Training Course

Effective People Management: Skills for New & Aspiring Governance Managers

Overview

Unlock your leadership potential with this practical course in people management. Designed for aspiring and newly appointed managers, this course covers the essential skills needed to lead individuals and teams effectively within a governance-focused environment. During the course you'll have access to proven strategies to manage performance, apply feedback and appraisal cycles confidently, and handle the transition from peer to leader with professionalism. Ideal for those working in structured, policy-driven contexts - this course builds the mindset, skills, and confidence to manage people with impact, integrity, and clarity.

Course costs (ex VAT)
Non-member - £300
Professional subscriber - £275
Member - £225

A discount is available for registered charities, please email training@cgi.org.uk.

For any related enquiries please contact us at training@cgi.org.uk, or call us at +44 (0)20 7580 4741

Participant Profile

  1. Are you new to people management?
  2. Has your organisation/ client recently gone through/ is going through a restructure?
  3. Have you recently taken on direct reports?
  4. Have you recently been promoted and have gone from 'one of the team' to management and are facing the challenges this presents?
  5. Would you like to expand or enhance your toolkit for people management?
  6. Would you like to better understand what makes a great leader?

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will have:

  • A comprehensive understanding of people management principles
  • Insights on how to successfully transition from team member to manager
  • Knowledge of the appraisal and feedback cycles
  • An introduction to the fundamentals of performance management

You will also receive:

  • Governance glossary - key terms and their definitions
  • A delegate pack containing comprehensive course handouts, learning journal and further learning information
  • A certificate to show you have attended the workshop
  • 3 hours credit towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Competency framework

This course aligns to CGI’s competency framework: Emerging/Established
Use the competency framework to identify your strengths and areas for improvement in governance.

Course Leader

Terri Le Couteur CL Hero

Terri Le Couteur FCG, MSc Governance

Terri Le Couteur is the founder of TLC Governance Solutions Limited (tlcgovernancesolutions.co.uk), her independent consultancy where she provides governance consultancy, specialised AI governance support, and bespoke governance training. With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, Terri is also a recognised thought leader in governance, strategy, and AI governance. A Fellow of the Chartered Governance Institute and holding a Master's in Corporate Governance, Terri is a go-to expert in corporate governance, compliance, and board dynamics. She excels at equipping boards, executives, and governance professionals with the practical tools and insights needed to navigate regulatory compliance, risk management, and effective governance in today's complex landscape. Her training is known for being insightful, impactful, and directly applicable, helping organisations significantly enhance their governance frameworks and leadership effectiveness. Terri's extensive experience encompasses various jurisdictions, including the UK, Jersey, Guernsey, the Cayman Islands, BVI, and Ireland, across diverse sectors such as Banking, Funds (private equity, infrastructure, real estate, debt), Trust, and Private Wealth. She also possesses considerable expertise with listed entities on both the UK's AIM and full markets and TISE along with those in other international jurisdictions. Her impressive professional background includes serving as the named Company Secretary for leading banks and fund administrators, acting as a Director on numerous client vehicles for both global and smaller firms, and providing advisory services to regulatory and professional bodies. As a professional trainer, Terri is dedicated to making governance accessible, practical, and meaningful, free of jargon and box-ticking.
Available Dates
22 September 2025
Virtual
Training
09:30 to 13:00
From £225 +VAT
10 October 2025
Virtual
Training
09:30 to 12:30
From £225 +VAT