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into real-world expertise

FT Academy combines the Financial Times' global perspective with expert-led learning to help professionals develop their capabilities, advance their careers and prepare for senior leadership and board-level roles.

As an FT Professional subscriber, you can discover our learning first-hand through exclusive opportunities and benefits.

Your complimentary pass to




FT Leadership Outlook

As an FT Professional subscriber, you're invited to join our next FT Leadership Outlook session free of charge.

On 3rd December, FT Editor Roula Khalaf joins Madhumita Murgia, Chris Giles and Edward Luce to examine the economic, geopolitical and technological developments likely to shape the world in 2027.

Build a broader

leadership perspective

Explore selected insights from FT Leadership Outlook, part of FT Academy's learning portfolio for senior leaders.

Leadership Outlook:




The leadership decisions that define cyber resilience

Cyber attacks are no longer simply a technology issue. They can disrupt entire organisations, supply chains and communities, making cyber resilience a strategic leadership responsibility.

In this FT Leadership Outlook discussion, FT Senior Business Writer Andrew Hill joined senior cyber security and business leaders to explore how organisations should prepare for attacks, where responsibility should sit, how leaders can respond at speed and the growing impact of AI on cyber risk.

Learning for every stage

of leadership

FT Academy offers practical, expert-led learning for professionals at different stages of their careers, from developing leadership skills and specialist expertise to preparing for non-executive and board-level roles.

Our programmes combine the FT's global perspective with leading academic expertise and real-world business experience.

Spotlight:

FT Board Director Programme

What does it take to become an effective non-executive director?

Drawing on his own transition from executive leadership to a portfolio career, faculty member Jeremy Williams shares his perspective on the skills that matter most in the boardroom, from sound judgement and interpersonal skills to preparation and knowing when to challenge.

Through its programmes and qualifications, the FT Board Director Programme helps aspiring and practising NEDs develop the knowledge, confidence and skills to make an effective contribution at board level.

Understanding, Using & Governing AI


for Directors

AI is changing how businesses operate and how boards exercise oversight. Led by AI expert Danilo McGarry, this practical, one-day workshop equips board directors with the knowledge and skills to use AI effectively in their roles while understanding the governance, ethical and risk considerations involved.

  • Gain practical AI skills to support your board responsibilities
  • Understand how to oversee AI adoption and implementation
  • Explore AI governance, ethical considerations and risk management

FT Leadership Outlook

FT Leadership Outlook equips senior leaders with the wider perspective needed to make better-informed decisions in an increasingly uncertain world.

  • Quarterly online briefings on the forces shaping organisations
  • Enterprise-level insight grounded in FT journalism and expert discussion
  • Practical perspectives to strengthen strategic judgement and leadership confidence

AI Masterclass

A two-day executive programme designed to help leadership teams understand where AI creates real business value.

  • Led by London Business School faculty and senior FT editors
  • Practical insight into what AI can and cannot do for your organisation
  • FT Professional subscribers save 20% on tuition fees

Women in Leadership

This face-to-face programme combines Cambridge Judge Business School expertise with FT insight to help women strengthen their leadership impact.

  • In-person learning with Cambridge Judge faculty, FT editors and industry leaders
  • Practical frameworks for executive presence and strategic leadership
  • FT Professional subscribers save 20% on tuition fees

Need help finding the right programme?

Whether you're looking to develop your own expertise, prepare for a new leadership role or explore learning opportunities for your organisation, the FT Academy team can help.

Get in touch with us to discuss the right options

for you.