Who should attend

• Executives and senior leaders in business, government and not-for-profit who are responsible for, or directly involved in, delivering their organisation’s net zero strategy.
• Leaders who want to upskill and accelerate their organisation’s transition to net zero.
• Experienced professionals in leadership roles.

What you will learn

Why join our Executive Leadership Program?

• Navigate the Net Zero Landscape With Confidence
  Gain the skills to cut through the complexity of net zero. Explore the “why” behind net zero goals, the solutions and technologies that support them, and how to translate insight into strategy.
• Turn Net Zero Expertise into Career Advantage
  Net zero is no longer a future issue – it’s changing careers now. Build the knowledge and leadership skills to thrive in a low-carbon economy, and leverage this expertise for career progression.
• Learn from Industry Experts
  Gain first-hand insight from industry leaders who have turned climate ambition into action. Through face-to-face learning, explore real-world case studies and global best practice.
• Lead Your Organisation’s Net Zero Transition
  Move from targets to implementation by embedding net zero into the systems, processes and culture of your organisation. Develop the skills to engage stakeholders, drive behavioural change, and deliver long-term impact.
• Join a Community of Net Zero Leaders
  Learn alongside senior leaders from across sectors who are tackling the net zero transition in real time. Develop meaningful, lasting connections through a collaborative cohort and continue the conversation through an active alumni network.
• Turn Net Zero Action Into Competitive Advantage
  Net zero is often framed as a cost or compliance burden, but in practice it can be harnessed as a strategic opportunity. Learn how to use net zero to unlock innovation, access new markets, and ensure your organisation stands out in its sector.

Program structure

Day 1: Net Zero in Context

Understand the latest trends, drivers and evidence for net zero.

Day 2: The Transition to Net Zero

Explore what the transition to net zero looks like and the implications for economies, sectors and organisations.

Day 3: The Net Zero Opportunity

Develop or refine a credible transition plan and identify opportunities to thrive in a net zero future.

Day 4: Change-Making for Net Zero

Embed net zero into your organisation and unlock change.

Testimonials

"The facilitators and the industry experts that have given time to this program and designed the content have been exceptional. They have a fantastic natural ability to convey what needs to be done, how to do it, and how to strive for success."

"If you do anything, do this program. I can't think of anything else that's more relevant and contemporary and necessary… This program really arms you with what you need to have the confidence to start to take action."

"One of the things from the program that's really stuck with me is that we're the first generation to really understand climate change and the last generation to actually be able to do something about it... As business leaders, we've got a role to play and the time to lead is now."

Expert Facilitators

for any additional information please contact MSDI-NetZeroAcademy@monash.edu