Board Member

Board Members (otherwise known as committee members) are responsible for the corporate governance of an organisation. They appoint a CEO, Managing Director or General Manager to oversee the operations of the company (within an approved budget).

As a Board Member you’ll be part of the executive committee and answerable to the organisation’s members or shareholders. Your duties will include attending meetings, participating in strategic planning, monitoring the organisation’s financial position and profitability, directing the CEO or General Manager.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $149,968
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a board member?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Business (Management and Leadership)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Manager Human Resources Manager Management Consultant
Managing Director Board Member Club Manager Customer Service Manager Client Side Project Manager Director Of Nursing
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Manager Human Resources Manager Management Consultant Managing Director Board Member Club Manager Customer Service Manager Client Side Project Manager Director Of Nursing + 6 more
10711NAT

Advanced Diploma of Governance, Risk and Compliance
Blended, On Campus
24 months
$4,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Governance Officer Enterprise Risk Manager Compliance Coordinator
Compliance Officer Compliance Specialist Compliance Analyst Food Safety Supervisor Board Member EEHA Inspector Financial Regulator Commercial Lawyer Legal Consultant
+ 9 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Governance Officer Enterprise Risk Manager Compliance Coordinator Compliance Officer Compliance Specialist Compliance Analyst Food Safety Supervisor Board Member EEHA Inspector Financial Regulator Commercial Lawyer Legal Consultant + 9 more
BSB80320

Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership
Blended, Online
18 months
$12,995
  • At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above in related fields of study and 3 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience OR
  • Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Administrator General Manager Board Member
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Service Director Innovation Strategist Cluster Manager Chief Operating Officer (COO) Partnerships Manager Executive Director Foreign Service Officer Strategy Manager
+ 9 more
  • At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above in related fields of study and 3 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience OR
  • Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
  • Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Administrator General Manager Board Member Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Service Director Innovation Strategist Cluster Manager Chief Operating Officer (COO) Partnerships Manager Executive Director Foreign Service Officer Strategy Manager + 9 more
LGA50120

Diploma of Local Government
Distance, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $8,482
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Board Member Local Government Officer Local Government Project Manager
Local Government Customer Service Assistant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Board Member Local Government Officer Local Government Project Manager Local Government Customer Service Assistant + 1 more

Bachelor of Commerce
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Finance Manager Finance Specialist Investment Manager
Board Member Strategy Consultant Partnerships Manager Project Accountant Business Services Accountant Operations Analyst Strategy Manager Banker
+ 8 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Finance Manager Finance Specialist Investment Manager Board Member Strategy Consultant Partnerships Manager Project Accountant Business Services Accountant Operations Analyst Strategy Manager Banker + 8 more

Bachelor of Business (Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Manager Business Manager Operations Manager
Project Manager Area Manager Operations Officer Board Member Customer Service Manager Cluster Manager Chief Operating Officer (COO) Strategy Consultant Marketing Project Manager
+ 9 more
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Common questions

How much do Board Members earn?

There is no clear data for Board remunerations at this time. Some Board Members act in a voluntary capacity (for non-profit organisations), but they have the same legal obligations as fully paid directors.

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What are the job opportunities for Board Members?

There is no clear data for Board Members active in Australia at the this time. Board Members are elected to registered companies, corporations and not-for-profit entities across all industries and employment sectors.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Board Member?

Board Members should hold a Certificate IV in Business (Governance) or Diploma of Governance. Many Board Members hold industry-based VET qualifications and degrees, especially office bearers (eg, Chairperson, Secretary).

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