£50 (Digital Members); £30 (Full & Directors’ Circle members)
You don’t need to be a governance expert to become a board director – but you do need to know the basics.
A core understanding of governance and the role of a director is vital to present yourself with both confidence and competence as a prospective Non-Executive Director. It is also important to recognise the governance frameworks in different sectors.
This Quick Course gives a high-level overview of this essential knowledge. In just one hour you will gain the grounding you need to get started, and a clearer idea of any areas where you may wish to deepen your knowledge.
This course covers:
- Board opportunities and motivations;
- The role of a non-executive director;
- Introducing governance codes and regulators;
- Legal duties & liabilities – and protecting yourself as a director;
- How non-executive directors really work in practice;
- Board composition, selection and your Due Diligence.
It also includes recommendations for further reading and resources to progress further in your journey.