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Effective Governance and Board Management Skills for EAs & PAs

Effective Governance and Board Management Skills for EAs & PAs

Governance Principles, Board Structures, the Board Secretary Role, Director Duties, and Business Fundamentals

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05 October 2026 Live/Online 1 Day
16 November 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 1 Day
19 January 2027 Live/Online 1 Day
25 March 2027 Live/Online 1 Day
26 May 2027 Live/Online 1 Day

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Course Outline

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Course Introduction

Understand what good governance looks like and how you, as the EA/PA, can assist the Board, CEO, and Management to achieve it. This one-day Masterclass examines the EA’s role and responsibilities as a Board Secretary, and takes you through best-practice examples of Board agendas, papers, and minutes.

Delivered as a mix of presentation, case studies, exercises, and open discussion, with interactive tools such as tests, polls, and breakouts for online delegates. On registration, all relevant course material and information will be made available online.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Understand the principles of good corporate governance
  • Review common board structures and roles
  • Understand board practice and processes
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of the board, CEO, and management
  • Understand your role as the EA acting as Board Secretary, including AI-assisted tools for board papers and minutes
  • Recognise the critical importance of confidentiality, security, and retention of records
  • Understand directors' legal duties and obligations
  • Explore the changing role of, and expectations placed on, the board
  • Build core business fundamentals skills for EAs and PAs

Who should attend?

  • Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants
  • Administrative Managers
  • Board Coordinators and Governance Officers
  • Corporate Secretaries
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Training Methodology

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.

Training Outline

Governance
  • Understanding what “governance” is, and why it matters
  • What good governance looks like
  • Matters the Board needs to address
Board Structure
  • Roles and responsibilities of the Board
  • Roles and responsibilities of the CEO and management
  • The role of the Chair, and Board composition
  • Factors which influence Board effectiveness
Board Practice and Processes
  • Board meetings, agenda, and work plan
  • Board papers and Board committees
  • The Board charter, or “code of conduct”
The Role of the EA as Board Secretary
  • Responsibilities of the Board Secretary
  • The Interests/Conflicts of Interest Register
  • Minutes: draft stage and approval process, including AI transcription tools to accelerate drafting, always verified for accuracy
  • Managing online Board papers
  • Confidentiality, security, and retention of records
  • The policy register and review process
  • The role of the “Company Secretary”, and looking for areas of improvement
Understanding Directors' Legal Duties and Obligations
  • The Companies Act and Directors' Duties
  • Trusts and Trustees
Business Fundamentals Skills for EAs & PAs
  • Identifying problems with time management, and strategies to address them
  • Techniques to reduce procrastination and manage stress
  • Client care and client satisfaction
  • Building an effective team, and core support skills

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Audit, Risk and Governance
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FAQs – Effective Governance and Board Management Skills for EAs & PAs

Develop essential governance and board management skills to effectively support directors, manage board processes, maintain accurate records, and contribute to professional, compliant, and well-organised board operations.

What topics are covered in the Effective Governance and Board Management Skills for EAs & PAs course?
The course covers corporate governance principles, managing board calendars, board pack compilation and distribution, minute taking for executive and board meetings, regulatory compliance support, handling confidential board disclosures, and managing director stakeholders.
Who should attend the Effective Governance and Board Management Skills course?
This course is designed for Executive Assistants (EAs), Personal Assistants (PAs), Board Secretaries, Office Managers, and senior administrative professionals who support Board Directors, C-suite executives, and corporate governance committees.
Does this course cover digital tools and AI for board meeting support?
Yes. Delegates learn how to leverage modern board portals, digital meeting management software, and AI transcription and summary tools to streamline board pack creation, agenda planning, and action-tracking workflows securely.
How long is the Effective Governance and Board Management Skills course?
The programme is structured as an intensive 2-day practical training masterclass filled with interactive case studies, board pack templates, minute-taking exercises, and executive communication simulations.
What practical skills will EAs and PAs gain from this course?
Delegates gain the skills to structure flawless board packs, manage tight governance deadlines, take precise board-level minutes, navigate boardroom dynamics, maintain confidentiality protocols, and track action items post-meeting.
Can Prospen Africa deliver this course as customized in-house training?
Yes. Prospen Africa can customize the course to reflect your organization’s specific corporate governance framework, board charter, committee structures, internal meeting procedures, and document templates.

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