Course Overview
Decision-Making Skills for Effective Governance is a specialized course designed to equip SACCO board members and leadership teams with advanced decision-making and strategic thinking tools. The training provides participants with structured frameworks that enhance boardroom effectiveness and governance outcomes.
Through real-life case studies, discussions, and interactive sessions, participants learn how to make informed, ethical, and data-driven decisions that align with the SACCO’s mission and values. This course helps leaders strengthen governance through improved critical thinking, better group dynamics, and a deeper understanding of how to evaluate complex board-level decisions.
Related: Product Development Review & Consultancy
Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
-
Apply critical thinking in board-level decisions
-
Manage group dynamics and build consensus
-
Use structured frameworks to guide key decisions
You may also like: Building Positive Workplace Culture Training
Target Audience
-
Board Chairs and Members
-
Executive Committee Members
-
Strategy and Governance Leaders
Course Content
-
Types of decisions in SACCO governance
-
Rational vs. intuitive decision-making
-
Common decision-making models (SWOT, cost-benefit analysis)
-
Recognizing and avoiding bias and groupthink
-
Documenting, evaluating, and learning from decisions
Duration: 3 hours
The session combines short lectures, case analysis, and group activities to ensure participants leave with actionable skills they can immediately apply in their governance roles.
For deeper insights into SACCO growth and transformation, visit Sacco Champions.