Training: An introduction to risk in the boardroom - November 2026

About the training

The session is designed to provide an overview of what board members need to know about the key principles of risk and risk management – and how risk should factor into key decision‑making. We will also examine other risk concepts including risk culture and appetite at board level, as well as exploring the responsibilities of board members in relation to risk in their co‑ops.

Format

• This training course will take place online for two and a half hours
• A presentation will be delivered alongside practical tasks, opportunities for interaction and a Q&A session
• A break will be incorporated within the training course

What attendees will learn

• The responsibilities of board members in terms of risk within their co‑op (as determined by the Co‑operative Corporate Governance Code)
• An understanding of how developing a risk culture in their co‑ops can support their co‑op’s success
• Key risk management concepts – identification and assessment of risks
• How to determine the strength of the control environment of their co‑ops

Who should attend?

• Board members who may be new to their role as directors
• Board members of an organisation that is relatively new to its risk journey
• Those who support the Board

How much does it cost?

• £75 + VAT for members of Co-operatives UK
• £110 + VAT for non-members. Co-operatives UK members receive 30% off all paid events – plus LOTS more benefits. Learn about Co-operatives UK membership
• £95 + VAT for individual supporters of Co-operatives UK. Learn more about becoming an Individual Supporter of Co-operatives UK

NOTE: We must receive payment in advance of the training taking place. We have the right to withhold joining instructions and/or the recording unless payment is received in advance of the training course taking place.

Maximum places per organisation

Our standard training courses can take a maximum of four people from any one organisation. You will be unable to book on more than four places. 

If you have five or more people interested in one course, we highly recommend our competitively priced bespoke in-house training course. This can be tailor the course content to suit the needs of your organisation’s size and model. Please get in touch with our Advice Team at [email protected] to get a quote and date availability from our trainers.

About the trainer

Claire Dalton is a Chartered Governance Professional with 17 years experience as a company and society secretary and is a Fellow member of the Governance Institute. Claire has spent her career advising on governance matters to many different types of organisations including co‑ops, companies, charities and regulated businesses. As well as corporate governance, Claire has experience in risk management, large financial projects, corporate restructuring and compliance.

Recording the training

This training course will be recorded and shared with training participants afterwards. The recording will be available for one month after the training date. If you are unable to attend on the stated date, you can still book on to receive the recording link.

Cancellations policy

Any cancellations made within 28 days are subject to full payment with no refund. Name swaps and deferrals can be made free of charge until the day of the event. Please contact us via [email protected] to discuss.

Payment MUST be received before the training takes place. We reserve the right to withhold joining instructions until payment is received.