Women Independent Director Leadership

Learning outcomes

By the end of four days, participants will be able to:

• Interpret the board responsibilities, duties, and liabilities of Independent Directors
• Read and question financial statements, grasp value drivers, capital allocation, risk & controls
• Building leadership capabilities and managing self
• Oversee sustainability/ESG and stakeholder stewardship with a materiality lens
• Strengthen board dynamics: influencing without authority, dissent with respect, and ethical courage
• Foster real connections between governance theory and boardroom challenges.

Contents

The program will focus on following:

• Governance Foundations & Boardcraft
• Finance, Risk & Audit Oversight
• Strategy, Transformation & ESG
• Boardroom Presence & Readiness
• Building leadership capabilities and managing self

Pedagogy

• Case Method | Simulations & role plays
• Peer coaching and feedback on board presence

For Whom

This programme is designed for:

• Senior women leaders (VP/CXO/Founder/Partner) preparing for board roles
• Sitting directors seeking a refresher on governance, finance, and ESG
• Entrepreneurs and professionals (CA/CS/CFA/Advocates) transitioning to oversight roles
• Public sector & nonprofit leaders engaging with governance and stewardship

Prerequisite:

• Minimum 12 years of managerial or P&L experience (preferred).