Course Overview

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Developed in partnership with Club Governance, our Board Governance 101 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.

The 101 Governance Essentials Bundle provides an end-to-end foundation in club governance and leadership, taking you from the core legal structures and fiduciary duties of the various governance structures. You will deepen your understanding of your core governance documents, processes to streamline meeting procedures, review member rights and staff obligations. You will gain the vital tools needed to build a high-performing board culture while securing your organisation’s future through robust risk management, strategic long-term planning, and diligent financial oversight.
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Training Outcome
Certificate of Completion
Course Duration
1.5 hours
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.

Who Should Enrol?

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Who will benefit from this course?

The 101 Board Governance series has been designed specifically with committee members of smaller incorporated associations (without liquor and gaming services), sporting associations, community led initiatives and co-op groups.

If learners feel they would like to deepen their understanding of other governance topics, please review our Board Governance Toolkit modules (released soon) which provide a comprehensive review of various governance processes.

Individual Achievement & Board Packages

Courses are designed for individual directors to complete at their own pace. Upon successful completion of a module and its associated quiz, a personalised certificate is issued to the learner.

Training the whole board? While certificates are individual, we offer tailored pricing for groups. If you would like a quote for multiple learners or your entire governing body, please complete our Multiple Learners Form to access our group discount.

Certificates

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CTA will issue your completion certificate 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:

  • Defining the Incorporated Association and the principles of governance.
  • Navigating the roles and statutory responsibilities of the Board.
  • Key functions of the Executive: President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
  • Essential laws and regulatory frameworks affecting club compliance.

  • Upholding member rights and implementing effective grievance policies.
  • Mastering the hierarchy of the Constitution, Rules, and Bylaws.
  • Best practices for managing and supporting staff and volunteers.
  • Professional meeting protocols and the legal importance of minutes.

  • Managing the election process and board succession planning.
  • Identifying and mitigating organisational risk.
  • Driving club growth through strategic planning and vision.
  • Ensuring financial sustainability and robust fiscal oversight.
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.

FAQs 

Courses completed through CTA Training Specialists are designed for individual learners to access and revisit your units with ease. If your whole board wishes to complete our Board Governance training, we can offer discounts when there are more than 5 individual learners.

The certificate of completion will be issued (following successful completion) to the individual learner registered at the time of purchase

Simply fill out the Bulk Purchase Enquiry Form or email [email protected] and let us know what you need.

If you have further questions about any of the topics covered in this unit, we encourage you to please look at the links and resources we provide at the end of each module first and foremost, as they delve even further into specific governance topics.

Our presenters are available for further questions if you need, however please keep in mind that they are professional governance consultants. They cannot provide specific information relating to your Club unless you would like to contract them. If you have a general question about the content covered in this topic, we will be happy to pass on your question to the presenters if it meets the nature of being a general question. Please email [email protected] if you have any general questions about any of the content covered in these courses.

We recommend the 101 Series for board members of organisations without liquor and gaming licences, such as local sporting clubs, co-operatives, and community groups. This series provides a practical overview of the core duties and challenges most relevant to smaller associations.

For directors of larger organisations, Companies Limited by Guarantee, or clubs offering liquor and gaming services, we recommend the Board Governance Toolkit. This series offers a more rigorous and comprehensive overview of your statutory responsibilities, which is essential for effective governance in highly regulated environments.

Note: As many governance principles apply to all organisations regardless of size, directors of smaller clubs who wish to deepen their expertise in specific areas may also find significant value in the advanced modules of the Toolkit series.