Overview

So, you have been appointed to the board of a For-Purpose (Not-for-profit) organisation that you know makes a positive difference. Congratulations, we hope you gain much satisfaction from your involvement!

This four-session, live; and online course equips newly appointed and existing board members with the knowledge they need to exercise their important responsibilities and make a valuable contribution to their organisation's mission!

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NFP Board Member Course & Certification – 29th August 2022

Overview So, you have been appointed to the board of a For-Purpose (Not-For-Profit) organisation that you know makes a positive difference. Congratulations and we hope you gain much satisfaction from your involvement! This four-session, live, online course equips newly appointed and existing board members with the knowledge they need to exercise their important responsibilities and (more…)

What’s covered

Module 1: The Fundamentals

Module 2: Essential Knowledge

Understanding the financial reports | Managing risk | Developing & implementing strategic & business plans | Board/staff roles & responsibilities

Module 3: What You Will Need

Module 4: Making a Positive Difference

Who's it for?

Existing board/committee chairs
Newly appointed board/committee members
Those considering joining an NFP board or committee

Outcomes

A clear understanding of your legal and other responsibilities
Insights into what 'good governance' means and how to exercise it
The 5 core characteristics exhibited by effective boards and committees
How to make the best possible contribution
An understanding of your organisation's finances
The ability to assess your own organisation's current leadership standards

Facilitator

Peter Holdsworth

Peter Holdsworth has spent most of his professional career leading, managing, and advising community service organisations, so he has unique insights into what works and what doesn't... particularly in the art of management.

He has post-graduate qualifications in management, is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management, a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and is a Churchill Fellow.

He also sits on the boards of four community service organisations. His presentations are practical, engaging, and memorable!

Details

Time:

Monday's & Friday's 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm AEDT for 2 weeks

Location:

Online

Fee:

$900 Ex GST

What you get:

Presentation notes | NFP Board Education Course Certificate | Complementary consulting consultation

Feedback

97%

of participants rated this course 5/5

5/5

Peter is an excellent trainer, perfect manner and course was founded in experience.
Graham, Recreation WA

5/5

The information presented was concise, logical and supported well with real examples to provide context. Peter was very credible and experienced as evident by his examples shared. Much appreciated.
Pam, Australian Childcare Alliance QLD

5/5

The right balance of critical, core responsibilities and advice. Peter was confident, credible and engaging.
James, Parents Beyond Breakup

5/5

It was a great course with insights into what needs to be covered and correct governance within board member structure. Peter had very clear information and he was easy to follow and understand. All topics were informative. A great training organisation.
Russell, NECA Victoria

5/5

Covered all bases and gave me some food for thought. It was convenient to do and catered for a varied audience. Thanks!
Julia, Ability Options

5/5

I found the course very worthwhile - lots of valuable relevant information. Would recommend to new NFP Board members and those considering becoming an NFP Board member. Peter was a very skilled and knowledgeable presenter. I am grateful for the opportunity to attend this course.
Kerry, Anam Cara House Geelong

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