Course Information

Introduction

Stakeholder engagement is a core governance activity. This course shows how to identify, prioritise and engage the people and groups that affect your company’s objectives. You will learn practical methods to reduce risk, inform strategy and improve reporting. Sessions combine board-level decision rules with operational tools you can apply immediately.

Objectives

Map and prioritise stakeholders using a documented framework and criteria.
Develop targeted engagement plans that align with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Create measurable engagement metrics and embed them into governance reporting.
Resolve and escalate competing stakeholder demands using agreed decision rules.
Prepare concise stakeholder briefings and recommendations for board and executive decisions.

Who Should Attend?

Company secretaries and corporate governance officers.
Non-executive directors and executive board members with stakeholder responsibilities.
Investor relations and finance communications managers.
Heads of sustainability, ESG or public affairs.
Risk, compliance and legal managers responsible for external engagement.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.