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<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Enrol Now<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Who Should Join?<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Why WDLP? \u2013 The Value Proposition<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Intra-Modular Activities<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Programme Delivery<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Modules<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Faculty Highlight<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Testimonial<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Programme Format<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Request Brochure<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nIntroduction<\/h3>\nRedefining Women\u2019s Leadership at the Board and C-Suite<\/b><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Women Directors Leadership Programme (WDLP) equips senior women leaders with the knowledge, skills, and global exposure to excel in the boardroom and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\nIt moves the conversation from <\/b>why<\/i><\/b> women should serve on boards to <\/b>how<\/i><\/b> they can lead with impact, authenticity, and excellence.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Who Should Join?<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nWho Should Join?<\/h3>\n
The Women Directors Leadership Programme is crafted for <\/span>visionary women leaders<\/b> ready to deepen their influence, refine their leadership essence, and leave an indelible mark on the boardroom and beyond.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nParticipants are women who:<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Hold senior leadership roles<\/b> \u2014 C-Suite executives, seasoned board members, and executive committee leaders shaping strategy at the highest levels.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- Bring boardroom experience<\/b> \u2014 at least two years of board service, enriched by the desire to elevate from participation to purposeful influence.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- Seek self-mastery<\/b> \u2014 women committed to reflective growth, unlocking their inner compass, and leading with clarity, courage, and authenticity.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- Aspire to legacy<\/b> \u2014 leaders driven not only by performance, but by the desire to nurture high-performing teams, champion good governance, and leave behind a legacy of impact.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEach class weaves together a <\/span>mosaic of perspectives<\/b> \u2014 participants drawn from diverse industries, sectors, and geographies. This global cross-pollination of experiences creates a vibrant tapestry of dialogue, innovation, and shared wisdom, enriching every conversation and amplifying every insight.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Why WDLP? \u2013 The Value Proposition<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nWhy WDLP? \u2013 <\/b>The Value Proposition<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Personal & Peer Coaching<\/strong> \u2013 dedicated executive coaching and peer learning.<\/li>\n
- Leadership Assessments<\/strong> \u2013 Cutting-edge self-mastery tools.<\/li>\n
- Top Faculty & Industry Experts<\/strong> \u2013 global and local thought leaders.<\/li>\n
- Global Immersion<\/strong> \u2013 a module at Cranfield School of Management, UK.<\/li>\n
- Boardroom Retreat<\/strong> \u2013 Amboseli or Samburu National Parks for reflective learning.<\/li>\n
- Lifelong Network<\/strong> \u2013 SBS alumni community and peer network of senior leaders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Intra-Modular Activities<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nIntra-Modular Activities<\/h2>\n
Between modules, participants embark on a <\/span>deeply personal and transformative journey<\/b> through <\/span>four bespoke Executive Coaching sessions<\/b>. These one-on-one encounters serve as a reflective mirror\u2014illuminating strengths, unearthing blind spots, and sharpening each participant\u2019s unique leadership essence.<\/span><\/p>\nThreaded seamlessly through this experience is a <\/span>capstone project<\/b>, a living canvas on which participants test new insights, refine strategies, and translate leadership theory into tangible boardroom value. This project, nurtured over the course of the programme, culminates in a powerful presentation during <\/span>Module 3<\/b>, where each leader showcases not only their mastery of governance, but also the evolution of their personal leadership brand.<\/span><\/p>\nMore than an academic exercise, this interwoven journey of coaching and practice ensures that every participant emerges not only enriched with knowledge, but also <\/span>anchored in self-mastery, poised to influence, and ready to leave a legacy of impact.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Programme Delivery<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nProgramme Delivery<\/h2>\n
The Women Directors Leadership Programme is designed as a <\/span>non-residential, multi-modular journey<\/b>, carefully structured to fit seamlessly into the demanding lives of senior leaders. Spanning <\/span>three intensive modules<\/b>, each lasting four days, the programme is anchored at Strathmore Business School in Nairobi, with a transformative international immersion at the <\/span>Cranfield School of Management in the United Kingdom<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\nTo complement the classroom experience, participants are invited to a <\/span>five-day reflective retreat<\/b> at the breathtaking Amboseli or Samburu National Parks \u2014 a rare opportunity to step away from the boardroom, reconnect with nature, and deepen leadership insights.<\/span><\/p>\nThe programme blends the <\/span>renowned case methodology<\/b> with thought-provoking lectures, engaging group discussions, and boardroom simulations, ensuring both intellectual rigor and practical application. By the close of this journey, participants are not only equipped with sharper leadership tools but also awarded a <\/span>Certificate of Completion<\/b> \u2014 a mark of their transformation and commitment to boardroom excellence.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Modules<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nModules<\/h3>\n\n\n <\/p>\n
