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Our training programme aims to respond to the needs of third sector organisations, including social enterprises, community groups and volunteers. Our courses are delivered by trainers with in-depth knowledge of the third sector.

  • Free to BCA members with under ÂŁ75K annual turnover
  • ÂŁ25 Members
  • ÂŁ40 Non-members

Financial Management for Non-financial People

Financial Management can be tricky for non-financial people. This workshop is designed for those who are new to the wonderful world of finance and need support in learning the fundamentals.

Outcome: By the end of this workshop, you will have a better understanding of the key aspects of managing the finances of a charity.

Running Meetings and AGMs

This workshop will cover the before during and after of running successful meetings. It will also provide a specific focus on the running and governance of an AGM.

Outcome: By the end of the session, you should be confident in preparing for, running and following up on trustee and board meetings for your charity or organisation.

Digital Presence

In a world where almost everything is online it is important not to just create but to sustain a digital presence. This workshop will help you discover the benefits of a digital presence.

Outcome: During this workshop you will learn about:

    • The plethora of platforms such as websites, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok
    • Getting a domain name
    • Understanding and resonating with your audience(s)
    • Content development
    • Building online relationships
    • Using AI
    • Possible problems

Running Safe Events

Health and safety is a priority in any organisation. This workshop will provide you with up-to-date knowledge of the law, how to safely hold an event and manage risk efficiently and effectively.

Outcome: By the end of this session you will have a better understanding of:

    • Planning and managing safe events
    • Know more about the law, including Martyn’s Law and your duties
    • Performing risk assessments
    • Steps in the process of risk management
    • Effective risk management

Governance and the Role of the Board

This interactive workshop will help answer the big question: “What does good leadership look like?” You will be provided with a valuable overview of governance and the role of the Board.

Outcome: By the end of this session, you will know more about:

    • The roles and expectations of the Board
    • Establishing a team culture
    • Building relationships between the Board and Executives
    • Building trust with staff and volunteers

Leading your Charity: Trustee Skills and Duties

Leading a charity is meaningful work, however, it is not an easy task. This informative course will give you an essential insight into methods of leading your charity.

Outcome: During this workshop you will find out more about:

    • Key duties and responsibilities
    • Conflicts of interest
    • Hallmarks of effective governance including risk management, transparency, financial stability, good communications and well-run meetings
    • Strategic planning
    • Trustee development.
    • Evaluation criteria and indicators

Leading Your Charity: Trustee Risk Management

Leading a charity is meaningful work, however, it is not an easy task. This informative course will give you an essential insight into methods of leading your charity.

Outcome: During this workshop you will find out more about:

    • The importance of effective risk management
    • Types of risk
    • Assessing risk
    • Mitigating risk
    • Trustee development.
    • Oversight (the risk register)

Volunteer Management

Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community. This workshop focuses on how to appreciate their time by motivating their involvement in the organisation and team in a positive way. The first session will take place during Volunteers Week, given this we will promote the vital importance of volunteers.

Outcome: During the session, you will learn about:

    • The best ways to find volunteers
    • Volunteering agreements
    • Volunteer inductions and training
    • Supervising volunteers

An Introduction to Trust and Grant Fundraising

Whether you are wanting to start a new project or maintain your organisation, income generation through fundraising is critical in the third sector. The economic climate has only made obtaining these awards more difficult so it is essential everyone has the best possible chance of being successful.

Outcome: By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of fundraising and bid writing and have confidence in generating income.

 

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