Presidio Exec Brochure

Executive Program in Sustainable Management July – November 2008

Sustainability may seem like the new buzzword — but smart senior managers and executives are eager to explore real ideas for creating sustainable companies and enhancing profitability. Presidio School of Management, a proven leader in the field with its groundbreaking MBA program, has created an executive program to meet the specific needs of senior professionals. Tuition $14,000 (includes classes, materials and books) Application Deadline Early Registration: March 31, 2008 Final Registration: May 23, 2008 Class Schedule July 10–12 August 15–16 Our program is designed to provide a true competitive advantage: Participants will gain a deep perspective on what makes a sustainable business, as well as practical skills and insights on

September 12–13 October 10–11 November 7–8

how to shift a corporate culture, take realistic steps toward lasting

Location

change, win over skeptics, and apply sustainable principles to

Classes are held 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day of the session

benefit both the bottom line and society.

at the offices of our sponsoring partner, the Law Firm of

Modeled after our MBA program in Sustainable Management,

Hanson Bridgett, located at 425 Market Street, San Francisco.

the Presidio Executive Program integrates sustainability into every aspect of the curriculum. Participants are encouraged to tackle specific business challenges and are required to complete a project or action plan that addresses an opportunity or problem within their organization. Through coursework and hands-on learning, graduates will gain expertise at implementing sustainable practices that result in market leadership and enhanced bottomline business value.

We are pleased to offer the Executive Program in Sustainable Management with sponsoring partner Hanson Bridgett, a 130-attorney firm with offices in San Francisco, the North Bay and

Our Executive Sustainable Management Program takes place

Sacramento. Presidio partnered with Hanson

over five months in San Francisco. Classes meet for two days

Bridgett because of their commitment to helping

per month (Friday and Saturday) starting in July 2008. In between

companies and investors in clean tech and

sessions, participants will engage with faculty and colleagues in a

sustainable business be successful.

rich, collaborative online environment.

www.hansonbridgett.com

Learn more about our programs by visiting www.presidioMBA.org or call (415) 561-6555. Presidio School of Management is an affiliate of Alliant International University. Printed on 100% PCW RECYCLED paper.

Executive Program in Sustainable Management Overview

A New Kind of Business Expertise

Prospective Participants

Taught at a graduate level, Executive Sustainable Management

Executive Program participants will be selected by invitation.

Program graduates will:

Qualified applicants will be executives or high potential managers

· Understand frameworks of sustainable management and how

who are in or advancing into positions of leadership within their

they’re applied in business · Be able to position themselves as experts and have the highlevel skills to implement sustainable practices · Move beyond environmental performance to address the economic, leadership and social capital aspects of sustainability · Complete a project or action plan to be implemented in their organizations · Become members of a highly engaged community of business leaders and sustainability experts · Receive a Certificate in Sustainable Management Specific Tools and Skills Gained · Financial analysis of sustainability in the context of ecological and social principles · Ability to make the business case for sustainability — both conceptually and quantitatively · Cutting-edge assessment tools and metrics to identify and enhance shareholder value beyond profit · Use of competitive analysis, scenario planning and branding tools to position sustainability within organizations · Knowledge of exemplary solutions-based business models, including how to deliver sustainable products and services

organizations. We highly encourage teams of participants from within the same company or department to enroll and work collaboratively through the program. Prerequisites · Minimum of 10 years professional experience in positions of increasing responsibility · Working knowledge of business concepts, including financial literacy · Proficiency in English Application Process · Completed Application Form · Resume or Professional CV · Two Letters of Recommendation (at least one letter from a current employer or partner verifying the candidate’s professional achievement and organizational responsibility) · Purpose Statement: a written description of a challenge, idea or project that you are interested in exploring through your participation in the Executive Program (maximum 800 words) We encourage applicants to apply as early as possible to avoid the wait list. Group rates are available for organizations with two or more participants.

· Skills to engage and create opportunities with external stakeholders, including investors, partners, government agencies and communities

Learn more about our programs by visiting www.presidioMBA.org or call (415) 561-6555. Presidio School of Management is an affiliate of Alliant International University. Printed on 100% PCW RECYCLED paper.