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Unlock the Power of Business Knowledge in Just 30 Minutes a Day!
Are you ready to elevate your business acumen without committing years or a fortune to traditional MBA programs? Welcome to "The Slightly Smarter 30-Day MBA," a transformative online course designed to make you smarter, more informed, and more capable in just 30 days.
Comprehensive Coverage: This program covers 10 essential business subjects, each broken down into three digestible sections. You’ll gain insights into Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Data Analysis, Marketing Management, Operations Management, Strategic Management, Organizational Behavior, and Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility.
Bite-Sized Learning: Each day, you'll receive an email with a 15-minute reading and a 15-minute exercise or case study. Our expertly curated content ensures you grasp key concepts quickly and apply them effectively. Spend just 30 minutes a day to become slightly smarter and significantly more knowledgeable.
Real-World Applications: Our program isn’t just about theory. You'll learn from top business books and tackle real-world case studies. This hands-on approach ensures you can immediately apply what you’ve learned to your career or business.
Expertly Curated Content: We’ve handpicked lessons from some of the best business books by renowned authors. Each day’s content is designed to build on the previous day’s learning, providing a seamless and enriching educational experience.
Flexible and Convenient: With our online format, you can learn at your own pace, on your own schedule. Whether you’re at home, in the office, or on the go, our program fits into your busy lifestyle.
Cost-Effective: While Slightly Smarter is not an accredited institution, it doesn't come with the hefty price tag of traditional MBA programs. Save approximately $200,000 and 23 months by choosing our efficient and affordable course.
MEET PROFESSOR SMARTY MARTY
Guiding you through this journey is Professor Smarty Marty, an expert known for making complex concepts easy to understand. With his engaging teaching style and approachable demeanor, Professor Smarty Marty ensures that each lesson is both enjoyable and memorable.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Day 1: Key Takeaways from "Microeconomics for Managers" by David M. Kreps
Exercise: Supply and Demand Analysis
Day 2: Key Takeaways from "Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness" by Richard H. Thaler and Cass R. Sunstein
Exercise: Designing a Nudge for a Business Scenario
Day 3: Key Takeaways from "The Undercover Economist" by Tim Harford
Case Study: Market Structures and Pricing Strategies
Day 4: Key Takeaways from "Macroeconomics" by N. Gregory Mankiw
Exercise: Analyzing GDP and Inflation
Day 5: Key Takeaways from "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
Case Study: The 2008 Financial Crisis
Day 6: Key Takeaways from "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner
Exercise: Incentives and Economic Behavior
Day 7: Key Takeaways from "Financial Intelligence" by Karen Berman and Joe Knight
Exercise: Reading Financial Statements
Day 8: Key Takeaways from "The Essentials of Finance and Accounting for Nonfinancial Managers" by Edward Fields
Exercise: Financial Ratio Analysis
Day 9: Key Takeaways from "Financial Statements" by Thomas Ittelson
Case Study: Analyzing a Company's Financial Health
Day 10: Key Takeaways from "Principles of Corporate Finance" by Richard A. Brealey, Stewart C. Myers, and Franklin Allen
Exercise: Investment Decision-Making
Day 11: Key Takeaways from "The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham
Case Study: Analyzing an Investment Opportunity
Day 12: Key Takeaways from "Corporate Finance: Theory and Practice" by Aswath Damodaran
Exercise: Capital Structure and Valuation
Day 13: Key Takeaways from "Data Science for Business" by Foster Provost and Tom Fawcett
Exercise: Data Mining Techniques
Day 14: Key Takeaways from "Competing on Analytics" by Thomas H. Davenport and Jeanne G. Harris
Case Study: Using Analytics to Improve Business Performance
Day 15: Key Takeaways from "Naked Statistics" by Charles Wheelan
Exercise: Basic Statistical Analysis
Day 16: Key Takeaways from "Marketing Management" by Philip Kotler and Kevin Lane Keller
Exercise: Market Segmentation and Targeting
Day 17: Key Takeaways from "Consumer Behavior" by Michael R. Solomon
Case Study: Consumer Behavior Analysis
Day 18: Key Takeaways from "Marketing Research" by Naresh K. Malhotra
Exercise: Designing a Market Research Study
Day 19: Key Takeaways from "The Goal" by Eliyahu M. Goldratt
Exercise: Identifying and Addressing Bottlenecks
Day 20: Key Takeaways from "Operations Management" by Lee J. Krajewski, Manoj K. Malhotra, and Larry P. Ritzman
Case Study: Supply Chain Management
Day 21: Key Takeaways from "Lean Thinking" by James P. Womack and Daniel T. Jones
Exercise: Implementing Lean Practices
Day 22: Key Takeaways from "Competitive Strategy" by Michael E. Porter
Exercise: Analyzing Competitive Forces
Day 23: Key Takeaways from "Good Strategy Bad Strategy" by Richard Rumelt
Case Study: Evaluating Business Strategies
Day 24: Key Takeaways from "Blue Ocean Strategy" by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne
Exercise: Creating Uncontested Market Space
Day 25: Key Takeaways from "Drive" by Daniel H. Pink
Exercise: Designing a Motivation Strategy
Day 26: Key Takeaways from "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni
Case Study: Building Effective Teams
Day 27: Key Takeaways from "Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman
Exercise: Developing Emotional Intelligence
Day 28: Key Takeaways from "Corporate Social Responsibility" by Philip Kotler and Nancy Lee
Exercise: Designing a CSR Program
Day 29: Key Takeaways from "Ethics in the Real World" by Peter Singer
Case Study: Addressing an Ethical Dilemma
Day 30: Key Takeaways from "Conscious Capitalism" by John Mackey and Rajendra Sisodia
Exercise: Balancing Purpose and Profit
By the end of this program, you’ll not only be slightly smarter, but you’ll also have a robust foundation in business management. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply looking to enhance your business knowledge, "The Slightly Smarter 30-Day MBA" is your gateway to success.
Sign up today and take the first step towards a brighter, more informed future. Transform your business understanding and become the leader you aspire to be – all in just 30 days!
Best,
Professor Smarty Marty and The Slightly Smarter Team