BUS 30 — Leading the Future of Finance
Quarter: Spring
Instructor(s): Kim Vogel
Date(s): Apr 29—May 27
Class Recording Available: Yes
Class Meeting Day: Wednesdays
Class Meeting Time: 6:00—7:50 pm (PT)
Tuition: $485
Refund Deadline: May 1
Unit(s): 1
Enrollment Limit: 40
Status: Registration opens Feb 23, 8:30 am (PT)
Quarter: Spring
Day: Wednesdays
Duration: 5 weeks
Time: 6:00—7:50 pm (PT)
Date(s): Apr 29—May 27
Unit(s): 1
Tuition: $485
Refund Deadline: May 1
Instructor(s): Kim Vogel
Enrollment Limit: 40
Recording Available: Yes
Status: Registration opens Feb 23, 8:30 am (PT)
Automation, AI, and real-time data are transforming how finance creates value. As technology takes over routine analysis, finance professionals are increasingly evaluated on their ability to interpret data, shape strategy, and lead teams through change.
This course equips participants with the strategic mindset and leadership skills to thrive in this evolving landscape. Students will explore three complementary roles that define modern finance leadership:
- The Data Scientist—translates numbers into clear insights that influence executives, investors, boards, and teams
- The Architect—designs systems and processes that create alignment and speed
- The Navigator—connects financial signals to business strategy to guide decisions
KIM VOGEL
Public Board Director
Kim Vogel is a public company board director and former CFO with more than 30 years of experience in financial services, fintech, and technology. She chairs audit committees across multiple public companies and has led organizations through capital raises, M&A, and IPO readiness. Previously, she was a CFO and founding investor with mobile banking pioneer mFoundry, helping transform how consumers engage with financial institutions. Vogel received an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Textbooks for this course:
There are no required textbooks; however, some fee-based online readings may be assigned.