Overview
To provide a fully immersive study experience, the course is led by experts with a wealth of professional experience and in-depth knowledge of the field.
Sessions will be held each day, providing peer-to-peer exchanges and interactive discussions with the subject matter experts on content, techniques and case studies.
To ensure a varied and engaging learning experience, the course will delivered as blend of workshop activities, group exercises, presentations and self-reflective materials.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the Responsibilities of Directors and the Board
- Analyse the Company Act 2006 and other Legal Frameworks
- Design and Implement Strategy
- Master Tools for Monitoring, Evaluating and Re-Thinking Strategy
- Engage with Key Financial Concepts, Terminology and Analysis
- Interpret Financial Statements and Assess Financial Performance
- Be able to Develop a Marketing Strategy and Measure its Success
- Identify Your Leadership Style and Understand Different Management Approaches
- Explore Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
- Analyse Good Practices for Coaching and Mentoring Schemes
This course is delivered in two parts:
- Part 1: Day 1, 2 and 3
- Part 2: Day 4 and 5 (approximately one month later)
Important: Attendance at both parts is required to complete the course and receive your CPD certificate.
Please ensure you are available for all five days before registering.
Online Course Dates:
- 11,12,13 May + 15, 16 June 2026
- 19,20,21 October + 23,24 November 2026
- 31 March, 1, 2 April + 26,27 April 2027
In Person (London) Course Dates:
- 29,30 June, 1 July + 30, 31 July 2026
- 15,16,17 February + 15,16 March 2027
Agenda
Day 1
Being a Director: Responsibilities, Governance and Board
- Introducing the Roles of the Board and Directors
- Legal Frameworks – Obligations, Liabilities, and the Company Act 2006
- Corporate Governance and Boardroom Dynamics
- Risk Management as a Director
Day 2
Strategy: Direction and Results
- Overview – What Being Strategic means in Practice
- Getting the Design and Implementation of Strategy Right
- Monitoring, Evaluating and Re-thinking Strategy
- Workshop: Being Strategic in Your Organisational Context
- Leading Strategic Change
Day 3
Finance for Non-Finance Directors
- Overview – Financial Concepts, Terms and Accounting
- Interpreting Financial Reports and Statements
- Measuring Performance and Making Strategic Financial Decisions
- Financial Risk Management and Governance
Day 4
Strategy Behind High-Impact Marketing
- Developing a Marketing Strategy
- Market Research and Target Audience
- Digital Marketing and Brand Management
- Knowing How to Measure Success
Day 5
Mastering the Skillset of Successful Managers and Leaders
- Inspiring Others: Identifying Your Leadership Style
- Motivating People: Managerial Models and Approaches
- Coach and Mentoring – the Fundamentals
- Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness
What Our Delegates Say
A great week of learning on the Director Development Accelerator Programme!
Home Office
Project Manager
The trainers on the Director Development Accelerator Programme were good and had different skills and knowledge which helped with learning, Marketing – especially using AI.
MCA Consulting Engineers Ltd
Director / CEO
he Directors Excellence Course is an outstanding programme that delivers exceptional depth and breadth across every subject area. The quality of the content is impressive, covering finance, leadership, marketing, and a wide range of practical strategies that are directly applicable at director level. What truly sets this course apart is the calibre of the tutors. Each tutor demonstrates deep subject-matter expertise and, importantly, an excellent ability to translate complex concepts into clear, understandable, and actionable insights. Even the more technical financial and strategic topics were explained in a way that was engaging and easy to grasp. The course strikes a perfect balance between theory and real-world application, equipping directors with the confidence, knowledge, and strategic thinking needed to perform at the highest level. I would highly recommend this course to any current or aspiring director seeking comprehensive, high-quality development. I look forward to working toward my Lv7 qualification.
TMO Traffic Highways Ltd
Managing Director
Really enjoyable course. Being in person made so much difference to, we had plenty of time for conversation and discussion which really enhanced the learning, as we learned from each other as well as the trainer. Very useful and helpful, thank you!
BCC Digital and Technology Services
Head of Product
I really enjoyed taking the time out to reflect, learn and gain clarity to continue the momentum of change. We really bonded across the week and had the opportunity to start a smart target to take forward the actions and learning from the week. Id highly recommend this course for leaders. Great value, trainers and insights. Highly worth the money and the time.
Home-Start Greenwich
Director
Overall a very informative week the trainers made difficult subjects easy to understand and I would recommend this course to all aspiring or in place Directors
Deere Apprenticeships Ltd
MD
MyPD delivered an excellent training experience. The program was very well organized and delivered professionally throughout. Even though many of the topics were complex and delivered online, the trainers managed to keep my attention with a strong balance of clear content, practical exercises, group debates and experience-sharing. The mix of theory and interaction made the sessions engaging and highly relevant and I found the overall experience very valuable for my development as a director.
ACM Environmental Ltd
Ecovend General Manager
What a fantastic week. Full on training week with excellent trainers delivering information in an engaging manner. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to improve themselves.
Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm LLP
Director
Course Instructors
Susan Haird
Course Instructor
Susan spent the major part of her career as a civil servant, working for the UK Government. Her postings as a senior civil servant included major leadership roles as CEO and Deputy CEO of UK Trade and Investment; Director of Export Control and Non-Proliferation in the then Department of Trade and Industry (DTI); and Director of Human Resources and Change Management in the DTI.
Susan‘s career was very international in scope. As Director of Export Control and Non-Proliferation, she was the UK Governor on the boards of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna and the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons in The Hague.
Zahoor Bargir
Course Instructor
Zahoor is a personable and versatile finance trainer who is experienced in delivering training that is interactive, effective and fun. A qualified accountant by profession, he has worked as a consultant and manager in numerous sectors before specialising as a trainer.
He has worked at companies like PwC, Diageo and UNICEF, as well as start-ups and other SMEs. Experience of working in different industries has made it easier for him to tailor his training to people working in a variety of sectors.
Emma Ellse
Course Instructor
Emma works with business owners, leaders, and executives to help them build and grow businesses they are genuinely excited to work in. She provides support as a sounding board through challenging times and helps leaders create a clear strategic direction and plan for the sustained development of their organisations. Emma uses mentoring, coaching, and training to support senior team members in becoming inspiring managers and leaders, and to help executives build confidence and reach their full potential in their careers.
Emma has a 25-year career in senior marketing roles across multiple sectors, working in both B2B and B2C organisations. Her experience spans strategic planning and the execution of cross-channel marketing and branding, as well as management and leadership. She is qualified in strategic marketing planning, digital marketing, and higher education teaching, and uses this blend of experience and qualifications to deliver bespoke support tailored to her clients’ needs. Emma has also run several start-up businesses and, for the past five years, has led a successful coaching, mentoring, and training business.
Emma is a member of the Association of Business Mentors and holds the following professional recognitions: FIDM (Fellow of the Institute of Data & Marketing), FCIM (Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing), and FHEA (Fellow of Advance HE). Alongside her work with businesses, she also works part-time as a Senior Lecturer in the Business School at the University of Lincoln.
Qualification
This course offers participants the option to achieve a globally-recognised Chartered Management Institute Level 7 qualification should they opt to complete the assessment criteria.
Assessment
After attending the training course, participants can choose to submit two written assignments of between 3500 and 4500 words each. The assignment will then be graded by the CMI and successful candidates will be awarded the Chartered Management Institute Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.
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