\n\n\nModule 1 \u2013 Leading Self (Nairobi):<\/b><\/td>\n \u00a0The programme begins at Strathmore Business School with a deep dive into personal leadership, board fundamentals, and ethical excellence. Participants explore their leadership blind spots, gender dynamics, ESG, and board structures, while practicing decision-making and boardroom etiquette. The module culminates in a board simulation, Red Thread Review, and networking through a Meet & Greet Cocktail and guest speaker session.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nModule 2 \u2013 Global Perspectives (UK):<\/b>
\n<\/b><\/td>\n \u00a0In partnership with Cranfield School of Management, this international immersion sharpens global boardroom perspectives. Participants engage with world-class research on women in leadership and visit leading institutions including Investec Bank, the London Stock Exchange, Mastercard, and Marlborough House. Themes include inclusive governance, data-driven decision-making, financial crime prevention, and global best practices in diversity and accountability.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nModule 3 \u2013 Leading Strategy (Nairobi & Amboseli):<\/b><\/td>\n The final module integrates strategy, innovation, and future readiness. Leaders engage with AI, cyber risk, sustainable strategy, and crisis leadership while refining their board value proposition. Board simulations, project presentations, and stakeholder engagement exercises ensure practical application. The journey concludes with reflection and legacy building at Amboseli, marked by a tree planting, a game drive, and a celebratory bush dinner.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/i>Faculty Highlight<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nFaculty Highlight<\/h3>\n
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Course Leader: Kellen Eileen Kariuki, MBS<\/i><\/b>
\n<\/i><\/b>Associate Dean, Executive Education | Board Chair | Executive Advisor | Governance Expert<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nKellen Eileen Kariuki is a seasoned governance leader with over 20 years of executive and board experience across the financial, public, and private sectors. She is currently the Chair of <\/span>Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Ltd.<\/b>, and she founded and led <\/span>Kenya\u2019s Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority<\/b>, and served on more than <\/span>15 boards across Africa and internationally<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\nRecognized with the <\/span>Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS)<\/b> for her national service, Kellen brings unmatched expertise in governance, regulatory strategy, and leadership development. Her career includes senior roles at <\/span>Citibank<\/b> (CFO, Head of HR) and regional leadership spanning Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan.<\/span><\/p>\nShe holds an MSc in International HRM from <\/span>Cranfield University (UK)<\/b>, an MBA in Strategic Management, and a BSc in Accounting from <\/span>USIU<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\nLearn more about Kellen \u2192<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Who Should Join?<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Why WDLP? \u2013 The Value Proposition<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Intra-Modular Activities<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Programme Delivery<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Modules<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Faculty Highlight<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Testimonial<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Programme Format<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Request Brochure<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
<\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nIntroduction<\/h3>\n
Redefining Women\u2019s Leadership at the Board and C-Suite<\/b><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Women Directors Leadership Programme (WDLP) equips senior women leaders with the knowledge, skills, and global exposure to excel in the boardroom and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n
It moves the conversation from <\/b>why<\/i><\/b> women should serve on boards to <\/b>how<\/i><\/b> they can lead with impact, authenticity, and excellence.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Who Should Join?<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nWho Should Join?<\/h3>\n
The Women Directors Leadership Programme is crafted for <\/span>visionary women leaders<\/b> ready to deepen their influence, refine their leadership essence, and leave an indelible mark on the boardroom and beyond.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Participants are women who:<\/b><\/p>\n
- \n
- Hold senior leadership roles<\/b> \u2014 C-Suite executives, seasoned board members, and executive committee leaders shaping strategy at the highest levels.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- Bring boardroom experience<\/b> \u2014 at least two years of board service, enriched by the desire to elevate from participation to purposeful influence.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- Seek self-mastery<\/b> \u2014 women committed to reflective growth, unlocking their inner compass, and leading with clarity, courage, and authenticity.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- Aspire to legacy<\/b> \u2014 leaders driven not only by performance, but by the desire to nurture high-performing teams, champion good governance, and leave behind a legacy of impact.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEach class weaves together a <\/span>mosaic of perspectives<\/b> \u2014 participants drawn from diverse industries, sectors, and geographies. This global cross-pollination of experiences creates a vibrant tapestry of dialogue, innovation, and shared wisdom, enriching every conversation and amplifying every insight.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Why WDLP? \u2013 The Value Proposition<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nWhy WDLP? \u2013 <\/b>The Value Proposition<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n
- \n
- Personal & Peer Coaching<\/strong> \u2013 dedicated executive coaching and peer learning.<\/li>\n
- Leadership Assessments<\/strong> \u2013 Cutting-edge self-mastery tools.<\/li>\n
- Top Faculty & Industry Experts<\/strong> \u2013 global and local thought leaders.<\/li>\n
- Global Immersion<\/strong> \u2013 a module at Cranfield School of Management, UK.<\/li>\n
