Board governance modules for Gain organisations

Participating organisations will have access to the following training courses.

How Boards Work:

Effective board governance

Date: Monday 5 October 09

Time: 4 – 7pm

Trainers: Charlotte Jones

 

Aim: To identify the skills and techniques needed to build and maintain an effective board.  Participants will explore the role of the board in driving the organisation’s mission and strategic vision and the relationship between the Chief Executive and the Chair. Through participative exercises participants will improve their skills in effective communication, decision making and conflict resolution.

 

 

Diversity and Board Governance

Date: Tuesday 13 October 09

Time:  4 – 7 pm

Trainers: Mary McDowell

 

Aim: This is a facilitated session to explore the benefits of managing diversity at board level and its impact on the organisation’s performance. Participants will look at the resources, tools and techniques available to support board members in implementing a diversity strategy. It will focus on the participant’s previous knowledge; encouraging group discussions and creative learning.

 

Finance for Board Members

Date: Monday 19 October 09

Time: 10 – 1pm

Trainer: Jeremy Smeeth

 

Aim: To provide an overview of the essential financial and accounting terminology and a guide to the integrated nature of financial statements. Those seeking to develop their understanding and confidence in interpreting management accounts will benefit from attending this seminar.

 

 

Recruiting and Inducting New Board Members

Date: Thursday 29 October 09

Time: 3 – 6 pm

Trainer: Tesse Akpeki

 

Aim: Recruiting new board members can be a challenging and time consuming task.  This session provides useful techniques on how to successfully attract, recruit and induct new board members.  Participants will also look at board retention, exploring the key tools in nurturing and developing commitment and encouraging board engagement.

 

Transform your Meetings

Date: Thursday 12 November 2009

Time: 3 – 6 pm

Trainer: Lois Graessle

 

Aim: To encourage board members to bring creative leadership into the meetings for which they are responsible.  It will also help participants develop their skills and confidence in facilitation, persuading others and managing conflicts.

 

To book a place on these sessions please complete and return a training booking form to j.opie@itc-arts.org

 

All sessions take place at ITC Training Room,

12 The Leathermarket, Weston Street, London SE1 3ER

 

 


 
Training Sessions for Organisations 
  • Finance for Board Members
  • Inducting and Recruiting New Board Members
  • Diversity and Board Governance
  • Transform your Board Meetings
  • How Boards Work: Effective Governance

How to book

These training courses are available to particpating Gain organisations.

To register for the Gain Training and Development Programme please contact Jon Opie at ITC on 020 7403 6698 or email j.opie@itc-arts.org.

All session will take place at the ITC Training Room, 12 The Leathermarket, Weston Street, London SE1 3ER (unless otherwise stated)

Action Learning Taster Session - Date TBC, November 2009, 3 - 6pm

Action Learning provides an opportunity for senior executives, managers and board members to address their professional challenges in a structured and facilitated environment. This taseter session will demonstrate how it all works.

The session will be run by ITC Action Learning Facilitators and will include an Introductory briefing and a practical demonstration. You will have a xhance to ask questions and discuss the benefits of Action Learning.  The session will be followed by an informal drinks reception, providing the opportunity to network with other attendees.

To reserve your place, please contact Jon Opie at j.opie@itc-arts.org