Leadership for Directors and Board Members Training Course

The ongoing global disruptions, business challenges, and pandemics have not only overturned traditional business standards but also fundamentally reshaped how boards govern their organizations. Discover what directors need to know today to perform effectively. Gain access to best-practice tips and tools for meetings, information management, agendas, committees, and structure that boards worldwide use to enhance performance, reduce effort, and free up more time for high-value board activities.

This instructor-led, live training is offered in Ottawa but can be delivered elsewhere. It is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

This instructor-led live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate to advanced board members and directors seeking to enhance their leadership, governance, and decision-making skills.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key responsibilities and legal duties of a director.
• Develop effective governance structures and boardroom dynamics.
• Enhance strategic decision-making and risk management capabilities.
• Improve communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making at the board level.

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, supervisors, and technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles who wish to use structured leadership frameworks and communication tools to strengthen authority, delegation, and team performance in growing organizations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Define and apply clear leadership authority and accountability within their scope.
• Delegate tasks and outcomes effectively while maintaining performance oversight.
• Conduct structured, direct, and constructive performance conversations.
• Communicate expectations clearly to improve engagement and cross-functional alignment.

Ownership and accountability are vital in organizational management. Ownership entails taking responsibility and initiative for tasks, while accountability means being answerable for the outcomes. These principles are essential as they promote a culture of responsibility and reliability, leading to improved performance, effective problem-solving, and alignment with organizational goals.

The strength of any organization’s governance relies heavily on its board of directors, which in turn depends on the effectiveness of its chairman. Despite this, the role of board leadership receives the least amount of training and support, even though it is critical for board success. Frequently, board leaders and chief executives find themselves in power struggles. This course reveals the strategies employed by the world’s top board leaders and shares practical, real-world insights from experienced board professionals.

Are you aiming for your inaugural board position? Perhaps you have recently secured a board role and are preparing for your first meeting? Or maybe your organization wants to equip rising managers and diverse talent with the essential knowledge required for boardroom inclusion and effectiveness. This intensive one-day programme provides everything you need to be competent, well-informed, and fully prepared the moment you step through those boardroom doors.