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- eLearning Overview
- Art of Directorship: Adaptive Governance
- Art of Directorship: CEO Succession
- Art of Directorship: Strategy & Value Creation
- CERT Certificate in Cyber-Risk Oversight Program
- Directorship Essentials: Compliance & Ethics
- Directorship Essentials: Risk Oversight
- Director Proficiency: Financial Oversight
- Governing Into the Future
- Introduction to Directorship
- Virtual Director Professionalism®
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Professional Education at NACD
Welcome to your essential resource for board leadership excellence. Whether you're just beginning your board journey or guiding at the highest levels, NACD supports you every step of the way. Our Director Development Framework provides expert insights, tailored resources, and exclusive opportunities aligned to your stage of growth.
Each year, NACD delivers hundreds of world-class programs to more than 24,000 corporate directors nationwide. From webinars and eLearning to Chapter events and more, our programming is designed to keep you on the leading edge of governance trends and board leadership.
Choose the best path for you.
Experienced Directors
For Directors Ready to Elevate their Impact—Access Advanced Insights, Events, and Resources to Strengthen your Board Performance.
Early Directors
For New Directors Building their Foundation—Build the Knowledge to Lead Effectively from the Start.
Aspiring Directors
Exploring Board Service and Building Readiness for your First Seat.
Upcoming Events
Taking the Leap from an Executive to a
Portfolio Lifestyle
August 5 | 12:00 PM-1:00 PM EDT
1 Credits
Gain the tools and candid advice you need to confidently navigate the leap from executive leadership to a purpose-driven, portfolio career. This webinar, part of the Director Candidacy Learning Series, is available only to NACD members.
A Director’s Guide to AI: Strategy, Governance, & Value Creation
August 13, 20, 27 | 1:00–4:00 p.m. (EDT)
9 Credits
The Summer session has closed, but the Fall offering is still open.
Join fellow board directors for this exclusive, virtual instructor-led program designed to elevate your AI oversight, refine strategic thinking, and apply actionable governance frameworks. Exclusively for NACD members.
What’s Ahead: An Exclusive Preview of Summit 2025
August 14 | 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. (EDT)
Hear directly from the team behind the NACD Directors Summit™ 2025 agenda as they share what’s new, what’s different, and why this year’s program is built to meet the moment.
This webinar is available only to NACD members.
Aligning ESOPs for Long-Term Growth
August 19 | 12:00 PM -1:00 PM EDT
1 NACD/CPE Credit
Learn how to align your ESOP with board priorities and long-term strategy―boosting retention, morale, and growth in one move.
The Biggest Risk of AI Is One You Might Be Missing
August 26 | 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. (EDT)
1 NACD/CPE Credit
AI moves fast. Oversight must move faster. Join AWS experts to explore how boards can govern AI systems that are evolving by the day—before they scale beyond your control. Learn how to lead responsible deployment and avoid blind spots that will emerge as AI shifts from idea to enterprise.
The Best of NACD Directors Summit™ 2024: Attendee Favorites On Demand
Unlock access to the most popular sessions from NACD Directors Summit™ 2024, packed with actionable insights on governance, AI, crisis management, and more. These two courses are designed to help board directors sharpen their skills and drive immediate impact.
Generative AI Tools for Directors: Fall Offering
September 3 | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM EDT
2 Credits
Join Ryan McManus, CEO of techtonic.io, for this hands-on virtual event to learn AI basics and how to apply tools like ChatGPT and Gemini to enhance decision-making and strategy. Exclusively for NACD members.
Lead with Impact Fall
September 17, 24, & October 1 | 1:00 PM-4:00 PM EDT
9 Credits
Strengthen your boardroom impact with a virtual, instructor-led program tailored for new directors or directors in the early stages of their directorship career. Gain cutting-edge insights, connect with governance leaders, and refine your expertise through interactive, instructor-led sessions. Exclusively for NACD members.
Register by August 18 to save $400.
Leading Minds of Governance & Tech
Featuring 2025 New England Visionaries Speak
September 17 | Boston, MA
4 Credits
Join forward-thinking CEOs in an expert-led discussion on AI, cybersecurity, and the future of governance. Leave with clarity on the forces shaping companies today. This rare opportunity is available to NACD members and nonmembers.
NACD Directors SummitTM
October 12-15, 2025 | Washington, DC Area
17 Credits
Join us at 2025 NACD Directors Summit. Register by July 31, 2025 to save $500.
A Director’s Guide to AI: Strategy, Governance, & Value Creation
November 5, 12 & 19 | 1:00–4:00 p.m. EST
9 Credits
A virtual, instructor-led training for board directors to strengthen their AI oversight, evaluate their strategy, and apply practical governance frameworks. Exclusively for NACD members.
Register by October 6 to save $400.
Most Popular eLearning Courses
The Best of NACD Directors Summit™ 2024: Attendee Favorites On Demand
5 NACD Credits
Unlock access to the most popular sessions from NACD Directors Summit™ 2024, packed with actionable insights on governance, AI, crisis management, and more.
Virtual Director Professionalism®
15 NACD Credits
This flexible, on-demand course serves as the prerequisite for NACD Directorship Certification. Participate any time, from any place.
CERT Certificate in Cyber-Risk Oversight Program
22 NACD credits
This self-paced course helps governance professionals understand how to identify cybersecurity threats and provide oversight of critical digital assets.
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Final Days to Save $500 on NACD Directors Summit™ 2025
Register by Thursday, July 31 to take advantage of this exclusive discounted pricing.