Candidates should have a broad scope of managerial experience and responsibility and a high level of expertise, compatible with that of other participants in the program and in line with the objectives of the course. Free of organizational responsibility. Because of the intensity of the program, participants must be relieved of all organizational responsibility for its duration. Fluent in English. Programs are conducted in English and participants need the fluency to manage reading assignments and contribute to discussion.
Programs are often fully subscribed, so early registration is recommended.
Participants in the Columbia Senior Executive Program also become alumni of Columbia Business School. All participants must be sponsored by their employing organization. Fees listed for programs held at the Arden House conference center include tuition, instructional materials, accommodations and meals. Most programs are held at Arden House, Columbia's mountaintop conference center located 50 miles north of New York City. This country estate offers an elegant, secluded learning environment with all the conveniences of a modern conference center.