Webinars
Our webinars (also known as live online sessions) provide directors located anywhere in Australia and the world with the opportunity to access expert knowledge on specific topics. These live web presentations happen in real time and are facilitated by practicing directors with specific expertise in the topic.
Participants can access the webinar from any location with a computer that has Internet access and headphones or speakers. Their questions and comments are addressed live through an interactive 'chat' function. These webinars are short (1–2 hours), sharp and straight to the point. Each webinar is 5 DPD units. A number of topics will be featured, including:
- Finance - signing off accounts
- Essential Director Update
- The Role of the NFP Director
- Governance essentials for new directors (Not-for-profit, Small-Medium Enterprises and Public Sector)
Company Directors is partnered with CPDlive to deliver our webinars. Please note that the below links will take you to an external site.
2013 webinars
Topic |
Signing off Company Financial Accounts |
When |
19 June 2013, 12.00pm AEST (60 minutes) |
Description |
This one-hour guided session considers what you need to be aware of as a director in carrying out your responsibilities in relation to end of year financial reporting. |
Presenter |
Richard Rassi GAICD |
Cost (inc. GST) |
Members: $89 Non members: $108 |
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Topic |
Subsidiary Boards |
When |
17 July 2013, 12.00pm AEST (90 minutes) |
Description |
Directors of subsidiary boards within a corporate group, especially in a remote or foreign jurisdiction, are faced with added complexities and risks. This 90 minute webinar explores and explains these complexities and risks and how they can be dealt with in practice. |
Presenter |
Steven Cole FAICD |
Cost (inc. GST) |
Members: $89 Non members: $108 |
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Recordings of our webinars
Topic |
IT Governance Rules in a Changing World |
When |
This webinar has been presented. The recording is now available (expires 31 August 2013). |
Description |
This session will examine the board’s responsibilities when overseeing this key strategic area.
– Establish a board IT committee.
– Differentiate between an IT Governance Committee and an IT Steering Committee.
– Appreciate the importance of a strategy road map, business architectures and portfolio management.
– Gain practical tips to ensure IT governance is effectively implemented and working. |
Presenter |
Chris Gillies FAICD |
Cost (inc. GST) |
Members: $89 Non members: $108 |
Register now for the recording |
Topic |
The Benefits of Good Governance for SMEs |
When |
This webinar has been presented. The recording is now available (expires 30 September 2013) |
Description |
Designed specifically for directors of Small to Medium Enterprises, this webinar will highlight where SME boards should be focussing their attention in 2013 and beyond. |
Presenter |
Peter Emery FAICD |
Cost (inc. GST) |
Members: $89 Non members: $108 |
Register now for the recording |
Topic |
Getting Started as a Director: Key considerations before accepting your first appointment |
When |
This webinar has been presented. The recording is now available (expires 30 November 2013) |
Description |
Demand for directors is growing. However tightening regulatory demands and community expectations mean it has never been more important to exercise caution when seeking and accepting a board position. This session will give would be board members a checklist of what to have in place before considering a board position. |
Presenter |
Elizabeth Jameson FAICD |
Cost (inc. GST) |
Members: $89 Non members: $108 |
Register now for the recording |
Member-only webinars
Topic |
The Role of the Not-for-Profit Director |
When |
This webinar has been presented. The recording is now available (expires 31 October 2013) |
Description |
This introductory session outlines the duties and responsibilities of directors with specific focus on the not-for-profit sector. |
Presenter |
Andrew Donovan FAICD |
Cost (inc. GST) |
Complimentary member-only webinar |
Register now for the recording |