The UCLA Human Resources Round Table (HARRT at UCLA), UC Irvine’s Leadership Development Institute, and UCLA Anderson Executive Education are joining forces in a strategic partnership to offer an exclusive, one-of-a-kind offering in Corporate Governance for Chief Human Resources Officers and Senior Human Resources Executives.
This unique 3-month program equips senior HR and Talent leaders with the competencies necessary for impactful corporate board service, focusing on essential governance, financial, and strategic skills. Participants will develop a strong foundation in fiduciary duties, regulatory frameworks, and board oversight practices, ensuring they are prepared to fulfill their responsibilities with ethical and organizational integrity. The curriculum covers advanced financial acumen, including audit and compliance insights, and delves into strategic areas like mergers and acquisitions, cybersecurity, and risk management. Additionally, participants will engage with contemporary board issues such as ESG, digital transformation, and executive compensation, making them adept at addressing the evolving demands and challenges of corporate governance.
Why Corporate Governance for CHRO’s?
- In 2023, only 1.1% of directors possess CHRO experience, while the remaining 98.9% do not, highlighting the limited presence of HR leaders at the board level (Harvard Law Corporate Governance)
- In 2023, 65% of directors indicated that improving oversight of human capital as “important” or “very important.” (NACD)
- 65% directors identified human capital as the highest-priority in environmental, social, and governance in 2022. (Deloitte)
* Upon successful completion of the program, you will earn a Dual Certificate from the UC Irivine Paul Merage School of Business and UCLA Anderson School of Management of completion in addition to UC Irvine Merage Alumni Status.
Event Details: Live Virtual and In-Person, 3-Month Flexible Online Program with 90-min weekly virtual sessions combined with one in-person gathering at UCLA.
- Dates: February 28 – May 19, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM PST – 90 minutes
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