Background

As organizations face unprecedented complexity in navigating global dynamics, aspiring directors must prepare to bridge the gap between traditional governance practices and the demands of an innovative, value-driven future. Leadership at the board level requires a deep understanding of strategic oversight, organizational culture, and stakeholder expectations, combined with the agility to adapt to shifting economic, regulatory, and technological trends. Becoming a corporate board member today does not seem as easy as being a senior executive, because it brings with it additional complexities and unique responsibilities which differ from other senior management and operational roles.

Generally, increased diversity in the boardroom is almost always connected to stronger corporate performance, which is not just about gender and ethnicity, but more of candidates with disparate ages, experience levels, and seasoned professional with high level of technical quality. These critical backgrounds offer valuable insights and priceless in today’s business environment. Board members continually face new challenges like diversity, sustainability, and digital & technological advancements. To successfully carry out a board mandate, directors must have a general overview of an organisation’s operational activities and corporate governance, including an understanding of its exposure to risk and strategic direction.

This programme is designed to help senior leaders, newly appointed board members, and those being prepared for board roles, to acquire requisite skills and knowledge imperative for effective discharge of board responsibilities. Also, the programme not only prepares these senior executives for board roles but also empowers them to shape resilient organizations that can withstand and leverage the forces of disruption for long-term success.

Learning Outcome

• Develop a strong understanding of corporate governance and board dynamics to lead with transparency, foster collaboration, and ensure accountability.
• Gain a practical understanding of directors’ key responsibilities to lead ethically, enhance board efficiency, and drive impactful decisions.
• Develop skills to interpret financial data, assess risks, and make strategic decisions for long-term growth.
• Acquire essential skills for building high-performing boards, focusing on leadership, innovation, and addressing governance challenges for growth.

Learning Objectives

• Understand boardroom dynamics, focusing on directors’ role in governance, collaboration, and decision-making.
• Equip directors with knowledge of their responsibilities, ethical duties, and best practices for long-term success.
• Learn to design and maintain effective board structures and committees to navigate challenges and drive performance.
• Develop strategic thinking to lead the organization toward sustainable growth and value creation.
• Enhance financial literacy to interpret data, assess performance, and make informed decisions for growth and stability.

Target Participants

• Newly appointed Board Members in FSS and non-financial organisations without prior experience of the role.
• Senior Consultants, Professionals, and Executives without Board experience.
• Senior Family Business Leaders and controlling shareholders of Boards of small & medium family companies.
• Executives of government and non-profit organisations and agencies
• Senior Professionals from institutional investment community.
• Senior Executives (CEO, COO, CFO, CIO etc.)

Course Content

• Mastering Boardroom Dynamics: Strengthening Governance and Collaborative Decision-Making
• Elevating Board Effectiveness: Responsibilities and Best Practices for Directors
• Board Structures and Committees: Navigating Oversight and Emerging Challenges
• Strategic Leadership: Driving Organizational Growth and Sustainability
• Financial Acumen for Boards: Insights for Sound Decision-Making

Building High-Performing Boards: Competencies for Aspiring and Current Directors