gain access to:

    • Membership opportunities with 77+ Wharton alumni clubs worldwide

    • Invitations to exclusive Wharton Global Alumni Forums

    • An official Wharton email address

    To learn more about the GMP and its requirements, visit the Wharton Executive Education homepage.

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    About Wharton

    In 1881, Joseph Wharton, an American industrialist and entrepreneur, founded the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, marking the establishment of the world’s first collegiate business school. A pioneer in its field, Wharton has long been at the forefront of innovation in business education. The school not only introduced the first MBA program in 1921 but also launched groundbreaking initiatives, including the nation’s first business school research center and, more recently, cutting-edge programs in alternative investments and neuroscience.

    As it continues to evolve, Wharton remains committed to shaping future business leaders, fostering transformative ideas, and setting new benchmarks in global business education. Its legacy is one of consistent adaptation to the changing needs of the business world, with an emphasis on equipping students with the skills to lead in an increasingly complex global economy.

    Program Faculty

    Martine Haas
    Martine Haas
    Lauder Chair Professor; Professor of Management, The Wharton School; Anthony L. Davis Director of the Joseph H. Lauder Institute for Management and International Studies, The University of Pennsylvania
    Exequiel (Zeke) Hernandez
    Exequiel (Zeke) Hernandez
    Max and Bernice Garchik Family Presidential Associate Professor, The Wharton School
    Michael Useem
    Michael Useem
    William and Jacalyn Egan Professor of Management; Director, Center for Leadership and Change Management; Editor, Wharton Leadership Digest, The Wharton School
    Emilie R. Feldman
    Emilie R. Feldman, PhD
    Michael L. Tarnopol Professor; Professor of Management, The Wharton School
    Gad Allon, PhD
    Gad Allon, PhD
    Jeffrey A. Keswin Professor; Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions, The Wharton School; Director of the Jerome Fisher Program in Management and Technology, The University of Pennsylvania
    Nicolaj Siggelkow, PhD
    Nicolaj Siggelkow, PhD
    Professor of Management; Co-Director, Mack Institute for Innovation Management, The Wharton School
    David Wessels, PhD
    David Wessels, PhD
    Adjunct Professor of Finance; Director of Executive Education, The Wharton School

    Success coach

    Success coach Melissa Graham
    Melissa Graham
    Success Coach

    Who is the program for?

    The Global C-Suite Program is ideal for:

    • Experienced executives preparing to transition from a regional to a global leadership role

    • Recent C-suite officers seeking to build momentum and make a greater impact

    • General managers managing business transitions and engaging with global and regional stakeholders

    • Executives and current C-suite officers in small- and medium-sized organizations aiming to accelerate their careers

    Participants are required to have: 

    • A minimum of 10 years of work experience

    • Fluency in written and spoken English

    Past Participant Profiles

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    Participant Testimonials

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    “I really appreciated how seamlessly the modules were structured—they built on one another to address the full spectrum of topics essential to C-suite leadership. The frameworks, real-world examples, and shared experiences were not only insightful but also highly applicable.”
    Vikram Devdas
    Director of Medical Technology, Providence Healthcare Ventures
    “The most valuable part of the program was its practical focus. The leadership concepts weren’t just theoretical—they came with actionable strategies and insights that I could immediately apply to my business.”
    Andrey Ubushiev
    Founder, Naaats Inc
    “What stood out to me was how relevant the content was to my current career phase. The timing of this program couldn’t have been better, and the applicability of the concepts made it a meaningful learning experience.”
    Fernanda Araujo
    Head of Marketing, Catho Online
    “The learning experience came alive through real-world case studies and curated reading materials. Discussing classic business strategies used by Honda, Amazon, Uber, GE, Netflix, and others made a lasting impression and deepened my understanding of strategic decision-making.”
    Koo Sok Mien
    APAC Marketing & Business Development VP, SoftBank Robotics Singapore Pte Ltd
    “The program cohort was exceptional, and the guidance from the program advisory team, especially Melissa and Amelia, was outstanding. The quality of materials and the overall experience exceeded my expectations.”
    Sreeram Kidambi
    Customer Success Director, Boomi LP

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    Connect with a Program Advisor for a 1:1 Session

    Our program advisors have helped senior executives across the world choose the right program for their career goals. Schedule a 1:1 to get a deeper understanding on why the Global C-Suite Program is the right fit for you.

    Email: wharton_gcsp@emeritus.org

    Phone: +1 561 486 7448 (U.S.) / +44 1135 191350 (U.K.) / +971 80 0088601095 (U.A.E.) / +52 55970 90243 (LATAM)

    Flexible payment options available.

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    Download the brochure

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