September 7, 2025

Unlocking Cultural Strategy: Key Learning Pillars of the Mini-MBA Program

POKV’s Mini-MBA in Strategy & Pop Culture stands out with a carefully curated curriculum that targets the cultural context of strategy. Participants dive deep into several transformative modules including:

  • Behavioural Insights & Human Truths – to understand the core drivers behind human action Pop Culture Varsity
  • Trendspotting + Foresight Design – to identify and design for emerging shifts before they become mainstream Pop Culture Varsity
  • Cultural Strategy & Brand Meaning – shaping brand positioning rooted in emotional and cultural relevance Pop Culture Varsity
  • Pop Culture as Brand Engine – leveraging music, film, creators, memes, and movements to drive engagement Pop Culture Varsity
  • Narrative Architecture & Storytelling Systems – crafting messaging frameworks that resonate across platforms Pop Culture Varsity
  • Cultural Mapping & Anthropology – tapping into lived experiences and context for more impactful strategy Pop Culture Varsity
  • Platform Strategy – mastering how culture spreads across digital and social ecosystems Pop Culture Varsity
  • Applied Strategy Sprint & Final Project: Decode Africa – hands-on briefs to apply cultural insights in real-time Pop Culture Varsity

These modules empower participants to blend creative cultural intelligence with strategic business acumen.