Who should attend

The Women's Directorship Programme is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to demonstrate they are ready for the responsibilities of the boardroom as a Director or Non-Executive Director.  It also serves women who are currently serving on boards, who want to improve their skills and knowledge to a world-class level. 

All participants are required to meet a number of requirements in order to ensure that the programme is conducted to suit a certain skillset and level of understanding. These requirements ensure all participants gain maximum benefit from the programme:

• Working in a leadership role for five years or more

• Financial exposure / responsibility for P&L

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Interested participants should submit their biography and CV below. 

2023 programme details

This six-day programme, split into two sessions of three days each, will allow participants to fully immerse themselves in the learning experience and network with international peers, away from the distractions of daily life.

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There are six modules, which include:

• The Real-World Roles of Board and Committee Members

• Strategic and Collaborative Leadership

• Persuasive Communication and Conflict Resolution

• Public Company and Securities Market Regulation

• Ethics and Compliance

• Board Simulation exercise

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Participants have the opportunity to meet and network with counterparts from different industries and functions, in addition to enhancing their network through the involvement of influential guest speakers. 

Other details

Tuition fee: USD$12,950

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Held at The University of Hong Kong’s Cyberport Campus, the programme will involve interactive sessions with industry leaders such as:

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• Donald Brydon, Ex-Chairman of the London Stock Exchange and Chairman of Sage Group

• Ruth Markland, Senior iNED of Quilter and iNED Arcadis 

• Anne Minto, iNED of Shire and Tate & Lyle

• Jean-Pascal Tricoire, Chairman & CEO of Schneider Electric

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The programme aims to open doors for the participants, serving to change the face of boardrooms worldwide.

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Program Certificate:

Upon successful completion of the programme and an examination, a Certificate on Board Directorship Program with QR Registration No.13/00264/L6 will be awarded to participants.