Institutional Governance Course for Boards of Management In Junior Schools.

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Institutional Governance for Boards of Management (BOMs) in Primary and Junior Schools course equips school board members with key governance and leadership skills for effective, transparent, and learner-centered management of basic education institutions. It deepens understanding of Kenya’s legal, policy, and operational frameworks, enabling informed and ethical decision-making that enhances learning outcomes. Participants develop practical competencies in corporate governance, financial and procurement management, curriculum support, quality assurance, human resource management, data use, and risk management. The course also underscores the Board’s role in promoting safe, inclusive environments, supporting teacher welfare, and ensuring accountability. Ultimately, it prepares BOMs to provide responsible stewardship, drive school improvement, and align governance practices with CBC and national education goals.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Members of Boards of Management (BOMs) of Primary and Junior Secondary Schools

HOW PARTICIPANTS WILL BENEFIT

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

1. Apply legal and policy frameworks governing the management of primary and junior schools.
2. Demonstrate sound corporate governance and ethical leadership in school operations.
3. Exercise accountability in financial management, budgeting, and procurement processes.
4. Support effective implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
5. Foster learner-friendly, inclusive, and safe school environments.
6. Promote staff welfare and institutional-based quality assurance practices.
7. Utilize education data for planning, monitoring, and decision-making.
8. Apply risk management strategies to ensure institutional stability and sustainability.
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