Improving Leadership,
Governance and Risk Management in
Nonprofit Organisations Specialisation

Improving Leadership, Governance and Risk Management in Nonprofit Organisations Specialisation Training Course is designed to deepen your understanding of nonprofit leadership, governance structures, and risk management strategies. This course offers a comprehensive framework for integrating effective leadership, strong governance, and risk-based compliance to ensure sustainability and accountability in nonprofit organisations.

The training course explains practical governance tools, highlights their benefits, and addresses common implementation challenges in nonprofit settings. It also focuses on how boards and leaders can improve performance, strengthen transparency, and drive organisational success through strategic planning and risk awareness.

Participants will gain insights into enterprise risk management (ERM), internal audit, and compliance processes, all tailored to nonprofit organisations. The course emphasizes real-world application and practical strategies that can be implemented immediately to strengthen governance culture and protect the organisation from strategic and operational risks.

This training course will feature:

• Introduction to nonprofit leadership and governance, and factors influencing board effectiveness
• Key principles of good governance and how to implement them
• Embedding risk management into governance culture
• Risk management, compliance, and internal audit relationship to strengthen governance
• Addressing risks from poor strategic boards and planning

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

This course aims to equip nonprofit leaders, managers, and board members with the skills needed to drive effective governance, manage risks, and improve organisational performance. The goals focus on strengthening leadership, clarifying board roles, and improving accountability in nonprofit environments.

• Explain why leadership is essential in meeting nonprofit objectives and achieving performance targets
• Understand risk management processes, including risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation
• Gain in-depth knowledge of board roles and responsibilities in nonprofit governance
• Develop skills in internal audit, controls, and compliance within nonprofit settings
• Learn how effective boards carry out their governance duties and strategic oversight

This training course is designed for individuals involved in nonprofit leadership, governance, and risk management. It is ideal for those who want to improve their professional competence in nonprofit administration, public administration, and business management.

The course is suitable for a wide range of professionals and will greatly benefit those responsible for organisational oversight, strategic planning, and internal control systems.

This training course is particularly relevant for:

• Middle management in nonprofit organisations
• Strategic planners and business analysts
• Finance professionals in nonprofit settings
• Risk managers responsible for organisational risk frameworks
• Internal control officers and auditors

This training course uses proven adult learning methods to ensure maximum understanding and retention. The course combines interactive learning techniques with real-world case studies and group exercises to make the learning experience practical and engaging.

Participants will engage in facilitated discussions, team-based exercises, and presentation sessions. The course also includes case examples drawn from the instructor’s personal experience to help learners relate concepts to real nonprofit challenges.

Each session is designed to help participants apply what they learn directly to their organisations. The course allows learners to evaluate current governance practices, identify gaps, and develop practical strategies for improvement.

• AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course