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Essential Meeting Requirements

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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 run effective, compliant and well-governed meetings that support sound decision-making and organisational accountability.

Meetings are a vital part of organisational governance.

This course provides an overview of how meetings should be conducted to support good governance, meet legal obligations and deliver outcomes in the best interests of the organisation.

You will explore the statutory and common law requirements relating to meetings of directors, members, managed investment schemes, class meetings and creditors.

In addition to legal frameworks, the course offers practical guidance on planning and conducting meetings, drafting minutes and managing resolutions.

Whether you are new to board responsibilities or seeking to strengthen your governance practices, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to ensure your meetings are effective, compliant and strategically aligned.

More details about the course

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.
Course structure

Section A – Governance Principles

  • Governance policies
  • Types of meeting structures
  • Articles of Association/constitution and Board Charter/Terms of Reference
  • Statutory obligations - Corporations Act 2001
  • Key stakeholders
  • Compliance and reporting obligations
  • Social licence to operate

Section B – Professional Practices

  • General meeting practices
  • Directors’ meetings
  • Pre-meeting preparation
  • Key meeting aspects
  • Post-meeting actions
  • Informal board meetings
  • Members’ meetings
  • Conducting members’ meetings
  • Pre-meeting preparation
  • Recording members’ meetings
  • Post-meeting actions
  • Tips for conducting an AGM

Section C – Personal Thinking

  • Case study 1: Listed Public Company – Random Spy Tech Ltd.
  • Case study 2: Large Not-for-Profit

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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.
For business

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