Governance Essentials
Learn the roles and responsibilities of a board of directors across a range of governance settings. Gain a confident grasp of board relationships, robust processes, good decision-making, and board operations.
Our Governance Essentials course is available as a face-to-face or online course.
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Face-to-face course
Our popular one day face-to-face course provides an opportunity for learning, discussion and case study exploration with other course participants.Learn more & register -
Online module series
Our online module series provides you the freedom to learn at your own pace. The course consists of six modules which can be purchased individually or as a series. Purchase the series at a discounted rate.Learn more & register -
Essentials bundle
This course bundle includes access to our online Governance Essentials modules and Finance Essentials module series.Learn more & register
Online course modules
1. Governance and the Law
Gain an overview of governance and directors' legal responsibilities.
2. Roles in Governance
Explore the roles of the chair and directors on boards and committees, and their relationship to the CEO and executive team.
3. Purpose and Strategy
Explore the responsibility of the board in determining an entity’s purpose, and developing and overseeing its strategy.
4. Culture
Understand the importance of culture and the impact it has on board and organisational performance.
5. Holding to Account
Learn how oversight and monitoring of management performance is a core function of an effective board.
6. Effective Compliance
Gain an understanding of your financial obligations, compliance requirements and duties as a director.
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