Leadership for Finance Directors

Day 1

Leadership Foundations for Finance Directors

• Introduction to leadership in the finance context

• Key leadership theories and their application to finance directors

• Building self-awareness and understanding personal leadership style

• Enhancing emotional intelligence for effective leadership

Day 2

Strategic Thinking and Decision Making

• Strategic planning and its impact on finance directors

• Developing a strategic mindset and aligning finance goals with organizational objectives

• Analyzing financial data for informed decision making

• Risk management and mitigation strategies for finance directors

Day 3

Effective Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Communication skills for finance directors: influencing, persuading, and negotiating

• Engaging and managing stakeholders within and outside the finance function

• Presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders

• Handling challenging conversations and conflict resolution

Day 4

Building High-Performing Finance Teams

• Team dynamics and effective team building strategies

• Developing and motivating finance professionals

• Coaching and mentoring for talent development

• Creating a positive work culture and fostering diversity and inclusion

Day 5

Personal Leadership and Career Advancement

• Developing leadership competencies for career growth

• Building a personal brand as a finance leader

• Managing work-life balance and well-being as a finance director

• Creating a personal leadership development plan