Essential Meeting Requirements

Meetings are an important responsibility for directors. The process by which directors make decisions can be subject to legal action. This course outlines statutory and common law rules in relation to meetings of directors, members, managed investment schemes, class meetings and meetings of creditors. Guidance is provided on good governance practices for the planning and conduct of meetings and procedures in relation to minutes and resolutions.

The aim of this course is to provide an overview of how meetings can be conducted to ensure good governance, meet legal obligations and to effectively derive outcomes which are in the best interests of the company as a whole.

Learning objectives:

•        Identify the statutory requirements and confirm the roles and responsibilities of those participating in meetings.
•        Explore best practice in the conduct of meetings.
•        Highlight best practice for minutes and resolutions.
•        Examine potential solutions for difficult situations which may occur in meetings.

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Capabilities : Critical & Independent Thinking , Ethics & Integrity , Accountability & Compliance , Problem-solving & Decision-making , Secretarial Practice , Legislation & Policy