Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business
XED Institute

Strategic Thinking and Execution

Strategic Thinking and Execution


One-Day Classroom Program

Professors Sunder Kekre and Sunkee Lee

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Program Overview

Thriving in a world of constant change requires leaders to balance strategic vision with flawless execution. This one-day program, led by Professors Sunkee Lee and Sunder Kekre, empowers CXOs and senior leaders with actionable tools and insights to define and execute strategies with agility. Professor Lee will delve into Strategic Thinking, focusing on competitive tactics and frameworks for driving growth. Professor Kekre will guide participants through Strategy Execution, exploring how to build an environment that enhances team performance and drives implementation of strategic initiatives. This is your opportunity to strengthen your leadership toolkit and confidently navigate the challenges of today's dynamic business world.

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Strategic Thinking

  • →Agile business strategies to navigate uncertainty and drive growth
  • →Competitive tactics and strategic agility to stay ahead of the competition
  • →Actionable strategies for leading change

Strategy Execution

  • →Vision to execution; enhancing your team's ability to execute critical responsibilities
  • →Frameworks, tools, and measurement systems to guide strategic initiatives
  • →Identifying and managing risks that could derail strategy execution

Key Outcomes

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

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    Develop agile business strategies that help navigate uncertainty and drive sustainable growth.

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    Apply competitive tactics to continuously adjust and evolve your strategy in response to a dynamic market.

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    Design actionable strategies to lead change and build an adaptive organizational culture that thrives on transformation.

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    Leverage frameworks, tools, and measurement systems to monitor and optimize your strategic initiatives.

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    Strengthen your team's ability to execute strategic initiatives effectively, fostering an environment conducive to high performance.

Program Details

Date:

Date:

July 25, 2025

Time:

Time:

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM includes breakfast, lunch, and coffee

Program Fee:

Program Fee:

Available on request through our program advisors

Location:

Location:

MCA Club, BKC, Bandra East, Mumbai

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Faculty

Professor Sunder Kekre

Professor Sunder Kekre


Sunder Kekre is a distinguished figure at the Tepper School of Business, holding the esteemed Vasantrao Shrinivas Dempo Reflective Chair Professorship. Over the years, Kekre has climbed the academic ladder at Carnegie Mellon University, transitioning from an assistant professor to an associate professor with indefinite tenure, and ultimately to his current professorship. He earned his Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, and went on to acquire a Master of Science and Ph.D. from the University of Rochester.

Professor Sunkee Lee

Professor Sunkee Lee


Sunkee Lee is an Associate Professor of Organizational Theory and Strategy at the Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University. He teaches the core MBA strategy course and was honored with the George Leland Bach Teaching Award for Excellence in the Classroom in 2022, as selected by his students. Dr. Lee holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Korea University, an MBA from Seoul National University, and a Ph.D. in Strategy from INSEAD.

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