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    Competing on Business Analytics and Big Data

    Competing on Business Analytics and Big Data
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    Both challenges and opportunities are presented by the explosion in big data.

    John A. Deighton
    Faculty Cochair
    Karim R. Lakhani
    Faculty Cochair
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    Leadership topic image, Baker Library frieze and shield, HBS campus

    Both challenges and opportunities are presented by the explosion in big data.

    John A. Deighton
    Faculty Cochair
    Karim R. Lakhani
    Faculty Cochair
    Read More
    Need Help? Contact Us:
    Program Advising team
    Email: executive_education@hbs.edu

    Summary

    Companies across the globe are collecting huge volumes of data about their customers, operations, and performance—but data alone won't deliver competitive advantage. This big data analytics program explores the strategic opportunities presented by the explosion in data, and enables you to harness the power of big data to transform your company. You will acquire a firm grounding in data analytics and practical strategies for implementing data-focused initiatives that create and capture more value.

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    Summary

    Companies across the globe are collecting huge volumes of data about their customers, operations, and performance—but data alone won't deliver competitive advantage. This big data analytics program explores the strategic opportunities presented by the explosion in data, and enables you to harness the power of big data to transform your company. You will acquire a firm grounding in data analytics and practical strategies for implementing data-focused initiatives that create and capture more value.

    Key Benefits
    To lead a digital transformation, you need to move data and analytics from the periphery of your organization to its center. This program guides you through that process, offering frameworks for developing data-savvy teams, breakthrough business models, and decision-making processes that create competitive advantage. You will learn how to build essential data collection and analysis capabilities that enable your company to improve operational efficiency and seize new market opportunities.

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    Apply big data and analytics to reshape your business model and operationsApply big data and analytics to reshape your business model and operations
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    • Draw on big data to inform your organization's long-term strategies
    • Use experimentation and predictive analysis to improve your business
    • Recruit and develop data-savvy talent who can take your company's data perspectives to the next level
    • Integrate algorithms and data analytics teams into decision-making processes and key functions across the organization, such as marketing, supply chain, human resources, and more
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    • Extend your network by living and working with accomplished executives from various backgrounds, industries, and countries across the globe
    • Build relationships with a diverse group of peers who can provide wide-ranging insights into your business challenges and career decisions

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    To lead a digital transformation, you need to move data and analytics from the periphery of your organization to its center. This program guides you through that process, offering frameworks for developing data-savvy teams, breakthrough business models, and decision-making processes that create competitive advantage. You will learn how to build essential data collection and analysis capabilities that enable your company to improve operational efficiency and seize new market opportunities.
    Details

    Apply big data and analytics to reshape your business model and operations

    • Draw on big data to inform your organization's long-term strategies
    • Use experimentation and predictive analysis to improve your business
    • Recruit and develop data-savvy talent who can take your company's data perspectives to the next level
    • Integrate algorithms and data analytics teams into decision-making processes and key functions across the organization, such as marketing, supply chain, human resources, and more

    Expand your personal and professional network

    • Extend your network by living and working with accomplished executives from various backgrounds, industries, and countries across the globe
    • Build relationships with a diverse group of peers who can provide wide-ranging insights into your business challenges and career decisions

    Who Should Attend

    • Senior managers who want to refine their skills in strategic data management and fact-based decision-making
    • Digital officers, technology officers, and individuals building and launching data science teams
    • Senior managers in marketing, supply chain, information technology, human resources, talent management, product development, operations, and other strategy-related functions
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    Working Knowledge
    Companies Love Big Data but Lack Strategy
    Insights from Harvard faculty on how to use big data effectively.
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    We Celebrate New Ways of Thinking. Are You Ready?
    Thrive in a learning environment that welcomes diverse ideas and perspectives.
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    Who Should Attend

    • Senior managers who want to refine their skills in strategic data management and fact-based decision-making
    • Digital officers, technology officers, and individuals building and launching data science teams
    • Senior managers in marketing, supply chain, information technology, human resources, talent management, product development, operations, and other strategy-related functions
    Dive Deeper into the Experience
    Working Knowledge
    Companies Love Big Data but Lack Strategy
    Insights from Harvard faculty on how to use big data effectively.
    Learn More
    Play video
    Play video
    We Celebrate New Ways of Thinking. Are You Ready?
    Thrive in a learning environment that welcomes diverse ideas and perspectives.
    Watch the VideoWatch the Video
    Play video
    Play video
    Discover more about business. And yourself.
    Global perspectives > Leadership growth > Organizational impact.
    Watch the VideoWatch the Video

    Learning and Living at HBS

    When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.

