Leadership and Strategy for Boards and Staff
Overview
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Expand your understanding of leadership within the not-for-profit sector with the Leadership and Strategy for Boards and Staff course. Understand various models of governance with the not-for-profit sector and best practices for risk management to incorporate in your organization's structure. Also learn about the roles of leadership, advocacy and government relationships to help your organization achieve success.
This course applies to the Not-for-Profit Leadership Certificate Program.
Who should attend?
You may use the knowledge and skills developed through this course to [insert description], such as:
- Executives, CEOs, managers and supervisors of not-for-profit organizations;
- Operations managers and strategic planners of not-for-profit organizations; and
- Board members, volunteers and leaders of not-for-profit organizations.
What you'll learn
- Understand various models of governance in not-for-profit organizations;
- Understand risk management and leadership and their roles within not-for-profit organizations; and
- Understand the role and importance of advocacy and government relations to not-for-profit organizations.
Course information
Fall 2024
Leadership and Strategy for Boards and Staff | Part 1: Monday, October 7, 2024 | 9 a.m. to noon |
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Part 2: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 | 9 a.m. to noon |
Fall 2024
Registration fee | Registration status |
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$450 CAD + HST |
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Discounts
The Alumni/Staff Discount applies to registration in this program/course.
If you are alumni or staff, contact continuouslearning@ontariotechu.ca with your Student/Banner ID before registering for details about how to apply this discount.
Registration
You can register for this course through the secure online registration form. All course fees must be paid at the time of registration.
Online meeting times
This program has online meeting times. This means you must attend the virtual class at the specified date and time (see the Schedule tab).
Google Meet, Zoom or Kaltura Virtual Classroom (through Catalog) will be used for online delivery of this program to support interaction and engagement.
This course may include, but is not limited to:
- Content presentations and/or videos;
- Hands-on exercises;
- Case discussions and simulations;
- Group and individual work (assignments/quizzes);
- Concept and topic discussions; and
- Topic reflections.
This is an open enrolment course.
Those completing ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø Continuous Learning open enrolment offerings (e.g. certificate programs, courses, workshops, microcertifications, etc.) are subject to the policies of ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø and Continuous Learning. Ontario Tech policies can be found in the . Continuous Learning policies can be found in the Regulations section of the Continuous Learning website. Specifically, those completing open enrolment offerings are expected to adhere to the General and Open enrolment regulations.
Requirements
To successfully complete the course, you must:
- Register and make full payment for the course;
- Attend all course meeting times;
- Actively participate in all components of the course; and
- Successfully complete any assigned work by due date
Technology requirements
Video conferencing
Online learning requirements:
- Computer or device with internet access
- Stable internet or data connection
- Microphone
- Webcam*
- Audio device (examples: speakers, headphones/earbuds, headset)
*Webcam is preferred but not required.
Material requirements
There are no additional materials required for this program.
Funding Options
You may be eligible for funding under the Canada-Ontario Job Grant, you can find more information on our website.
Contact our Continuous Learning funding experts to determine your or your organization’s eligibility for the Canada-Ontario Job Grant. We can customize programs specifically for your organizational needs. Contact us for more information.