Boost your corporate governance expertise with hands-on training in board management, regulatory compliance, AGMs, and governance best practices.
| Date | Venue | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 - 04 August 2026 | Sandton | 2 Days | |
| 07 - 08 December 2026 | Sandton | 2 Days |
This comprehensive Board Secretarial Practice Workshop is designed to provide participants with the key concepts and practical elements necessary for effective governance management in their organizations. It equips professionals with the skills to manage board operations, shareholder events, and regulatory compliance while handling daily governance challenges. Through interactive exercises, participants will gain hands-on experience in governance best practices, ensuring seamless planning and execution of board-related responsibilities.
By the end of this Board Secretarial Practice Workshop, participants will be able to:
Gain a deep understanding of the board secretary’s critical role in supporting governance and organizational effectiveness.
Interpret and apply relevant rules, regulations, and compliance requirements impacting corporate governance.
Develop proficiency in planning and executing AGMs, board meetings, regulatory reporting, and governance activities.
Appointed and aspiring company/board secretaries or governance managers
Board directors involved in governance reform and improvement
Managers responsible for governance procedures, including CFOs, internal auditors, investor relations officers, and risk managers
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Role of the Company/Board Secretary or Governance Officer
Legal requirements – Company law and corporate governance codes
Scope of the role
Responsibilities to the Chairman, Board, shareholders, and management
Engagement with regulators, media, and other stakeholders
Introduction to Corporate Governance
Definition and significance
Business case for corporate governance
Structure and roles of the Board, Directors, and CEO
Corporate Governance Framework
Corporate laws, listing rules, and company articles
International corporate governance models
Appointing a Company Secretary
Required experience and qualifications
Organizational role and responsibilities
Performance evaluation metrics
Interaction with the Board and Management
Advisory and administrative roles
Supporting the Chairman
Managing interactions with management and additional committees
Handling dilemmas and difficult directors
Company Secretary Toolkit
Governance calendars and agenda-setting
Minutes and documentation management
Practical registers and monitoring tools
Board Documents and Processes
Charters, policies, and codes
Delegation frameworks and reserved matters
Director induction and evaluation programs
Board Meetings
Preparation and distribution of board packs
Conducting and managing board meetings
Follow-up, reporting, and conflict resolution
Exercise: Sample board meeting simulation
Board Minutes and Corporate Registers
Statutory requirements and preparation templates
Timeframes, notifications, and document retention
Third-party access considerations
Shareholder Meetings
Legal requirements and types of shareholder meetings
Annual reports, proxies, and resolutions
Conducting voting processes and managing regulatory issues
Handling non-shareholder concerns (media, analysts, etc.)
Other Shareholder Issues
Document and premises access
Shareholder agreements and rights
Voluntary reporting, CSR, and integrated reporting
Investor relations and shareholder activism
Regulatory Compliance Issues
Compliance calendars and review processes
Audits and regulatory enforcement
Liability protection and fraud prevention
Implementing a Corporate Governance Framework
Gap analysis and stakeholder mapping
Developing an implementation roadmap
Redefining the role of the company secretary
Advanced Corporate Governance Framework
International corporate governance tools
The IFC progression matrix
Future of Best Practices in Corporate Governance
Emerging trends and developments
International and local governance challenges
Key governance issues for modern boards: control frameworks, strategy, risk management, remuneration, and fraud prevention
Discover how our courses enhance professionals’ effectiveness in their workplaces.
Very happy with the training. It was excellently delivered and comprehensively covered all critical aspects of ESG and effectively contextualised them within the environments of our respective organisations.
The course was eye opening and exceeded my expectations.
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