Introduction
This one-day intensive course equips leaders and members of membership associations with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate board governance, effective management of membership associations, and develop a strategic roadmap for organizational growth and sustainability.
Duration
5 days
Who should Attend
- Board members and leaders of membership associations
- Association staff responsible for governance, membership, and strategic planning
- Volunteers and committee members involved in association leadership
Course Level:
Course objectives:
By the end of the course, learners will have:
- Understand the principles of good board governance and identify best practices for implementation.
- Develop strategies to effectively engage and retain members by understanding their needs and expectations.
- Create a framework for developing a strategic plan that guides the association's future direction.
- Acquire practical tools for effective decision-making and problem-solving in a board setting.
Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations of Board Governance
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Roles and responsibilities of a board of directors
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Legal and ethical obligations of board members
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Governance structures and models (e.g., policy, working, collective)
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Board-staff relations and boundaries
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Case Study: Evaluating governance failures and reform in a nonprofit board
Module 2: Effective Board Operations and Leadership
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Board recruitment, onboarding, and diversity
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Running productive board meetings and decision-making processes
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Performance evaluation of boards and individual members
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Leadership development and succession planning
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Case Study: Revamping board operations in a professional association
Module 3: Membership Association Management and Engagement
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Structure and purpose of membership-based organizations
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Membership recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies
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Communication and value delivery to members
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Managing member expectations and feedback
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Case Study: Boosting engagement in a declining membership organization
Module 4: Strategic Planning and Organizational Alignment
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Vision, mission, and values development
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Environmental scanning and SWOT analysis
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Setting strategic goals and aligning with operational plans
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Monitoring and evaluating strategic implementation
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Case Study: Strategic turnaround in a member-based NGO
Module 5: Governance, Risk, and Strategy Integration
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Aligning governance with strategic direction
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Identifying and managing risks at the board level
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Ethics, transparency, and accountability in strategy execution
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Creating a governance-strategy-performance feedback loop
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Case Study: Integrating risk management into strategic planning in a regional professional association
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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