Board Management and Governance
Maximize the potential of your board and learn effective management and interaction strategies for successful oversight and organizational direction in this course.
Next available course: Fall 2025
Classes Start 11/03/2025
Registration Open Until 11/07/2025
Course Overview
In this transformative course, delve into the essential principles of board management and governance, equipping yourself with the expertise to effectively interact with your board, whether you are embarking on establishing a local nonprofit or assuming a managerial role within a global organization. Explore the art of optimizing board potential, fostering a culture of stewardship, and navigating complex conflicts of interest, ensuring utmost transparency and responsibility in fulfilling your organization's mission.
Throughout the course, you will gain valuable insights on board governance structures and best practices, empowering you to establish a harmonious and productive relationship with your board members. Learn how to harness the diverse perspectives and expertise of your board, steering your organization towards sustainable success and impactful outcomes.
Join us on this transformative journey to become a skilled and influential leader, maximizing the potential of your board to chart a course of excellence and drive positive change in your organization and the communities you serve.
Course Format
Instructor-led week-to-week cadence, with assignments, discussion boards, and learning assessments (quizzes) opening on Monday and to be completed by the end of the week. This gives students flexibility to review materials at their leisure. Additionally, recorded lectures and video recordings are available to enhance learning objectives.
Price
$400Course Details
Units 2 CEUs / 20 PDUs
Location Online Courses
Course Type Group-Paced
Next Available Course
Term Fall 2025
Classes Start 11/03/2025
Registration Open Until 11/07/2025
Register NowWhat You’ll Learn
After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
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What a board is and what role it serves within your organization.
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How to best engage with and manage your board.
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The best method for creating a structured document for board governance.
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Ways to create successful benchmarks to monitor and evaluate board performance.
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Determine what bylaws need approval.
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Know how oversight and governance are best administered.