Training on Board Governance & Legal Responsibilities
Strengthen governance with training on board roles, legal responsibilities, and fiduciary duties.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course equips board members and senior executives with the knowledge and tools to fulfill their governance, oversight, and fiduciary duties effectively. It covers legal responsibilities, ethical conduct, corporate governance frameworks, and best practices to enhance board performance and accountability.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Board members and directors.
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Senior executives and company secretaries.
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Trustees of NGOs, foundations, and donor-funded organizations.
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Regulators, policymakers, and compliance officers.
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Professionals preparing for board appointments.
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand legal and fiduciary duties of board members.
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Apply governance principles in decision-making.
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Strengthen accountability and oversight functions.
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Address conflicts of interest and ethical issues.
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Enhance board effectiveness through best practices.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Corporate Governance
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Principles of good governance.
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Roles and responsibilities of the board.
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Case study: Successful governance frameworks.
Module 2: Legal & Fiduciary Responsibilities of Directors
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Legal duties and liabilities.
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Fiduciary responsibilities to shareholders and stakeholders.
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Understanding regulatory frameworks.
Module 3: Board Structures, Committees & Oversight
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Board composition and effectiveness.
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Role of audit, risk, and governance committees.
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Oversight of strategy, risk, and compliance.
Module 4: Ethics, Accountability & Conflict of Interest
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Ethical leadership and decision-making.
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Managing conflicts of interest.
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Transparency and accountability practices.
Module 5: Enhancing Board Performance & Sustainability
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Evaluating board effectiveness.
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Governance in state-owned enterprises, NGOs, and corporates.
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Future governance trends and challenges.
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Stronger governance and compliance structures.
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Reduced legal and reputational risks.
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Better strategic decision-making and oversight.
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Enhanced stakeholder confidence and sustainability.
Individual Impact
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Clearer understanding of fiduciary and legal duties.
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Increased confidence in governance roles.
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Improved skills in oversight and accountability.
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Recognition as a responsible and effective board leader.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
- NakuruNext
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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Common questions.
Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.
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For corporate teams
Training 10+ professionals?
We deliver Training on Board Governance & Legal Responsibilities in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.