CTRI ACHIEVE

Workplace Skills

Board Development Training

The Fundamentals of Governance

Strong governance is built on clarity – about roles, responsibilities, and how good decisions get made. This training equips board members with the foundational knowledge they need to govern effectively and contribute strategically.

4.9 (12,500+ enrolled)

Access On-Demand

Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included

Build Strong Governance and Effective Boards

Board governance, when done poorly, creates significant frustration for its members and can lead to organizational dysfunction. When they are run well, boards contribute to the vibrancy and success of the organization they govern. This training will enhance the effectiveness of your board of directors by building clarity and understanding of their roles and responsibilities, the relationship and authority between staff and the board, and the specific, supportive duties of individual board members. Participants will learn tools for effective board meetings and decision making. They will also come away with a deeper understanding of the policy, procedure, and processes essential to a well-functioning board.

Learning Objectives

Define the differences between governance, management, and supporting roles

List roles and responsibilities of a board of directors

Demonstrate how to improve the orientation process for new board members

Describe effective board meetings

Define a fair and inclusive decision-making process at board meetings

12,500+

Professionals Trained

4.3 Stars

Trustpilot Rating

500+

Organizations Served

Choose Your Format

Training options built for real-world needs.

Most Popular

On-Demand Workshop

Recorded workshop for flexible, self‑paced learning.

$119

/ per person

Start right away – no scheduling required

Learn at your own pace, in manageable sections

Follow along with a full downloadable manual

Earn a certificate and continuing education credits

Access anytime, on any device

Share access across your team for consistent learning

Private Training

Personalized training solutions for your team.

$2600

/ starting at

Bring a facilitator to your team – onsite or virtual

Personalize content to your context and priorities

Focus on your real challenges and scenarios

Engage in interactive discussion and practical application

Align your team around shared language and approaches

Build skills that translate directly into day-to-day work

Additional Options

On-Demand Webinar

Condensed training in a video format.

Standalone written learning resource.

What You'll Learn

Strengthen your professional toolkit with strategies you can apply right away. The objectives below outline the core competencies you'll build through this training.

Governance Foundations

Understand the principles that distinguish effective governance from operational management – and why the distinction matters.

Clarify Roles and Responsibilities

Get clear on what board members are (and aren't) responsible for, and how to stay in your lane while adding real value.

Support Strategic Planning

Learn how boards can meaningfully engage in strategic planning without overstepping into operational territory.

Improve Board Decision-Making

Explore how well-run boards structure discussions, manage disagreements, and make sound decisions together.

Ensure Accountability

Understand the oversight mechanisms that keep organizations accountable – to their mission, their stakeholders, and each other.

Enhance Board Effectiveness

Identify practical habits and processes that make boards function better, from meeting structure to culture and engagement.

Our Approach

Grounded in research, practical application, and real‑world experience.

Accessible

Clear, approachable learning without unnecessary jargon.

Applicable

Content designed for real‑world challenges and opportunities.

Engaging

Facilitators bring content to life through stories and examples.

Practical

Skills and tools designed for everyday use in your setting.

What People Are Saying

Insights from our participants.

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I'll definitely be on the look out for further training from Achieve. Through other participants I have heard excellent things about other courses. The strengths of the training were the ease of access and the excellent trainer who knew their materials very well and included all participants in the lecture."

Katja Moehl

Bay St. George Residential Support Board

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ACHIEVE Centre for Leadership has become one of our most trusted resources for all things related to workplace culture and leadership. We have utmost confidence that any of their resources and materials are well-researched, verified, and represents best-practice in the industry. "

Nicole McKeen

City of Kawartha Lakes

"

The best parts of the workshop were that the instructor was engaging, knowledgeable, and professional, and that the diverse group of participants provided interesting contributions and discussion."

Laine Jensen

Edmonton Police Service

FAQ's

Common questions about the training.

This training is for:

Leaders, managers, and supervisors

Human resources and people operations teams

Executive directors and senior leadership

Team leads and project managers

Employees moving into leadership roles

Professionals in corporate or organizational settings

Nonprofit and public sector administrators

Anyone who wants to strengthen their leadership and team skills

What does this training cover?

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This workshop covers the fundamentals of board governance – including roles, responsibilities, decision-making, accountability, and how boards can best support organizational success."

Who is this training for?

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This training is designed for board members, board chairs, executive directors, and anyone working with or on a board who wants to strengthen governance practice."

Is this training appropriate for new board members?

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Yes. This workshop provides a strong foundation for new board members while also offering valuable reflection for more experienced ones."

Does this training address the board-staff relationship?

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Yes. The workshop covers how boards and leadership teams work together most effectively, including where authority lies and how communication should flow."

Is this training available privately for our board?

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Yes. ACHIEVE can deliver this training privately for boards of any size across nonprofit, public, and private sectors. Contact us to arrange a session."

Can this training be customized for our organization's context?

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Yes. ACHIEVE can adapt this workshop for specific board structures, sectors, or governance challenges. Reach out to discuss your needs."

Strengthen Board Effectiveness

Learn the governance fundamentals that help boards make better decisions, stay accountable, and support organizational success. View training options or bring this workshop to your board.

Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included