Course Details

Mastering Boardroom Effectiveness: Boardroom Dynamics & Decision-Making Training Course

INTRODUCTION

A high-performing board is characterized by robust dynamics and sound decision-making processes. This Boardroom Dynamics & Decision-Making Training Course equips participants with the skills to enhance board effectiveness by fostering constructive interactions and improving strategic decision-making. Participants will learn to navigate complex boardroom situations, manage conflict, and leverage diverse perspectives to drive organizational success. This program is designed to transform boardrooms into collaborative and impactful environments.

This comprehensive program is tailored for current and aspiring board members, CEOs, corporate secretaries, and governance professionals seeking to optimize boardroom performance. Through interactive workshops, role-playing exercises, and real-world case studies, attendees will develop the ability to build consensus, facilitate productive discussions, and make informed decisions. The course emphasizes the importance of communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence in achieving board excellence.

DURATION

5 days

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the dynamics of effective board interactions.
• Facilitate productive and inclusive board discussions.
• Manage conflict and build consensus in the boardroom.
• Apply effective decision-making frameworks.
• Enhance communication and collaboration among board members.
• Leverage diverse perspectives for better decision-making.
• Understand the role of emotional intelligence in board dynamics.
• Improve board meeting effectiveness and efficiency.

COURSE MODULES

• Understanding Boardroom Dynamics:
• Identifying key factors influencing boardroom interactions.
• Exploring different board cultures and communication styles.
• Understanding the impact of power dynamics and group dynamics.
• The importance of psychological safety.
• Facilitating Productive Discussions:
• Developing effective questioning and listening skills.
• Managing meeting agendas and time effectively.
• Encouraging participation and diverse perspectives.
• Understanding how to handle difficult conversations.
• Conflict Management and Consensus Building:
• Identifying sources of conflict in the boardroom.
• Applying conflict resolution strategies and techniques.
• Building consensus and achieving shared understanding.
• Understanding how to implement mediation.
• Effective Decision-Making Frameworks:
• Understanding different decision-making models.
• Applying structured decision-making processes.
• Evaluating and mitigating cognitive biases.
• Understanding how to analyse risk within decision making.
• Enhancing Communication and Collaboration:
• Developing clear and concise communication skills.
• Building trust and rapport among board members.
• Utilizing effective feedback and active listening techniques.
• Understanding how to use non verbal communication.
• Leveraging Diverse Perspectives:
• Understanding the benefits of diversity in the boardroom.
• Creating an inclusive environment for diverse voices.
• Utilizing diverse perspectives to improve decision-making.
• Understanding how to avoid group think.
• Emotional Intelligence in the Boardroom:
• Understanding the role of emotional intelligence in board dynamics.
• Developing self-awareness and empathy.
• Managing emotions and building positive relationships.
• Understanding how to read the emotional climate of the boardroom.
• Improving Board Meeting Effectiveness:
• Streamlining board meeting processes and procedures.
• Utilizing technology to enhance meeting efficiency.
• Implementing action plans and follow-up mechanisms.
• Understanding how to implement board evaluations.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com