Board Boot Camp
Board Boot Camp
Grow your governance muscles at Board Boot Camp!
If you’re new to a not-for-profit board or committee, or you’ve joined but still feel unsure of your role, Board Boot Camp is for you.
This online program, delivered over three practical 2-hour sessions, will build your confidence and sharpen your governance skills so you can step up and contribute effectively.
You’ll learn what good governance really means and what your legal and ethical duties are, so you can participate fully and make sound decisions that protect your organisation. You’ll discover how to read key documents, ask the right questions, and understand your board’s financials, risks, and responsibilities.
Board Boot Camp goes beyond the basics, helping you navigate tricky areas like conflict of interest, board culture, and group dynamics. You’ll explore how to handle disagreement with respect, how to contribute meaningfully during meetings, and how to bring your best self to the board table.
By
the end of the program, you’ll feel clear about your responsibilities, more
confident in your role, and ready to play your part in building a healthy,
productive board. Join us to grow your governance muscles and become the board
member your community needs!
Key details
This program runs across 3 consecutive Thursdays. Participants who attend all 3 sessions will receive a certificate of completion to share with their social network, their board or on their résumé. Dates for the next intake can be found below.
April cohort
Session 1: Thursday, 23 April 2026. 9am-11am AEST.
Session 2: Thursday, 30 April 2026. 9am-11am AEST.
Session 3: Thursday, 7 May 2026. 9am-11am AEST.
August cohort
Session 1: Thursday, 13 August 2026. 9am-11am AEST.
Session 2: Thursday, 20 August 2026. 9am-11am AEST.
Session 3: Thursday, 27 August 2026 9am-11am AEST.
Program details
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Understanding the governance landscape | The board paperwork | Culture and board conduct |
| Board vs management | Financial reports | Ethical governance and decision making |
| Legal duties of board members | Strategic plans | Navigating conflict |
| Board roles and dynamics | Asking the right questions | Boardroom dynamics |
| Effective meetings | Understanding risk and compliance | Your contribution and commitment |
Price
ICDA members: $495
Non-members: $595
All prices include GST.