Randall S. Kroszner
Norman R. Bobins Professor of Economics
Randall S. Kroszner
The Executive Program For Prospective CFOs
Step confidently into the next era of senior-level strategic financial leadership.
Next Session
May 11-May 15, 2026
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Location/Format
In-Person
Gleacher Center, Chicago
Investment Fee (in USD)
$14,000 USD
Questions? Connect with our enrollment advisors.
Next Session
May 11-May 15, 2026
View All Dates
Location/Format
In-Person
Gleacher Center, Chicago
Investment Fee (in USD)
$14,000 USD
Questions? Connect with our enrollment advisors.
The Executive Program for Prospective CFOs is designed for senior finance executives—including prospective and current CFOs—ready to lead enterprise-wide transformation.
In this intensive five-day program, you will gain strategic insights essential for modern CFOs, apply cutting-edge research to real-world financial challenges, and strengthen the leadership capabilities needed to guide your organization through growth and transformation. Each day—and evening—is filled with immersive learning, dynamic discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities that keep you fully engaged from start to finish.
While other programs teach the CFO toolkit, this program prepares you to be the strategic leader who can anticipate risks, harness innovation, and influence the enterprise at the highest level.
This program serves as an elective to:
By attending this program, you will explore key themes in:
High-Performance Leadership & Strategic Communication
- Build and sustain high-performance environments that drive innovation and accountability
- Communicate with clarity and impact to internal and external stakeholders, including boards and investors
- Strengthen your ability to influence outcomes and align stakeholders behind a shared vision
Data-Driven Growth & Market Insight
- Discover how to use AI effectively to drive growth
- Apply marketing analytics to improve ROI, optimize resource allocation, and drive data-backed decision-making
- Explore modern CMO trends, monetize customer data, and refine pricing strategies to maximize ROI
Innovation, M&A & Entrepreneurial Thinking
- Develop and implement a strategic plan for successful M&A execution and integration
- Harness both continuous improvement and disruptive change to strengthen corporate performance
- Discover how venture capitalists think—and learn to apply their insights to identify, evaluate, and seize new growth opportunities
Discover how to use AI effectively to drive growth
- Analyze strategic patterns to identify and execute pathways for sustainable growth in a volatile world
- Assess sources of financial and supply chain fragility to build an organization resilient to macro and government policy shocks
- Anticipate sustainability trends and evaluate the opportunities and challenges of meeting evolving stakeholder expectations
Who Should Attend
Senior finance executives preparing to step into the CFO role—or sitting CFOs looking to elevate their enterprise-wide influence. Participants typically include: CFOs, Deputy CFOs, Senior Vice Presidents of Finance, Finance Directors, Treasurers, and Controllers.
Download the program brochure for in-depth insights into who should attend, participant profiles, and the ideal candidate.
Faculty
At Booth, our distinguished faculty exemplify dedication and expertise, bringing deep passion to their teaching. Their steadfast commitment extends beyond traditional instruction, focusing on empowering every Executive Education participant, across all programs and global campuses, to achieve their professional and leadership goals.
Jean-Pierre Dubé
James M. Kilts Distinguished Service Professor of Marketing and Charles E. Merrill Faculty Scholar
Jean-Pierre Dubé
Christian Leuz
Charles F. Pohl Distinguished Service Professor of Accounting and Finance
Christian Leuz
Gregory D. Bunch
Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship
Gregory D. Bunch
Laura M. Born
Adjunct Professor of Finance
Laura M. Born
Hal Weitzman
Adjunct Professor of Behavioral Science
Hal Weitzman
Lucia Annunzio
Adjunct Associate Professor, Executive Education
Lucia AnnunzioPractitioner Insights
A hallmark of this program is the opportunity to learn directly from distinguished financial leaders—including current and former CFOs from globally recognized organizations across industries such as technology, financial services, consumer goods, and construction. These executives share candid perspectives on navigating strategic challenges, offering real-world lessons that complement Booth’s academic rigor and illuminate the evolving role of the CFO.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Beyond the classroom, every evening features a curated Chicago experience that bring peers and faculty together—sparking conversations that turn the day’s learning into real-world insights.
Discover the full experience in the program brochure.
Program Outline
- Learn what drives (and destroys) high performance
- Identify drivers and corresponding attributes of high-performing work environments
- How to create high-performance work environments that spark innovation and drive financial results
- Grasp the role and impact of marketing analytics
- Learn how to optimize marketing decisions and investments
- Harness AI and data analysis to drive ROI
- Ask the right questions to build accountability in a data-driven age
- Innovation in a VUCA world (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous)
- Apply a framework for innovation and entrepreneurial thinking
- Harness both continuous improvement and disruptive change
- Gain practical strategies and tools for effective communication
- Learn how to communicate effectively in any context—crisis, opportunity, or challenge
- Align actions with words and tailor messages to diverse audiences
- Use narratives to structure and express ideas
- Clearly articulate your strengths, values, and leadership vision
- Define your “superpower” and practice applying it in scenarios such as interviews, promotions, and team motivation
- Why strategy matters: What it can do—and what happens without it
- Drivers of success: Distinguishing strategy, leadership, and luck
- Top management’s role: The real challenge great strategists see
- Two practical tools: Four universal questions and six powerful patterns
- Growth path: Apply proven frameworks to chart next steps
- The M&A process: strategy, valuation, and execution
- Analyze sources of financial fragility and regulatory responses reshaping financial markets
- Assess the implications of central banks’ accommodative policies for volatility, currency dynamics, asset bubbles, credit flows, inflation, and economic growth
- Learn the key components of effective risk and crisis management
- Draw lessons from recent crises to better prepare for and navigate future macro, policy, and supply chain disruptions
Past Participant Insights
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"EPPC far exceeded my expectations. From the cases to the coursework, I found that the scientific approach both elevated my thinking and proved highly practical. What I appreciated most, however, was the peer group—I built a network during the program that I plan to leverage for years to come."
—William Moore, Head of Finance Transformation, Infineum
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“The Executive Program for Prospective CFOs provided an opportunity to change and elevate my thinking about my role and elevated my perspective on my role and equipped me with tools to positively impact my company’s financial journey. Just as valuable, the program connected me with a tremendous cohort of peers with whom I continue to share challenges and successes."
—Ginger Ittenback, Director of Finance & Tax Services, Truepoint Wealth Counsel, LLC
Admissions and Application Requirements
This program requires a successful application for admission consideration. To apply, candidates must complete a series of short essays that provide insight into their professional experience, leadership responsibilities, and development goals. Each response should be approximately 250 words. The essay prompts are designed to help Booth faculty and program directors understand:
- Your current role and leadership scope within your organization
- Your objectives and goals for attending the program
- The unique strengths and experiences you bring to the classroom
- The organizational challenges you are navigating—and how the program can help address them
These essays help ensure participants are well-aligned with the program’s objectives and contribute to a rich, collaborative learning experience.
Note: This program does not require a résumé or CV, a letter of recommendation, or a commitment form from your sponsoring organization.
This program requires a successful application to be considered eligible for program acceptance. Ensure all required fields are completed accurately to avoid delays in processing. View sample application here.
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Upcoming Sessions
Program dates are subject to change.
Download Brochure
Download the program brochure for in-depth insights on who should attend, a schedule preview, past participant profiles, location highlights, networking opportunities, and what to expect. When doing so, you’ll also receive an editable justification letter to help you make the case to your employer for your attendance.
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