| BUSINESS CHALLENGE
An effective board relies on essential meeting protocols being understood and used by the Chair, Board Secretary and Directors. This Programme will suit prospective directors and board secretaries, or current directors needing a good refresher course. You may be on a board, or similar group such as a body corporate or council.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This one day hands on workshop is designed to introduce prospective directors and board secretaries to essential board meeting skills and knowledge. It is also a good refresher course for current directors.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this programme, it is expected you will have the tools to be able to;
- Understand the essentials of effective agendas, agenda paper and minutes
- Know what should (and should not) be recorded in the minutes
- Recommend styles and formats for minutes
- Balance formality with informality
- Know how a constitution (or lack of one) limits board powers
- Use the potential power (and avoid the abuse) of meeting rules
- Know how to draft a Chair’s Agenda
- Ensure follow-up on board resolutions
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The workshop features hands-on exercises to develop practical skills as well as providing examples and templates for you to take away as resources.
The following areas are covered during the workshop;
- Procedural Motions
- Board Committees
- Minutes of Narration
- Minutes of Resolution
- Meeting Notice Requirements
- Special Meetings
- Annual Meetings
- Board Meetings
- Terms of Reference
IN-COMPANY OPTION
NZIM will partner with you to deliver a customised programme for your organisation. NZIM partner with some of New Zealand’s leading organisations, to deliver high quality learning programmes, designed to meet specific organisational needs.
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