BANGKOK IN-PERSON INFORMATION SESSION AND SAMPLE CLASS: “CLIMATE RISKS FOR COMPANIES”


 

You are invited to join the Bangkok in-person information session of the World’s No.1 Executive MBA Program, where you will

  • learn about our Unique Program Design;
  • discover how our World-Class Program will help you achieve your career goals; 
  • find out how you can be part of our “High-Impact, Low-Ego” class.
     

You will also join a sample class with our world-class faculty, Professor Karl Schmedders. 

 

Event Details


Date: February 20th, 2024 (Tuesday) 

Time: 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. GMT+7

Venue: dusitD2 Samyan, Bangkok (Map)

 

Topic

Climate Risks for Companies

 

Synopsis

In this sample class, we will delve into the pressing issue of climate-related financial risks, with a particular focus on the dual challenges of physical and transition risks confronting today's business leaders. We will discuss how extreme weather events and evolving regulatory frameworks are significantly influencing companies’ financial performance and operational efficiency. We invite you to join us in exploring how adopting a proactive stance against these climate-related challenges can not only safeguard businesses but also position them as attractive, forward-thinking investment opportunities.


About the Speaker

Professor Karl Schmedders’ research interests include computational economics, general equilibrium theory, asset pricing and portfolio selection. His work has been published in Econometrica, The Review of Economic Studies, The Journal of Finance, and many other academic journals. Professor Schmedders has been named to the Faculty Honor Roll in every quarter he has taught at Kellogg, and has received numerous teaching awards, including the 2002 Lawrence G. Lavengood Outstanding Professor of the Year. He has been elected in 2023 as an Economic Theory Fellow of the Society for the Advancement of Economic Theory, a prestigious recognition that only goes to outstanding individuals who contribute significantly to science, originality, leadership, and creativity. 


Schedule (7:00 - 9:30 p.m.)


         Program Introduction by
         Judy Au
         Program Director
         Kellogg-HKUST EMBA program 


         Alumni/ Students Sharing


         Sample Class with
         Professor Karl Schmedders
         Visiting Professor of Executive MBA Education
         Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
         

 

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