b'PREMIUM PROGRAMMEICT STRATEGY, GOVERNANCE AND THE CROWN AGENTS CORPORATE20%NEWOFFPROJECT MANAGEMENT GOVERNANCE RETREAT JAN-MAR COURSESTransformational change often means taking on increasingly largeKEY TOPICS and complex ICT projects - and equally increasing concerns around Aligning the ICT strategy with the organisational strategy the risk of project failure. Importance of good ICT governanceTechnology choices, acquisition and risk This course examines the rationale for ICT strategy and the reasons Managing and leading change and projects why an organisation might need a governance framework. Key areas Project methodologies, resources and assurance explored include: market trends that could enable or disrupt an ICT stakeholders, communications, risk and issueorganisations services; the impact of technology changes on human management capital; and key risks, constraints and cost implications associated Realising benets and dealing with poorly performing projectswith technology choices. DURATION FEEDATE It also examines factors that are critical to the successfulimplementation of large public ICT projects and considers the10 days4,450Dates on Demandmethods, tools, techniques and skills needed to be able to positively inuence a projects success.COURSE OBJECTIVES:On completion, you will be able to:Develop ICT strategy aligned to organisational strategyDescribe different types of ICT governance frameworks and the support they provideIdentify risks and create a risk management plan related to technology acquisition and ICT projectsManage key stakeholders, provide project assurance and maintain project controlDescribe remedies for a poorly performing projectACCELERATE YOUR PROGRESS ON THE JOURNEY TOWARDS GOVERNANCE EXCELLENCEBOARD EFFECTIVENESS AND Our residential retreat is the perfect next step for alumni who haveSPECIAL FEATURES OF THIS COURSE: completed our open or tailored corporate governance courses for You will be asked to complete a corporate governance diagnosticBoards, Senior Executives and non-executives or those taking up a questionnaire before commencing the retreat to inform yourBEST PRACTICE PERFORMANCE senior position within the Governing Body of an organisation who individual learning and development plan wants to take their self-development to the next level.You will hear from a range of inspiring individuals onsite or at an experiential visit Good governance lays the foundation for setting the right purpose and Understand the nature and importance of governance and how Held in vibrant locations across Africa, this programme will take you The emphasis will be on personalised coaching style sessions thatdirection for an organisation and the fullment of that purpose in an boards can work with the executive and management teams to completely out of your demanding and stressful environment, explore your strengths, challenges and aspirationsethical, productive and responsible way. An effective board strikes the identify and achieve good governance standards creating a space where you can truly pause, take stock and challenge You will explore your personal challenges and work through to aright balance between its compliance and performance obligations so Appreciate how to achieve a balance between compliance and yourself to think differently.solution and action plan as to generate value for the organisation and its stakeholders through performance obligations Delegates will be able to practice their governance team skillsgovernance excellence.Understand risk governance and risk culture WHY IS GOVERNANCE EXCELLENCE CRITICAL NOW? through a number of dynamic experiential group exercises Dene good board performance practices, both individual and The world has never been as uncertain, dynamic and complex as it is focusing on common issues such as: Due to rapidly changing global priorities, stakeholder demands and a collective, that are necessary to deliver the purpose and desired today. Enormous shifts are accelerating change in our environments, - Optimising governance capital volatile risk and opportunities landscape, boards of all types from all outcomes of the organisationcommunities, economies, lives and work. Dealing with this volatility - Authority and Accountability matrix sectors need to step up to optimise their performance to effectively Understand board composition and succession best practiceand striving for a sustainable future needs extensive transformation;- Managing conicts of interest deliver the desired ESG (environmental, social and governance) results Appreciate the various ways of assessing effectiveness and it is the Governance Body that initiates and directs that transformation. - Risk governance that will drive ethical and sustainable success.performance- Embracing technological risks and opportunitiesBe able to develop an action plan to improve your organisations The governing bodies of organisations have to make the right decisions - Information and knowledge governance It is important that boards establish a meaningful suite of metrics and board effectiveness on future priorities to ensure sustainability. To be effective at this, they - Excellence in stakeholder engagement the means of assessing their own performance (both collectively andneed to adjust their mindset, skills and behaviours to meet - Intelligent and competent governanceindividually) to be able to drive through timely improvements forKEY TOPICSinternational best practice. - Effective decision making organisational development. Only if the board is truly effective and The nature, purpose, principles and practices of ESG- Managing the TRUST brand, personal and organisation high performing can it lead and drive through its stewardship Accountability and performance THIS RETREAT IS ABOUT HELPING YOU TO IDENTIFY COMPETENCY There will be frequent networking opportunities and ongoingresponsibilities for the advancement and performance of the whole Organisational purpose, culture compliance, performance and ENHANCEMENTS TO EFFECTIVELY CONTRIBUTE AND EXCEL AS A access through Crown Agents alumni networkorganisation. sustainabilityMEMBER OF THE GOVERNANCE BODY Following the retreat, three sessions of optional remote coaching Measurement and evaluation criteria for board effectiveness Your governance role will severely test your ability to predict, learn, will be available for three months WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR? Board oversight and assurance, and stakeholder engagementunderstand, have and express opinions, make judgments and execute This programme is designed for current and future executive and non-Improvement, development and succession planning decisions based on knowledge and reason. Return to the office motivated, re-focused and more Fit for the Future executive Board Members and Senior Executives. It will consider allin your governance role and as a member of the governing body. aspects of effectiveness, including the structural, technical, ethicalDURATIONFEE DATE VENUE This immersive course will help you to explore how to ensure synergy, and attitudinal elements that lead to meaningful change.trust and condence between the board and stakeholders, and haveFee includes ve-nights accommodation in 5* hotels, and all meals.05 days2,65017 - 21 April 2023Miamidecisive inuence over the organisations performance.18 - 22 September 2023London DURATIONFEE DATE VENUECOURSE OBJECTIVES:On completion, you will be able to:Understand the different types of boards, what they are On completion, you will be able to evaluate your individual05 days3,45013 - 17 March 2023Kigaliaccountable for and to whomcompetency and performance and that of the governance team as a 02 - 06 October 2023 Zanzibarwhole, to identify opportunities for improvement. 44e: trainingbookings@crownagents.co.uklt: +44 (0)20 3940 4300 w: crownagents.com/training 45'