Building Resilient Enterprises in the Age of AI
A transformative 10-week Stanford-led program designed for leaders driving AI, sustainability, and strategic transformation.
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A POWERFUL ALLIANCE
Strategic Gears & Stanford University: Shaping the Future of Leadership and Innovation
Two global leaders have joined forces to deliver a world-class executive education experience. This partnership combines Strategic Gears’ expertise in strategy and transformation with Stanford University’s legacy of innovation and academic excellence.
STRATEGIC GEARS
Founded in 2015, Strategic Gears is one of the largest management consulting firms in the Middle East, trusted by over 150 organizations across 21 industries. With a Platinum Ranking among the region’s top consultancies, the firm specializes in strategy, digital transformation, and capability building.
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
Established in 1885, Stanford University is a global leader in innovation, research, and executive education. Through institutions such as the Doerr School of Sustainability and the Graduate School of Business, Stanford delivers programs that combine academic excellence with real-world impact.
PROGRAM DETAILS
What is the Purpose of the Program?
To equip senior leaders with the strategic frameworks and practical tools to navigate AI disruption, integrate sustainability, and build resilient, future-ready organizations.
10-week hybrid executive program
Week 1 in-person launch, 8 weeks virtual, final week at Stanford University
Limited cohorts – Please visit the application page for details
Global format with in-person sessions in Riyadh and final immersion week at Stanford University, California
Limited to 40 participants per session
Certificate from Strategic Gears Academy and Stanford Executive Education Certificate of Completion
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
This program is designed for senior executives, policymakers, and innovation leaders seeking to navigate AI disruption, drive sustainable growth, and build resilient, future-ready organizations.
- Senior Executives
- Decision Makers
DURING THIS PROGRAM, YOU WILL:
- Develop strategic frameworks for AI-enabled organizational resilience
- Understand how to integrate sustainability into core business strategy
- Apply data-driven decision-making in uncertain and complex environments
- Explore real-world applications of AI across industries and functions
- Lead organizations through digital transformation and technological disruption
- Collaborate on a hands-on capstone project addressing real challenges
- Learn directly from world-class faculty and global industry experts
- Build a global network of senior leaders and decision-makers
PROGRAM JOURNEY
FOUNDATIONS
- The role of AI in modern organizations
- Principles of resilient and adaptive strategy
- Sustainability as a business driver
- Strategic foresight and scenario planning
- Leading through disruption and uncertainty
APPLICATION & TRANSFORMATION
- AI-enabled decision-making and data-driven strategy
- Digital transformation across industries
- Financial and operational resilience
- Responsible AI, governance, and ethics
- Human-machine collaboration and leadership evolution
Capstone & Immersion Week
- Team-based capstone project using AI and design thinking
- Solving real organizational or sustainability challenges
- Mentorship and guided project development
- Final presentation at Stanford University
- Exposure to Silicon Valley’s innovation ecosystem
Ready to lead in the age of AI?
Gain the strategic insight, practical tools, and global perspective needed to build resilient, future-ready organizations.