Women in Sports Governance Mastery Certificate Course

Congratulations on taking the first step towards becoming a powerful force for change in Australian sports governance! 

Women have so much to offer to sport and we want to ensure that everyone has the confidence to take on leadership roles. At CPR Group, we are committed to helping bridge the gender gap in sports leadership, particularly in male-dominated sports, and creating opportunities for women to make a meaningful impact.

Our Women in Sports Governance Course is designed for women who have taken on a role in a sports club or association management committee or board, or for those looking to gain the skills and confidence to take on such a role. Through this course, we aim to build your knowledge and skills so that you feel competent to do a good job, which will lead to more confidence, growth in your strengths and the ability to become a more inspiring leader in sports governance.

The course covers essential topics related to governance, leadership and decision-making, with a focus on the unique challenges and opportunities that women face in sports leadership. The five modules are:

    • Understanding different sports club and association structures and their governance requirements

    • The critical role of women in the management committee or board in governing sports associations

    • The relationship between sports associations and other stakeholders

    • Understanding the role of the management committee or board in governing sports associations and making decisions on behalf of its members

    • The rights and duties that women in leadership roles have on management committee’s or boards, including managing conflicts of interest

    • The consequences of breaching these duties

    • Understanding the constitution and other organisational documents that guide sports clubs and associations

    • The policies that support women in effective decision-making and accountability

    • The risk management process and the role of the management committee or board in managing risk

    • The importance of strategic planning in setting goals and priorities for sports clubs and associations

    • The succession planning process and its role in ensuring continuity of women in leadership roles, through handovers from one management committee or board to the next

    • Budgeting and financial safeguards to protect the financial health of sports clubs and associations

    • Effective decision-making frameworks to support informed choices that align with objectives

    • The importance of following formal meeting rules

    • Tips for women in the role of chairperson

    • Types of meetings, including board meetings, AGMs, SGMs and subcommittee meetings

To prepare for the Women in Sports Governance course, consider:

  1. What inspired you to take on a leadership role in sports governance?

  2. What specific changes or improvements would you like to see in your club or association and how do you plan to achieve them?

  3. What skills and experiences can you contribute to the success of your club or association?

  4. What do you hope to learn from completing the Women in Sports Governance Course and how could it help in your role as a leader in sports governance?

Inclusions:

  1. Workbook (digital and hardcopy will be provided)

  2. Governance resources to help you in your role

  3. Mastery Certificate on completion of the course

We believe that every woman has the potential to become an exceptional leader in sports governance. By enrolling in this course, you are taking the first step towards making a meaningful impact in your community. As you gain knowledge and skills in governance, leadership and decision-making, you will become a more confident and effective leader, and inspire others to do the same. We are excited to support you on this journey and look forward to seeing the incredible things you will achieve.

Register your interest in CPR Group's Women in Sports Governance Course now to be notified about the next course intake dates, and take the first step towards unlocking your full potential as a leader.

Do you know other women in sports and governance roles that can benefit from this course? Send them this flyer so they can register today!

The first 2023 course registration is now closed, but please register your interest and we will be in contact with you shortly.

If you would like to contact CPR Group about this Mastery Certificate, please click here.

 

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