Training on Advanced Leadership for Directors & Board Members
Strengthen board leadership with advanced governance, strategy, and risk management skills for directors and executives.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course is designed to strengthen the leadership capabilities of directors and board members, equipping them with advanced tools to navigate governance challenges, drive organizational performance, and make strategic decisions. The course integrates leadership theory, governance frameworks, and real-world case studies to help board leaders excel in dynamic and complex environments.
Who Should Attend
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Board chairs and members.
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Executive and non-executive directors.
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Senior leadership teams.
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Governance and policy advisors.
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Aspiring directors preparing for board roles.
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
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Apply advanced leadership skills in governance and oversight.
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Balance fiduciary duties with organizational strategy.
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Strengthen board effectiveness through collaboration and accountability.
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Analyze and manage risks, crises, and ethical dilemmas.
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Lead with vision to influence organizational sustainability and impact.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Advanced Leadership and Board Effectiveness
- Characteristics of high performing boards and leadership teams
- Distinction between leadership and governance responsibilities
- Roles and responsibilities of directors in organizational success
- Building effective board dynamics and accountability
- Case Study: Transforming ineffective boards into high performing governance teams
Module 2: Strategic Decision Making in the Boardroom
- Aligning organizational strategy with board oversight responsibilities
- Scenario planning and strategic foresight for directors
- Tools and frameworks for evaluating strategic options
- Enhancing decision making in complex environments
- Practical: Strategic decision making exercise for board scenarios
- Case Study: Board level strategic transformation initiatives
Module 3: Governance, Ethics, and Fiduciary Duties
- Fiduciary responsibilities and director accountability
- Ethical leadership and governance best practices
- Managing ethical dilemmas in leadership and governance
- Strengthening governance structures and compliance frameworks
- Case Study: Governance and ethics challenges in organizations
- Practical: Evaluate governance risks and ethical scenarios
Module 4: Risk Oversight and Crisis Leadership
- Board responsibilities in enterprise risk management
- Crisis leadership and organizational resilience strategies
- Crisis response and decision making frameworks for directors
- Strengthening oversight during uncertainty and disruption
- Practical: Boardroom crisis simulation exercise
- Case Study: Leadership during organizational crises and disruptions
Module 5: Future Focused Leadership for Boards
- Navigating digital transformation and emerging governance trends
- Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) leadership considerations
- Building resilience, sustainability, and stakeholder trust
- Succession planning and future leadership development
- Case Study: Future ready boards and sustainable governance practices
- Practical: Develop a future focused board leadership action plan
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Strengthened board oversight and governance.
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Improved strategic alignment and decision-making.
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Enhanced accountability and stakeholder confidence.
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Better handling of risks, crises, and ethical challenges.
Personal Impact
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Advanced leadership and governance expertise.
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Stronger boardroom communication and influence skills.
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Ability to balance strategic vision with fiduciary duties.
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Career growth in high-level governance roles.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
- NakuruNext
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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For corporate teams
Training 10+ professionals?
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