Centrica – Senior Leader Development Programme

ELECTIVE MODULE Leading the Enterprise

Preparing for Board Meetings Aim The aim of this elective module is to explore how to prepare effectively for Board and Committee meetings so that you make insightful presentations and have a positive impact. Learning objectives 1. What makes for effective preparation? 2. What will the board be looking for from you? 3. Hints and tips. Practice • Understand how to prepare the ground for major presentations and papers. • Position papers and presentations beforehand at Exco and with individual NEDs. • Understand the role the Chair and Company Secretary can play in assisting with preparation. • How to deal with challenge.

• Being fully on top of your area of expertise. • Remembering what the Board is there for. Action plan • Utilise the Board more effectively. • Ensuring implementation. • Succinct and smooth model for meeting cycle.

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