Women on Boards Program
Prepares senior Omani women to take board and committee seats and to lead from them.
Listed and state-owned companies in Oman are looking for qualified women to join their boards and committees. This program prepares senior women for those seats, from fiduciary duties and financial oversight to ESG supervision and the dynamics of the boardroom.
Each participant works with an experienced board member as a mentor. The program closes with a full board simulation in front of seasoned chairs, and graduates join a community of women directors that meets through the year.
Fiduciary Duties
Company law, governance codes and the duties of each director.
Audit & Risk
Financial statements, audit committees and enterprise risk.
Strategy & ESG
Business model choices and sustainability reporting at board level.
Board Presence
Speaking with authority, asking hard questions and building allies.
A selective program for women with senior experience and board ambition.
- Senior executives and general managers
- Leaders in government and regulators
- Partners in law, audit and advisory firms
- Next-generation leaders of family groups
Usually 12 to 15 years of experience, with at least 5 in senior roles.
4 months, 4 modules
Governance & Law
Company law, conflicts of interest and disclosure duties.
Audit & Risk
Reading statements and leading audit and risk committees.
Strategy & ESG
Strategy oversight and sustainability disclosure for boards.
Board Simulation
A full board meeting assessed by experienced chairs.
Board Mentors
Each participant is paired with a serving or former board member.
Live Gulf Cases
Real situations from Omani and Gulf companies, debated in class.
Directors' Circle
A standing community that meets through the year after graduation.
For you
- Readiness for board and committee seats
- Command of financial and risk oversight
- A stronger presence in board debate
- A network of women directors
For your organization
- Qualified women candidates for boards
- Progress on board diversity goals
- Stronger committees and governance
- Visible commitment to Vision 2040
Participant rating of 4.5 out of 5
Gain measured on governance assessments
Board or committee roles taken within 18 months
Committee indicators tracked with sponsors
Governance value set against program cost
Targets set for the first cohorts. The academy publishes measured results once cohorts complete.
Enquire
Request the brochure or speak with an advisor about fit, timing and seats.
Apply
Share your profile and current role, with a nomination letter where relevant.
Interview
Meet the admissions panel for a short conversation about your readiness.
Confirm
Receive your offer and confirm your seat once the enrollment terms are signed.
Can companies sponsor seats for their candidates?
Yes. Companies can nominate and sponsor candidates, or reserve a group of seats in a cohort.
What do participants receive at the end?
Participants who complete every part of the program receive a NALI certificate of completion.
Can an organization nominate several people?
Yes. Organizations can reserve several seats in an open cohort or request a private cohort for their own team.
How are the fees shared?
Fees appear in the program brochure. They depend on the format, the number of seats and any private delivery.
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