Overview
An IMD masterclass on “Bridging the AI Divide between East and West”
Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) has been the hottest topic in tech for the last couple of years. What are the opportunities and risks and how can GenAI impact your organization?
In this masterclass, Michael Wade, IMD Professor of Strategy and Digital, and the Director of the TONOMUS Global Center for Digital and AI Transformation, as he delivers a session on the topic of “Bridging the AI Divide between East and West”.
Here’s a snapshot of the insights this masterclass will unpack:
Diverging AI Strategies in the East and West: Explore how Eastern markets (e.g., China, Japan, India, South Korea) and Western counterparts (e.g., the US, Europe) differ in AI development, data governance, innovation speed, and ethical frameworks.
Strategic Implications for Southeast Asia: Examine how SEA businesses are being influenced by both sides, and how this dual exposure presents unique challenges and opportunities in AI adoption.
Practical Pathways for GenAI Adoption: Discuss actionable approaches for organizations in SEA and elsewhere to leverage the power of GenAI to improve performance.
Following your masterclass, you will have the chance to engage directly with our Program Advisors. They will provide:
A comprehensive overview of IMD’s Digital and AI Accelerator program, plus insight into our renowned Orchestrating Winning Performance program (OWP).
Guidance on how our offerings can align with your career goals.
Course Description & Learning Outcomes
Agenda
15:00 – 16:00: Masterclass “Bridging the AI Divide between East and West”.
16:00 – 16:30: Introduction to the Digital and AI accelerator and OWP programs with our Program Advisors followed by Q&A.
For any enquiries: contact Aaron Su – Head of Marketing, Asia & Oceania | Soh, Yong Sun – Business Development and Client Excellence Associate Director.
Please note, this event will not be recorded. This is a unique opportunity to experience the IMD learning journey live.
Schedule
Date: 29 May 2025, Thursday
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (GMT +8:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Location: Online
Agenda
| Day/Time | Agenda Activity/Description |
|---|---|
| Date | 29 May 2025 |
| Time | 15:00 - 16:30 (SGT) |
Skills Covered
PROFICIENCY LEVEL GUIDE
Beginner: Introduce the subject matter without the need to have any prerequisites.
Proficient: Requires learners to have prior knowledge of the subject.
Expert: Involves advanced and more complex understanding of the subject.
- Performance Management (Proficiency level: Proficient)
Speakers
Trainer's Profile:
Michael Wade, IMD Professor of Strategy and Digital, and the Director of the TONOMUS Global Center for Digital and AI Transformation, IMD
Michael Wade is the TONOMUS Professor of Strategy and Digital and Director of the TONOMUS Global Center for Digital and AI Transformation at IMD. A leading expert in digital transformation, he has authored 10 books and over 100 articles and case studies on digital strategy, innovation, and leadership. His work focuses on why most digital transformation efforts fail and emphasizes the need to integrate digital tools with broader organizational and cultural change to drive real business value. At IMD, he founded and directs Leading Digital and AI Transformation (LDAIT)—Europe’s largest executive program on digital—and co-directs several others on digital execution, boards, and innovation. His award-winning books include Hacking Digital, ALIEN Thinking, and Digital Vortex, and he contributes regularly to outlets like Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and MIT Sloan. Wade also advises global companies on digital strategy and sits on multiple corporate boards.
