Human Capital, Compensation & Culture
Gain strategic insights into HR, compensation strategies and cultural dynamics to elevate boardroom effectiveness.
About the program
Get ready to elevate your boardroom expertise with the new Diligent Institute Human Capital, Compensation & Culture Certification! Designed exclusively for board members, this comprehensive program will equip you with the strategic insights and actionable knowledge needed to navigate the intricate landscape of human resources and organizational culture.
Master the intricacies of board and executive compensation strategies and fostering a thriving corporate culture. Featuring industry experts and thought leaders, this program will offer a deep dive into crucial areas, empowering you to make informed decisions that drive sustainable growth and enhance boardroom effectiveness.
Join a community of board members committed to shaping the future of organizations through informed, people-centric leadership.

Benefits of enrolling
Take advantage of a self-paced eLearning curriculum, allowing you to upskill around your day job at your own pace to close the skills gap in a mission-critical area.
Accreditation
Designed to NASBA standards, offering on average 12.8 CPE credits.
Practical application
Gain actionable insights and strategies that you can implement immediately, enriching your board’s decision-making process.
Get ahead
Enhance your ability to contribute meaningfully in board discussions by understanding the pivotal role of human capital and culture in organizational success.
Flexible learning
Access our materials anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace, accommodating even the busiest of schedules.
Unparalleled expertise
Earn a prestigious certification that signifies your expertise in navigating the complexities of human capital, compensation, and culture in the boardroom.
Future readiness
Stay ahead of evolving trends and challenges in the realm of human resources, ensuring your boardroom decisions are progressive and adaptable.
Speakers
Learn from HR, diversity, executive compensation, regulatory and legal experts across industries.
Learn from HR, diversity, executive compensation, regulatory and legal experts across industries.

















Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of the program, you will gain skills in:
Committee Responsibilities
Articulate the core responsibilities of the compensation committee, including what a compensation committee charter typically covers and their evolving responsibilities.
Executive Compensation
Understand the guiding principles behind executive compensation strategy and what goes into designing effective packages.
Risk Management
Consider risk management and oversight of executive compensation and oversee board and CEO-level compensation practices to ensure a fair and ethical approach.
Human Capital
Implement board-level effective oversight of human capital and culture, considering diverse operational contexts and risk profiles. Explore the integration of ESG considerations and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives.
Stakeholder Communication
Recognize different approaches to shareholder and stakeholder engagement, including ways to approach say on pay votes and potential subsequent amendments to executive compensation packages.
Course Details
The program includes four courses exploring human capital, compensation and culture. Each includes videos, readings, exercises, case studies and quizzes.
Graduation
Share your Human Capital, Compensation & Culture Certification upon graduation.
A digital badge of honor
Proudly display your certification badge, showcasing your commitment to human capital and compensation excellence on LinkedIn.
Prestigious certification
Upon successful completion, receive a Diligent Institute Human Capital, Compensation & Culture certificate to elevate your professional profile.
Proxy statement language
Share your further education achievement in your next proxy statement or disclosure with sample language provided.
Continuing professional education accreditation details
The Diligent Institute Human Capital, Compensation & Culture Certification is a unique e-learning program that teaches cyber literacy for corporate directors with insight on compensation and human capital management to effectively govern and elevate boardroom effectiveness.
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