- Boardroom Retreat<\/strong> \u2013 Amboseli or Samburu National Parks for reflective learning.<\/li>\n
- Lifelong Network<\/strong> \u2013 SBS alumni community and peer network of senior leaders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Intra-Modular Activities<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nIntra-Modular Activities<\/h2>\n
Between modules, participants embark on a <\/span>deeply personal and transformative journey<\/b> through <\/span>four bespoke Executive Coaching sessions<\/b>. These one-on-one encounters serve as a reflective mirror\u2014illuminating strengths, unearthing blind spots, and sharpening each participant\u2019s unique leadership essence.<\/span><\/p>\n
Threaded seamlessly through this experience is a <\/span>capstone project<\/b>, a living canvas on which participants test new insights, refine strategies, and translate leadership theory into tangible boardroom value. This project, nurtured over the course of the programme, culminates in a powerful presentation during <\/span>Module 3<\/b>, where each leader showcases not only their mastery of governance, but also the evolution of their personal leadership brand.<\/span><\/p>\n
More than an academic exercise, this interwoven journey of coaching and practice ensures that every participant emerges not only enriched with knowledge, but also <\/span>anchored in self-mastery, poised to influence, and ready to leave a legacy of impact.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Programme Delivery<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nProgramme Delivery<\/h2>\n
The Women Directors Leadership Programme is designed as a <\/span>non-residential, multi-modular journey<\/b>, carefully structured to fit seamlessly into the demanding lives of senior leaders. Spanning <\/span>three intensive modules<\/b>, each lasting four days, the programme is anchored at Strathmore Business School in Nairobi, with a transformative international immersion at the <\/span>Cranfield School of Management in the United Kingdom<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n
To complement the classroom experience, participants are invited to a <\/span>five-day reflective retreat<\/b> at the breathtaking Amboseli or Samburu National Parks \u2014 a rare opportunity to step away from the boardroom, reconnect with nature, and deepen leadership insights.<\/span><\/p>\n
The programme blends the <\/span>renowned case methodology<\/b> with thought-provoking lectures, engaging group discussions, and boardroom simulations, ensuring both intellectual rigor and practical application. By the close of this journey, participants are not only equipped with sharper leadership tools but also awarded a <\/span>Certificate of Completion<\/b> \u2014 a mark of their transformation and commitment to boardroom excellence.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Modules<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nModules<\/h3>\n\n
\n<\/p>\n
\n\n
\n Module 1 \u2013 Leading Self (Nairobi):<\/b><\/td>\n \u00a0The programme begins at Strathmore Business School with a deep dive into personal leadership, board fundamentals, and ethical excellence. Participants explore their leadership blind spots, gender dynamics, ESG, and board structures, while practicing decision-making and boardroom etiquette. The module culminates in a board simulation, Red Thread Review, and networking through a Meet & Greet Cocktail and guest speaker session.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Module 2 \u2013 Global Perspectives (UK):<\/b>
\n<\/b><\/td>\n\u00a0In partnership with Cranfield School of Management, this international immersion sharpens global boardroom perspectives. Participants engage with world-class research on women in leadership and visit leading institutions including Investec Bank, the London Stock Exchange, Mastercard, and Marlborough House. Themes include inclusive governance, data-driven decision-making, financial crime prevention, and global best practices in diversity and accountability.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Module 3 \u2013 Leading Strategy (Nairobi & Amboseli):<\/b><\/td>\n The final module integrates strategy, innovation, and future readiness. Leaders engage with AI, cyber risk, sustainable strategy, and crisis leadership while refining their board value proposition. Board simulations, project presentations, and stakeholder engagement exercises ensure practical application. The journey concludes with reflection and legacy building at Amboseli, marked by a tree planting, a game drive, and a celebratory bush dinner.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div> <\/i>Faculty Highlight<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nFaculty Highlight<\/h3>\n
Course Leader: Kellen Eileen Kariuki, MBS<\/i><\/b>
\n<\/i><\/b>Associate Dean, Executive Education | Board Chair | Executive Advisor | Governance Expert<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nKellen Eileen Kariuki is a seasoned governance leader with over 20 years of executive and board experience across the financial, public, and private sectors. She is currently the Chair of <\/span>Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Ltd.<\/b>, and she founded and led <\/span>Kenya\u2019s Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority<\/b>, and served on more than <\/span>15 boards across Africa and internationally<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n
Recognized with the <\/span>Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS)<\/b> for her national service, Kellen brings unmatched expertise in governance, regulatory strategy, and leadership development. Her career includes senior roles at <\/span>Citibank<\/b> (CFO, Head of HR) and regional leadership spanning Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan.<\/span><\/p>\n
She holds an MSc in International HRM from <\/span>Cranfield University (UK)<\/b>, an MBA in Strategic Management, and a BSc in Accounting from <\/span>USIU<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n
Learn more about Kellen \u2192<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>
- Leadership Assessments<\/strong> \u2013 Cutting-edge self-mastery tools.<\/li>\n
- Personal & Peer Coaching<\/strong> \u2013 dedicated executive coaching and peer learning.<\/li>\n
- Bring boardroom experience<\/b> \u2014 at least two years of board service, enriched by the desire to elevate from participation to purposeful influence.<\/span>
- Hold senior leadership roles<\/b> \u2014 C-Suite executives, seasoned board members, and executive committee leaders shaping strategy at the highest levels.<\/span>