Board Director Online
Self-paced, eLearning for rapid upskilling of senior executives to help grow stronger, more effective boards.
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FLEXIBLE TRAINING TO DEVELOP BOARD SKILLS
Curated by experts in their field, Board Director Online contains a range of training courses suitable to current board members as well as helping to prepare business leaders for future board positions.
Supported by the latest digital technology, Board Director Online delivers digestible, interactive and engaging content, providing a highly motivated learning environment. Courses can be started and finished at any time, providing participants with a flexible learning experience.
Participants will have the opportunity to check their knowledge and skill gains with regular assessments and scenarios throughout. All courses have a final assessment or a summary of actionable insights for learners to reflect on what has been taught. Participants will also receive an official CPD certification to highlight their achievement upon completion.
KEY BENEFITS
For Businesses
Offer your business leaders a flexible training solution which suits those time-poor individuals who need to work at their own pace
Mitigate risk by providing your board members and any subsidiary boards with a clear understanding of board best practice and the skills and knowledge needed to successfully undertake the role
Prepare your senior leaders for future board positions and to give a rounded overview of the role of the board and how to approach current interactions at board level
Access discounted rates and management tools to oversee the engagement with the eLearning courses of multiple users
For Individuals
Develop confidence to pursue your board career
Address knowledge gaps and broaden your contribution by engaging with these specific topics
Gain a broad overview of the key technical skills required to successfully undertake a board role whilst also understanding the importance of the effective behaviours in board settings
Mitigate your personal liability by gaining a clear understanding of the technical knowledge needed to undertake the role
Develop solid foundation knowledge and learn how to apply it; courses are designed by practicing, experienced board members and governance experts on the skills and knowledge needed to be an effective board member
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Download a brochure to explore each of the online courses in more detail, the CPD credits available and who to contact for more information.
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THE ROLE OF THE BOARD
This course considers the relationships between the key board members, the board and the committees, and other internal and external stakeholders.
It discusses what makes an effective board, the role that board evaluations can play in improving performance and examines how important the issue of succession planning is.
4 hour course - £500 +VAT
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THE ROLE OF A BOARD MEMBER
This course considers board structure and practice and looks at the specific duties and liabilities associated with being a director.
It discusses why corporate governance is important and why it should be so much more than a simple box ticking exercise. It sets out the key tasks associated with being a board member as well as the personal attributes and skills needed to carry out the role effectively.
4 hour course - £500 +VAT
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ESSENTIAL FINANCIAL SKILLS FOR BOARD MEMBERS
This course is designed for those not from a finance background who need to build the essential knowledge in the field to be effective and drive company’s performance.
It will provide a solid foundation in finance and accounting from a board-level perspective and will focus on the methods of raising finance, reporting financial information, considering investments, valuations and acquisitions as well as the best practices of working with both internal and external auditors.
4 hour course - £500 +VAT
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CULTURE, STRATEGY AND THE BOARD
This course provides an understanding of the concepts and the tools required to align culture and strategy for long-term success.
It explores the board’s role in setting and monitoring culture, the difference between purpose and vision, what a good set of core values looks like, and how to ensure the effective implementation of strategy for strategic advantage.
4 hour course - £500 +VAT
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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTOR PACKAGE
The following 4 courses are available as one package:
The Role of the Board
The Role of a Board Member
Essential Financial Skills for Board Members
Culture, Strategy and the Board
Whether you are a newly appointed director, already have board experience, or are not yet working at board level, the Professional Director Package will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the role of a board director.
Purchase all four courses together, and receive £150 discount on the cost of taking them separately.
The package consists of 16 hours of learning is available for £1850 + VAT.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSE
GETTING YOUR FIRST BOARD ROLE
This course is an online alternative to the How To Get Your First Non-Executive Director Role workshop, offering flexibility for those who are unable to attend in person.
This is a practical course designed specifically for aspiring board directors who are actively looking to secure their first board position.
It will provide a clear overview of the realities of the board market, the skills that boards are looking for, and guidance on effectively articulating your unique value proposition and distinguishing yourself from the competition.
WHY JOIN THIS COURSE?
• Explore the realities of the board market including hot topics for boards
• Gain a clear understanding of what boards are looking for and how to distinguish yourself from the competition
• Learn how to effectively articulate your unique value proposition and what you will bring to a board
• Gain a clear plan of action on how to approach and find board opportunities
• Learn how to identify and manage your network as an aspiring board member
• Develop greater confidence in how to prepare and excel at board interviews
• Understand how to create an impactful board CV and profile
2 hour course - £250 +VAT
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