Not-for-Profit Governance Fundamentals

• Understand the overarching concept of governance for not-for-profit organisations.
• Examine and apply the key principles of not-for-profit governance.
• Analyse the framework which underpins the governance of not-for-profit organisations including legislation, standards and guidelines.

Section A – Governance Principles

• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
• Not-for-profit governance principles 3rd edition (AICD)
• Governing documents
• Components of governance
• Indigenous governance

Section B – Professional Practices

• Whole-of-organisation approach to governance
• The governance framework in Australia
• Regulation of corporate governance
• Key legislation
• Regulators
• Governing body and governance
• The Board
• NFP Director’ and Officers’ duties explained
• The duties of Officers of incorporated associations
• The role and responsibilities of the governance professional explained
• Case law and issues in governance

Section C – Personal Thinking

• Case studies: Scenario 1 – Director of two boards
  Scenario 2 – Procurement
  Scenario 3 – Member representative

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A short course is assessed as follows:

• A final quiz (multiple choice, achieve 75% to pass, unlimited attempts).
• A short case study written response (suggested answers are revealed for reflection).
• Knowledge checks are included as you progress through the course material (these are not assessed).
• See the Assessment Rules for further information.

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What are the benefits on in-house training?

• Train large numbers of staff.
• Participate in customised training that caters to the needs of your staff and your organisation’s business objectives.
• Invite and engage with your key clients, suppliers and contractors to ensure you’re working together with the same knowledge.

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