CNN Boardroom Master Class
Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and Renault shares his insights with students
On 2 June 2008, two hundred London Business Students formed the audience of a CNN International hosted event called ‘The Boardroom Master Class'. The programme, hosted by Todd Benjamin, held an interactive discussion with Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and Renault on his global business philosophy and how he runs two automotive companies on two separate continents.
This was a fantastic opportunity for London Business School students, not only to hear a successful international businessman speak but to ask first hand a range of questions about performing in a global market. It is events such as this, which continue to facilitate and develop students' global business capabilities.
The programme was broken into three sessions. The first focused on transcultural issues, the second on Ghosn's success in turning Nissan around and the last on the automobile industry and, topically, the impact of escalating oil prices.
The filming of the programme was followed by a reception hosted by Ricoh where students had further opportunities, in a more intimate environment, to speak to Ghosn. It was also an excellent opportunity for students to strengthen their relationships with senior members of the business community.
Ghosn's advice to achieve business success to students was to ‘stay focused on your plan ... and go for it!'. Find out what else our students learnt from Ghosn by watching the ‘Boardroom Master Class' on Saturday 14 June at 7am, 3pm and 8pm BST or Sunday 15 June at 7am.
It will also be available for viewing on www.cnn.com/Boardroom after Saturday 14 June.