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Executive education

Governance leadership for those who carry the decision

Advanced executive education for board directors, senior leaders, editors and public-sector decision-makers committed to strategic oversight, institutional accountability and long-term value creation.

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Executive Masters, certificates, diplomas and masterclasses. Filter by level or by area of practice.

Executive Master

Risk Management & Governance

A twelve-month, mixed-mode programme with six advanced modules, three executive residencies and an executive research thesis.

MQF Level 7 · 40 credits · 12 monthsBrochure (PDF) →
Executive Master New

Media Leadership & Global Journalism

For senior journalists, editors and media executives leading newsrooms and media organisations across borders.

12 months · mixed mode · details to be confirmedEnquire →
Executive Master New

International Editorship

The editors' master's for aspiring international editors: editorial judgement, standards, legal risk and newsroom leadership.

12 months · mixed mode · details to be confirmedEnquire →
Executive Certificate

Risk Management & Governance

Intensive executive education for board directors and senior leaders on overseeing risk within modern organisations.

5 days · 40 CPD · Dubai / BangkokBrochure (PDF) →
Executive Certification

Global Board Leadership & Governance™

A five-day immersive programme for board directors and senior leaders seeking advanced institutional excellence.

5 days · DubaiBrochure (PDF) →
Executive Certification

The Modern Board Director

Frameworks for current and aspiring directors on digital oversight, ESG, risk appetite and board performance.

5 days · DubaiBrochure (PDF) →
Executive Certificate New

Media Leadership & Newsroom Management

Leading editorial teams, budgets, standards and change in a modern newsroom.

5 days · 40 CPD · details to be confirmedEnquire →
Executive Certificate New

Digital Journalism, Verification & AI

Verifying information, using AI responsibly and publishing across platforms with credibility.

5 days · 40 CPD · details to be confirmedEnquire →
Executive Diploma

Strategic Leadership, Brand Positioning & Business Execution

A diploma pathway linking strategic leadership, positioning and execution.

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Executive Diploma

Personal Authority & Public Influence

A Women in Leadership cohort on executive identity, thought leadership and public presence.

20 weeks · 120 credits · Dubai / hybridProgramme page →
Masterclass

Board Excellence & Effectiveness

Practical frameworks to improve board quality, decision discipline and governance maturity.

5 days · DubaiBrochure (PDF) →
Executive Programme

Advanced Non-Executive Director (NED) Programme

For directors and aspiring non-executive directors.

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Masterclass

High-Impact Boardroom Leadership

Masterclass on leading with impact in the boardroom.

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Intensive

Fiduciary Duties & Director Liability

An intensive on directors' fiduciary duties and personal liability.

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Executive Programme

The Strategic Board Advisor Programme

For advisors working with boards on strategy and oversight.

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Masterclass

Board Dynamics, Culture & Oversight

Masterclass on board dynamics, culture and oversight.

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Masterclass

Future-Ready Boards: Governance in the AI Era

Masterclass on governing in the age of AI.

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Executive Masterclass

Leadership & Decision-Making

Executive masterclass on leadership and decision-making.

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Executive Masterclass

Strategic Leadership

Executive masterclass on strategic leadership.

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Procurement & Supply Chain Governance

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Strategic Leadership & Decision-Making

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Media & Journalism

Editorial ethics and media law, verification, interviewing, editing for international audiences and media governance.

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Upcoming programmes

Monthly training calendar

New intakes every month in Dubai and Bangkok, plus a hybrid leadership cohort. Past dates drop off automatically.

26 – 30 Oct 2026
Masterclass: Board Excellence & Effectiveness
Dubai
5 days · 40 CPD
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2 – 6 Nov 2026
The Modern Board Director Certification
Dubai
5 days · 40 CPD
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9 – 13 Nov 2026
Executive Certificate in Risk Management & Governance
Bangkok
5 days · 40 CPD
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16 – 20 Nov 2026
Executive Certification in Global Board Leadership & Governance™
Dubai
5 days · 40 CPD
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23 – 27 Nov 2026
Executive Certificate in Media Leadership & Newsroom Management New
Dubai
5 days · 40 CPD
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From 2 Nov 2026
Personal Authority & Public Influence (Women in Leadership cohort)
Dubai / hybrid
20 weeks · 120 credits
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Venues and fees are confirmed on registration. For in-house or custom programmes, contact training@iidcg.com.

New · Media & Journalism

Leadership for the editors and newsrooms of tomorrow

A new practice area bringing IIDCG's governance focus to media: how editorial organisations are led, held to account and trusted.

  • Two Executive Masters, including one for aspiring international editors
  • Two executive certificates for newsroom leaders and digital journalists
  • Short courses on ethics, verification, interviewing and media governance
Enquire about Media & Journalism →
Executive MasterInternational EditorshipFor aspiring international editors
Executive MasterMedia Leadership & Global JournalismFor media leaders
Executive CertificateMedia Leadership & Newsroom Management5 days
Executive CertificateDigital Journalism, Verification & AI5 days
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Why IIDCG

Learning shaped by real boardroom experience

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Board-level faculty

Programmes led by experienced directors, governance advisors and subject-matter experts with real boardroom experience.

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Peer-level cohorts

Curated executive groups that ensure strategic dialogue and meaningful professional exchange.

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Applied frameworks

Applied governance frameworks from industry leaders and seasoned educators in executive development.

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The Executive Master in Risk Management & Governance

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