Better Boards Make For Better Business

Name: Better Boards Make For Better Business
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Maximizing the contribution of your board of directors to maximize organizational performance

Created byBlair Cook CPA MBA

Last updated 10/2015

English

What you'll learn

Develop board reports that help directors immerse themselves in the business.
Facilitate board discussions of important, strategic matters to set and deliver on mission and vision.
Set a board meeting agenda that focuses on the important matters of discussion

Course content

1 section • 8 lectures • 1h 21m total length

Course overview and an introduction to the meaning of governance9:26
In this introduction we will discuss what a Board of Director is and why exists.
Roles and responsibilities10:32
In this lesson we learn about the roles and responsibilities of directors.
Board leadership roles10:14
In this lesson, we will learn about 3 leadership roles that greatly enhance the effectiveness of the Board of Directors.
Board leadership role: The Conductor15:15
In this lesson we learn about what are the important matters of business are for a Board of Directors to discuss and how the agenda should be set for the Board and the Audit Committee.
Board leadership role: The Informer9:10
In this lesson, we learn about how the information needs of the Board and how they can be fulfilled by the finance function of the organization.
Board leadership role: The Facilitator12:38
In this lesson, we learn about how group dynamics play a significant role in the effectiveness of the Board and discuss ideas for maximizing the value of the discussion.
How Boards add value6:37
In this lesson, we learn about the different ways a Board can and should be adding value to any organization.
The Power of the Right Question7:32
In this lesson, we talk about how directors use questioning as an effective tool for governing an organization.
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Requirements

A general business understanding is helpful.

Description

This is a course in corporate governance, but don't let that scare you. If you are in business today, ask yourself whether your company is benefiting directly from having a Board of Directors. The truth is, few do and most management teams see their Board as just another group of bosses that meddle in the affairs of the business.

It doesn't and it should have to be this way. The Board of Directors can add significant value to help the organization attain its vision and fulfill its mission. This course will look at three key Board Leadership Roles that are rarely taught in undergraduate or even masters level business programs. Whether your company is public, private, non-profit, or even a government agency, the principles discussed will apply to your organization.

Who this course is for:

The course is designed for executives and directors that engage in regular board meetings. Financial professional will benefit as well to help better facilitate product board interactions.