ONLINE COURSE FORMAT
We’ve tailored this online training to be a rich educational experience that you can participate in without travel. A greater focus will be on the instructor’s expertise and experience while teaching the course content. Questions and comments are welcome and managed in a way that supports collaboration and interaction and avoids having one person speak over another.
This class will be limited to 30 participants. Enrollment is first come, first served.
The course will be divided into two sessions and delivered over two consecutive days. You must participate in both sessions to earn course credit.
FEATURES OF THIS ONLINE COURSE
DIRECTOR COMPETENCIES COVERED IN THIS COURSE
Protocol and Practices
- Engages in activities that support the board in determining its own priorities and information needs.
Policy Development
- Establishes policies that provides guidance and sets expectations for performance.
Board Accountability
- Monitors board operations and takes responsibility for board actions and results.
Board/Manager Relationship
- Builds a civil, constructive, mutually respectful relationship with the CEO.
Strategic Planning
- Engages in strategic planning that contributes to the direction, core values and goals of the cooperative.
Risk Management and Oversight
- Forecasts and evaluates a variety of risks and identifies strategies to avoid or mitigate their impact.
Cooperative Principles and Practices
- Demonstrates an appreciation of the cooperative buisness model and a commitment to cooperative values.
Member Focus
- Focuses on the needs of members.
Flexibility
- Remains open to new ideas, information, and approaches.
Builds Relationships and Influences Others
- Creates and fosters constructive working relationships; Persuades others towards an outcome consistent with the organization’s goals.
Diversity and Inclusion
- Leverages the talents of each person and promotes cultural awareness among board members.
CREDITS
NRECA – 1 credit
CEU – 0.6 credits
