The Role of the Director and the Board
INTRODUCTION
Board members are the fiduciaries who steer the organization towards a sustainable future by adopting sound, ethical, and legal governance and financial management policies, as well as by making sure the organisation has adequate resources to advance its mission.
Delivering an essential understanding of the board s role in corporate governance and risk management, this introduction to the duties and legal responsibilities of a director will enable you to tackle the challenges of the boardroom with fresh confidence and progress your career to the next level.
Delegates will be encouraged to consider their own role, Board and organisation, bringing relevant issues and challenges to share, discuss and develop solutions.
This five-day programme will give you the essential knowledge, skills and confidence to improve your performance as a Director and that of the Board s.
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this Role of the Director and the Board course, delegates will gain:
An understanding of the duties, roles and legal obligations of the Director and the Board,
An in depth understanding of the Company Act and its implications for businesses, along with the legal and regulatory environment businesses must operate,
A deep insight in to corporate governance and how it influences the responsibilities, accountabilities and activities of the Board,
A recognition of the approach to take as a Director, both in and out of the boardroom and how to improve personal boardroom effectiveness, The ability to identify and understand the crucial differences between direction, management and ownership,
An understanding of how to identify good governance and interpret, assess, and manage corporate risk, Developed strategies and approaches for the effective management of stakeholders at Board level, Recognition of the importance and influence corporate values have in the development of a successful, responsible and ethical business, Increased confidence to challenge and influence Board level decisions and company direction.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
Whether you are an experienced long serving Director, newly appointed or an aspiring Director, this course will give you a fresh and unique insight in to an ever growing role and responsibilities accompanying the position.
COURSE OUTLINE
Day 1
Corporate Governance and the role of the Company Director and the Board
Understanding Corporate Governance: an overview
The role of the Company Director and Board in corporate governance
Best practice: a look at the corporate Governance Codes
Delivering good corporate Governance and meeting the legal and regulatory challenges: the need for robust internal processes and systems
Establishing, communicating and monitoring controls
Managing risk
Managing compliance through effective auditing
Day 2
Review powers, liabilities and statutory responsibilities of Directors and the Board
Overview of the Director s roles, responsibilities and duties
What is a Director? Understanding the different types
The purpose and use of Director service agreements
Understanding Board structure and committees
Role and duties of the Board: best practice principles
Delegate powers and matters reserved for the Board
Establishing an effective Board: purpose, policies and evaluation
Introduction to the 2006 Companies Act and a review of its implications for Company Directors
Liabilities and accountabilities of Company Directors
Knowing the consequences of a Breach of duty
Day 3
Focus on the role of the Director in relation to other corporate stakeholders
Who are corporate stakeholders
Identifying and mapping stakeholders
Strategic stakeholder management
Developing and implementing the action plan
Communicating with stakeholders: Strategy and progress
Managing stakeholder conflict
Day 4
Review key legislation and its implications for both individual Directors and corporate liability
Overview of the regulatory and legal framework insight in to the breadth of legislation impacting businesses including competition, health and safety, employment, corporate solvency, wrongful trading and contract law
Review of the 2006 Companies Act and its implications on the Board and the Business
International framework and EU Directives
Liabilities and accountabilities of company stakeholders
Legal reporting requirements and the disclosure of information
Day 5
Corporate Risk Management
Understanding risk: what is risk?
Identifying corporate risk
Assessment, management, monitoring and risk reporting
The risk culture: Risk adverse or risk taking
Audit and risk committee
Business continuity planning and crisis management
IN-HOUSE TRAINING
LPC Training is capable of conducting this training programme exclusively for your delegates. Please e-mail us on admin@lpcentre.com for further information and/or to receive a comprehensive proposal.
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CONTACT INFO
LONDON
Oxford Street Offices:
London - Oxford St.
High-Quality material has been prepared by the LPC team for distribution to delegates. In addition, a special note pad to facilitate note-taking will be provided.
25 N Row, London W1K 6DJ
T: +44 (0) 20 80 900 464
CERTIFICATES
Park Royal offices:
47 49 Park Royal Road
Accredited Certificate of completion will be issued to those who attend & successfully complete the programme.
London NW10 7LQ
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E: info@lpcentre.com
SCHEDULE
Our Course timings commence at 09:00 and conclude at 13:00.
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
DUBAI
Office 501
Clover Bay Tower, Business Bay
T: +971 4 421 4616
Please complete the registration form on the course page & return it to us indicating your preferred mode of payment. For Further Information, please get in touch with us.
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CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Delegates have 14 days from the date of booking to cancel and receive a full refund or transfer to another date free of charge. If less than 14 days notice is given then we will be unable to refund or cancel the booking unless on medical grounds.
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TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT
We are committed to picking up and dropping off the participants from the airport to the hotel and back.
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