Secrets of Boardroom Leadership Training Course
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.
This course is available as onsite live training in Kenya or online live training.Course Outline
Secrets of Effective Board Leadership
- Characteristics that define a highly skilled board chair
- Why the competencies required for board leadership differ significantly from those of management leaders
- Contemporary challenges facing board leaders
- The role of emotional intelligence for the board chair
Managing the Relationship with the Board’s Chief Executive
- Strategies for fostering effective collaboration between the board and CEO
- Distinguishing board responsibilities from those of management
- Establishing clear boundaries and expectations for the board and CEO
Navigating CEO Succession and Evaluation
- Clarifying the board’s role in succession planning
- Key components of a robust CEO succession plan
- Common pitfalls and best practices in CEO evaluation
- Identifying who should lead the CEO evaluation process
- Case study – When a founder hands over control to a new CEO: Did they truly let go?
Flashpoints: Managing Boardroom Conflict
- How boards can unexpectedly become sources of corporate crises
- Triggers for the most frequent board conflicts
- Addressing conflicts of interest and conducting board investigations
- Managing a corporate crisis: A simulated board meeting exercise
This program emphasizes active engagement and Q&A between the presenter and participants. Effective corporate board work is a team effort, so be ready to engage actively in a simulated "boardroom." The course includes numerous examples, curated links and resources, exercises, and case studies.
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