Course Description
This advanced 5-day course builds on foundational board secretariat knowledge to develop high-level skills in governance, committee management, and strategic decision-making. Participants will gain expertise in facilitating board effectiveness, managing complex governance issues, and driving organizational performance through enhanced board and committee processes.
Learning Objectives
- Develop advanced skills in board governance and committee management
- Master techniques for strategic decision-making and board effectiveness
- Enhance ability to navigate complex governance challenges
- Improve board communication and stakeholder engagement strategies
- Strengthen risk management and compliance oversight capabilities
Course Modules
Day 1: Advanced Board Governance
- Evolving governance trends and best practices
- Board composition and succession planning
- Enhancing board performance and evaluation
- Governance in crisis situations
Day 2: Strategic Committee Management
- Optimizing committee structures and charters
- Facilitating effective committee meetings
- Cross-committee collaboration and reporting
- Committee performance measurement
Day 3: Board Communication and Stakeholder Relations
- Advanced minute-taking and report writing
- Managing board-management dynamics
- Shareholder and stakeholder engagement strategies
- Crisis communication and reputation management
Day 4: Risk Management and Compliance
- Enterprise risk management for boards
- Compliance oversight and reporting
- Cybersecurity governance
- ESG and sustainability governance
Day 5: Strategic Decision-Making and Organizational Performance
- Facilitating strategic planning at the board level
- Financial oversight and value creation
- Measuring and reporting on organizational performance
- Innovation and digital transformation governance
Practical Wins for Participants
- Implement advanced governance frameworks to enhance board effectiveness
- Develop strategies to optimize committee performance and collaboration
- Create robust stakeholder engagement and communication plans
- Design comprehensive risk management and compliance oversight processes
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
