Board Chair Best Practices Masterclass

Leadership and Governance skills for Board Chairs, the effective Board Management

Course Overview

Training program for Board Chair Best Practices Masterclass in Dubai is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to lead a board of directors effectively.

The program covers a wide range of topics, including board governance fundamentals, board composition and recruitment, board meetings and decision-making, board oversight and risk management, board strategy and planning, board performance assessment and succession planning, board relationships and external communications, board leadership and ethics, board financial management, and board innovation and change management.

Throughout the course, participants will learn how to lead a board effectively, build effective relationships with stakeholders, manage risks, promote ethical behavior, and create a culture of innovation and change. The program is ideal for individuals who are currently serving as board chairpersons or those who aspire to take on this role in the future.

Learning Objective

Enhance participants’ understanding of board governance: The training aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of the board, different governance models, and effective communication and transparency.
Develop participants’ skills in board composition and recruitment: Participants will learn how to identify and attract the right candidates, assess potential board members, and create a diverse and inclusive board.
Improve participants’ ability to lead effective board meetings: The training will equip participants with the tools and strategies needed to set agendas, manage discussions, and make effective decisions during board meetings.
Increase participants’ knowledge of board oversight and risk management: Participants will learn how to oversee the organization, manage risk, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Strengthen participants’ leadership skills and succession planning: The training will provide participants with the skills needed to effectively lead a board of directors and plan for succession when key board members leave their positions.
Enhance leadership skills: The training will provide participants with the opportunity to develop their leadership skills, including communication, decision-making, and strategic thinking.
Develop a better understanding of board governance: Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the role and responsibilities of the board, different governance models, and effective communication and transparency.
Build effective board relationships: The training will equip participants with the skills needed to build effective relationships with other board members, management, and stakeholders.
Improve board meeting management: Participants will learn how to set agendas, manage discussions, and make effective decisions during board meetings, improving their ability to lead productive and efficient meetings.
Increase knowledge of risk management and compliance: The training will provide participants with the tools and strategies needed to effectively manage risk and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Plan for board succession: Participants will learn how to plan for board succession and ensure a smooth transition when key board members leave their positions.