ABOUT THE PROGRAM
From competence to confidence
Foundations of Directorship™ is a learning program that provides the fundamental knowledge you need to confidently shift from thinking like a manager or executive to thinking like a director.
Completing the program in our interactive online format gives you the flexibility to learn from experienced governance experts no matter where you are in the world.
In three one-day courses, you’ll build a solid understanding of governance, finance, risk and strategy—giving you the specialised knowledge to work more purposefully with boards, influence decisions and contribute meaningfully to your organisation’s success.
You’ll remain with the same cohort of peers throughout the Foundations of Directorship™ online program, getting to know each other, learning from each other and building a lasting network.
Foundations of Directorship Online provides an understanding of the duties and responsibilities of boards and directors.
If you:
- Have recently been appointed to a board
- Are a senior executive or manager interested in pursuing a career as a director
- Would like to better understand board processes
the Foundations of Directorship Online program will provide the knowledge you need.
Foundations of Directorship Online provides a comprehensive introduction to the responsibilities of directorship and helps participants establish a director mindset to prepare for a successful director career.
The topics covered in the program include: Governance for Directors, Finance for Directors, and Strategy and Risk for Directors.
Upon completion of the program, you will have a thorough knowledge of:
- The duties and responsibilities of a director.
- Governance and board meeting processes.
- The director's role in evaluating financial statements.
- The link between corporate strategy and financial performance.
- The director's role in formulating and monitoring strategy, and in identifying and assessing risk.
Foundations of Directorship Online offers you the flexibility to study from a location that suits you while being supported by a team of experienced faculty members and a dedicated Learning Support Executive.
Combining virtual classroom sessions, online learning activities and individual study, the blended delivery method offers a flexible and highly engaging learning environment and the opportunity to connect with your online peers.
After completing the program you will have clarity around your role in contributing to board performance and effectiveness. You will also walk away with new connections who could play an invaluable role in your career progression.
The structured 11-week Program includes:
- Access to your Course Materials from the course start date, with two weeks to prepare before your first virtual classroom.
- Hard and soft copy program notes, live virtual classrooms and online discussion forums that allow you to connect and discuss the course content.
- An online Course Introduction Session to welcome participants and discuss how the course will be delivered
- During this session you will meet the teaching faculty and your Learning Support Executive who will guide you through the program. This is also a good opportunity to meet the other participants in your course.
- Three days in our virtual classroom (one day per week over three weeks) where you will explore key concepts and case studies which cover the fundamentals of directorship.
- A six-week assessment period, during which you will be supported by a dedicated Learning Support Executive as you prepare for the optional assessment task.
- Additional resources to help you prepare for assessment, including a video exploring tips and a practice quiz where you can familiarise yourself with the type of questions you will be asked.
Duration:
11 weeks including:
- One day of virtual classroom per week for three weeks
- Pre-reading approximately 30 hours and a six week assessment period
After completing the course:
- You will accrue 30 DPD units.
- You can undertake the course assessment; this must be completed within six weeks of the final live virtual classroom session.
On successful completion of the course assessment:
- You will qualify for the Foundations of Directorship Certificate and earn an additional 5 DPD units.
Please note the Course Cut-Off date for the purposes of transfers and refunds is two weeks (14 days) prior to the course start date. We recommend that all participants:
- Have access to reliable, high-speed internet (a minimum bandwidth of 4Mbps for uploads and downloads).
- Use a computer or device with a quality camera and microphone.
- Have access to a quiet, private location for the duration of the virtual classrooms.
Foundations of Directorship Online is also available for in-house delivery. Enquire here for more information.
Participants who successfully complete and pass the Foundations of Directorship Online multiple choice assessment quiz will attain the Foundations of Directorship Certificate.
The quiz is an opportunity for participants to consolidate their learning and to benchmark their understanding against the standard set by the AICD.
For further details about the assessment, refer to the Participant Assessment Guide.
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