On June 8, 2023, Professor Thomas Patterson, the Director of the AIWS Leadership Program and a renowned Harvard professor and Global Enlightenment Leader, unveiled the program during a special event organized by the Hai Duong Government in Vietnam. The occasion marked the launch of the New Information Gateway of Hai Duong and engage Hai Duong to the Global Enlightenment Mountain, a new Silicon Valley aimed at connecting the United States, Japan, India, and Europe to foster the Age of Global Enlightenment.
Equipping Leaders to Navigate the Challenges and Opportunities of the Digital Age, the AIWS Leadership Program is designed to empower leaders with the visionary, knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the digital age, focusing on the groundbreaking concept of “Remaking the World – Toward an Age of Global Enlightenment.”
Addressing the Challenges of the Digital Age In today’s world, digital disruption is not a temporary phenomenon but a permanent characteristic. To leverage the potential opportunities it presents, organizations must establish a strong foundation for adapting to digital changes effectively.
Key Benefits For senior leaders: Acquire fresh strategic insights and leadership skills essential for navigating the Digital Age. This program enables you to lead change, foster innovation, leverage disruptive transformations, think comprehensively, motivate employees, and expand your organization’s capabilities.
For emerging leaders: Evaluate your leadership strengths and weaknesses, broaden your understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and tools defining the Digital Age, and accelerate your personal growth as a high-performing leader.
Unique Features of the Program What sets the AIWS Leadership Program apart from others is its diverse panel of presenters who represent various institutions and organizations. These experts, hailing from esteemed establishments such as Harvard, MIT, Stanford, as well as from business and government sectors, have been carefully selected for their status as top thought leaders in their respective fields. Their expertise ensures a comprehensive understanding of the ideas and technologies that will shape our digital future.
Moreover, the program’s holistic approach to leadership in the digital age distinguishes it from traditional executive education programs. While most programs focus on specific aspects like marketing, the AIWS Leadership Program recognizes that digital technology permeates all areas within and between organizations. Effective leadership in the Digital Age demands a comprehensive, team-oriented perspective.
Co-hosted by the Hai Duong Government, the AIWS Leadership Program for Vietnam will also feature a special session highlighting the esteemed leadership lessons of great Vietnamese leaders such as Tran Nhan Tong, Tran Hung Dao, and Nguyen Trai.
Harvard Professor Thomas Patterson