Governance & Compliance

Board Committees: Audit, Risk and Remuneration

Board committees allow detailed oversight of audit, risk and pay. This course covers how audit, risk and remuneration committees work: terms of reference, composition and skills, annual agendas, working with internal and external auditors, risk oversight, remuneration decisions, reporting to the board and committee evaluation.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Committees do much of the board’s detailed work. You will learn how to make them effective and well-run.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Committee simulations, terms of reference review, agenda planning and case studies.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

Explain the purpose and remit of key committees
Draft terms of reference and annual agendas
Oversee internal and external audit
Oversee risk management and appetite
Make sound remuneration decisions
Report to the board and evaluate committees

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Committee chairs and members
Directors and board members
Company secretaries
Heads of internal audit and risk
Reward and HR directors

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Committee governance
Audit oversight
Risk oversight
Remuneration oversight
Board reporting

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Committee Governance

09:00–10:08Why committees
10:08–11:00Composition and skills
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Composition and skills (continued)
11:45–12:53Terms of reference
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Audit Committee

09:00–10:08Financial reporting
10:08–11:00Internal and external audit
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Internal and external audit (continued)
11:45–12:53Whistleblowing
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 3Risk Committee

09:00–10:08Risk appetite
10:08–11:00Risk reports
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Risk reports (continued)
11:45–12:53Emerging risks
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Remuneration Committee

09:00–10:08Pay policy
10:08–11:00Executive incentives
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Executive incentives (continued)
11:45–12:53Disclosure
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Effectiveness

09:00–10:08Annual agendas
10:08–11:00Reporting to board
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Reporting to board (continued)
11:45–12:53Evaluation
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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