Preparing to Be a Corporate Director—Virtual
"Most senior executives know what a board generally is, but they haven't been on the other side of the table."
"Most senior executives know what a board generally is, but they haven't been on the other side of the table."
Summary
What does it take to succeed as a corporate director? For senior executives interested in joining a corporate board, preparation is key, as board service presents unique responsibilities, dynamics, risks, and opportunities. It also calls for a distinctive set of skills. This live online program will equip you with critical tools and insights that will enhance your readiness for corporate board service and enable you to make a lasting contribution at the highest level of an organization.
You may also be interested in the related program: Preparing to Be a Corporate Director.
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Summary
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What does it take to succeed as a corporate director? For senior executives interested in joining a corporate board, preparation is key, as board service presents unique responsibilities, dynamics, risks, and opportunities. It also calls for a distinctive set of skills. This live online program will equip you with critical tools and insights that will enhance your readiness for corporate board service and enable you to make a lasting contribution at the highest level of an organization.
You may also be interested in the related program: Preparing to Be a Corporate Director.
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Maximize your contribution as a board directorMaximize your contribution as a board director
- Confidently assume the role of corporate director, including legal and fiduciary duties
- Develop the competence and knowledge to manage critical board tasks
- Appreciate the role and function of the board chair and board committees, especially those related to audit, compensation, and nomination
- Engage in collaborative decision-making with colleagues who may have differing perspectives
Expand your leadership capabilitiesExpand your leadership capabilities
- Add value to an organization by overseeing its leadership and strategic direction
- Deepen your awareness of current and emerging issues facing boards and companies
- Balance the demands of shareholders with those of other stakeholders in driving long-term corporate performance
- Interact more effectively with your company's board as a senior executive
- Become "CEO ready" by using board service as an executive development tool
Analyze board opportunitiesAnalyze board opportunities
- Evaluate opportunities for board service in various contexts and organizations
- Perform due diligence before joining a board
- Assess the time and commitment required to serve on a board
- Determine the ideal time to join a board and the opportunity where you can make your greatest contribution
Develop a personal strategy for your board careerDevelop a personal strategy for your board career
- Clarify your reasons and motivations for joining a board
- Develop a thoughtful plan for integrating board service into your career
- Plan how you will balance the board director role with a full-time position
- Manage your personal reputation as a board director, especially in moments of organizational crisis
Expand your personal and professional networkExpand your personal and professional network
- Extend your network by connecting and working with accomplished executives from various backgrounds, industries, and countries around the globe
- Build relationships with a diverse group of peers who can provide wide-ranging insights into your business challenges and career decisions
Who Should Attend
- Senior executives who are interested in serving on a corporate board
- Executives who are retired or preparing for retirement and considering board opportunities
- C-level executives who are board-facing (e.g., CEO, CFO, CHRO, CSO) and seek to strengthen their leadership capabilities
- Partners from audit or consulting firms
- Partners and executives of private equity and venture capital firms
- Nonprofit board directors who aspire to serve on corporate boards
- New board members who are in small and medium sized firms
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 2 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
- Senior executives who are interested in serving on a corporate board
- Executives who are retired or preparing for retirement and considering board opportunities
- C-level executives who are board-facing (e.g., CEO, CFO, CHRO, CSO) and seek to strengthen their leadership capabilities
- Partners from audit or consulting firms
- Partners and executives of private equity and venture capital firms
- Nonprofit board directors who aspire to serve on corporate boards
- New board members who are in small and medium sized firms
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 2 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
Leaders in Virtual Learning
When you participate in a virtual HBS Executive Education program, you benefit from a powerful learning experience carefully designed with a virtual setting in mind. Through live, synchronous program sessions you'll engage directly with our renowned faculty to learn from their latest research, gain actionable takeaways, and facilitate your growth. In addition, virtual discussion groups will connect you to a global group of peers and build your network.
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Leaders in Virtual Learning
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When you participate in a virtual HBS Executive Education program, you benefit from a powerful learning experience carefully designed with a virtual setting in mind. Through live, synchronous program sessions you'll engage directly with our renowned faculty to learn from their latest research, gain actionable takeaways, and facilitate your growth. In addition, virtual discussion groups will connect you to a global group of peers and build your network.
Dive Deeper into the ExperienceGlobal perspectives > Leadership growth > Organizational impact.Four participants of our live online programs share their experiences.
Admissions Criteria and Process
"Most senior executives know what a board generally is, but they haven't been on the other side of the table."