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Improving Leadership, Governance and Risk Management in Nonprofit Organisations Specialisation

Intensive 5-day course · English, Arabic & European languages

This 5-day course gives non-profit managers, board members and finance professionals a complete view of corporate governance. It explains how to combine leadership, enterprise risk management (ERM), internal auditing and compliance in a non-profit setting. The programme covers structuring effective boards, running risk-based audits and implementing governance tools that protect the organisation.

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Public courses in our cities

  • 26–30 Oct 2026London£3,360 + VAT
  • 26–30 Oct 2026Muscat£3,080 + VAT
  • 9–13 Nov 2026Vienna£3,400 + VAT
  • 23–27 Nov 2026Manama£3,080 + VAT
  • 14–18 Dec 2026Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 28 Dec – 1 Jan 2026Dubai£4,200 + VAT
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  • 4–8 Jan 2027Istanbul£2,280 + VAT
  • 18–22 Jan 2027Casablanca£2,280 + VAT
  • 1–5 Feb 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 15–19 Feb 2027Manama£3,080 + VAT
  • 8–12 Mar 2027Amman£3,400 + VAT
  • 22–26 Mar 2027London£3,360 + VAT
  • 12–16 Apr 2027Vienna£3,400 + VAT
  • 26–30 Apr 2027Madrid£3,400 + VAT
  • 10–14 May 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 24–28 May 2027Berlin£3,400 + VAT
  • 7–11 Jun 2027Istanbul£2,280 + VAT
  • 21–25 Jun 2027Milan£3,400 + VAT
  • 5–9 Jul 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 19–23 Jul 2027Malaga£3,080 + VAT
  • 9–13 Aug 2027Sarajevo£3,400 + VAT
  • 23–27 Aug 2027London£3,360 + VAT
  • 13–17 Sep 2027Vienna£3,400 + VAT
  • 27 Sep – 1 Oct 2027Dubai£4,200 + VAT
  • 11–15 Oct 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 25–29 Oct 2027Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 1–5 Nov 2027Istanbul£2,280 + VAT
  • 15–19 Nov 2027Doha£4,200 + VAT
  • 6–10 Dec 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 20–24 Dec 2027Geneva£4,200 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

Can't make these dates? We can run this course for your team on dates that suit you. Ask for custom dates · In-house options

Online (live)

With a trainer, on dates to suit your team

This course can be taught live online by a trainer, in English, Arabic or any European language, for one person or a whole team.

£1,850 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

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Course overview

Corporate governance in the non-profit sector requires a balance of leadership, strategy and risk control. This course explains how to build a governance structure that protects the organisation while supporting its goals. It covers the tools needed to implement governance practically. It also looks at the common obstacles boards face.

During the 5 days, the programme moves from the fundamentals of board effectiveness to the specifics of ERM and internal audits. Delegates will learn how to identify operational and financial risks, build a risk appetite framework (RAF), and draft a risk appetite statement (RAS). They will also look at risk control self-assessments (RCSA). The course then turns to compliance duties, including anti-money laundering checks. Finally, it addresses the risks of poor strategic planning and how boards can drive sustainable growth.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  1. Use leadership principles to meet business objectives and key performance indicators
  2. Identify, evaluate and manage risks to support operational and project strategies
  3. Define the roles and responsibilities of non-profit boards of directors
  4. Apply risk-based internal auditing and compliance controls
  5. Structure boards to carry out their duties effectively

Who should attend

This course suits:

  • Middle managers in non-profit organisations
  • Strategic planners and business analysts
  • Finance professionals
  • Risk managers
  • Internal control officers and auditors

Daily agenda

  1. Day 1

    Non-profit leadership and governance fundamentals

    • Differences between non-profit and for-profit organisations
    • Management and leadership issues specific to non-profits
    • Structuring effective boards and supporting board members
    • Leadership competencies for achieving board effectiveness
    • The multiple roles and responsibilities of non-profit boards
    • 7 leadership competencies for the sector
  2. Day 2

    Principles of good governance

    • Why corporate governance is a requirement
    • Main requirements for a sound governance structure
    • The most important governance committees
    • Common obstacles and barriers to implementation
    • The need for governance in the non-profit sector
    • The added value of governance frameworks
  3. Day 3

    Embedding ERM into the governance culture

    • Fundamental concepts of ERM
    • Identifying, assessing, mitigating and reporting risks
    • Operational, financial, liquidity, legal and compliance risks
    • Using RCSA and heat maps
    • Risk taxonomies and common ERM challenges
    • Developing an RAF and an RAS
  4. Day 4

    Risk management, compliance and internal audit

    • The convergence of risk, compliance and audit
    • Managing overlap and cooperation between functions
    • Moving to risk-based internal audit programmes
    • Defining risk-based compliance and its responsibilities
    • Anti-money laundering and terrorism finance controls in non-profits
  5. Day 5

    Risks for non-profit boards

    • The role of strategic boards and members
    • Using strategic planning for sustainable growth
    • Developing a culture of strategic planning
    • Connecting sector challenges with organisational objectives
    • Questions leaders need to drive their organisations
    • Key questions for internal and external auditors

Certificate

Every delegate who completes the course receives an ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

Frequently asked questions

How do I register?

Choose a date and city in the schedule and press Register, or send us an enquiry. Our team confirms your place and sends an invoice.

Are fees shown with VAT?

Fees are shown per delegate and exclude VAT, which is added to the invoice where applicable.

Can this course be delivered for our team only?

Yes. Any ARUK course can be delivered in-house at your premises, in a meeting room we book for you, or 1-to-1.

Is this course available online?

Yes. We run it live online with a trainer, on dates that suit your team, for £1,850 + VAT per delegate.

Is there a group discount?

Yes. 20% for 2 delegates, 35% for 3 delegates and 50% for 5 or more delegates on the same course.

Can the course be delivered in Arabic or another language?

Yes. Our courses can be delivered in English, Arabic or any European language, by a trainer who teaches in that language. Mention your preferred language when you register or enquire.

What certificate will I receive?

An ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

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Key booking terms (read before you register)
  • The full fee is paid in advance, before the course starts.
  • Cancel in writing 30 or more days before the start date (45 for in-house) for a refund. Later than that, the full fee is payable.
  • No refund for non-attendance or partial attendance.
  • Places are for the named delegate only; another person cannot attend instead.
  • Moving to another date or city is only possible if ARUK agrees in writing.
  • Travel, accommodation and visas are your responsibility. A refused visa does not change the cancellation terms.

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