UCL School of Management recently hosted the second day of a three-day executive education programme organised by Umbria Business School (UBS) in London. This exclusive programme, titled “Leading Through Disruption: Agile Strategies, AI, and the Evolution of Work,” brought together managers and entrepreneurs from Italy, equipping them with innovative tools and insights to navigate the challenges of modern business.

Immersion in Disruption, Innovation, and Future trends

During their time at UCL, participants engaged in a series of impactful sessions led by renowned faculty members:

• Innovation and Disruption: Dr. Maya Cara delivered an engaging session exploring how organisations can leverage innovation to secure a competitive edge while mitigating market disruptions.
• Agile Strategic Management: Professor Paolo Taticchi introduced participants to practical frameworks and tools to foster agility in strategic planning, enabling them to respond effectively to disruptive challenges.
• The Future of Work: Adam Kingl offered insights into evolving leadership paradigms and organisational designs necessary for success in the digital era.
• AI and Organisational Change: Dr. Bart Vanneste led an in-depth discussion on artificial intelligence, its transformative potential, and its practical applications for driving innovation within organisations.

The day at UCL exemplified the institution’s ability to balance academic rigour with real-world application, ensuring that participants left with actionable strategies and a renewed perspective on disruption and innovation.

Professor Paolo Taticchi, Programme Director

“It was an honour to host the Umbria Business School cohort at UCL. Our sessions were designed to challenge conventional thinking and provide participants with the tools needed to navigate disruption with confidence and creativity. Collaborating with UBS is a testament to UCL’s commitment to empowering leaders in an ever-changing world,” said Professor Paolo Taticchi, Programme Director & School Deputy Director for Executive Education.

Riccardo Stefanelli, President of Umbria Business School

“Partnering with UCL has been instrumental in elevating the learning experience for our participants. The insights shared by UCL faculty have equipped our leaders with the knowledge and inspiration to embrace innovation and drive meaningful change in their organisations.”

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