Imagine some of the best minds in the insurance and financial services field in one place. Our executive education programs offer a singular learning opportunity. Here is what some industry professionals have to say:
“The American Institute for CPCU's Insurance Executive Development Program at Wharton was a great opportunity to learn from leading business professors. Discussions on decision making, strategy, and marketing provided me with new perspectives and fresh approaches for my operation and leadership style.”
Susan Bithell
Washington State Executive Director
Farmers Insurance
“I recently participated in the AICPCU Insurance Executive Program at Wharton. I found it a valuable and rewarding experience. The content was relevant to today's business issues, and the business simulation workshop that we conducted is an excellent exercise for insurance executives. The experience was positive - a good learning environment and motivated participants. From my experience, the Wharton Insurance Executive Development Program is a worthwhile investment, and I would encourage companies to consider this for their executives.”
Drew Jones
Senior Regional Executive
Southeast Region
The PMA Insurance Group
“Penn National Insurance has benefited tremendously in utilizing the Insurance Executive Development Program as an integral part of our Leadership Development curriculum and our Succession Management process. Each of our participants has returned from the program extremely appreciative of the networks and contacts they have developed and have been strengthened by the rigor of the program and the substantive learning opportunities that were presented to them. We view this learning experience as a foundation for building growth and advancement opportunities for members of our corporate management team.”
William R. Buffington, AU, AAM
Vice President – Human Resources
Penn National Insurance
“Even with more than 20 years’ experience in the insurance, legal, and business environments, I found the Insurance Executive Development Program to be an exceptional program. From the leadership, decision-making, and strategic planning sessions to the fundamentals of finance, negotiating, and marketing, the program broadened my perspectives on short-, medium-, and long-range strategic thinking. The new and practical tools I gained serve me daily in the challenging political, regulatory, judicial, and business environment in which Liberty Mutual operates.”
Charles O’Connor, Esq.
Vice President and Manager, Business Market Liability Claims
Liberty Mutual
“The Wharton program clarified just how interconnected the business world is, as demonstrated by the case studies used to illustrate cutting edge theories and core management principles.
“The assessment tools are invaluable. They help gauge my organization’s readiness for change, as well as the risks associated with taking action or preserving the status quo. By looking at what’s happening in other industries, I am better able to assess the insurance industry and make recommendations for new products and services.”
Jan Frank
Executive Vice President North America Field Operations
CNA
“Effective leaders are inquisitive and seek every opportunity to learn. The best and most dynamic American business leaders are hardworking, honest people who strive to surpass company stakeholders’ expectations. AICPCU and Wharton understand the drive and core values of such leaders. The Institute’s executive education programs deliver thoughtful, practical, and insightful lessons about the skills and behaviors executives need to be true leaders.”
John P. Phelan
Retired Chairman and CEO
Munich Re America
