Practical Company Secretary Training
Starting 12 November (Four 2 hour sessions; staff)
This company secretary training is meant to assist you in understanding the extent of the role of a housing association company secretary so that you can be sure you are fully informed and in compliance with your legal obligations. It outlines specifically what must be done to comply with the Companies Act, the company articles, and other regulations as it guides you through each step of the role step by step.
GOVERNANCE OFFICERS LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Starting 6th November 2024. Governance Officer Leadership Training (Staff)
This thorough eight-module training, covers everything a governance officer needs to know about social housing providers in the UK. It will give you a solid understanding of the guiding principles and operating principles, procedures of Governance in a social housing organisation and voluntary organisations.
Practical Effective Minute Taking
18 and 30 July 2024
This training is specifically created for the social housing sector in the UK, to help you understand your responsibilities and the vital information needed in minuting. It gives you the skills and knowledge you need to accurately take minutes and navigate challenges.
Practical Effective Minute Taking
8 and 19 July 2024
This training is specifically created for the social housing sector in the UK, to help you understand your responsibilities and the vital information needed in minuting. It gives you the skills and knowledge you need to accurately take minutes and navigate challenges.
Virtual Chairing Training July 2024
Our chairing masterclass is designed to equip you with the fundamental skills and techniques required to effectively lead your team and oversee meetings, regardless of whether they are held online or in person, with the opportunity to share and gain insights from other participants, you’ll unlock your full potential as a leader.
Practical Company Secretary Training
June and July 2024
This company secretary training is meant to assist you in understanding the extent of the role of a housing association company secretary so that you can be sure you are fully informed and in compliance with your legal obligations. It outlines specifically what must be done to comply with the Companies Act, the company articles, and other regulations as it guides you through each step of the role step by step.
Practical Company Secretary Training
Starting 18 June (Four 2 hour sessions; staff)
This company secretary training is meant to assist you in understanding the extent of the role of a housing association company secretary so that you can be sure you are fully informed and in compliance with your legal obligations. It outlines specifically what must be done to comply with the Companies Act, the company articles, and other regulations as it guides you through each step of the role step by step.
BCP – Cyber Security And How Much Is The Right Amount To Spend On It?
6 June 2024
As cyber threats grow in sophistication and frequency, housing associations and organisations alike must keep ahead of the curve.
ESG (Enviromental Social Governance) – what do Boards need to know about the Environmental element?
3 June 2024
The UK’s social housing sector is increasingly recognising the crucial significance of environmental practices among social housing providers as a fundamental standard for securing financial backing. Within this session, we’ll delve deep into the environmental aspects of ESG, delving into the nuances of disclosing ESG performance to potential investors.
Regulating the Consumer Standards. What do Boards need to know and how should they prepare?
14 May 2024
In this session, specifically designed for English Housing Providers, we will consider what the Board need to know to be prepared for the new Consumer Standards and Regulatory Inspections (formerly In-Depth Assessments) regime implemented by the Regulator of Social Housing.
JUNIOR GOVERNANCE SUPPORT OFFICER TRAINING
May 2024
GOVERNANCE SUPPORT OFFICER TRAINING (Staff) is designed for those who work for providers of social housing in England, Scotland, and Wales. Introduction to who regulates the sector, Companies House, Charity Commission and we will also talk about what is good governance to better understand the best practices, successful approaches, and working principles of the sector.
Practical Company Secretary Training
April / May 2024
This company secretary training is meant to assist you in understanding the extent of the role of a housing association company secretary so that you can be sure you are fully informed and in compliance with your legal obligations. It outlines specifically what must be done to comply with the Companies Act, the company articles, and other regulations as it guides you through each step of the role step by step.
Virtual Chairing Training
11 March 2024
Our chairing masterclass is designed to equip you with the fundamental skills and techniques required to effectively lead your team and oversee meetings, regardless of whether they are held online or in person, with the opportunity to share and gain insights from other participants, you’ll unlock your full potential as a leader.
Practical Effective Minute Taking
12 March 2024
This training is specifically created for the social housing sector in the UK, to help you understand your responsibilities and the vital information needed in minuting. It gives you the skills and knowledge you need to accurately take minutes and navigate challenges.
Learning from Complaints and Regulatory Reports
17 January 2024
(Staff and Board Members). When it comes to regulators, our perceptions may vary, but one undeniable fact is that they play a crucial role in overseeing The Social Housing sector. One of their primary responsibilities is to provide the sector with valuable insights gleaned from their work. These insights shed light on the industry’s shortcomings and offer guidance to providers, helping them steer clear of similar pitfalls.
In this session, we will delve into the wealth of information provided by regulators, focusing on reports generated by the Housing Ombudsman and the Regulator of Social Housing.
Practical Effective Minute Taking
December 2023
This training is specifically created for the social housing sector in the UK, to help you understand your responsibilities and the vital information needed in minuting. It gives you the skills and knowledge you need to accurately take minutes and navigate challenges.
Practical Effective Minute Taking
November/December 2023
This training is specifically created for the social housing sector in the UK, to help you understand your responsibilities and the vital information needed in minuting. It gives you the skills and knowledge you need to accurately take minutes and navigate challenges.
