Organisational Governance & Structure

Welcome to the online course on Organisational Governance & Structure

This engaging and practical journey is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate organisational governance and structure effectively.

	Is this course for me?
	This course is intended for anyone looking to gain knowledge, valuable insights, practical tools and actionable strategies to improve the organisation’s governance and structure.
	How will I benefit from this course?
	On completion of this course you will: Identify and describe different organisational structures like hierarchical, flat, matrix, network and cooperative, and their basic characteristics. Explain how different organisational structures affect decision-making and efficiency, including their pros and cons. Use knowledge of mission, vision, and values to create impactful statements to guide an organisation's direction and decisions.  Compare and analyse different governance models, focusing on how mission, vision, and values influence strategy and operations. Assess the effectiveness of communication and stakeholder engagement strategies in enhancing organisational clarity and alignment. Design strategic frameworks that align with organisational goals and promote adaptability and compliance with governance principles.
	How long will it take?
	This course should take you around 75 minutes to complete.
	How much does it cost?
	This course is free!
	Will I get a certificate at the end?
	Yes - you will be able to download a certificate once you have completed all of the modules within the course.
	How do I start?
	Scroll to the top of the page and click on the  I agree - Join course  button. This will take you through to the course content. You don't need to complete the course in one go - you can always continue later from where you left off.

Data protection

This course was created by the Humanitarian Leadership Academy who monitor use of this course to ensure it is fit for purpose. This means that staff members in the Humanitarian Leadership Academy will be able to see the name you use on Kaya and any professional information you have given us. All this data will be anonymised before it is used for any analysis or reporting. 

If you have any questions about this course, please email digitallearning@savethechildren.org.uk.