FT Board Director Programme

With more than 17 years of experience and over 3,000 members across the UK and Asia, the Financial Times Board Director Programme runs training courses and workshops as well as networking events in London and Hong Kong for aspiring and existing executive and non-executive directors who are looking to develop their board career.

FT Board Director Programme

FT Board Director Programme

The FT Board Director Programme has built a very exclusive community of experienced and highly effective non-executive directors and trustees. Graduates of the FT Non-Executive Director Diploma and participants to our courses are eligible to be part of the FT Non-Executive Director Club*. As a member of the Club you will be invited to our regular speaking and networking events with the highest calibre of speakers and also receive our monthly digital newsletter which includes the latest updates in legislation, governance news and job opportunities. *Does not apply to participants who completed a Board Director Online course.

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