Leading Organizations for High-Velocity Performance

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April 30, 2024

Course Duration

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6 Weeks, Online
4-6 hours per week

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US$2,688

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Give Your Organization a High-Velocity Performance Edge

Some organizations, such as Netflix, Google, or Tesla, perform at such elevated levels that their closest competitors cannot keep up. This program reveals the secrets that enable high-performance organizations to generate and sustain innovation and achieve unparalleled levels of excellence. As a participant, you will learn to become a high-velocity leader in your organization, and get resources, tools, and insights to help you curate your own playbook for transforming your organization.

Achieve Organizational Outcomes

In this program, you will:

  • Examine how high-velocity organizations achieve and sustain unassailable improvements and innovations
  • Diagnose systemic, social, and cultural barriers that prevent your organization from achieving performance excellence
  • Apply principles, frameworks, and tools to lead organizational transformation
  • Formulate strategies to cultivate high-velocity capabilities for achieving performance excellence

Learn with Real-World Examples

Learn best practices from great operational triumphs, and critically examine missteps that have humbled even the most respected organizations across industries, including:

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Automotive

Understand the motivation for developing high-performing organizations in high-velocity industries.

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Pharmaceutical

Examine the process, best practices, and lessons learned for cultivating high-velocity capabilities.

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Healthcare

Zero in on system failures and practice designing, mapping, and examining organizational systems.

Program Topics

Topic 1:

Unlocking High-Velocity Potentials

Recognize the importance of creating a high-velocity edge and discover the high-velocity potential in your own organization.

  • Articulate the motivation for achieving and sustaining high velocity
  • Enumerate the theory and principles for analyzing organizational performance.
  • Map and evaluate an organizational “social circuitry” and understand the capabilities required to achieve fast and sustainable improvement and innovation.

Topic 2:

Understanding, Designing, and Diagnosing Complex Systems

Learn to map and diagnose a complex system to surface problems that impede innovation and improvements.

  • Enumerate system design principles and discuss the impact of an effective system.
  • Construct a visualized workflow to understand a system and diagnose system deficiencies.

Topic 3:

Evaluating Organizational Processes through Three Lenses

Get an introduction to the social and cultural barriers to rationality when designing and operating an organization. Through a three-lens framework, you will learn to change, navigate and take advantage of organizational power dynamics and culture.

  • Reflect on the challenges of driving changes in an organization.
  • Recognize the key questions to ask to identify the social and cultural factors causing resistance to change.
  • Apply the three-lens framework to diagnose barriers to organizational transformation.
  • Recognize psychological factors that cause resistance to change.
  • Formulate strategies to overcome resistance to change.

Topic 4:

Solving Problems Before They Become Bigger

Recognize the importance of solving problems when and where they occur and learn to diagnose systemic vulnerabilities and other latent conditions that can compound into calamities.

  • Examine situations in which system deficiencies and mismanagement lead to large-scale failures.
  • Analyze the causes and consequences of work-arounds and firefighting.
  • Recognize the psychological factors that make it difficult to see and solve problems.

Topic 5:

Generating, Managing, and Sharing Knowledge

Explore a discovery-based method for solving problems scientifically, preventing them from reoccurring, and sharing knowledge throughout the organization to multiply the impact of local discoveries.

  • Identify knowledge gaps that cause problems.
  • Discuss the benefits of generating knowledge through discoveries and experiments.
  • Apply frameworks to generate, codify, and share knowledge.

Topic 6:

Becoming a High-Velocity Leader and Chaperoning Changes

Learn to become a high-velocity leader and propose plans to embark on an organizational transformation journey.

  • Contrast an operational, developmental leadership approach with transactional leadership.
  • Formulate strategies to facilitate discovery-based and learning-oriented problem-solving.
  • Pitch changes in ways that minimize resistance.

Topic 1:

Unlocking High-Velocity Potentials

Recognize the importance of creating a high-velocity edge and discover the high-velocity potential in your own organization.

