Board Committee Effectiveness and Company Secretarial Practice
Course overview
This course develops the practical craft of supporting boards and their committees to function well. Delegates study meeting management, minute taking, board pack design, and the statutory duties of the company secretary. The programme also covers how audit, risk, and remuneration committees should be structured and serviced.
What you will gain
- Explain the statutory role of the company secretary
- Design effective board and committee agendas
- Prepare clear and defensible minutes
- Structure audit, risk, and remuneration committees
- Manage board information and confidentiality
- Support director induction and evaluation
Who should attend
- Company secretaries and assistants
- Governance officers
- Board administrators
- Legal and compliance staff
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 to 16 Sep 2026 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 10 to 12 May 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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