Role of the Non-Executive Director
Practical skills and advice to prepare you for the role.
This one-day course is designed to arm you with practical strategies to build your network, secure an appointment and add value in the boardroom. Gain practical advice from experienced non-executive directors and understand the critical requirements of the role across multiple sectors, including private companies and third-sector organisations.
Objectives
This course will give you the knowledge and skills to:
- identify the attributes of an effective non-executive director
- understand the legal and practical responsibilities of the role
- define how a non-executive director can help create an effective board
- develop strategies to deal with a range of boardroom challenges
- prepare a robust application for a non-executive director position
Benefits
You will leave this course with an in-depth understanding of the role of a non-executive director. You will feel confident in your ability to raise your profile to secure a position and empowered to add value in the boardroom. The course includes an evening drinks reception with a high-profile portfolio guest speaker and the opportunity to build connections with your peers.
Course leaders
Our course leaders are expert practitioners specialising in governance, strategy, leadership and finance with exceptional real-world experience.
Dates and prices
The IoD’s approach to director development is practical and rooted in real-world business. We look at case studies and take a ‘real play’ rather than ‘role play’ approach.

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