4 Top CEOs with Liberal Education Background

How often have you heard “Humanities is for the weaker students”? While most might find it vital to have a Management or Engineering degree to succeed in life, many of the top industry leaders posit it differently. They seem to have expanded the purview of liberal courses, beyond the generic “soft skills” tag. After all, studying liberal courses is not just limited to learning these skills but is also key to developing a scientific attitude. So today we are talking about 4 top CEOs who emerged as world leaders with their liberal course background.??

Oprah Winfrey- Harpo Communications?

The one in all Oprah Winfrey graduated with a communication degree from the Tennessee State University and set up her own media house. Apart from owning the famous Harpo Communications, Oprah also realizes the importance of education, and helps underprivileged young girls seek education. Her soft skills and compassionate attitude make her one of the most successful people of 2023.??

Steve Jobs- Apple?

One of the most famous personalities of the year, Steve Jobs, the owner of Apple was enrolled in Creative Humanities in Reeds University. One would seldom believe he is a college dropout with his achievements and innovations. He was in fact, one of the most significant corporate leaders with a Humanities background. He showed the potential of liberal courses by weaving human experience with technology.??

Anand Mahindra – Mahindra Group?

Securing a position at the top Indian billionaires, Anand Mahindra is a graduate on Film Studies and Architecture from the Harvard University. He not only used his liberal background and skills to challenge mainstream ideas, but also used an innovative mind to take Mahindra where it is today.??

Michael Eisner- Walt Disney?

The former CEO of the world’s largest media company, Walt Disney, Michael Eisner is a graduate in English Literature and Theatre from Denison University. He not only took Walt Disney to new heights, but also developed several innovative ideas to offer the best viewing experience to its users. He was also known for his leadership skills and strategies.??

The list doesn’t end here; evidently, liberal courses carve out the best leaders of the world. Compassionate, empathetic, and innovative, liberal education has helped global leaders develop into true social beings and the torch bearers of a progressive world.??

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