Why Attend
The "Strategic Leadership for Board Members" program is meticulously designed by Commonwealth Training and Consulting Africa to empower board members with the skills and knowledge required to lead with strategic foresight and accountability. This training provides insights into governance, decision-making, and ethical leadership while enhancing participants' ability to drive sustainable growth and resilience within their organizations.
Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing
Understand and implement strategic leadership principles that align with the organization's goals.; Enhance decision-making processes to foster effective governance.; Navigate complex regulatory and economic landscapes impacting board responsibilities.; Strengthen risk management and ethical standards in board activities.; Lead with a future-focused mindset to promote long-term organizational success.
Day 1: Current Board Members; Aspiring Board Members; Senior Executives and C-Suite Leaders; Governance and Compliance Professionals; Corporate Secretaries; Legal Advisors; Organizational Consultants; Risk Management Specialists; HR Executives involved in Board Relations; Stakeholder Engagement Managers; Business Development Leaders
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Day 1:
Foundations of Strategic Leadership in the Boardroom
Introduction to Strategic Leadership
Board Roles and Responsibilities
Aligning Board and Organizational Vision
Case Study: Successful Strategic Leadership Examples
Group Activity: Strategic Visioning Exercise
Day 2:
Governance and Effective Decision-Making
The Role of Governance in Strategic Leadership
Frameworks for Ethical and Transparent Decision-Making
Practical Workshop: Risk Management in Decision-Making
Case Study: Navigating Regulatory Compliance
Group Discussion: Governance Challenges in Modern Boards
Day 3:
Strategic Risk Management and Accountability
Fundamentals of Risk Management for Board Members
Building a Culture of Accountability
Case Analysis: Board Response to Crisis Situations
Workshop: Identifying and Mitigating Strategic Risks
Feedback Session: Individual Reflections on Accountability
Day 4:
Leadership for Sustainable Growth
Understanding Sustainability and Long-Term Value Creation
Integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) into Strategy
Group Exercise: Developing a Sustainable Growth Plan
Case Study: Board Leadership in Driving Sustainability
Q&A: Board Members’ Role in ESG Initiatives
Day 5:
Future-Focused Leadership
Embracing Innovation and Change in Board Strategy
Digital Transformation: Opportunities and Threats for Boards
Workshop: Future-Ready Board Strategies
Interactive Panel: Leadership Trends Shaping the Boardroom
Closing Remarks and Certificate Distribution