OnDemand MasterClass
How to write
better board papers
Elevate Your Influence and Impact
With Julie Garland McLellan
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Available now at $597 NZD (13 course chapters)
(Plus GST - New Zealand Only)



This comprehensive program is tailored to equip business executives with the essential skills to craft persuasive and impactful board papers that leave a lasting impression and position the writer as a person the board can trust.
Who should attend?
Our masterclass is perfect for founders, executives, professionals who write board papers, advisors, directors on boards, and Company Secretaries.
Attending this masterclass is a strategic move for business executives aiming to excel in board reporting. Crafting and disseminating board papers can be a daunting and time-consuming task, especially given the high standards and demands of board members.
This comprehensive program is designed to equip participants with the essential skills needed to create persuasive and impactful board papers that not only meet but exceed the expectations of the board. By mastering these skills, attendees will save valuable time and position themselves as trusted, reliable contributors to their boards.

Elevate Your Skills
Unlock your potential with our self-paced Masterclass, perfect for busy schedules. Tailored for both seasoned professionals and curious learners, it provides the flexibility and depth for success.
Why Choose Our Self-Paced Masterclass?
- Flexible Learning: Progress at your own pace, whenever and wherever it suits you.
- Expert Instructors: Learn from an experienced governance practitioner and gain insights from their extensive experience.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Dive deep into cutting-edge topics with detailed modules and practical resources.
- Lifetime Access: Revisit the material anytime with unlimited access to all course content.
Join a community of learners and take the next step in your professional journey. Enroll today and start your path to mastery!

Purchase your online training course
Available now at $597 NZD (13 course modules)
(Plus GST - New Zealand Only)
Course Outline
Your Course Tutor

COURSE TUTOR
Julie Garland McLellan
Julie has a portfolio of boards including chairing an ASX listed company and is respected for her practical experience. She is a frequent speaker at conferences and a prized reference for journalists. She has developed and delivered director education for the Governance Institute of Australia, The Australian Institute of Company Directors, and leading international institutions. Julie works with company directors and chairs to help them to build the success they desire in the boardroom.
Julie is knowledgeable across a number of relevant areas (board processes, psychology, English, practical experience, etc.) and integrates them so effectively in context. She also has a lovely, relaxed, personable style …and, she is a great teacher with a high level of EQ who also clearly understands the process of teaching and learning. I wish I had been exposed to her course a long time ago – especially the clarity of understanding of how board papers are designed to meet the legal responsibilities of board members. That was something of an epiphany for me.
General Manager
Hatch Student Living.
Who is it for?
- Board Chairs: Aspiring or established board chairs looking to elevate the standard of board governance papers within their organisation.
- Board Administrators: This course is perfect for board administrators because it directly addresses the unique challenges they face in their roles. Board administrators are often responsible for ensuring that board papers are meticulously prepared, organised, and presented.
- Company Secretaries: This masterclass is ideal for company secretaries as it equips them with crucial skills to enhance their effectiveness in a key aspect of their role—preparing and presenting board papers. Company secretaries are responsible for ensuring that board documents are accurate, comprehensive, and professionally presented.

What will I learn?
- Effective Writing Techniques: How to craft clear, concise, and persuasive board papers that effectively communicate key messages and strategic insights.
- Time Management Strategies: Methods to streamline the preparation process, saving time while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
- Audience-Centric Approach: Techniques to tailor board papers to the specific needs and expectations of board members, ensuring relevance and impact.
- Professional Presentation Skills: Best practices for organising and presenting information in a professional and visually appealing manner, enhancing readability and engagement.

This BoardPro course provides excellent insights into how to not only write better board papers but also how to manage the board paper process and the people for best outcomes. The presenter, Julie Garland McLellan is a highly knowledgeable and skilful presenter. The course is delivered in an easy to follow way with resources to support the learnings. I would recommend this course to any employee charged with writing board papers or looking for best practice in managing the process of producing board papers.
Executive Assistant to Business Enablement
The King's School
Purchase your online training course
Available now at $597 NZD (13 course chapters)
(Plus GST - New Zealand Only)