About this course
We face a perfect storm at the intersection of climate change, energy crisis, resource scarcity, and economic restructuring. Business-as-usual is no longer an option. This course introduces you to the great business transition that is underway. We explore frameworks and concepts, key topics, and dilemmas, along with case study insights, on how leading companies are developing strategies that harness new opportunities, and deliver significant business impacts, while meeting the great challenges of our time.
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Faculty
Adrian Mongan
FacultyMaster’s in Economics (International Macroeconomics), UW Madison, Wisconsin. Master’s in Economics (International Trade), University College Dublin, Ireland. Worked in multinational conglomerates for over 10 years with roles as company macroeconomist, strategy director, and in strategic communication. Experienced university lecturer in international trade, macroeconomics, and microeconomics. With DIS since 2019.
Amanda Lapadat-Nordström
FacultyM.I.B (Queen’s University Canada, 2010). Bachelors (Business Administration, Honours, Wilfrid Laurier University, 2007). Consultant and Co-Founder, Do Business Nordic, 2020- Present. Commercial Manager Sweden, MG Real Estate, 2020-2022. FDI and Business Development Advisor, Invest in Skåne, 2017-2020. Trade Advisor, The Trade Council, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denmark in Canada, 2013-2017. Trade Journalist, Global Business Reports, 2011-2013. Strategic Communications Consultant, Kreab Worldwide London, 2010-2011. Global Program Coordinator, Blackberry (RIM), 2007-2009. With DIS since 2023.