The Problem

Pressure from shareholders, the media and Congress as well as a rapidly changing economic landscape have sharply increased the need for directors – whether seasoned, new or prospective – to stay ahead of the curve on key governance issues and leading practices.

Solutions

Your board’s membership in NACD can help you accelerate your board education and development goals, get your directors on the same page, and establish a culture of continuing education for board members.

Just one of the many resources available to you is the Certificate of Director Education through NACD’s Director Professionalism® program. Program faculty are some of the nation’s most experienced board members and governance leaders, and the curriculum is backed by NACD’s thirty-plus years of research into leading governance practices. The Certificate of Director Education is CLE, CPE, and RMG/ISS-accredited.

By attaining your Certificate of Director Education through NACD’s Director Professionalism® program, you’ll make a powerful statement to your investors, management team and the public about your commitment to governance excellence.

Two Ways to Earn Your Certificate

We offer two ways to experience Director Professionalism and earn your Certificate:

• A one-day, in-boardroom custom program delivered on a date of your choosing, within the context of your industry.
• A two-day general program where you can network with directors from a diverse group of boards. Five convenient dates and locations offered.