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Date
September 22, 2026
Program Duration
2 days
Language
English
Fees
16,675
In Class Training
Riyadh
About Program
An internationally recognized educational and professional qualification in board governance. The program provides the knowledge and practical skills to establish and activate advisory boards, define their roles, and integrate them effectively within modern governance frameworks, while applying global best practices to enhance decision-making, organizational performance, and sustainable growth.
Program Goals
Develop the capability to design, establish, and activate high-impact advisory boards and committees, with clearly defined roles and responsibilities that support organizational growth and strategic decision-making.
Gain insight into modern governance frameworks and internationally recognized standards that enhance transparency, accountability, organizational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.
Turn knowledge into measurable impact by applying global best practices that strengthen organizational performance, operational excellence, and strategic outcomes.
Build valuable connections with a worldwide network of advisory board experts and practitioners through an international alumni community spanning more than 35 countries.
Benefit from ongoing access to industry-leading frameworks, practical tools, and the latest research and insights to stay at the forefront of advisory board and governance excellence.
Program Numbers
30
Participants
Over 10 years Management/Executive Experience
Average years of experience
Join us for an unforgettable journey of exceptional learning
The curriculum is designed to provide global and best in market - best practice and ethics in the establsihiment and management of advisory boards and committees. The curriculum includes: Facilitated masterclass content with the world’s leading authority in advisory boards Global current Case study examples Written case studies for exploration and discussion groups Video interview with a current advisory board case study Self Assessments and practical use of methodologies within the program Study groups and discussion groups on localizing the content Guest speakers with local experience and shared knowledge and experiences
Program Structure
2 Day In Person Program
2 Day In Person Program
12 month Certified Chair Implementation Program (16 hours CPD) and Global Membership
12 month Certified Chair Implementation Program (16 hours CPD) and Global Membership
Program Agenda
In Class Training
Introduction to the ABF101: Advisory Board Best Practice Framework™
Understand drivers and motivations of organisations using advisory boards today
Insight into the relationship of advisory boards with governance boards and executive teams
Explore how an advisory board strategy operates within a broader governance system
Understand the types and models of advisory boards
Explore the ethical boundaries between consultancy, advisory and directorship
In Class Training
Explore best practice methodologies to establish an advisory board
Introduction to tools and resources to establish and manage an advisory board
Learn techniques in building trust through conversation techniques
Understand how to build priorities for the advisory board charter
Learn techniques to identify measurements of success and measurement of impact
Navigate self assessment tools and practical approaches in understanding organisational needs
Gain insight into techniques for advisory board member selection and refreshing advisory boards
In Class Training
Insight into clarity of advisory board purpose
• Explore techniques to manage advisory board protocols within a governance system
Understanding roles and responsibilities and managing internal stakeholders
Insight into managing the risk profile of advisory boards
Insight into best practice techniques in managing the charter, orientation, reports and agenda building
Understand how to link purpose to structure selection, process development and impact measurement
Introduction to managing conversation types at the advisory board table
Explore situational ethics and the Advisory Board Professional Code of Ethics
In Class Training
Insight into clarity of advisory board purpose
Explore techniques to manage advisory board protocols within a governance system
Understanding roles and responsibilities and managing internal stakeholders
Introduction to managing conversation types at the advisory board table
• Explore situational ethics and the Advisory Board Professional Code of Ethics
Trainers
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This stage contributes to clarifying the program requirements and facilitating communication between participants and the administration to ensure a fruitful learning experience. It also provides an opportunity to verify the required documents and organize logistical details to guarantee successful participation.
Admission Criteria
Professional experience:
10+ years of professional or management experience.
Language
English language
Application Process: Your Journey Starts Here
The admissions team will carefully review all elements of your application. The selection process will take up to eight weeks from the date of submission of a completed application.
Step 1
Online application and video interview
Step 2
Pre-selection and decision
Step 3
Interview with acceptance
Step 4
Admission Committee
Step 5
Final decision
Investing In Your Future
Facilitating stakeholders in decision making cycles is critical in both modern governance and modern leadership. Creating critical thinking systems enables organisations to harness global thought leadership and develop internal capability and capacity for future generations and succession planning.
Employment and Jobs Statistics
Over 1000 Certified Chair Professionals globally
Over 1000 Certified Chair Professionals globally
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