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Board Secretary Masterclass

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Board Secretary Masterclass

A Catalyst for Effective Board Governance

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
22 - 26 Jun 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
07 - 11 Sep 2026 Abu Dhabi $ 5,950
23 - 27 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Online $ 3,950

Introduction

This Board Secretary Masterclass aims to examine the responsibilities and purposes of the Corporate Secretary’s office. The effective valuable role of a Corporate Secretary has evolved to become the focal point for governance operations and strategic influence between the Board and the Executive Management.

This training course guides participants through the roles and responsibilities of the Corporate Secretary, the training course covers a wide range of topics such as their role as a catalyst for Governance, how to maintain Governance Administration, the foundations necessary for the job, how to manage meetings, Board dynamics, how to assist with Board evaluation and succession planning.     

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

  • Governance overview
  • Good governance principles
  • The governance framework
  • The board governance framework
  • Corporate secretary job description
  • Board governance meetings
  • Board governance disclosures and reporting
  • Board governance administration tasks

Objectives

At the end of this Board Secretary Masterclass, you will be able to:

  • Gain a clear overview of good governance framework
  • Understand the roles, duties, and responsibilities of the board
  • Recognize the corporate secretary’s responsibilities
  • Learn about their role as a catalyst for good governance
  • Define corporate secretary’s duties and accountabilities
  • Discuss corporate secretary role in managing corporate meetings from conception to follow-up
  • Learn about their duties regarding disclosures and reporting obligations
  • Gain an understanding about their several admin tasks

Training Methodology

This is a highly interactive masterclass, where all delegates will be encouraged to engage and participate, share, and gain from each other’s knowledge and experience.

The classroom lectures will rely on a bullet-based slide presentation coupled with practical workshops, relevant case studies wherever applicable.

Organisational Impact

This Board Secretary Masterclass is of direct relevance to Private Sector, Public Sector, Government and Non-Governmental entities and authorities, aiming to gain a greater understanding of the Corporate Secretary role and how an organization can benefit from the Board-Corporate Secretary Relationship.

The modern Corporate Secretary is expected to provide professional guidance to Boards, Directors and Management, on key issues related to Governance standards and practices.

Personal Impact

This masterclass will benefit participants by gaining knowledge that will enable them to have a better understanding on:

  • Board Secretary Roles, Duties and Responsibilities
  • The Corporate Governance structure in place
  • How they can contribute into ensuring the application of Good Governance in their Organizations

Who should Attend?

This Board Secretary Masterclass is designed for the existing and potential Corporate Secretaries for all types of companies, listed and non-listed, public, and private sector as well as family owned and not for profit organizations.

It is an essential primer for newly appointed and a perfect refresher for Secretaries seeking to deepen their involvement and value which will equip you with the essential knowledge and skill-set to fulfill your role successfully.

Course Outline
Day 1

The Corporate Secretary: A Catalyst for Governance

  • Governance overview
  • Good governance principles
  • Governance framework
  • Governance policies and procedures
  • Governance disclosure and reporting
  • Stakeholders mapping and engagement
Day 2

The Board-Corporate Secretary Relationship

  • Board positioning within the power hierarchy
  • Board’s governance roles, duties, and responsibilities
  • Board formal offices
  • Corporate secretary job description
  • Corporate secretary roles, duties, and responsibilities
  • Corporate secretary skills and competencies required
  • Corporate secretary instruments, tools, and resources
Day 3

Board Governance Meetings    

  • Types of governance meetings
  • General assembly meetings
  • Board meetings
  • Committee meetings
  • Tasks before the meeting
  • Tasks during the meeting
  • Tasks after the meeting
Day 4

Board Governance Disclosures and Reporting 

  • Minutes of meetings
  • Quarterly reports
  • Annual reports
  • Ad-hoc reports
  • Tracking reports
  • Integrated reporting
Day 5

Board Governance Administration

  • Board annual plan
  • Board evaluation
  • Board dynamics
  • Board training and development programs
  • Board composition and succession planning
  • Maintaining corporate statutory registers
  • Corporate filing and record keeping
  • Wrap-up and closing
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

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Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

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