Executive Programme

Techniques for Leading at Arm's Length

Gain deeper insight into effective oversight, strategic direction, and ethical influence.

Date:

Tuesday, June 9th, 2026

Time:

9 am

Venue:

CIAPS Auditorium

Attendance:

Physical or Online
Let’s face it, most chairmen have never sat down to be trained to be chairman
Anthony Kila
Institute Director
CIAPS

Overview

The Commonwealth Institute of Advanced and Professional Studies (CIAPS) is pleased to announce a one-day workshop for company chairpersons, shareholders, and non-executive directors. 

Today’s company chairman and non-executive directors are expected to influence without interfering, lead without micromanaging, and govern with clarity and strategic distance. This unique one-day workshop provides an intensive, high-level forum for board leaders and executive chairpersons to reflect on their responsibilities and improve their remote leadership skills.

Whether you’re leading a private enterprise, a public agency, a family business, or a publicly listed firm, this session will help you gain deeper insight into effective oversight, strategic direction, and ethical influence.

Learning Outcome

This workshop will provide participants with:

  • A refined understanding of the modern chairman’s scope and influence

  • Modern strategies for performing their role 
  • Techniques for promoting and protecting their organisation 
  • An understanding of how to work with their organisation’s executive for productivity 
  • Peer interaction with other chairmen and governance professionals

  • Certificate of Participation from CIAPS (Commonwealth Institute of Advanced and Professional

Who is this programme for?

  • Company Chairmen and Board Chairs

  • Non-Executive Directors

  • Shareholder Representatives

  • Business Owners Preparing for Succession

  • Governance Advisors and Legal Counsels
Registration Fee
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Per Delegate
Programme Fee
£325
Per Delegate
WPCS 1.3.3
Payment Details

The cost of the programme per delegate is £325.

Applicable Discounts

Discount available for group booking

Other details

Workshop Highlights 

  • The governance role of a chairman versus the management role of a CEO

  • Practical strategies for exercising leadership at a distance

  • Balancing supportive oversight with executive independence

  • Introduction to tools for risk management, accountability, and strategic foresight

  • Building and maintaining effective boards and productive executive relationships

  • Real-life case studies of boardroom challenges and success stories

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