Geopolitics and Strategy

Developing a Proactive Geopolitical Strategy for Executives
Short
Program

Build Resilience and Drive Success with a Proactive Geopolitical Strategy

Geopolitical shifts are increasingly shaping the environment in which companies operate and make strategic decisions. For senior executives and board members, understanding the complex relationship between global geopolitical trends and corporate strategy has therefore become essential. This seminar helps participants identify geopolitical risks, explore new opportunities, and develop resilient organizational structures. Combining expert-led presentations with interactive case studies and strategy workshops, the two-day program provides practical insights and tools to navigate and respond to a shifting geopolitical landscape effectively.

Target Group

This seminar is designed for senior executives, business leaders and board members seeking to understand the complex relationship between geopolitical developments and corporate strategy to navigate geopolitical challenges in their strategic decision-making.

Duration

  • On-Campus: 2 days

  • Self-Study: 3 – 5h

On-Campus Modules

  • May 27 – 28, 2027

Next Start Date

  • 27. Mai 2027

Registration Deadline

  • 20. Mai 2027

Details

Location:
St.Gallen

Language:
English

Costs:
CHF 2’900

ECTS-Points:
1

Graduation:
Confirmation of participation

Overview of Topics

Understanding the Geopolitical Landscape

  • Analyze global power shifts and economic realignment
  • Assess geopolitical risks for corporate decision-making
  • Align business strategy with international developments

Managing Risks in a Fractured World

  • Assess political instability, sanctions, and resource nationalism
  • Evaluate the impact of trade fragmentation and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) realignment

  • Manage critical resources and talent shortages

Building a Proactive Geopolitical Strategy

  • Identify growth opportunities amid geopolitical shifts
  • Understand the evolving role of CEOs as diplomatic leaders
  • Develop actionable response plans for emerging geopolitical scenarios

  • Build adaptive and secure supply chains

Leveraging Technology and Future Trends

  • Address data weaponization, cybersecurity, and intellectual property concerns
  • Understand technology competition and the global AI race
  • Prepare organizations for technological and geopolitical competition

Your Practical Benefits

You gain a comprehensive understanding of current geopolitical dynamics.

You develop practical skills to assess and manage geopolitical risks.

You learn to identify new market opportunities in a changing world.

You strengthen your corporate resilience and supply chain security.

You strengthen your leadership capabilities to navigate political complexities.

You build networks with experts and peers for ongoing strategic support.

Participant Profile

+25 years
work experience
45 – 65 years
age
+15
number of industries
+90%
senior management

Registration

3 good reasons for your participation

  • Receive valuable impulses for the development of a proactive geopolitical strategy.

  • Network with exciting peers and discuss solutions for your specific challenges.

  • Give your career an extra kick with a worldwide recognized executive education from the University of St.Gallen.

Are you interested?

Then sign up for the executive education program “Geopolitics and Strategy”.

We look forward to your registration!

Contact
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Döne Bajraktaraj

Döne Bajraktaraj

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