theboardiQ Ace Board Readiness Path - Step 2
Self paced, Contextual and Optimized to present the best version of you for Board and Executive Roles
CEO/Board Composition and Corporate Governance
Step 1 - Complete self assessment
There are 8 -12 skills that every candidate is evaluated on for board roles. theboardiQ Ace Contextual Skill Assessment is the first step to contextualize your skills and experience to set you up for the relevant Ace Board Readiness Path. This is based on research findings of the Glass Lewis Method of Board Selection Process of Public Companies.
Once you have completed the self assessment, you will be directed to make your own customized self paced board readiness path. Your place, your pace, your time. 95% recommendations are free. Content curated by theboardiQ from top MOOCs, Universities and Institutions (UN and WEF). The modules have assessments / quizzes leading upto certification by theboardiQ Academy.
Step 2 - Optimize by relevance
Based on the insights and self assessment in Step 1, make your own customized self paced board readiness path. The modules have assessments / quizzes that will help determine your skill enhancement after the relevant training, leading to certification by theboardiQ Academy
Your place, your pace, your time
Primary Skills
CEO and Business Head
This is the most direct and crucial skill for a board member focused on this role. A board member with this experience understands the complexities of running a company, from setting strategic direction to managing operations. This expertise is vital for providing effective oversight, evaluating the CEO's performance, and preparing for executive succession.
This skill is a cornerstone of corporate governance. The board is responsible for setting the company's ethical tone and ensuring it operates within legal and regulatory frameworks. Board members with a strong background in ethics and compliance are essential for managing legal risks, safeguarding the company's reputation, and maintaining the trust of shareholders and the public.
Business Ethics and Compliance
Human Capital Management / Executive Compensation
A board's primary responsibility is to hire, fire, and oversee the CEO and senior executives. Expertise in human capital management and executive compensation is necessary to design fair and effective compensation packages that align with the company's performance. This skill is critical for attracting and retaining top talent and for ensuring that the company's leadership is accountable to its stakeholders.
As fiduciaries, board members are legally obligated to oversee the company’s financial health. A solid understanding of financial accounting, reporting, and audit is non-negotiable for a corporate governance role. This skill ensures the board can accurately assess the company's performance, identify financial risks, and maintain transparency with investors.