Introduction to Audit and Audit Committees
Date to be confirmed 2024 (Board members)
This session will look at the expanding role of Audit Committees and what they do. Exploring the key roles and responsibilities and has been designed to help Board Members of housing associations gain a thorough understanding of the significance of audit committees in the social housing sector. By the end of the session, participants will be well-equipped to contribute effectively to governance, risk management, and assurance in an ever-changing landscape.Aimed at all Board members.
Value For Money (VFM) Training For Board Members In Scotland & Wales
(Board members) This session will look at how associations ensure they are meeting the demands for good practice and continuous improvement.
Building Safety Act 2022 – updates, what do you need to know to keep up to date
Coming soon
The Building Safety Act 2022
Virtual Chairing Training
2, 9 and 16 July 2024 (Board members)
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.
ESG (Enviromental Social Governance) – what do Boards need to know about the Environmental element?
3 June 2024 | 12:00 – 1:30pm | (Board members)
The UK’s social housing sector is increasingly recognizing 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.
GOVERNANCE OFFICERS LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Starting 21 May 2024
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.
Budgets and Management Accounts for Board Members
8 May 2024 | 1:00 – 2:30pm | Board members
The strategic decisions made by the Board and executives of any registered providers have a significant impact on its direction. As such, they need to have a firm grasp of budgeting and management information to make well-informed decisions that support the organisation’s goals and financial stability. Having sound knowledge and skills in budgeting and management information is crucial for effective governance and strategic decision-making.
Regulating the Consumer Standards. What do Boards need to know and how should they prepare?
23 April 2024 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm
(Board Members). 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.