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The chair’s primary role is to ensure that the board is effective in its task of setting and implementing an organisation’s direction and strategy. The chair plays an important part in influencing a board’s style, composition, balance and performance. Our resources provide guidance and support to effectively undertake this role.

Charter
IoD Factsheet

Everything you need to know about the Good Business Charter

Governance
Governance
Leadership in the workplace
IoD Factsheet

Leadership in the workplace How to be a good leader

Business Advice
Business Advice
14 March 2024

Governance Explainer Qualified audit opinion

Governance
Governance
14 March 2024

Governance Explainer Qualified audit opinion

Governance
Governance
13 March 2024

UK Corporate Governance Policy The expert’s perspective

Governance
Governance
12 March 2024

ECRC Should my manufacturing company invest in a Vulnerability Assessment?

Cyber
Cyber
12 March 2024

Manifesto for Business A policy roadmap for the next UK Government

UK Economy
UK Economy
11 March 2024

Transformational strategy and sustainable long-term business growth

Business Advice
Business Advice
4 March 2024

Board Dynamics A key driver of business performance

Governance
Governance
1 March 2024

Ageism in the Workplace

Inclusion and Diversity
Inclusion and Diversity

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Role of the Chair course

Role of the Chair course

This one-day course offers a unique opportunity to review your role in terms of current legal requirements and best practice.
Chartered Director Programme

Chartered Director Programme

This prestigious qualification will equip you with the in-depth knowledge and honed skills to navigate complex boardroom challenges.
Board evaluation service

Board evaluation

Strengthen your board’s governance with an independent board review from the Institute of Directors.
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Information and Advisory Service

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The role of the Chair

Explore the critical role of the Chair in ensuring a company’s board functions effectively.

Board and director selection and appraisal

Practical guidance on board appraisal and selection processes to help you build a high-performing and diverse board.

Board effectiveness

How to improve board performance through regular evaluations, referencing key reports and resources for best practices.

Effective board meetings

Actionable tips to run effective board meetings to ensure strategic decision-making and good corporate governance.

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