Make a meaningful contribution to corporate governance
What is the role and responsibility of a board? How can governance make or break an organization? How can good governance contribute to society?
Effective governance is a key driver of growth and, increasingly, a distinctive competitive advantage for any organization. IMD’s Mastering Board Governance program will give you a deep understanding of the principles and practices of good governance, and the roles and responsibilities of a board.
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 will learn from examples of governance successes and failures in various industries and locations, and apply these learnings to your own context.
Every week, you will connect with a group of your online classmates for an immersive board simulation. You will all have the chance to take on the key roles of Chair,Vice-Chair, and Company Secretary as you tackle specific tasks. Experienced board coaches give you feedback on the content and dynamics of your corporate governance work, and a jury of leading board members assesses your group’s final ‘investor pitch’.
The program will build your understanding of effective business decision-making and group dynamics and enable you to make meaningful contributions to a board. It can be taken as a standalone program or as the first step in the IMD Board Readiness Diploma pathway.




Join us on 29 April 2025



Join us on 29 April 2025
Your learning journey spans 5 weeks, with a weekly time commitment of 6–8 hours. Each week features clear learning objectives and deliverables. Every week, you will connect with a group of your online classmates for an immersive board simulation where you’ll take on key board roles and tackle real-world governance challenges together.
You will be accompanied by a dedicated executive coach who provides weekly feedback and support, helping you apply what you learn to your own context.
One-on-one coaching
Throughout your online learning, you’ll be accompanied by an experienced IMD executive coach who will challenge you, encourage you, and provide valuable feedback on your weekly assignments. Together, you’ll dive deeper into the program content and make it meaningful to your own professional context. Your interactions will take place via video, in writing, and over the phone.

Achieve your goals
Your expert coach helps you:
Define your learning objectives and stay on track.
Review your progress on a weekly basis.
Overcome your challenges.
Apply what you learn to your own context.
When we say “real impact”, we mean it. After attending an IMD online program in 2024, 98% of participants stated:
“I gained fresh knowledge and insights.”
“I gained practical tools and ideas.”
“I could better choose and focus on priorities.”
“I felt more confident about myself.”

Designed for impact and delivered for you, IMD’s online programs help you achieve your aspirations wherever you are in your career or the world. Here’s what makes the IMD online program experience exceptional.
Length: 5 weeks (6-8 hours per week)
Application deadline closes 7 days before the session starts.



Two pathways to board excellence
