Course Overview

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Developed in partnership with Club Governance, our Board Governance 101 Essentials series provide an overview of the main responsibilities and concerns faced by committees of clubs without liquor and gaming, sports clubs, co-operative groups and community led initiatives.

This module establishes the foundational principles of corporate governance, clarifying the legal transition from an unincorporated group to an Incorporated Association and the protective frameworks this provides. You will explore the specific statutory roles of the President, Secretary, and Treasurer, while reinforcing the critical fact that financial oversight and fiduciary duties (including acting with care, diligence, and good faith) remain a collective responsibility of the entire board.

It also provides a vital roadmap of your compliance obligations, ranging from workplace health and safety and child protection to the rigorous demands of liquor, gaming, and AML/CTF regulations. By the end of this session, you will be equipped to ensure your organisation’s systems are not only up to date but also strictly aligned with its constitutional objects and legal requirements.
Governance is most effective when you understand how all the pieces fit together.
By completing the full 101 series, you will gain a thorough overview of your legal duties, meeting protocols, and long-term planning, giving you total confidence in your role as a director.
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Training Outcome
Certificate of Completion
Course Duration
30 minutes
Course Delivery
100% Online, self-paced
Assessments
Interactive Quizzes
Valid In
All states
Same-Day Certificates
Statements of attainments can be issued on the same day as course completion. See the T&Cs below for more information.

Certificates

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You will receive a certificate of completion on the same day as when you submit your assessments if the below conditions are met:
  • All assessments submitted before 4 pm AEST
  • You earn 100% on your assessments (delivered throughout video as pop up quizzes)
While we aim to send all certificates and Statement of Attainments on the same day, occasionally, there can be delays of up to 2 days, especially around public holidays. Please contact our support team via live chat or at 0738788977.

Key Learning Outcomes 

Key topics covered in this module include:

  • Understanding the transition from an unincorporated group to an incorporated association.
  • How the law protects members and the limitations of that protection for the governing body.
  • The role of the state regulator and your annual financial reporting obligations.

  • Defining the fiduciary duty: acting in the best interests of the members and the entity.
  • The importance of acting with care, diligence, and integrity in every decision.
  • Navigating your club’s core documents, including the constitution, bylaws, and codes of conduct.

  • Defining the specific duties of the president, secretary, and treasurer.
  • Understanding why financial oversight is a collective responsibility of the whole committee.
  • The protocols for electing committee members and the requirements for regular, diligent meetings.

  • Meeting your legal obligations regarding work health and safety and workplace bullying.
  • Upholding child protection standards and mandatory background checks
  • Managing high-stakes responsibilities, including liquor, gaming, and AML/CTF requirements.
To extend your learning, each module includes a curated, downloadable resource sheet featuring essential links and tools—we’ve done the heavy lifting, so you have the industry’s best guidance right at your fingertips!

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Additional Information

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To complete the course you will need the following:

Email Address

A unique personal email address

Electronic Device

A suitable device with a strong internet connection to do the course.