Prof Geert Scheipers, AMS

Dr. Luc Haenen, AZ Imelda

Despite operating in seemingly disparate fields, strategists and surgeons share surprising parallels in their work. While one navigates the complexities of business, the other tackles the intricacies of the human body, both share environments demanding high-stakes decision-making, understanding human behavior, meticulous planning, managing for impact and adaptability under pressure.

Module Objectives:

  1. Identify and understand the similarities and differences between the work of strategists and heart surgeons in areas like decision-making, teamwork & communication, risk management, and acting under pressure.
  2. Apply theories and frameworks from heart surgery to address real-world strategy management challenges.
  3. Develop critical thinking and communication skills through case studies and interactive exercises.

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