Duties of Officers and Directors

This activity is presented by the Governance Institute of Australia.

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Directors and other company officers are in a special position of trust and confidence, acting as stewards of their organisation’s strategy and resources. 

This course introduces the core duties of directors and officers, providing a foundational understanding of corporate governance regulation, accountability and compliance, ethical standards, and the practical steps directors and officers are required to take to meet these responsibilities. 

The aim of this course is to provide an overview of the duties of directors and officers, alongside a practical guide to the steps that directors and officers can take to assist them in fulfilling these duties. 

Learning Outcomes  

Upon satisfactory completion of this activity you will be able to: 

• Develop a broad understanding of the key duties of directors and officers 
• Learn practical strategies to fulfil these duties in practice 
• Recognise and manage common risks and pitfalls.