Non-Executive Directors' Programme

The role of a Non-Executive Director is crucial but increasingly challenging to perform effectively. NEDs must navigate scrutiny from regulators, shareholders and stakeholders and an increasingly complex business environment to add strategic value and perform good governance. This means having the knowledge and skills to spot red flags and deliver appropriate scrutiny and challenge.

This practical training course covers all aspects of the modern NEDs role, Responsibilities, Law, Regulation, board composition, remuneration and much more. Learn how to maximise your effectiveness whether you are new to the boardroom or looking to increase your value.

Participant Profile

1. Are you considering a portfolio career as an NED?
2. Do you need to update your knowledge as a current NED?
3. Are you a Company Secretary or governance professional wishing to learn more about the responsibilities of an NED

The course is suited to participants from across different sectors including listed companies, private companies, charity, health and others.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will understand:

1. Your responsibilities and the legal framework that underpins them.
2. How to be effective in the boardroom - delivering scrutiny and challenge.
3. Your role in risk management and audit committees.
4. Board composition, induction and training.
5. Remuneration, and the challenges for NEDs.

You will also receive:

• A delegate pack containing comprehensive course notes and presentation slides
• A certificate to show you have attended the course
• 6 hours credit towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• 6 months complimentary professional subscription of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland. This includes a subscription to G+C Magazine as well as access to briefings, discounts and our knowledge base.

Useful CGI Resources:

•  Non-Executive Directors’ Handbook, 5th Edition
• Corporate Governance Unlocked
• A wealth of further information and guidance on effective board-level governance can be found on our website.

Competency framework:

This course aligns to CGI’s competency framework: Emerging/Established
Use the competency framework to identify your strengths and areas for improvement in governance.