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Not-for-Profit Officers, Directors and the Board

 

This course delves into the complex legalities and operational duties of Not-for-Profit (NFP) boards, officers and directors. It aims to equip NFP professionals with a thorough understanding of governance frameworks, legal obligations, and contemporary issues pertinent to board and committee roles within the sector.

 

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Course overview

This course provides valuable insights into the operational and legal intricacies of the Not-for-Profit sector, tailored to help officers, directors, and board members navigate the sector’s diverse regulatory landscape. By understanding the specific duties and legal responsibilities tied to various Not-for-Profit organisational structures and jurisdictions, participants can enhance their governance skills and strategic decision-making abilities, ensuring their organisations thrive within their governing frameworks.

    • Key information
  • Duration: 3.5 hours (face-to-face & virtual)
    CPD Points: 5 CPD hours
    Assessment: 20 question multiple choice exam with 70% pass mark
    • Learning objectives
  • • Outline the role of the governance framework in defining the ethics and culture of an organisation, as well as the duties and responsibilities of officers, directors and the board of Not-for-Profit organisations
    • Review the role and responsibilities of the board or management committee of Not-for-Profit organisations
    • Examine the common law, equity and statutory duties that apply to officers and directors of Not-for-Profit organisations
    • Appreciate the importance of the role and responsibilities of the board secretary in a Not-for-Profit organisation
    • Provide an insight into the statutory duties of Not-for-Profit organisations in relation to membership, meetings and minutes
    • Discuss topical issues affecting Not-for-Profit boards such as the management of risk and conflicts of interests, strategic planning, and ethics and communication.
    • Who should do the course?
  • • Company secretaries
    • Officers, directors, financial managers and treasurers
    • CEOs, CFOs, board and committee members
    • General managers and governance professionals.
    • Delivery
  • • Face-to-face
    • Online on-demand
    • Virtual

Why study this course?

The aim of this course is to discuss the role and responsibilities of Not-for-Profit boards or management committees and to examine the legal duties of officers and directors of Not-for-Profit organisations.

End of year sale price

Full Price 2024 Short Course Online** EOYS 2024 Short Course Online**
Member pricing $510 $435
Non-member pricing $615 $540

CPD hours

5 CPD hours. Find out more about CPD hours and requirements here.

Course dates

Where Format Date
Online Virtual Anytime Register

Academic profile

The course is designed and delivered by seasoned governance experts and legal professionals with extensive academic and industry experience.

 

 

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