Governance and Risk for Senior Leaders

Strong governance is the foundation of effective board performance.

This workshop translates corporate governance principles into real‑world, board‑ready practice for leaders and Non‑Executive Directors.

You’ll learn how to uphold accountability, influence culture, and guide organisations with ethical, transparent and effective oversight.

Through practical examples and experienced‑led insights, you’ll build the confidence and competence needed to contribute meaningfully to governance conversations at board level.

This workshop will help you to:

• Understand key governance principles, codes, and legal responsibilities
• Apply the responsibilities and expectations of the NED role in ethical leadership and oversight
• Strengthen board effectiveness through accountability and informed challenge
• Manage stakeholder relationships confidently and uphold corporate integrity
• Recognise and influence organisational culture as a critical part of governance
• Use governance frameworks to support compliance, ethical decision‑making, and strategic success

This workshop equips leaders and Non‑Executive Directors with a comprehensive understanding of how governance shapes organisational performance, culture and long‑term sustainability.

Participants will explore the distinction between executive and non‑executive responsibilities, understand the evolving expectations of modern governance frameworks, and learn how to contribute strategic challenge without stepping into operational detail.

With a blend of governance theory and boardroom‑tested examples, you will leave with clarity on how to apply governance codes, influence ethical standards, and embed accountability across complex organisations.