Course Description
This intensive 5-day program equips aspiring and current board members with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective corporate governance. Participants will explore key aspects of board responsibilities, strategic leadership, financial oversight, risk management, and ethical decision-making. Through case studies and interactive sessions, attendees will develop practical skills to excel in the boardroom.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the roles, responsibilities, and legal duties of board members
- Develop strategic thinking and decision-making skills for effective corporate governance
- Master financial oversight and risk management techniques
- Enhance leadership abilities and ethical decision-making in the boardroom
- Learn best practices for board operations and stakeholder management
Course Modules
Day 1: Foundations of Corporate Governance
- Introduction to corporate governance principles
- Legal and regulatory framework for boards
- Board structure and composition
- Director roles and responsibilities
Day 2: Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
- Strategic planning and oversight
- Corporate strategy formulation and execution
- Decision-making frameworks for boards
- Stakeholder management and communication
Day 3: Financial Oversight and Risk Management
- Financial statement analysis for directors
- Budgeting and resource allocation
- Enterprise risk management
- Audit committee responsibilities
Day 4: Ethics, Compliance, and Corporate Culture
- Ethical decision-making in the boardroom
- Corporate compliance and governance policies
- Building and maintaining a strong corporate culture
- Crisis management and reputation risk
Day 5: Board Effectiveness and Evaluation
- Board performance evaluation techniques
- Succession planning for directors and executives
- Enhancing board dynamics and communication
- Continuous improvement strategies for boards
Practical Wins for Participants
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of board member responsibilities and best practices
- Enhance strategic thinking and decision-making skills for effective corporate governance
- Gain practical tools for financial oversight and risk management
- Improve leadership abilities and ethical decision-making in the boardroom
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
