Testimonials

“I experienced the Advanced Board Programme as 3 intense days that really delivered in terms of inspiration, knowledge and perspective. The level of the professors was really high, and all participants had experience, skills and perspective to offer. We had some really interesting dialogs and discussions. I even experienced having one of my cases turned upside down. Inspiring and not least useful when I get back to everyday life.”

«After many years of board experience, it was good to go back to school. I attended the Advanced Board Programme in the autumn of 2024, where I got good reflections on the principles of good board work, different practices in Europe and points on good methods for building a strong team and good relationships for a value-creating board. It was time well spent.».

“I chose this program because it perfectly aligned with the inspiration I needed. I have many years of experience in board work, and that’s where I spend all my working time. The Advanced Board Programme appealed to me because it focuses on the long-term perspective in board work – a board’s responsibility is precisely to look into the future on behalf of the company. The program has a strong focus on the trends in the uncertain world we operate in, and it also provides a future perspective on the ‘board landscape’ as well as the roles and responsibilities of a board – all of which are extremely important perspectives for me.”

“The board education program offered many good dialogues and discussions with skilled and pleasant people who are highly experienced in board work. Academically, the level was top-notch, and the INSEAD professors provided me with a new and valuable perspective on international board work. I truly feel that I have brought back a ‘new and good dose’ from the world.”

“There is a very inspiring environment at INSEAD, and the instructors are exceptionally skilled. They have extremely unique competencies, and they master teaching fantastically. They are engaged, very good at imparting knowledge, creating qualified dialogue between themselves and the participants, asking questions, and providing ‘real life’ feedback.”

“It was evident that all participants were very experienced board chairs and members. Everyone had something to contribute, and we had some truly interesting dialogues and discussions regarding the megatrends that should be on every board’s agenda these days. Additionally, I experienced teaching that was of an exceptionally high level, both inspiring and relevant. Everything was spot on, and nothing ‘fell by the wayside.'”

“The new skills and perspectives will certainly impact my ability to turn the board into a positive powerhouse that can enrich the management and create even greater value. Board work is a profession like any other, so it is something that requires practice and experience.”

“The program offered new perspectives, high tempo, good dialogues, and excellent facilitation. The topics covered were highly relevant, and I really appreciated the perspective on how a chairman can be a key contributor to elevating the entire board’s level. The professors succeeded in delivering learning at a high level of abstraction while also providing very practical and concrete guidance. It was a rewarding combination.”

“I experienced, as with the other programs I have participated in, that Scandinavian Executive Institute excels in creating a very strong learning framework in collaboration with INSEAD. The Advanced Board Programme maintains a high level and is almost like a ‘maggi cube’—strong academic content in a well-structured, condensed program. As with previous occasions, I found a strong lineup of professors who also challenge us participants to contribute. Additionally, Stanislav Shekshnia leads the new board program exceptionally well.”