Preparing to Be a Corporate Director

Prepare to make a strong and lasting contribution on your first corporate board as you delve into directors' roles and responsibilities.

Associated Schools

Harvard Business School

What you'll learn

• Fundamentals of corporate governance
• Influence of board committees
• Opportunities on corporate boards
• Key Responsibilities for board directors
• Group dynamics on a corporate board

Course description

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 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.

This 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.