Last date to apply: November 20, 2026 · Program starts on November 30, 2026
Traditionally, most board appointments are made through informal networks that are especially hard for women to break into. With a focus on the critical issues facing boards today, you will learn how to approach board selection strategically and raise your profile to find your best match.
Women on Boards unpacks the board selection process and provides you with the knowledge you need to instantly drive impact as a new member. You'll also develop the skills and network you need to attain your ideal board appointment.
Examine best practices to learn how high-functioning boards drive value
Explore the legal and regulatory environments affecting boards
Recognize the gender lens—how women are perceived in the boardroom
Understand the politics and pitfalls of corporate networks
Match your skills and talents to the board's specific needs
Raise your profile among directors, founders, and funders
Disrupt the established lines of succession and become the winning candidate
Senior businesswomen who hold positions in large established companies ranging from division head to CEO—or who are retired from such positions
Women in senior executive roles who currently sit on nonprofit or private boards who wish to serve on public corporate boards in any industry
While the program is designed for executives who identify as women or nonbinary, the program is open to all who otherwise fulfill the admissions criteria. Please view our policy on nondiscrimination for more information
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