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    Learning and Living at HBS

    When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.

    Admissions Criteria and Process

    We admit candidates to specific sessions on a rolling, space-available basis, and encourage you to apply as early as possible. Although most programs have no formal educational requirements, admission is a selective process based on your professional achievement and organizational responsibilities.
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    Answering Your Questions

    Our Program Advising team can help you at any stage of the admissions process—starting with identifying the program that best addresses your learning and development goals. Contact a program advisor via email or call 1.800.427.5577 (outside the U.S., call +1.617.495.6555).

    Application Submission

    We recommend that you apply at least four weeks before the program start date. You may use our online form or download an application. HBS maintains all application information in strict confidentiality. We acknowledge receipt of applications via email. In the unlikely event that you do not receive an acknowledgment, please email us at exed_admissions@hbs.edu or call us at +1.617.495.6226.

    Application Review

    To optimize the learning experience and maximize the exchange of ideas, our Admissions Committee makes selections that balance each participant's experience, scope of current responsibilities, and type of organization. HBS seeks candidates who reflect a broad range of industries, functions, countries, and backgrounds. We review applications monthly and will contact you via email with the Admissions Committee's decision.

    Fee, Payment, and Cancellations

    The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals. No payment is necessary until you have been accepted. Payment is required prior to the program start date. If you need to cancel or defer participation, you must submit your request in writing more than 30 days before the start of the program to receive a full refund. Cancellations or deferrals received 14 to 30 days prior to the start of the program are subject to a fee of one-half of the program fee. Requests received within 14 days are subject to full payment.

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    Admissions Criteria and Process Dropdown down

    We admit candidates to specific sessions on a rolling, space-available basis, and encourage you to apply as early as possible. Although most programs have no formal educational requirements, admission is a selective process based on your professional achievement and organizational responsibilities.

    Answering Your Questions

    Our Program Advising team can help you at any stage of the admissions process—starting with identifying the program that best addresses your learning and development goals. Contact a program advisor via email or call 1.800.427.5577 (outside the U.S., call +1.617.495.6555).

    Application Submission

    We recommend that you apply at least four weeks before the program start date. You may use our online form or download an application. HBS maintains all application information in strict confidentiality. We acknowledge receipt of applications via email. In the unlikely event that you do not receive an acknowledgment, please email us at exed_admissions@hbs.edu or call us at +1.617.495.6226.

    Application Review

    To optimize the learning experience and maximize the exchange of ideas, our Admissions Committee makes selections that balance each participant's experience, scope of current responsibilities, and type of organization. HBS seeks candidates who reflect a broad range of industries, functions, countries, and backgrounds. We review applications monthly and will contact you via email with the Admissions Committee's decision.

    Fee, Payment, and Cancellations

    The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals. No payment is necessary until you have been accepted. Payment is required prior to the program start date. If you need to cancel or defer participation, you must submit your request in writing more than 30 days before the start of the program to receive a full refund. Cancellations or deferrals received 14 to 30 days prior to the start of the program are subject to a fee of one-half of the program fee. Requests received within 14 days are subject to full payment.
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    Program content, dates, fees, and faculty are subject to change. In accordance with Harvard University policy, Harvard Business School does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, veteran status, or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities.
    Leadership topic image, Baker Library frieze and shield, HBS campus

    Both challenges and opportunities are presented by the explosion in big data.

    John A. Deighton
    Faculty Cochair
    Karim R. Lakhani
    Faculty Cochair
    Read More
    Apply
    Download Brochure
    Program Finder
    Need Help? Contact Us:
    Program Advising team
    Email: executive_education@hbs.edu
    Leadership topic image, Baker Library frieze and shield, HBS campus

    Both challenges and opportunities are presented by the explosion in big data.

    John A. Deighton
    Faculty Cochair
    Karim R. Lakhani
    Faculty Cochair
    Read More
    Need Help? Contact Us:
    Program Advising team
    Email: executive_education@hbs.edu
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