MAYFIELD COURSES
Co-operative Governance two-day workshop
This intensive two-day workshop through Cooperative Business New Zealand is designed for directors, executives and shareholders who want to deepen their understanding of governance within a co-operative context.
Integrating the Rochdale Principles with governance frameworks, the workshop explores the unique dynamics, opportunities, and challenges of co-operative governance. It is best suited to those with an existing foundation in governance, and assumes a working knowledge of both general and co-operative governance frameworks.
Focused on the unique dynamics of cooperative governance
Experienced facilitators with backgrounds in cooperative governance and executive leadership
Suitable for shareholders, directors and executives within cooperatives
Over two days, participants in Mayfield’s Co-operative Governance workshop will engage in interactive exercises, real-world case studies, and practical discussions. Topics covered include effective boardroom practice, member/shareholder engagement, strategic planning, risk oversight, and more – all viewed through the lens of the co-operative model.
While the themes align with our broader governance workshops, this programme is specifically tailored to reflect the distinctive purpose, values, and ownership structures that define co-operatives.
The role of the board/governance in cooperatives
Member, owner and shareholder nuances of cooperatives
Difference between governance, management and representation
Overview of director duties, obligations and general legislation affecting directors (Companies Act, HSWA etc) plus Cooperative Act, Incorporated Societies and Mutuals
Deep dive into strategy, strategic priorities and purpose
Risk, appetites, matrix, tolerances and critical risk identification
Effective board practices and processes I.e., foundational documents, agendas, minutes, meeting structures, work plans.
Board dynamics and culture
Role of the chair
The future of governance, board successions planning and ongoing professional development
This course is suitable for:
New or aspiring directors
Sitting directors looking to further their professional development
Managing directors and small business operators
Professionals reporting or interacting with a board i.e CEOs, CFOs and H&S officers
Board trustees
Committee members
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Register your interest
To register for this course or enquire about board member governance workshops, please fill out the enquiry form.
Are you eligible for workshop funding or scholarship?
Mayfield Group has a number of organisations that we work with who offer potential funding and/or scholarships towards governance training. Please ask us about your governance funding options.