Board Members and Corporate Directors Training
Course Overview
• Understand the roles, responsibilities, and legal duties of board members and corporate directors • Learn effective strategies for corporate governance and oversight • Develop skills in financial analysis, risk management, and strategic decision-making • Explore best practices in board composition, structure, and processes • Gain insights into ethical considerations and conflict resolution in the boardroom
Training Format:In-class, Virtual, In-house
Location:Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Kigali
Language:English, French
Nigeria Price:
₦350000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$5500
Rwanda Price:
$6000
Nigeria Price:₦350000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$4000
Rwanda Price:
$4000
Nigeria Price: ₦350000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price: $4000
Kenya Price: $4000
Rwanda Price: $4000
Introduction to Corporate Governance • Overview of corporate governance principles and frameworks • The role of the board in corporate governance Duties and Responsibilities of Board Members • Fiduciary duties: duty of care, duty of loyalty, and duty of obedience • Legal and regulatory requirements for board members • Oversight responsibilities in financial reporting, risk management, and compliance Board Composition and Structure • Board size, diversity, and independence • Board committees and their roles • Director selection, orientation, and continuing education Board Processes and Dynamics • Board meeting management and decision-making • Information flow and communication between the board and management • Conflict resolution and managing disagreements Financial Oversight and Analysis • Understanding financial statements and key financial ratios • Analyzing financial performance and trends • Budgeting, capital allocation, and investment decisions Risk Management and Oversight • Identifying and assessing strategic, operational, and compliance risks • Developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans • Monitoring and reporting on risk management efforts Strategic Planning and Decision-Making • Aligning the board’s role with the company’s strategic objectives • Evaluating and approving strategic plans and initiatives • Monitoring strategy implementation and performance Ethical Considerations and Governance Challenges • Promoting ethical behavior and corporate social responsibility • Managing conflicts of interest and related-party transactions • Addressing shareholder concerns and activist investors Board Evaluation and Continuous Improvement • Assessing board and individual director performance • Identifying areas for improvement and professional development • Implementing best practices for board effectiveness
1ST BATCH: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 — Friday, April 10, 2026.
2ND BATCH: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 — Friday, July 31, 2026.
3RD BATCH: Tuesday, November 24, 2026 — Friday, November 27, 2026.
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
