Executive director induction

Step into executive leadership with clarity, confidence, and impact

This induction course is designed for new and aspiring executive directors (EDs) in NHS trusts and foundation trusts. Delivered in partnership with NHS England, it offers a comprehensive introduction to the role, responsibilities, and expectations of executive directors in today's NHS.

With expert insights and peer learning, the course provides the essential knowledge, leadership behaviours, and governance skills needed to make a strong, early contribution at board level. 

Key takeaways

1. Understand the executive director role within NHS trust boards, including leadership expectations and accountability.
2. Gain clarity on the legal, regulatory, and governance responsibilities of board members
3. Explore the strategic challenges and opportunities facing NHS boards today.
4. Build connections with other executive directors and peers from across the NHS.
5. Enhance your confidence to contribute to strategic decision-making and effective board leadership.

Executive directors play a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality care and shaping the future direction of their organisations. As the NHS navigates complex challenges and change, strong executive leadership is critical to effective governance, performance, and collaboration. This induction ensures new executives are fully prepared to lead with clarity, resilience, and a system-wide perspective from day one.

• The role and responsibilities of executive directors within NHS trusts and foundation trusts.
• Governance, risk and assurance in the provider sector.
• Developing your impact quickly as a newly appointed executive director.
• Working with non-executive directors and governors.
• The executive directors role in a well led organisation.

This is a full-day course, with estimated timings of 9:30am to 4pm (subject to change).

Open to NHS Providers members, associate members and non-members.

Member: £370 (ex VAT) | £444 (incl. VAT)
Associate Member: £465 (ex VAT) | £558 (incl. VAT)
Non Member: £555 (ex VAT) | £666 (incl. VAT)

You will need to provide a purchase order number at booking to confirm your place on this course. Card payments are also accepted.

Follow the 'Book now' link at the top of this page to book your place. You will need to create an account if you have not already done so.

• New executive directors who are less than six-nine months in post.
• Deputy directors.
• Aspiring executive directors.