1.
Develop an Induction Programme for A Newly Appointed CEO of Media-Max
Company (10marks)
A CEO is a new board member
Therefore, the following table summarizes what is included in the induction programme for a
new board member.
Issue Activity With whom When
Welcome Welcome and introduction to the board Chair and CEO At appointment
Governance Explanation of function and services: CEO At appointment
- History of the Media-max
company
- Vision and mission of the
company
- Ethics, values and philosophy .
- Board and committee structure.
- Departmental structure and
hierarchy
- Tour of site
- Terminology jargon and
glossary of company specific
terms.
Internal Introduction to senior staff and outline CEO At appointment
relationship of each functional area of the Media-
s max company
Strategic - Give copy of strategic plan CEO At appointment
planning - Discuss strategic plan and
progress
Governance - Provide policies and procedures: CEO At appointment
- Expenses
- Conflict of interest
- Risk policy
- Code of conduct
- Whistle blowing
- Finance and audit
Governance - Give relevant copies of meeting
notes
- Schedule of dates of board
meetings
- Give copy of manual including:
constitution document, pen
portraits, photos and contact
details of board and committee
members.
A CEO is a board member. Any board member will want to contribute to the organization as
quickly as possible.
A well thought induction programme hence will help them hit the ground running.
The purpose of this board briefing is to help you consider what needs to be included in your
induction programme.
The purpose of the induction programme.
- An induction programme is a structured way of providing new board members example
CEO with all the information and support they need to be confident and productive in
their role.
- The aim is to help new members to understand the organization, the environment in
which it operates and their role in making the organization a success.
What is involved in the induction programme.
i) Welcoming the CEO to the board team and other key personnel, including executive
directors of each functional area of the Media-max company.
ii) An introduction to the strategic plan and financial position of the Media-max company.
iii) An introduction to the governance arrangements which are in place.
iv) Meeting with other key stakeholders where relevant.
v) Regular reviews with the chair to check understanding identify issues and encourage
development.