  • Articulate the motivation for achieving and sustaining high velocity
  • Enumerate the theory and principles for analyzing organizational performance.
  • Map and evaluate an organizational “social circuitry” and understand the capabilities required to achieve fast and sustainable improvement and innovation.

Topic 4:

Solving Problems Before They Become Bigger

Recognize the importance of solving problems when and where they occur and learn to diagnose systemic vulnerabilities and other latent conditions that can compound into calamities.

  • Examine situations in which system deficiencies and mismanagement lead to large-scale failures.
  • Analyze the causes and consequences of work-arounds and firefighting.
  • Recognize the psychological factors that make it difficult to see and solve problems.

Topic 2:

Understanding, Designing, and Diagnosing Complex Systems

Learn to map and diagnose a complex system to surface problems that impede innovation and improvements.

  • Enumerate system design principles and discuss the impact of an effective system.
  • Construct a visualized workflow to understand a system and diagnose system deficiencies.

Topic 5:

Generating, Managing, and Sharing Knowledge

Explore a discovery-based method for solving problems scientifically, preventing them from reoccurring, and sharing knowledge throughout the organization to multiply the impact of local discoveries.

  • Identify knowledge gaps that cause problems.
  • Discuss the benefits of generating knowledge through discoveries and experiments.
  • Apply frameworks to generate, codify, and share knowledge.

Topic 3:

Evaluating Organizational Processes through Three Lenses

Get an introduction to the social and cultural barriers to rationality when designing and operating an organization. Through a three-lens framework, you will learn to change, navigate and take advantage of organizational power dynamics and culture.

  • Reflect on the challenges of driving changes in an organization.
  • Recognize the key questions to ask to identify the social and cultural factors causing resistance to change.
  • Apply the three-lens framework to diagnose barriers to organizational transformation.
  • Recognize psychological factors that cause resistance to change.
  • Formulate strategies to overcome resistance to change.

Topic 6:

Becoming a High-Velocity Leader and Chaperoning Changes

Learn to become a high-velocity leader and propose plans to embark on an organizational transformation journey.

  • Contrast an operational, developmental leadership approach with transactional leadership.
  • Formulate strategies to facilitate discovery-based and learning-oriented problem-solving.
  • Pitch changes in ways that minimize resistance.
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High-Velocity Performance Playbook

This program provides multiple opportunities to explore your own organizational processes and practices and work on an important challenge in your organization. For example, throughout the program, you’ll develop a playbook that you can use to contextualize your learning within your organization by completing assignments and then creating actionable next steps to achieve organizational transformation.

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Real-World Examples

Learn from real-world cases across industries

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Hands-on Application

Map an actual process from your own work environment and prepare for the real world

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Playbook

Reflect on organizational practices and behaviors

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Discussion Boards

Collaborate and exchange ideas with your peers

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Weekly Office Hours

Address questions with learning facilitators

Learn from MIT Experts in High-Velocity Organizations

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Roberto M. Fernandez

William F. Pounds Professor in Management, Professor Work and Organization Studies, MIT Sloan School of Management

Roberto Fernandez currently serves as the co-director of the Economic Sociology PhD Program and served as the head of the Behavioral and Policy Sciences area from 2008–2010. His research focuses on organizations, social networks... More info

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Steven Spear

Senior Lecturer, System Dynamics, MIT Sloan School of Management

Steven Spear is a well-recognized expert on how select organizations manage complex development, design, and delivery efforts to create unmatched rates of internally generated, broad-based improvement and innovation... More info

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Earn a Certificate from MIT Sloan

Receive a verified digital certificate of completion from MIT Sloan School of Management. This program also counts toward an MIT Sloan Executive Certificate.

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Note: After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of MIT Sloan.

FAQs

  • How do I know if this program is right for me?

    After reviewing the information on the program landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to the program brochure, which includes more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this program is a good fit for you, please email learner.success@emeritus.org, and a dedicated program advisor will follow-up with you very shortly.


