IMD Board Readiness Diploma
Position yourself as a future-fit board member
The IMD Board Readiness Diploma equips executive directors and aspiring board members to confidently take up a board mandate. Participants will explore the principles, practices, and behaviors necessary for effective board directorship and reinforce their learning through multiple exercises and activities.
The learning journey ensures that they have the knowledge and skills to confidently serve on and contribute to a board.
After completing the diploma and accumulating boardroom experience, participants can continue their learning journey and obtain the IMD Board Director Diploma.
- Meet your dedicated coach and discuss your learning goals.
- Start your learning journal, identifying your journey objectives.
Online, 5 weeks, 6-8 hours per week
Begin with the core program, Mastering Board Governance. Learn how a board functions and understand good governance principles. Engage in weekly board simulations with feedback.
On campus, three 2-day programs
Continue with the programs of your choice, focusing on key areas that bring value to the boardroom:
Online
Complete your learning journey with a board simulation, and finance and governance assessments.
After gaining relevant and substantive board experience, continue your journey with the High Performance Boards program to earn the IMD Board Director Diploma.
You will engage in a range of activities aimed at supporting your development of key governance capabilities and prompting reflection about the implications for you as a board member.
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IMD board diploma graduates speak about their learning experience, just after receiving their diplomas.