Date, Location, & FeesMarch 9 – 14, 2025Philadelphia, PA In Partnership With Drag for more Program ExperienceWho Should AttendFacultyTestimonials Program ExperienceHighlights and Key Outcomes In the Securities Industry Institute®, you will: Examine current thinking in the areas of leadership, ethics, strategy, technology, finance, management, marketing, regulations, and professional development Familiarize yourself with the challenges facing the securities industry Gain practical information, ideas, and answers directly applicable to your present and future responsibilities Broaden your perspective and strengthen your management skills Experience & Impact In today’s global economy, the hardest challenge facing executives is creating a competitive advantage — and maintaining it. SII gives financial services leaders the opportunity to enhance their industry and investment knowledge while also building their professional skills as leaders. The program is designed to help you evaluate your current strategy and provide you with the tools to create and implement new strategies. Wharton faculty — led by Professor Jeremy Siegel, a world-renowned expert on the economy and financial markets — apply their field-based research and the latest strategic insights to help you broaden your perspective on how to make your organization more competitive. The core courses and electives are offered in Industry Knowledge, Innovation & Strategy, and Leadership & Professional Development, providing securities executives with the investment and professional development they need to add strategic value to their organizations, while building a world-class network of peers. Session topics include: Artificial Intelligence Central Banking in a Global Context Critical Thinking Cyber Security Disrupt by Design Ethics: The Role of Firm Culture in Ethical Decision Making Emerging Markets Emerging Regulatory Issues Fundamentals of Market Returns Gamification Individual Thinking Styles: How They Influence Others Leading High-Performing Teams Negotiation Mock Securities Arbitration Strategic Leadership Due to our application review period, applications submitted after 12:00 p.m. ET on Friday for programs beginning the following Monday may not be processed in time to grant admission. Applicants will be contacted by a member of our Client Relations Team to discuss options for future programs and dates. Who Should AttendSII is designed for professionals in all areas of the financial services industry, including members of the exchanges and regulatory agencies. Participants in this program are a diverse group of strategy leaders from varied industries, backgrounds, and geographies who share their biggest challenges with the class. Faculty tailor the program content to address these issues, so participants enjoy a learning experience that truly resonates with them and meets their learning needs. Participants leave the program with an expanded peer network, plus specific tools and frameworks they can use to make a meaningful strategic impact within their companies or organizations. Fluency in English, written and spoken, is required for participation in Wharton Executive Education programs unless otherwise indicated. Plan Your StaySII participants are given the option to book their accommodations through SIFMA at the time of registration. SIFMA has negotiated room blocks at several hotels adjacent to the Wharton campus. Please note that hotel accommodations are not included in the tuition rate. FacultyJeremy Siegel, PhDSee Faculty BioAcademic DirectorRussell E. Palmer Professor of Finance, The Wharton SchoolResearch Interests: Demographics, financial markets, long-run asset returns, macroeconomicsChris Maxwell, PhDSee Faculty BioSenior Fellow, Center for Leadership and Change Management, The Wharton SchoolTestimonialsOur belief is that this is the best single forum for leaders to immerse themselves in a high level learning environment about our industry.” Show More Less Kent Christian President, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial NetworkI am a graduate of the Securities Industry Institute® from the mid-90’s. There are people that I met when I attended the Securities Industry Institute® who later became very instrumental in my involvement in other activities.” Show More Less Chet Helck Former President and Chief Operating Officer, Raymond James FinancialSII incorporates decision-making and leadership skills and give you the ability to distill information into actionable ideas.” Show More Less Erica Snyder President and CEO, Hunter Associates and Former SII Vice ChairYou bring this great stew of people together and watch them interact and engage and everyone learns in that kind of environment...You make incredible friendships over the years and not just networking and business relationships, but great friendships.” Show More Less Joseph Sullivan CEO of Wells Fargo Asset Management, Former President and CEO, Legg Mason and Former SII ChairI was a graduate of the Securities Industry Institute®...and that three-year program changed my life. It gave me a sense of excitement and it broadened my horizons about what the industry was all about.” Show More Less John Taft Vice Chairman, BairdI began the program in 2010 when I was Allied Securities’ chief strategy officer and continued the program after joining BrightScope. My role in both companies involves understanding the major trends shaping the industry, and working with the wealth management firms to see how these trends impact their business. SII has enabled me to improve our business model and innovate new products and services by helping me understand the macro trends and impact on the finance industry’s value chain. The relationships I developed with like-minded leaders have broadened my network. One course I took twice was on executive influencing. You do things to influence others instinctively but a program like this allows you to put those concepts into a framework and a discipline. Influencing skills are important when you are driving innovation and change. I absolutely will apply what I learned at Wharton in my workplace.” Show More Less Sonia Ahuja Head, Business Development and Strategy, BrightScope, a privately held business intelligence firm in San Diego Date, Location, & FeesMarch 9 – 14, 2025Philadelphia, PA Apply Now Logistics InformationInternational Travel Information »Plan Your Stay » In Partnership With Contact UsTo learn more about this program, visit the Securities Industry Institute® website, or contact them by phone. +1.212.313.1108 sii@sifma.org The Securities Industry Institute Program Goes VirtualRead the article from Wharton@Work
