Search Results

Good corporate governance is integral to an organisation achieving business and strategic objectives. It promotes clear and transparent reporting lines, effective compliance systems and risk management, stakeholder confidence and is built on an organisational culture of ethics and trust. The role of the company secretary and governance professional, is constantly evolving with changes in the way business is conducted, technology develops, judicial decisions are made, legislation is amended, and society’s expectations grow and change. It is important to keep up to date with these changes and adopt a whole of organisation governance approach to enhance organisational performance and maintain a compliant and sustainable business. The aim of this course is to explain what governance means and examine how governance frameworks, structures, operations and processes contribute to enhanced organisational performance and the achievement of business and strategic objectives. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Understand the overarching concept of governance and how it varies across organisations. 2. Examine and understand the key principles of governance which include accountability, transparency, independence, participation and predictability. 3. Explore and understand the framework which underpins the governance of organisations including legislation, standards and guidelines.

Board reporting is the provision of information to a board of directors. Best practice board reporting properly enables directors to comply with and carry out their statutory and common law duties and to make optimum decisions on behalf of their organisation. Without relevant, appropriate and consistent quality board reporting, boards are not able to properly fulfill their regulatory, decision making, leadership and oversight obligations. The aim of this course is to provide participants with an understanding of processes, techniques and issues involved in preparing papers and reporting to boards. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Examine the importance of board reporting (i.e. s180 and related compliance issues) and identify different types of “reporting”. 2. Identify the process and challenges of preparing and delivering board papers. 3. Understand the information flow to and from the board, in order to achieve a correct balance of information. 4. Recognise the relationship between board reporting, corporate strategy and the process of balancing a strategic agenda to address the board’s priorities.

The purpose of this course is to build on a board's foundation of courage, resililence and capability by imparting tools and methodologies to assist in directing a business through uncertain times. By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Understand the board's role in driving innovation; 2. Evaluate and assess strategy and risk in the context of the current environment with respect to change, disruption and innovation; and 3. Appreciate the need to potentially re-evaluate risk appetites to support effective innovation in a highly dynamic environment.

Meetings provide a means for collaboration, communication and decision making every day in organisations. Decisions are made in meetings that form the basis of actions going forward. Effective minutes are essential as an accurate reflection of the outcomes of a meeting. This course will develop the knowledge and skills of minute taking necessary to prepare, review and sign-off on meeting minutes that are accurate, objective and ‘a true reflection’ of the meeting decisions. The aim of this course is to equip participants with best practice knowledge and minute taking skills. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Identify the purpose, function and legislative requirements of minutes. 2. Define the role and responsibilities of the minute taker. 3. Examine best practice in minute taking. 4. Explore technology advancements that assist the minute taker to improve their efficiency or accuracy in undertaking their responsibilities.

LEAD WITH TRUST Trust is frequently cited as necessary and desirable for any team to achieve great things and yet it seems more elusive than ever. We live in a world where truth is buried, people are exploited and those with power dominate those without it. What we need is more authenticity and depth in our workplaces, with trustworthy role models setting the standard. During this lunchtime session, business leaders will explore authentic trust, what it means to be open, valuing relationships, exercising good judgement and enabling others to excel.

This course is designed to provide you with an opportunity to build your knowledge of preparing to sell a business. It will highlight the key stages of the sales process, focusing primarily on sale preparation to maximise value. It will also take into consideration what the impact of crises could be on your plans. By the end of the course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the primary considerations to maximise value when preparing a small/medium business for sale; 2. Understand the primary method of valuation when considering a business sale; and 3. Explain the steps of the sales process for a small/medium business.

With increasing global focus on climate change and sustainability, companies across the world are being held to higher standards of accountability for their environmental impact. In Australia, the regulatory landscape for climate reporting has seen a significant shift, driven by the need for transparency and compliance with international benchmarks. This introduction provides an overview of the new climate reporting obligations and the importance of sustainability reporting in today’s corporate governance framework. The aim of this course is to equip governance professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate climate-related financial disclosure requirements. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Understand Australia’s new mandatory climate-related financial disclosure requirements, including the Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2024 and associated regulations. 2. Apply practical tools and methodologies to prepare sustainability reports that comply with both national and international climate reporting standards. 3. Develop and implement data collection, reporting, and compliance strategies, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of climate-related financial disclosures. 4. Align governance, risk management, and reporting frameworks with Australia’s new climate-related reporting obligations, ensuring that climate risks are managed holistically alongside other business risks.

Cyber security governance is a suite of documents and processes used to manage and oversee organisation cyber security strategies to protect data and information systems. It involves creating policies, procedures, and controls to ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It is essential for businesses to prioritise cyber security to protect their assets and maintain operations to acceptable levels aligned to their objectives and risk positions. The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of the principles and methods of cyber security governance and the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage cyber threats. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Understand and apply cyber security governance principles. 2. Implement key cyber security frameworks. 3. Analyse and respond to cyber security incidents.

The aim of this course is to provide practical information about how directors can identify and manage conflicts of interest to effectively govern their organisation for the maximum benefit of their stakeholders. You will learn how to analyse the factors that constitute a conflict of interest, plus the ways to manage and monitor this conflict on an ongoing basis.

This three day course has been designed to demystify the world of finance for non-finance directors and senior managers. It will give you an understanding of key financial concepts and terminology. You will leave with the skills and knowledge needed to evaluate business plans, question financial information and contribute more effectively to boardroom decision-making. OBJECTIVES This course will give you the knowledge and skills to: 1. Evaluate your role and responsibilities in relation to finance. 2. Understand the relationship between financial and corporate strategies. 3. Outline ways of ensuring management reporting is effective and enables delivery of the organisation’s strategy. 4. Understand the key factors around funding requirements and funding options. BENEFITS This course will give you what you need to assess the financial health of your organisation. It will enable you to understand financial terminology, use financial ratios and interpret accounts.

Are you fully equipped with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape, and capitalise on the transformative potential of digital technologies? In the dynamic landscape of today’s digital era, leveraging technological innovations, artificial intelligence (AI), and disruptive business models is paramount for strategic board governance. As digital transformation reshapes industries and creates new paradigms, it poses both challenges and opportunities for organisations in Papua New Guinea. IDAPNG’s Digital and AI Transformation for Boards seminar will bring you up-to-speed with the new digital landscape so you can make informed decisions and provide the best recommendations when evaluating digital opportunities and threats for your company. You will develop a better understanding of the board competences required to successfully lead in a business environment increasingly shaped by digital technologies and AI, learning how to navigate disruptive forces, foster innovation, address cybersecurity and ethical considerations, and confidently guide your organisation towards success.

Are you encouraging a culture of high performance in your boardroom, but finding it challenging? Boards are social groups. How the board as a group behaves has enormous consequences on how the company is governed and performs. With this understanding, corporate governance codes around the world are increasingly imposing behavioral requirements for board members. IDAPNG’s Team Dynamics for Boards enables you to explore these codes and how they compare to informal and unconscious behaviours in the boardroom. You will gain expert insights into what constitutes functional and dysfunctional behavior on boards, and how you can improve governance on your board. By gaining a deeper awareness of what happens below the surface when groups interact, you will be empowered to drive positive dynamics in your board that will improve its effectiveness in fulfilling its roles and responsibilities.