Harvard Business School

Succeeding as a Strategic CFO

Harvard Business School

Finance

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Last date to apply: September 14, 2026 · Program starts on September 23, 2026

About Programme

No longer just gatekeepers of financial information, today's CFOs are key strategic partners who fulfill a broad set of responsibilities.

In Succeeding as a Strategic CFO, emerging and evolving CFOs will develop in key areas of strategy, communication, and leadership. Alongside other senior financial leaders, you will gain the tools and insights needed to deliver greater results in your role.

Programme Content

Leverage the frameworks and tools of value-based management

Evaluate common financial policies and analyze the tradeoffs that emerge with financial decision-making

Become a trusted strategic partner to the CEO—take action grounded in financial metrics but not limited by them

Strengthen your leadership capabilities and energize your team

Gain confidence in leadership situations outside your areas of expertise

Grow into a more effective communicator and advocate for actions that create value

Programme Audience

New CFOs who want to enhance their strategic oversight and leadership skills

CFOs of smaller or divisional entities who are transitioning to larger entities

Evolving CFOs taking on increased responsibilities

Finance professionals—such as analysts, treasurers, controllers, and those in financial planning and analysis—seeking to enhance their strategic acumen

Financial leaders from early-stage companies or tech backgrounds, as well as government and nonprofit financial leaders seeking to be more effective in their roles

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