Tenant Board Member Training
November 2023 (Boards)
This training program is designed to equip tenant board members with a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities and the regulatory framework within which they operate. In addition to providing an overview of the regulatory and compliance landscape, the program emphasizes the importance of governance, risk management, finance, and accounting in relation to their role. By participating in this training, board members can enhance their knowledge and skills, and feel confident in carrying out their duties effectively and responsibly.
GOVERNANCE OFFICERS LEADERSHIP TRAINING
November and December 2023
This thorough eight-module training, covers everything a governance officer needs to know about social housing providers in the UK. It will give you a solid understanding of the guiding principles and operating principles procedures of Governance in a social housing organisation and voluntary organisations.
Practical Company Secretary Training
October 2023
This company secretary training is meant to assist you in understanding the extent of the role of a housing association company secretary so that you can be sure you are fully informed and in compliance with your legal obligations. It outlines specifically what must be done to comply with the Companies Act, the company articles, and other regulations as it guides you through each step of the role step by step.
Virtual Chairing Training
September 2023
Our chairing masterclass is designed to equip you with the fundamental skills and techniques required to effectively lead your team and oversee meetings, regardless of whether they are held online or in person, with the opportunity to share and gain insights from other participants, you’ll unlock your full potential as a leader.
GOVERNANCE OFFICERS LEADERSHIP TRAINING
June and July 2023
This thorough eight-module training, covers everything a governance officer needs to know about social housing providers in the UK. It will give you a solid understanding of the guiding principles and operating principles procedures of Governance in a social housing organisation and voluntary organisations.
THE GOVERNANCE OFFICERS LEADERSHIP AWARD
June and July 2023
This thorough eight-module training, covers everything a governance officer needs to know about social housing providers in the UK. It will give you a solid understanding of the guiding principles and operating principles procedures of Governance in a social housing organisation and voluntary organisations.
Practical Effective Minute Taking
May 2023
Being a minute taker is hard, you are responsible for recording relevant notes during meetings and then producing a final copy to share, along with all the follow up work so you are prepared for the next meeting. This course will familiarise you with the minute taking process.
Ateb Board Member Training
April and May 2023
Commissioned training for Board members of Ateb (Wales).
Practical Company Secretary Training
March 2023 – Would you like to better understand the role of a Company Secretary and how you can support the governance for your association? This course will give you everything you need to succeed.
Introduction to Governance (staff) Training (both with and without BDA Support Package)
This course will run on Mondays across 4 sessions.
Do you have (or are you) a governance officer/administrator who could do with help and support to learn more about the role and governance? Learn the skills you need to be the best governance officer you can be. This four month package includes a full day’s training, a suite of six recorded webinars to support your development, 121 mentoring from a member of the BDA and membership of our Governance Officer Go! Network – representing fantastic value for money!
Health & Safety, What a Board Member Needs to Know
16 November 2022
The Sector Risk Profile puts health and safety at the top of the agenda, where it should be. Is this reflected in your Board? Does your Board understand its responsibilities? Learn more about these areas.
Virtual Chair’s Training
Date: 17, 24 October & 17 November 2022.
Take your chairing skills to a new level. Join our sessions to share and find out how to lead your organisation or committee in virtual and face to face meetings. This course will run on Mondays across 3 online sessions.
Take your chairing skills to a new level. Join our sessions to share and find out how to lead your organisation or committee in virtual and face to face meetings.
This 3 session Masterclass will increase your confidence, so you are effective in this challenging role.
Introduction to Governance (staff) Training (both with and without BDA Support Package)
Starts 10 October
This course will run on Mondays across 4 sessions.
Do you have (or are you) a governance officer/administrator who could do with help and support to learn more about the role and governance? Learn the skills you need to be the best governance officer you can be. This four month package includes a full day’s training, a suite of six recorded webinars to support your development, 121 mentoring from a member of the BDA and membership of our Governance Officer Go! Network – representing fantastic value for money!
Practical Effective Minute Taking
Monday 12 and 19 September, 10.00 – 12.00pm
Being a minute taker is hard, you are responsible for recording relevant notes during meetings and then producing a final copy to share, along with all the follow up work so you are prepared for the next meeting. This course will familiarise you with the minute taking process.
Governance Assistant Training (both with and without BDA Support Package)
Starts 25 April
This course will run on Mondays across 4 sessions.
Do you have (or are you) a governance officer/administrator who could do with help and support to learn more about the role and governance? Learn the skills you need to be the best governance officer you can be. This four month package includes a full day’s training, a suite of six recorded webinars to support your development, 121 mentoring from a member of the BDA and membership of our Governance Officer Go! Network – representing fantastic value for money!
Virtual Chair’s Training
Starting Monday 28 March.
This course will run on Mondays across 3 online sessions.
Take your chairing skills to a new level. Join our sessions to share and find out how to lead your organisation or committee in virtual and face to face meetings.
This 3 session Masterclass will increase your confidence, so you are effective in this challenging role.
Practical Company Secretary Training
Starts 1st February 2022
This course runs over four Tuesdays; 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd February
Would you like to better understand the role of a Company Secretary and how you can support the governance for your association? This course will give you everything you need to succeed.
