In a turbulent operating environment all providers need high performing governing bodies and governance professionals that are equipped to determine the strategic course of the organisation. The effectiveness of a board and its committees depends on strong foundations.
Our new Governance 2024-25 brochure has been designed to address a broad range of needs across governance; it provides an opportunity to network and meet others who work in their field of expertise and explore key issues impacting the HE sector and institutions in detail.
We are here to support HE institutions and ensure that governors have the right tools and necessary support in place to fulfil their needs. The portfolio considers:
- individuals who are thinking about joining a governing body;
- the induction and orientation of new governors;
- developing effective skills for those on the board;
- more tailored support for more experienced governors, chairs of sub-committees and the full board.
Request the NEW brochure
Request your copy of the Evolving Higher Education Governance Brochure 2024-25.
NEW programmes, conferences and events portfolio for 2024-25
Our new portfolio for 2024-25 blends high-quality learning and insight-sharing opportunities delivered using a range of innovative techniques and platforms both in person and virtually. If your organisation is an Advance HE member you could benefit from a 25% discount on booking prices across our portfolio.
Governor Development Programme (GDP)
The Governor Development Programme (GDP) was created in 2005 and built on the earlier initiatives of the Committee of University Chairs (CUC).
The GDP portfolio is designed to support governors and governance professionals in all HE institutions with various events held throughout the year. The events are also tailored to the policy landscape and the distinct circumstances in each home nation.
GDP has been designed to address a broad range of needs across governance, while many of our events may be specifically relevant to those involved in particular aspects or roles within governance, anyone in HE who is interested is welcome to attend any event. Additional topical events will be added throughout the year to help address the evolving HE Governance environment.
In order to provide this selection of events and seminars, we work in partnership with a number of key organisations including CUC, AUA and Guild HE.
Governor Competencies Map
The Advance HE Governor Competencies Map has been designed as a practical tool to support board members with mapping their own individual progression and development needs as well as that of the board as a whole.
How we support higher education governance professionals
Crucial to the success of effective governance, we aim to provide a range of ways to support governance professionals to carry out their roles effectively and learn from practice across and beyond the sector. This includes:
Governance Professionals in HE Programme
Designed to improve participants’ understanding and knowledge to help facilitate the effective operation of academic and corporate governance of higher education institutions.
Advance HE Clerks and Secretaries Network Event
The success of the board depends on secretaries and clerks. This event gives those who are new to the position and those who are already in it the chance to collaborate on issues that are crucial to their governors and their own professional contributions.
Governance Conference 2024: Transformation in HE - governing with humanity
Eastside Rooms, Woodcock St, Birmingham B7 4BL | 4 December 2024
Advance HE's Governance Conference returns for 2024. This year’s conference theme is “Transformation in HE - governing with humanity”. The Conference will explore the complex landscape of governance within HE, highlighting the important conversations around humanity.
Plan your professional development for 2024-25 using our Development Planner
Whether you are looking to enhance your practice, share insights or identify the next step in your professional development, by answering only a few short questions our new Development Planner will guide you to a range of development opportunities that meet your requirements. Try it today.
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