AMA Queensland is pleased to offer members the opportunity to participate in the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) course — Australia’s leading program for current and aspiring board directors. This comprehensive course provides a strong foundation in governance, strategy, finance and risk, equipping medical professionals with the skills required to effectively contribute at board level.

Across this program, participants will deepen their understanding of director responsibilities, contemporary governance frameworks and high‑level decision‑making. Whether you currently serve on a board, are seeking to expand your leadership portfolio or wish to enhance your understanding of governance within healthcare, this course offers an invaluable professional development opportunity.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for:

  • Doctors currently serving on boards or committees
  • Medical leaders aspiring to board roles
  • Members seeking to broaden their governance and strategic leadership capabilities

Key learning outcomes:

  • Understand the duties and responsibilities of boards and directors
  • Strengthen financial literacy and the ability to interpret financial reports
  • Build capability in strategy, risk management and organisational performance
  • Apply contemporary governance principles to healthcare settings

For more information, download the AICD Course Brochure.

Key course themes

The Company Directors Course™ is delivered by AICD’s Board Advance facilitators, guiding participants through five essential content themes.

  1. GOVERNANCE AND THE PRACTICE OF DIRECTORSHIP
    Understand the duties and practices of directorship, and a board’s functions and responsibilities.

  2. THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT
    Analyse the responsibilities and functions of directors and officers and consider the impacts of a changing legal environment on board decision-making.

  3. RISK AND STRATEGY
    Examine the board’s role in developing a culture appropriate for the risk tolerance of the organisation and explore the board’s roles in developing and executing strategy.

  4. FINANCIAL LITERACY AND PERFORMANCE
    Focus on financial literacy for directors and evaluate the board’s explicit role in driving organisational performance.

  5. ACHIEVING BOARD EFFECTIVENESS
    Investigate effective decision-making, board dynamics, the impact of individual and collective performance and how a constructive board culture can create significant value for an organisation.

Please reach out to Katherine Cork, General Manager Member Services at [email protected] or call 07 3872 2222 for more information, or to register your interest.

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“I am delighted to say that I attended the AMA (WA)-supported AICD Company Directors Course™ last year, and it was without question the best executive leadership training I have had. The 5-day course allowed for immersion into the subject, valuable workshops, and discussions that added to the excellent content and perspective that the presenters provided.


 Key learnings in financial, governance, and legal expectations were as applicable to health executive positions as they are to Board Directorship. I have recommended this course and the exam that follows it to everyone I have met since.”

Dr Mark Monaghan
 Area Director Clinical Services, SMHS

“The AMA (WA) AICD Company Directors Course™ was an invaluable opportunity to refine my governance skills in a health-focused context. The support from AICD before, during, and after the course was excellent, reinforcing key learnings and ensuring a lasting impact. The course cemented my practical experience as a board member with the technical and theoretical knowledge needed to take my leadership to the next level. I’d highly recommend it to any health professional looking to enhance their governance expertise.”

 

Dr Katharine Noonan

Public Health Physician, Gippsland Region Public Health Unit

“I attended the AICD Company Directors Course™ hosted by the AMA in 2024. The opportunity to participate in the course alongside established and emerging leaders from across the health system was invaluable. As well as allowing for a much more applied discussion about the role of a Non-Executive Director within scenarios that most were familiar with; it also enabled participants to reflect upon shared experiences with the established Boards and governance mechanisms in place across the system. In addition to the valuable learning, it also helped build a range of relationships that have been especially helpful in the year since attending the course. I would highly recommend to any established and emerging leader within the WA health system who is looking to develop their leadership capability – regardless of whether they are seeking board positions or not.”

 

Ian Sheldrake

Executive Director, NMHS Strategy and Transformation

“The course provided a very helpful insight into a different world! It was well presented, with excellent speakers who were both knowledgeable and passionate about their fields. I’ve found this knowledge incredibly useful, even in everyday conversations. Having served on boards, I can see how valuable this information is, no matter where you are in your director journey.”

 

Dr Michelle Ammerer

Director of Coronary Care, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital

EVENT:
Company Directors Course™

DATE:
Monday 22 June to Friday 26 June 2026

TIME:
8.30am – 4.30pm

VENUE:
AICD Brisbane office, 9/123 Eagle Street, Brisbane 

MODE OF STUDY:
In-person interactive facilitated sessions

DPD UNITS:
50 Director Professional Development (DPD) units

COST:
Normally $13,100 + GST 
Special offer $9,995 + GST

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