Certificate in Company Direction Module 2

This is a Level 7 qualification delivered in association with the Institute of Directors. The aim of the course is to give the knowledge and awareness necessary for directors and leaders to hold senior executive and board positions in a range of organisations.

The course is made up of 4 modules which collectively results in the Certificate in Company Direction if successful in the exam. The modules can be taken separately to suit individual needs; however, to achieve the Certificate all 4 plus the exam must be taken. Each module consists of classroom attendance with an IoD tutor plus self-study.

Modules are spaced over several months to allow for the self-study to be completed.The 4 modules are as follows:

1. Role of the Director and Board (2 days)
2. Finance for Non-Financial Directors (3 days)
3. The Director’s Role in Strategy and Marketing (3 days)
4. The Director’s Role in Leading the Organisation (2 days).

As well as attendance with a tutor there is also e-learning and further support post course.

Delegates will be given a login to the IoD Learning Zone where they will get access to a range of resources which will help them to review and consolidate their learning.

The programme is designed to enhance participants' ability to:

• fulfil their roles more effectively and confidently
• apply their enhanced skills and knowledge to improve business performance
• create a wider understanding of the corporate purpose and values
• gain a common set of business principles and vocabulary
• achieve an increased understanding of the vital importance of the board as a team working effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
• create a network of peer level delegates from across the organisation
• consider succession planning and benchmarking at a senior level in a structured way.

Senior roles across a wide range of industries in both the public and private sectors.