    Are there any prerequisites for this program?

    Some programs do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the program landing page, as well as in the program brochure. If you are uncertain about program prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at the ID mentioned above.


    Note that, unless otherwise stated on the program web page, all programs are taught in English and proficiency in English is required.


    What is the typical class profile?

    More than 50 percent of our participants are from outside the United States. Class profiles vary from one cohort to the next, but, generally, our online certificates draw a highly diverse audience in terms of professional experience, industry, and geography — leading to a very rich peer learning and networking experience.


    What other dates will this program be offered in the future?

    Check back to this program web page or email us to inquire if future program dates or the timeline for future offerings have been confirmed yet.

  • How much time is required each week?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.


    How will my time be spent?

    We have designed this program to fit into your current working life as efficiently as possible. Time will be spent among a variety of activities including:



    • Engaging with recorded video lectures from faculty
    • Attending webinars and office hours, as per the specific program schedule
    • Reading or engaging with examples of core topics
    • Completing knowledge checks/quizzes and required activities
    • Engaging in moderated discussion groups with your peers
    • Completing your final project, if required

    The program is designed to be highly interactive while also allowing time for self-reflection and to demonstrate an understanding of the core topics through various active learning exercises. Please email us if you need further clarification on program activities.


    What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?

    More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programs said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded.

    All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the program delivers the desired learning outcomes the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the program in a cohort-based manner the cost of which is already included in the overall course fee of the course.

    A dedicated program support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.


    How do I interact with other program participants?

    Peer learning adds substantially to the overall learning experience and is an important part of the program. You can connect and communicate with other participants through our learning platform.

  • What are the requirements to earn the certificate?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enroll. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programs are designed to fit into your working life.

    This program is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programs include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the program brochure. Please email us if you need further clarification on any specific program requirements.


    What type of certificate will I receive?

    Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile.
    The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the program, once grading is complete.


    Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?

    No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.


    Do I receive alumni status after completing this program?

    No, there is no alumni status granted for this program. In some cases, there are credits that count toward a higher level of certification. This information will be clearly noted in the program brochure.


    How long will I have access to the learning materials?

    You will have access to the online learning platform and all the videos and program materials for 12 months following the program start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.

  • What equipment or technical requirements are there for this program?

    Participants will need the latest version of their preferred browser to access the learning platform. In addition, Microsoft Office and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts.


    Do I need to be online to access the program content?

    Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. However, you can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. For maximum flexibility, you can access program content from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.

    Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and any livestream webinars and office hours will require an internet connection. However, these sessions are always recorded, so you may view them later.

  • Can I still register if the registration deadline has passed?

    Yes, you can register up until seven days past the published start date of the program without missing any of the core program material or learnings.


    What is the program fee, and what forms of payment do you accept?

    The program fee is noted at the top of this program web page and usually referenced in the program brochure as well.

    • Flexible payment options are available (see details below as well as at the top of this program web page next to FEE).
    • Tuition assistance is available for participants who qualify. Please email learner.success@emeritus.org.

    What if I don’t have a credit card? Is there another method of payment accepted?

    Yes, you can do the bank remittance in the program currency via wire transfer or debit card. Please contact your program advisor, or email us for details.


    I was not able to use the discount code provided. Can you help?

    Yes! Please email us with the details of the program you are interested in, and we will assist you.


    How can I obtain an invoice for payment?

    Please email us your invoicing requirements and the specific program you’re interested in enrolling in.


    Is there an option to make flexible payments for this program?

    Yes, the flexible payment option allows a participant to pay the program fee in installments. This option is made available on the payment page and should be selected before submitting the payment.


    How can I obtain a W9 form?

    Please connect with us via email for assistance.


    Who will be collecting the payment for the program?

    Emeritus collects all program payments, provides learner enrollment and program support, and manages learning platform services.

  • What is the program refund and deferral policy?

    For the program refund and deferral policy, please click the link here.

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