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Minutes for Boards and Committees

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Course type Short courses
Proficiency level Emerging
Delivery method Online
Member $570
Non-Member $720
CPD hours 6

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Learn how to take clear, accurate and compliant minutes that support transparency and accountability in decision-making.

Meetings are central to organisational governance, providing a platform for collaboration and decision-making.

Accurate minutes are essential to record these decisions and ensure accountability, clarity and continuity.

This course equips participants with best practice knowledge and practical minute-taking skills.

You will learn how to prepare, structure, review and finalise minutes that are objective, concise and a true reflection of meeting outcomes.

Whether you are new to minute taking or looking to refine your approach, the course will help you build confidence in documenting board and committee meetings to a professional standard.

More details about the course

Learning objectives
  • Identify the purpose, function and legislative requirements of minutes.
  • Define the role and responsibilities of the minute taker.
  • Examine best practice in minute taking.
  • Explore technology advancements that assist the minute taker to improve their efficiency or accuracy in undertaking their responsibilities.
Course structure

Section A – Governance Principles

  • What are minutes?
  • Why are minutes important?
  • Who uses minutes?
  • Core traits of the minute taker
  • The role of minutes in governance

Section B – Professional Practices

  • How are minutes affected by legislation?
  • Board and Committee Charters
  • The role and responsibilities of the minute taker
  • The minute taking process
  • Technology

Section C – Personal Thinking

  • Case study: HGL Ltd (Happy Go Lucky)

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Assessments

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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We provide specialised in-house training to organisations who want to train large groups of staff.

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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Key Information
  • Assessment: Knowledge checks, quiz questions, and a case study response.
    Proficiency level: Emerging
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    Short course: Minutes for Boards and Committees
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  • This short course forms a part of:
    Certificate in Secretarial Practice Essentials
  • Complete six short, focused courses and get a Certificate. Each course builds your expertise step-by-step, giving you practical skills and a nationally respected credential. Flexible, accessible, and designed for busy professionals—start your journey today and grow your governance career with confidence.

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Capabilities : Reflection & Learning , Critical & Independent Thinking , Governance & Oversight , Accountability & Compliance , Secretarial Practice , Legislation & Policy