About Programme
Chairing practice has evolved due to geopolitical and macroeconomic instability, societal tensions, and complex stakeholder dynamics.
IMD’s Role of the Chair program gives you a deep understanding of how impactful board chairs fulfill their roles and responsibilities, and the practices they adopt to uphold the highest governance standards. It also explores the crucial role of committee chairs in leading discussions, anticipating blind spots, and interfacing for decision-making.
A strong chair-CEO relationship is essential for corporate leadership. The program teaches indicators of a healthy relationship and how to address dysfunctions. Leading board and committee chairs share their experiences, including crisis management, ensuring efficient board operations and adherence to the highest corporate governance standards.
Developed and led by the IMD Global Board Center , this program is grounded in the latest insights and best practices, empowering you to lead the future of governance with confidence and foresight.
You can join the program for a standalone learning experience, or as part of the IMD Board Director Diploma .
Examine the role of the ChairExplore the multiple responsibilities of the chair, including fostering a productive board culture by driving inclusive discussions that lead to the highest quality decisions for the organization.
Gain insights into the Chair-CEO relationshipGrasp how effective chairs balance an independent role of challenge and support with the CEO, characterized by significant trust, frequent open communication, and mutual respect of boundaries and roles.
Learn how to develop a strategic board agendaDiscover best practices for setting the board agenda with a focus on strategy, performance, value creation, and accountability.
Understand the chair’s role as the link between board and managementLook at how the chair builds links between the board and management, including through appropriate delegation.
Explore what makes boards and committees effectiveFamiliarize yourself with practices that ensure the board and its committees operate effectively, according to the highest standards of corporate governance.
Alumni Benefits
Successful completion of this program takes you one step closer to joining IMD’s powerful alumni network.
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Testimonials
"The program was very insightful! The faculty’s knowledge transfer and practical board tools were valuable. I really enjoyed the high-paced and open exchanges with a curated, diverse group of peers – and the hands-on experience from seasoned chairs. Overall, this program provided me with new inspiration in effectively chairing meetings and being a good steward."
Giuseppe Zafarana
Chairman, Eni SpA, Italy
"Role of the Chair equipped me with actionable insights that I immediately implemented by refining our governance framework. The course’s practical focus has truly enhanced my effectiveness as a board chair."
Denise Koopmans
Committee chair of Royal BAM Group (NL), Swiss Post (CH) and Cicor (CH), and Board member of Norma Group (DE)
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Jeannette Kroepfli-Murga
Chair of the Board of Directors
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Board Member, Lead Independent Director and Chair of Audit Committee, Eni, Italy
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