REACH: Advancing to C-Level Leadership Program
The REACH: Advancing to C-Level Leadership Program is a six-month, high-impact experience designed to equip senior-level leaders with the strategic, financial, and executive skills critical to excelling in top corporate roles. Going beyond traditional leadership training, this program combines research-driven insights with self-reflection, helping you further refine your authentic leadership style and prepare for the highest levels of organizational influence. Through targeted learning and personalized development, you will gain clarity to lead with purpose at the executive level. It will empower you to navigate complex challenges, make data-driven decisions, and drive the long-term success of your organization in today’s ever-evolving business landscape. Designed to expand your leadership capacity, this program will prepare you to thrive in an interconnected world and help shape the future of your organization.
REACH: Break Through to the Next Level of Your Career
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Reimagining pathways for leaders
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Equipping you with tools for executive success
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Accelerating your journey to the C-suite
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Connecting you with sponsors and networks
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Harnessing your strengths to lead with impact
Program Highlights
One on One Coaching
Three 45-minute 1:1 coaching sessions delivered virtually by seasoned executives who are reacHIRE Guides
Interactive Team Sessions
Eight 90-minute Guide-facilitated virtual sessions designed to foster collaboration as well as deepen learning with peers
Comprehensive Curriculum
Executive leadership and essential business skills (e.g., P&L management) delivered two ways: asynchronously by Bentley Faculty, and synchronously by reacHIRE Executive Guides.
Supportive Power Network
Build lasting relationships with a cohort of future C-suite leaders through collaborative learning teams and an accompanying online community.
Tailored Leadership Growth
In addition to the core content, the program offers targeted electives to support your unique career goals. Choose from CEO, CMO, CFO, CTO, or CPO tracks—each featuring expert-led modules designed to deepen your leadership skills and prepare you for C-suite success.
Proprietary Platform
The program is hosted on reacHIRE’s Aurora platform, which combines 1:1 coaching, peer learning, bite-sized content, live meditations, monthly webinars, and on-demand resources for a seamless learning experience. Accessible via web and mobile app, Aurora empowers participants to stay connected and engaged—anytime, anywhere.
Own the Next Chapter of Your Leadership Journey
What You'll Gain
Leading Self
Through personalized coaching and assessments (including reacHIRE’s Leadership Profile) participants gain deep insight into their leadership style. The program helps refine executive presence, strengthen communication, and build influence, while guiding participants to craft a career strategy that positions them for C-suite opportunities with confidence and clarity.
Leading Business
Through self-paced modules led by Bentley University faculty, participants will strengthen strategic thinking, build financial acumen, and gain tools to lead innovation and change. The program equips leaders to navigate complex business environments and drive impact at the executive level.
Leading Others
Participants will build global leadership skills, deepen emotional intelligence, and learn to lead high-performing, inclusive teams. Through peer learning and cohort collaboration, they’ll develop strong networks, sharpen people leadership, and drive meaningful organizational change.
Program Overview
This program is designed for leaders in senior-level roles (Senior Director to Vice President and Senior Vice President) who are eager to accelerate their careers and reach the highest levels of corporate leadership. You’ll gain access to a comprehensive curriculum that offers both a broad, foundational perspective and the flexibility to tailor your learning to your interests and professional goals. With specialized content and opportunities to refine your leadership skills, this program is ideal for leaders with 15+ years of industry experience, proven leadership abilities, and a strong commitment to further advancing their careers.
- Gain deep insight into your authentic leadership style through personalized assessments and one-on-one coaching
- Build a compelling personal brand that reflects your strengths and sets you apart as an executive leader
- Strengthen executive presence and communication skills to influence and engage key stakeholders
- Develop a proactive career advancement strategy aligned with your C-suite goals
- Enhance strategic thinking to address business challenges and seize new opportunities
- Build financial literacy to manage budgets, oversee operations, and lead with confidence
- Drive innovation and lead transformational change across complex global organizations
- Navigate organizational dynamics and build strategic, cross-functional relationships
- Inspire high-performing teams through elevated people leadership and emotional intelligence
- Champion global inclusion and foster inclusive, high-impact workplace cultures
- Expand your leadership network through cohort-based learning and peer collaboration
Featured Faculty
Andy Aylesworth, PhD
Andy Aylesworth is a marketing professor at Bentley and has lectured at Rotterdam School of Management and the University of Adelaide. His primary teaching interests are Creativity, Advertising, Marketing Communication and Promotion, and Marketing Fundamentals. His current research interests include enhancing creativity in business, improving marketing, and business pedagogy.
Veronica Barber, EdD
Veronica Barber is a lecturer and assistant chair of the Management Department with over 30 years of leadership experience. A promoter of presence-based leadership, life-enriching work, and healthy organizational change, she is also an ICF- and EQ-certified coach who helps executives nationwide strengthen emotional intelligence and lead with intention.
Cynthia E. Clark, PhD
Cynthia Clark is a corporate governance and business ethics expert and the author of Giving Voice to Values in the Boardroom and Business & Society: Ethical, Legal and Digital Environments. A frequent speaker for NACD and 50/50 Women on Boards, her work focuses on shareholder activism, ethical decision-making, and boardroom dynamics.
Eric Gaynor, CPA
Eric Gaynor is a professor with extensive experience in accounting. He consults for several state agencies as Manager of Cost Allocation Services for Sivic Solutions Group and was a Project Manager with Maximus specializing in revenue maximization. Eric has public accounting experience in tax and audit with Johnson O'Connor.
Program Details
Program Date
This six-month program starts in February 2026.
Program Cost: $5,195
Program fee includes tuition and instructional materials.
Bentley Refund Policy
Bentley University will grant a full refund for cancellations received at least 30 days before the program start date. A 50% refund will be given for those cancellations made prior to fourteen days of the program start date. No refund will be granted for those cancellations received after that time.