Climate Governance for Senior Leadership
Overview
This course helps executive decision-makers and board members take the first steps toward decarbonization. It demystifies the complexities of climate leadership through a fast-tracked strategic overview that offers a step-by-step approach to begin transforming your organization with resilient strategies. With a focus on developing creative solutions that align with your organization’s values, this course prepares you to guide your organization through the initial stages of decarbonization.
This course was created by Concordia University and the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal (CCMM) as part of convertgence. This initiative was co-developed by CCMM and BMO, with many partners including the Quebec government, to help companies accelerate their green transition strategies.

Details
Format |
In person |
Fee |
Regular rate: $975 Preferred rate: $795 for members of the CCMM |
In-person location |
1450 Guy St., Montreal |
Accreditation |
e-certificate |
Language |
French |
Start date |
January 21, 2026 |

Key takeaways
- Understand climate risks and how they impact your organization
- Recognize the complexities of driving change
- Target strategic areas to address for integrating decarbonization practices
- Build the leadership skills needed to refine a business strategy that integrates decarbonization across all business areas
- Identify the internal and external resources needed for success (e.g., expertise, tools, training).
- Implement a roadmap to guide your organization through transformation and decarbonization
Course leaders

Stéphane Chayer, Eng., D.S.A.
