GE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
For
Entry-Level & Experienced
Prepared by: Christy Thornton Presented by: James LeMeilleur
ENTRY-LEVEL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Combines
responsible and important job assignments along with formal classroom studies rotational assignments provide the trainee with a broad and valuable experience
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ENTRY-LEVEL DEVELOPMENT
India United States
Southeast Asia
Australia
Mexico
Japan
Canada
Europe
China
ENTRY-LEVEL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS
Communications Engineering Finance Information Technology Sales & Marketing Manufacturing/Operations
BUSINESSES THAT OFFER THE SALES & MARKETING ~ ENTRY-LEVEL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM ~
GE Energy GE Money NBC Universal
GE Healthcare GE Industrial, Consumer & Industrial Motors GE Industrial, Consumer & Industrial GE Infrastructure, Water & Process Technologies GE Industrial, Fanuc
EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
At GE, employee’s can work on extraordinary projects with some of the top innovators in their fields
They can also advance their career by leaps and bounds with the Experienced-Level Leadership Training programs.
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT
United States Southeast Asia Japan/Korea
Middle - East
Europe Latin Amercia
EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS
Corporate Audit Staff Human Resources Sales & Marketing
BUSINESSES THAT OFFER SALES & MARKETING ~ EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS ~
Commercial Finance
Industrial, Equipment Services
GE Money NBC Universal
Healthcare Industrial, Security
Industrial, Fanuc Infrastructure, Aviation
Infrastructure, Energy/ Oil & Gas
Industrial, Industrial
Consumer
&
Infrastructure, Transportation Infrastructure, Water
ENTRY-LEVEL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM ~ IN SALES & MARKETING ~
Offers a core curriculum that fosters the development of commercial skills and techniques that are critical to success in all GE businesses.
Structure and additional training are determined at the business
Although the training approach may vary for the different companies the end results are always the same.
CLP prepares candidates for a successful career in sales or marketing
PARTICIPANTS QUALIFICATIONS ~ ENTRY-LEVEL PROGRAM ~
Basic Qualifications: BA/BS in a Business related field 1-2 years of relevant work experience Demonstrated relationship management skills Strong project management skills Strong proven Leadership Skills Superior oral and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex information Analytic or experimental design experience, with an understanding of customer segmentation Targeting and statistical modeling Strong PC skills Geographic flexibility/mobility a must
LENGTH OF THE ENTRY-LEVEL PROGRAM
1 year
DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES ~ ENTRY-LEVEL PROGRAMS ~
The Commercial Leadership Program develops marketing and sales skills through a strong core curriculum and challenging assignments in key sales and/or marketing roles in a technology, industrial, media, or financial services business. The structure of the Commercial Leadership Program may vary based on the needs of the different GE businesses and the industries they serve.
The Commercial Leadership Program is a program that prepares candidates for a successful career in sales or marketing by providing the opportunity to learn about our products, industry, and customers while simultaneously making valuable contributions to the organization.
EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM ~ IN SALES & MARKETING ~
Uses a structured program combining coursework, job assignments and interactive seminars.
Candidates of this program are hired into one of the businesses offered by GE.
Commercial Finance GE Money NBC Universal Healthcare Industrial, Security Industrial, Consumer & Industrial
PARTICIPANTS QUALIFICATIONS ~ EXPERIENCED PROGRAM ~
Candidate Criteria: MBA with 2-4 years marketing or sales experience Bachelor's Degree with 4-6 years marketing or sales experience Product marketing experience preferred Private label credit card or retail experience preferred Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills Strong strategic thinking skills Creative and innovative Geographic mobility Second language preferred (English required) Unrestricted work authorization in the United States
LENGTH OF THE EXPERIENCED PROGRAM
Experienced Level Program
A two-year program consisting of four six-month, rotational assignments within the commercial function of a GE business
DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES ~ EXPERIENCED PROGRAMS ~
This program consists of four six-month, rotational assignments within the commercial function at a GE business
Two rotations are Marketing focused and two are Sales focused
Program participants strengthen their commercial, business, and leadership skills by completing an intensive curriculum consisting of eight weeks of classroom training and in-residence global symposiums at the John F. Welch Learning Center
In addition to hands-on job assignments all program participants will complete two weeks of Six Sigma Black Belt training and participate in customer-focused projects
Geographic mobility is a requirement for this program
GE’S LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
Use all four approaches to employee development
Formal education Assessment Job experiences Interpersonal relationships
“Senior Leadership took the time to mentor me, which helped me, transition from university theory into reality; I was treated as equally as experienced staff whilst GE recognized I needed support from the program”
JOHN F. WELCH LEADERSHIP CENTER
Worldwide, GE invests about $1 billion annually on training and education programs to develop some of the best leaders and some of the most widely practiced business techniques. The centerpiece of its commitment to excellence in leadership development is the John F. Welch Leadership Center at Crotonville, the world's first major corporate business school.