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Corporate Governance for Executives Program

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Corporate Governance for Executives

Discerning Your Pathway to Board Service

The Corporate Governance for Executives (CGE) program helps executives understand the fundamentals of corporate governance and discern appropriate professional development strategies that will ultimately lead to corporate board service.

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Format
Virtual
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Duration
8 weeks
Users
Audience
Executives across all backgrounds & industries
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Enrollment
Open

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Authentic Voices, Transformative Governance

The Corporate Governance for Executives program is meticulously crafted for ambitious executives bringing diverse thought leadership across all professional backgrounds and industries. We're strategically preparing high-potential leaders for corporate board service within the next 5+ years.

Our program doesn't just teach governance—it empowers you to bring your most genuine, innovative self to the boardroom. When you are authentically present, you unlock unprecedented leadership potential.

Dr. Ivor Horn

"If I am not my authentic self in the boardroom, you are not getting the best of what I have to offer."

Dr. Ivor Horn

Enhance Your Impact

Develop your leadership potential with critical board governance insights that amplify your strategic influence. Gain essential frameworks to drive organizational change.

Insights from Experts

Learn from experienced governance professionals who bring real-world expertise across diverse industries. Get insider knowledge on navigating board dynamics and emerging challenges.

Convenient Schedule

A flexible 8-week fully virtual program, designed to fit your executive schedule while delivering comprehensive learning.

Hands-On Approach

Build practical board leadership skills through interactive exercises, peer learning, and strategic networking. Transform theoretical knowledge into actionable governance expertise.

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CGE Program Inaugural Cohort

Calendar
9/3–9/24/2025
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8:00am–1:00pm PT
Virtual Sessions 1-4
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9/25/2025
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7:00pm–8:00pm PT
Optional Network Cocktail Hour
Location dot Santa Clara, CA
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10/10/2025
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9:00am–3:00pm PT
Tabletop & Personal Action Plan
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10/10/2025
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3:30pm–5:00pm PT
Virtual Networking
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How Boards Work+
What Boards Need+
Dynamics of Board & C-Suite Relationships+
Navigating Emerging Risks in Governance+
Preparing for Future Board Service+
Discerning your Pathway to Board Service+

Alert icon CGE Cohort 2: Can't join us in the fall? A second cohort will be available in early 2026! 

*Program dates and topics are subject to change

Meet our Experts

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Associate Professor, Management

Jo-Ellen Pozner

Corporate Governance, Teams and Culture

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Board Member, Nasdaq U.S. Exchanges

Anita Lynch

Digital Transformation, Increasing Shareholder Value

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C-Suite Executive and Public Board Director, Combat veteran

Ed Magee

Global Supply Chain Management, Operations Leadership

Enrollment & Process
Space is Limited, Enroll Now!

Don’t miss the chance to elevate your path to corporate board service; enrollment is open but space is limited!

Early Bird: $4,950 - register by July 23, 2025
General: $5,500 - register by August 20, 2025
Santa Clara University Alumni: $4,400

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Contact Us

Want more information about the Corporate Governance for Executives program? Reach out to us anytime.

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