Leadership and Governance Excellence equips you to influence boardroom discussions, align diverse perspectives, make confident, evidence-informed decisions that strengthen the strategic impact of your board. Grounded in cutting-edge research and real-world board experience, the programme immerses you in the psychological, political, and cultural dynamics that define effective boards. Across seven interconnected modules, you’ll explore how power, trust, and leadership shape boardroom performance. Through immersive masterclasses, simulations, and peer dialogues, you’ll gain the insight and tools to align governance with purpose and impact.
Programme at a Glance
Programme Type: Open Enrolment Leadership Academy
Degree: Post-Graduate Certificate
Duration: 2.5 days
Dates: 28, 29 and 30 January 2026
Tuition Fee: €2,500 (including dinner with keynote speaker)
Language: English
Location: VU Amsterdam
Who this programme is for
This programme brings together leaders from diverse organisations, all seeking to deepen their board impact and effectiveness.
- Current board members seeking to strengthen influence, drive strategic decisions, and foster high-performing boards.
- Board chairs and committee leaders who want to enhance board culture, trust, and collaboration.
- Executives and governance professionals preparing for board service or supporting board development.
Why choose this programme
- Academic Expertise – The VU Leadership Academy uniquely combines in-depth research on leadership and governance with insights directly applicable to high-impact boards
- Focus on board dynamics – Explore how power, trust, and culture shape board decision-making and collective performance.
- Actionable learning – Engage in interactive masterclasses, boardroom simulations, real-world cases, and peer reflection, that translate insight directly into your boardroom practice.
- Powerful professional network – Join an international community of directors, chairs and governance leaders, providing ongoing opportunities for collaboration and exchange.
- Dinner with keynote speaker – An exclusive networking opportunity that fosters meaningful connections within the cohort and strengthens the program community.
