New and Developing Boards: Core Governance Principles and Practices Programme

For an organisation to be successful, it is vital to commence with appropriate best practices and stakeholder relationships. The Boardroom Practice Limited provides guidance on these issues to new and developing Boards.

This customised programme covers the following core governance areas:

• What is Governance and why is it important?
• The Board and strategic planning.
• The Board Charter – function, mission and values.
• Legal obligations – Company law and Board meetings.
• Director Codes of Conduct.
• The Board in operation – agenda, procedures, papers.
• Evaluations – CEO, Board as a whole and individuals.
• Communicating with stakeholders

It can also include special subject modules that cover any of the following:

• Boardroom dynamics.
• Conflicts of interest.
• Wearing Two Hats.
• Directing in small companies.
• Financial reporting including understanding financial statements.
• Committees work plans.
• Monitoring Board performance.

Depending on the programmes duration and the course modules chosen, illustrative case studies and/or role playing scenarios are incorporated. Flexibility is provided with ½ day, 1 day and staggered 2 day programmes, and 2 to 3 hour dedicated subject modules.