Maximizing the Effectiveness of the Board of Directors

This course provides participants with a look behind the boardroom doors.

4.40 (56 reviews)
Udemy
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English
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Management
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Maximizing the Effectiveness of the Board of Directors
323
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1.5 hours
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Jul 2017
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$49.99
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What you will learn

Define the roles and responsibilities of the Board, directors, and the CEO.

Identify the 3 critical board leadership roles necessary for achieving Governance Advantage.

Discover the content and development of the meeting agendas for the Board and the Audit Committee.

Discover how to prepare and develop information that meets the needs of directors.

Recognize the Board’s role in the organization’s strategic management process.

Identify and discuss the way in which a Board can add value to an organization.

Discover how to develop and formulate incisive questions of fellow directors and management.

Why take this course?

This course provides participants with a look behind the boardroom doors. Today’s directors, and the executive teams with whom they work, are being challenged by the owners of the organization more so than ever to not only protect their interests, but also enhance corporate performance. 

As boards already struggle to balance the growing list of regulatory compliance requirements, we are going to identify and explore three key board leadership roles that differentiate medicore boards from great ones.  We learn about ideas to allow you to make valuable contributions to value creation and long-term viability.  

Whether you are a director or an executive with accountability to the board of directors, this course will help you make your next board meeting more effective and engaging for all concerned.

Reviews

David
May 3, 2023
I recently had the pleasure of completing the Udemy course "Maximizing the Effectiveness of the Board of Directors" by the talented Blair Cook. This comprehensive, informative, and engaging course exceeded my expectations and is truly deserving of a 5-star rating. The course is fast-paced, yet allows for easy replay of sections that require more time to digest. The inclusion of the actual script and presentation slides makes for a seamless learning experience, ensuring no valuable content is missed. One of the highlights of this course is the plethora of helpful tips provided throughout. Blair shares expert advice and best practices that are applicable to board members at any level of expertise. The course is packed with an abundance of useful content that is sure to enhance the effectiveness of any board. The course materials are clear, well-articulated, and presented in a manner that flows effectively, making it easy for students to follow along and stay engaged. It is evident that Blair has put a significant amount of effort into creating an exceptional learning experience for his students. However, there is always room for improvement. In future updates to this course, it would be beneficial to include a slide or two discussing potential challenges or setbacks that boards may face, along with strategies for mitigation and management. Additionally, incorporating case examples of when boards have made a significant positive impact would further illustrate the importance of effective board leadership. Overall, Blair Cook's "Maximizing the Effectiveness of the Board of Directors" is an outstanding course that I highly recommend to anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of board dynamics and maximize their effectiveness as a board member. Don't miss out on this exceptional learning opportunity!
Nicolas
December 18, 2019
Very interesting and relevant ; missing star is because it goes a bit too fast ; it is a very intense subject

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