The Role of the Director and the Board

Management and LeadershipLive online

Course Info

Length5 days

TypeLive online

Available Date
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Course Details

In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, the effectiveness of a company’s board and directors plays a crucial role in shaping business success, ensuring compliance, and managing risk. Strong governance, ethical leadership, and strategic oversight are essential for directors and board members to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, stakeholder expectations, and organizational challenges.

This course is designed to provide current and aspiring directors, executives, and governance professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to enhance board effectiveness, manage corporate risk, and lead with strategic foresight. Participants will gain a deep understanding of corporate governance frameworks, legal responsibilities, risk management strategies, and stakeholder engagement approaches.


You’ll Learn How To:


  • Understand the role of the board and directors in corporate governance and decision-making.
  • Develop governance frameworks and internal controls to ensure compliance and accountability.
  • Recognize director liabilities and legal obligations to minimize risks.
  • Implement strategic stakeholder engagement techniques to drive business alignment.
  • Master corporate risk assessment and apply best practices in risk governance.
  • Ensure business continuity through proactive crisis management strategies.

Content Roadmap

Corporate Governance and the Board’s Role


Corporate governance is the backbone of corporate accountability and decision-making. Today, we explore the key principles, best practices, and frameworks that guide effective governance.


  • Definition and significance of corporate governance in modern businesses.
  • Roles and responsibilities of the board and directors in governance.
  • Key corporate governance codes and frameworks—global best practices.
  • Legal and regulatory challenges—why compliance matters.
  • Developing internal processes and controls for governance oversight.
  • Risk management and compliance strategies—ensuring auditing effectiveness.
  • d Management.
  • Stakeholder Engagement Strategies.
  • Crisis and Business Continuity Planning.

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