C-Suite Series
April 27, May 27 and June 22, 2011
CMA Alberta Executive Training Centre, Calgary, AB
General overview
The C-Suite Series provides senior-level managers with a unique opportunity to build and enhance their skill
set through leading-edge topics that influence the work of executive-level professionals. The three, one-day
workshops examine the business challenges facing senior executives and offers an unparalleled opportunity to
engage with peers.
Who should attend
The C-Suite Series is open to all executive-level professionals and those who aspire to be in
executive-level positions. Senior executives are also encouraged to invite high achievers in their
organization who are working towards achieving a senior-level position.
A unique learning opportunity
The C-Suite Series incorporates many areas of the CMA Competency Map, thereby allowing senior
executives to hone their unique skill set. The series will examine:
- how to use strategy mapping to effectively identify, assess and manage strategic risks;
- how to implement a successful Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program to do risk assessments and manage
correlated and compound risks;
- an executive’s role in the transition to IFRS and reviewing IFRS statements;
- the link between an organization’s strategic objectives and risk and financial objectives; and
- communication tools and techniques for executives.
Flexible learning opportunity
Those interested in attending are welcome to register for any or all of the workshops. The
sessions will be spread over three months: April, May and June, and will take place in Calgary at the CMA
Alberta Executive Training Centre (300, 1210 - 8 Street SW).
Session topics and speakers:
- Using strategy maps to do risk-based strategy execution – Dr. Norman Sheehan, PhD,
CGA, CMA
- Enterprise Risk Management for competitive advantage – Robert Torok, MBA, CA
- IFRS: An executive view – Karine Benzacar, MBA, FCMA, CPA (Del)
- Linking strategy to financial objectives and risks – Dr. Amin Mawani, PhD, LL.M, FCMA, CFP
- Communication tools and techniques for executives – Kirby Wright
- Exploring the 'beyond budgeting' model – Dr. Murray Lindsay, FCMA
- Emerging trends and best practices in budgeting – Karine Benzacar, MBA, FCMA, CPA (Del)
Accommodation and fees
The cost to attend is $425 plus GST per workshop day.
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