Smart Cities, Fintech, and Alternative Energy for the Global Future, in partnership with Columbia Engineering, is a transformative initiative designed to empower civil leaders and businesses in smart city development, fintech, alternative energy, and new energy sectors. Leveraging Columbia’s expertise in engineering, data science, and AI applications—including topics such as predictive analytics, machine learning for urban planning, and advanced financial modeling—the program integrates unique insights with CKGSB’s strengths in mass scaling and disruptive technologies from China. This collaboration offers a distinctive blend of Eastern and Western perspectives on innovation and growth. Based in Dubai, a global hub for innovation and cutting-edge infrastructure, this program equips civil leaders with the knowledge, tools, and networks to drive impactful solutions for a more sustainable and technologically advanced future.
Workshops focused on IoT, AI, and urban planning technologies to enhance city living.
Explore how fintech solutions drive innovation in financial inclusion, investment access, and digital infrastructure to support urban development and economic growth.
Exploration of cutting-edge renewable energy technologies and financing models.
Insights into how AI can revolutionize various sectors, from operational efficiency to customer engagement.
Success stories and lessons from trailblazing startups and enterprises worldwide, including insights into the scaling strategies of leading Chinese companies.
Insights from global industry leaders in city planning, energy, fintech, and urban development.
Dubai stands as a beacon for innovation in smart city infrastructure, fintech, and sustainability. Its visionary leadership and investment in alternative energy, urban planning, and financial ecosystems make it an unparalleled location for fostering groundbreaking ideas and launching transformative startups.
The program spans 5 days in Dubai, featuring world-class content, behind-the-scenes visits, and unique opportunities to engage with industry leaders and explore IPO readiness strategies.
Founding Dean and Dean’s Distinguished Chair Professor of China Business and Globalization at CKGSB. Under his leadership, CKGSB has evolved from a fledgling school to one of the most influential business schools in China with a global reputation since 2002.
Professor of Management Science at CKGSB. He is one of the founding faculty members of CKGSB and the Associate Dean for Americas. He is also the director of the Clean Energy and Carbon Neutral Development Research Center in CKGSB.
Senior Lecturer in Construction Management, Strategy and Business Development, Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics, Columbia University.
Piyasombatkul Family Professor of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, Columbia Engineering.
Established in Beijing in November 2002, CKGSB is China’s first privately-funded and research-driven business school. CKGSB aims to cultivate transformative business leaders with a global vision, sense of social responsibility, innovative mindset, and ability to lead with empathy and compassion. CKGSB stands apart for its world-class faculty, research excellence, China insights and unparalleled alumni network. More than half of its 55 faculty members previously held tenure or senior professorships at top schools like MIT, Wharton, and Yale. Over half of its 22,000 alumni are at the CEO or Chairman level and, collectively, lead one fifth of China’s most valuable brands.
Since 1864, the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University has been a resource to the world for major advances in human progress. Today, Columbia Engineering is a global leader in engineering education, research, and impact. Located in the heart of New York City, the school convenes more than 250 faculty members and 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students to push the frontiers of knowledge and solve humanity’s most pressing problems.
As impassioned problem solvers and prolific innovators, Columbia Engineering is united in its drive to combine deep knowledge with directed action to impact human progress. The school is not only a source of innovation but also a catalyst for entrepreneurial collaboration across multiple fields.
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