Executive Education: Asia NEXT
Accelerating the Asia Competence of Executives and Decision-Makers
Asia’s influence on the world is growing. From the race for economic supremacy to security politics, from climate change to the role of technology, Asia is shaping the big issues of our time. Asia, and what happens in Asia, influences Swiss society and businesses on every level.
To be successful in an international environment, it is crucial to develop a deeper and more holistic understanding of Asia and Asian issues: we refer to this as Asia Competence. That is why since 2021, Asia Society Switzerland, together with the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), has been offering Asia NEXT. This Executive Education program aims to advance an understanding of important developments and issues in Asia and of how these are impacting Switzerland – and the world. It also offers the valuable opportunity for executives and decision-makers to engage with high-level experts from across the globe and join an active community of like-minded professionals with an interest in Asia.
Access to the Asia NEXT program is reserved exclusively for employees of Corporate Members and Partners of Asia Society Switzerland.
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Overview
About Asia NEXT
Access to the program
What can you expect?
Who is the program for?
Voices from our Alumni
Frequently Asked Questions
About Asia Society Switzerland
About IMD
About Asia NEXT
About Asia NEXT
Asia NEXT is an Executive Education program specifically designed for executives and decision-makers who intend to –
- increase their Asia Competence;
- advance their understanding of important developments and issues in Asia – and how these are impacting Switzerland, Europe, and the world;
- engage with high-level experts from across the globe;
- join an active community of like-minded professionals with an interest in Asia.
All sessions are held in person in Zurich and are conducted in English.
Asia NEXT is offered by Asia Society Switzerland in collaboration with the International Institute of Management Development (IMD).
Access to the program
Access to the Asia NEXT program is reserved exclusively for employees of Corporate Members and Partners of Asia Society Switzerland. 1-2 participants can be nominated per iteration. Participants do not need more than basic knowledge of or prior exposure to Asia.
Become a Corporate Member or a Partner of Asia Society Switzerland! Contact us today.
Employees from the following companies and organizations have participated in the Asia NEXT program since 2021:
What can you expect?
By joining Asia NEXT, you will
- get a condensed overview of current developments in Asia, and discuss how these are impacting your business and those of your peers;
- get access to exclusive sessions with Asia experts across the fields of business, policy, and technology;
- get full member-level access to Asia Society Switzerland’s program for the duration of the program;
- receive a certificate issued by Asia Society Switzerland and IMD after successfully completing the program;
- join the Asia NEXT Alumni Community and receive invitations to the yearly Asia NEXT alumni drinks.
Who is the program for?
This program is for you if you:
- want to dive deeper into the question of what Asia means for Europe – in terms of politics, economy, policies and culture;
- are curious about Asia and want to stay on top of important developments in the region;
- are looking to connect with like-minded peers who share your interest in Asia.
Formal requirements:
To join the program, you need to
- be on an executive or managerial level
- have a sound command of English
- have a keen interest in Asia (advanced knowledge of or prior exposure to Asia is not a necessity)
Voices from our alumni
An essential course offering up-to-date insights into Asia's opportunities and challenges, and their implications for Europe. Ideal for professionals working with Asia related topics, Asia NEXT provides tailored insights into the most relevant topics.
Anne-Claire Ramser Roggo, Global Vice President, The Adecco Group, Asia NEXT alumna 2024
I enjoyed the access to a wide range of topics and experts, as well as interesting colleagues from various backgrounds.
Jan Vonder Mühll, Head Corporate Communications at Julius Bär, Asia NEXT alumnus 2023
With the overload of information out there, the Asia NEXT program offers tailor-made insights into the most relevant topics an interested professional dealing with and interested in Asia will want to cover.
Bettina Schaller, SVP Head Group Public Affairs at The Adecco Group, Asia NEXT alumna 2022
As future correspondent for Radio SRF, I will cover China, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, North Korea and Mongolia. The insights I received at the Asia NEXT roundtables and additional Asia Society events have expanded my know-how and triggered further research.
Samuel Emch, Business Editor at Radio SRF, Asia NEXT alumnus 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Asia NEXT program cost?
Participation in the Asia NEXT program is complimentary for employees of Corporate Members and Partners of Asia Society Switzerland.
How much time should I set aside for the program?
By joining Asia NEXT, you take part in five sessions, each taking place on a Friday morning. You also join the kick-off and graduation event, as well as a company visit. In addition, you need to set time aside for preparing for each session – you will receive pre-readings for each session ahead of time –; working on a collaborative assignment in small groups; and joining additional Asia Society Switzerland events during the program.
Do I have to attend the Asia NEXT events in person?
A big part of what makes Asia NEXT valuable is its community. Therefore, we generally expect our participants to attend in person whenever possible. Upon consultation, an online participation of some parts of the program is possible. However, we cannot guarantee online participation for all program elements.
What happens after the program has ended?
After you successfully complete and graduate from the program, you become part of the Asia NEXT Alumni Community, a network of professionals in Switzerland and across the globe. And of course, we highly encourage you to stay part of Asia Society Switzerland’s community and become a Member.
About Asia Society Switzerland
Asia Society Switzerland is a Swiss non-profit organization dedicated to Asia. We are part of the global Asia Society network with 16 centers around the world, of which 7 are located in Asia.
We deeply believe that only with increased Asia Competence and sustained engagement with Asia will Switzerland be able to continue to thrive in a multipolar world and play a constructive role in shaping the “Asian Future”.
For this reason, we have made it our mission to foster Asia Competence in Switzerland. We do so by shaping the public discourse, providing insights to decision-makers, educating leaders on Asia, supporting the next generation and connecting Asia-minded people and organizations in Switzerland.
About IMD
The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) has been a pioneering force in developing leaders who transform organizations and contribute to society since it was founded more than 75 years ago.
Led by an expert and diverse faculty, with campuses in Lausanne, Singapore and a Management Development Hub in Shenzhen, IMD strives to be the trusted learning partner of choice for ambitious individuals and organizations worldwide.
IMD’s executive education and degree programs are consistently ranked among the world’s best by the Financial Times, Bloomberg, Forbes and others. IMD's leading position in the field is grounded in its unique approach to creating real learning, real impact. Through its research, programs and advisory work IMD enables business leaders to find new and better solutions: challenging what is and inspiring what could be.
Asia NEXT 2025
Registration opens soon. Learn more about Asia NEXT 2025 here
Asia NEXT 2024
Learn more about the fourth iteration of Asia NEXT here
Asia NEXT 2023
Learn more about the third iteration of the Asia NEXT program here
Asia NEXT 2022
Learn more about the second iteration of the Asia NEXT program here
Asia NEXT 2021
The first iteration of Asia NEXT, launched in 2021. More information here