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Governance for Directors on State Boards
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Please note this workshop is now booked out. However, if you wish to be added to a cancellation list, we will try our best to get you a place.
Reach out to Gillian, our Learning and Education Manager to be added to our cancellation list or if you would like more information about our upcoming workshops by emailing [email protected] or calling +353 1 411 0010.
Overview
Learn the duties and responsibilities of being a director of a State Body. This is inclusive of Public Sector Bodies, Commercial and Semi-State organisations and State Agencies. Book your place on this dedicated workshop on the Governance of State Bodies. Eligible for 6 hours of CPD.
What will Participants Learn from this Workshop?
- An understanding of the unique characteristics of State Bodies and the implications for corporate governance.
- The role and responsibilities of the Board and Board Chair.
- The role of management versus role of the Board.
- The operation of Board Committees.
- Core tenets of best practice State Body governance and their application in practice.
- How to manage and plan for relations with the Oireachtas, relevant Minister and parent department.
- How to set up the board for success.
This workshop is designed specifically for:
- State Body Board members or those looking to join a State Body Board.
- C-suite and senior executives with governance oversight in State Bodies.
On completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Critically reflect on the unique governance framework within which State Bodies and their Boards operate and the challenges therein for Board and Senior Management role execution;
- Explore and apply the core tenets of best practice corporate governance as reflected in the Code through a broad stakeholder lens;
- Promote corporate governance themes and best practice within a State Body as a Board member, member of the senior leadership team or as a stakeholder within the governance framework;
- Evaluate the efficacy of the corporate governance framework and/or processes within a State Body;
- Apply professional knowledge and skills to the resolution of practical corporate governance issues and problems.
Dr. Margaret Cullen Governance Advisor, IoD Ireland
Dr Margaret Cullen is IoD Ireland’s Governance Advisor and a recognised national authority on corporate and fund governance. She brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical boardroom experience, making her one of Ireland’s most respected voices on governance excellence. Margaret supports IoD Ireland’s team of Board assessors, ensuring that each evaluation is informed by the highest standards of rigour, insight, and relevance. She has an extensive and distinguished track record of conducting Board evaluations across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors, providing Boards with tailored, actionable recommendations to enhance their performance and governance practices. In addition to her evaluation work, Margaret is a leading academic in the field, having lectured widely on corporate governance, board dynamics, and risk management. Her ability to translate complex governance theory into practical application equips Boards to meet today’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and accountability.
Is this eligible for CPD?
Dimension covered: Governance Framework
Eligible hours: 6 hours of Chartered Director CPD
This session may be eligible for other professional body CPD.Check with your relevant professional body.
Workshop participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance on completion of the session.
To fully embrace participants’ experience and to encourage the sharing of this experience and knowledge by and with other participants, Dr Margaret Cullen will lead dynamic, interactive sessions, drawing on her own and participants’ experiences. She will integrate practical examples into the workshop and support participants in identifying key take-aways / action points.
What is the cost?
IoD members - €465
Non-members - €540
Cancellation and refund policy
Places are confirmed upon full payment. Cancellations with a full refund are accepted in writing to [email protected] until Tuesday, 20th May 2025. After this date, no refunds are possible, and all fees are forfeited for cancellations or non-attendance. Recordings will not be available as part of post-session materials.
Group bookings
Contact the IoD Ireland Learning and Education team on [email protected] or phone +353 1 411 0010.
Want to connect with fellow workshop participants?
All workshop attendees will receive a list of all other workshop participants in advance of the session. This will include name, job title and organisation. If you have any queries around this please contact the Learning and Education Team.
For GDPR reasons, we cannot provide contact details on the attendee list.
Questions?
Reach out to Gillian, our Learning and Education Manager, if you would like more information about our upcoming workshops by emailing [email protected] or calling +353 1 411 0010.
Workshop material is prepared by IoD trainers and produced by the IoD wholly and exclusively for use by workshop participants. Workshop materials may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without permission in writing from IoD Ireland.
