Preparing To Be A Corporate Director

Start:

Sun, 14 Mar 2021, 09:00

End:

Wed, 17 Mar 2021, 18:00

Website:

https://iii.hm/corporatedirecter21

Venue:

Find HBS On Social Media

Exhibit

Symposia

Workshops

Organiser

Sponsor

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.

Key Benefits

This virtual board-readiness program examines best practices for corporate boards and explores options and opportunities in corporate board service. You will gain a greater understanding of the role and responsibilities of corporate directors and the challenges you can expect to face in that role. By completing this program, you will signal that you are equipped with the core knowledge needed to be effective as a corporate director.

Maximize 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 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 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 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 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.