Event Details

BritCham Shanghai invites you to attend the two-day 'International Role of the

Director and the Board' course, delivered by the Institute of Directors (IoD) on 15-16 October in Shanghai. This course can be taken as part of the IoD's 'Certificate in Company Direction​'. 


Download the full intro pack here for more details​.


This course gives you a practical understanding of best practice in the boardroom and the confidence to tackle boardroom challenges.


It introduces a director's duties and legal responsibilities and the board's role in corporate governance and risk management. It explains how to ensure internal procedures such as executive appointments and remuneration remain transparent.


Objectives


To give you the knowledge and skills to:

  • understand the key duties, roles and legal responsibilities of the director
  • identify the differences between direction, management and ownership
  • develop strategies for delivering best practice in the boardroom


Benefits


With a focus on real-world scenarios, this course will equip you with the understanding and applicable strategies needed to improve board effectiveness. You'll feel empowered to manage stakeholders effectively while acting in your organisation's best interests.

This course can be combined with other modules to qualify for the Certificate in Company Direction​.


Speakers

  • Rainer Pratl (Course Leader, International Role of the Director and the Board)

    Rainer Pratl

    Course Leader, International Role of the Director and the Board

    Business experience
    Dr Rainer Pratl is a senior executive with over years of international experience in finance, strategy, and governance, specialising in business development and association leadership. He has worked extensively across the private, public and not-for profit sectors, delivering growth, transformation and innovation. With deep financial expertise and a strong focus on governance, Rainer has helped major institutions improve board effectiveness, drive member engagement and implement large-scale strategic initiatives.

    Professional credentials and training experience
    He has served as a consultant and project lead for global organisations including McKinsey & Co, Alliance Boots and the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), delivering cost efficiency and governance-focused transformation. A recognised board advisor, Rainer has helped shape governance capabilities for professional associations through his work with the Project Management Institute and the Institute of Directors. His experience spans multiple regions and industries, with a consistent emphasis on practical impact, stakeholder alignment and sustainable organisational success.

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Tickets

Training Course - Member Ticket - Register your interest

This is a pre-paid training course.

๏ปฟFor attendees who want to join the course, please register your interest with BritCham Shanghai first.

The Chamber staff will check your details and connect you with a dedicated IoD staff, who will then guide you through the enrollment and complete your payment.

For BritCham Shanghai Members, upon successful sign-up, you will receive 1-years international IoD membership included in the course package.

Member Price ยฃ2,995
Training Course - Non-member Ticket - Register your interest

This is a pre-paid training course.

๏ปฟFor attendees who want to join the course, please register your interest with BritCham Shanghai first.

The Chamber staff will check your details and connect you with a dedicated IoD staff, who will then guide you through the enrollment and complete your payment.

Standard Price ยฃ3,495