Expand your leadership skill set

The Board Directors' Programme equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to become an effective board member. It will debunk the myths and provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the role.

Informed by Henley's extensive global research, the programme empowers you to diagnose and respond to your board's specific challenges.

Small yet diverse learning groups give you a confidential forum in which you can share your experiences. You will also learn through stimulating practitioner-led sessions and high profile guest speakers.

NOTE

All programmes are subject to limited availability. We recommend booking a minimum of 6 weeks before the programme start date, to guarantee sufficient time for your enrolment and on-boarding.

The programme is delivered in person. An engaging and stimulating experience that will give you a unique insight into the boardroom.

The programme is based around practitioner-led experiences and research. Over the sessions you will be introduced to a number of high-profile board experts who will share their knowledge and expertise in frank and open conversations and presentations. Through confidential group discussion, questioning and sharing your own challenges, you will get an in depth understanding of what really goes on in the boardroom and how you can make the best contribution.

The programme offers a personal approach, with close interaction with the Programme.

Participant groups are small, with a maximum of 15-20 people. It is delivered over 2 days in-person on our Greenlands campus.

Board structure and responsibilities

• The composition, role and dynamics of boards, including director relationships and their effect on the functioning of the board
• Board diversity
• The contribution of sub-committees and non-executive directors

Strategic performance (your own, your board's and your organisation's)

• How to engage fully with stakeholders
• How to influence and effectively manage relations
• When boards become dysfunctional
• Your organisation’s competitive advantage and how to leverage it
• Governance and its role in sustainable success
• The importance of corporate, social and community responsibility and reputation

The programme also covers:

• Role and contribution of investors
• How to get on to a Board
• Moral dilemmas

Set in sweeping parkland on the banks of the River Thames, Henley Business School's Greenlands campus provides an inspiring and reflective environment for focused work and study.

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For 80 years, Henley Business School has developed confident and resilient business leaders. Executive Education at Henley is:

• Practical: we combine academic rigour with a strong practical focus, so you can immediately apply what you have learned back in your organisation.
• Relevant: Henley faculty are experienced practitioners who can support you in exploring solutions to your organisation’s challenges.
• Collaborative: Open programmes enable you to expand your network, gain new perspectives and share ideas with peers from a range of backgrounds and sectors.
• Personal: deliberately small learning groups allow you to benefit from individual attention and a confidential environment. We encourage you to understand your unique strengths, leadership style, and areas for development.