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Webinars
A series of online webinars for ACCA members
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Webinar: From qualified accountant to a board position – what’s possible?
4 September 2025
Are you a qualified accountant ready to explore strategic influence beyond your executive role? This session demystifies the range of non-executive opportunities available - from board advisor and trustee to NED and public appointee - and the unique value finance professionals bring to these roles. You’ll learn how to navigate the variety of non-executive roles, with clarity on their responsibilities and expectations. You'll also learn to translate your financial and strategic skills into boardroom impact. -
Webinar: Breaking in – how to land your first non-executive role
19 September 2025
Landing your first non-executive role is about more than experience - it’s about positioning, preparation, and persistence. This webinar will explore common challenges and proven strategies to help you stand out and succeed in the NED recruitment process. You will learn how to position yourself for board roles, identify your next step and start your non-executive career on strong foundations. This session includes a live Q&A with an ACCA member currently navigating the transition into a NED role. -
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Webinar: Exploring the spectrum of non-executive roles
On demand recording from January 2025
In this webinar session, we will explore the diverse world of non-executive roles, from board advisor and advisory board member to trustee, non-executive director, and public appointee. This session will help you understand the unique characteristics and responsibilities of each type, offering clarity on the role that might best fit your career aspirations. -
Webinar: The non-executive opportunity for qualified accountants
On demand recording from February 2025
This webinar session will highlight the significant opportunities available to accountants, driven by the essential responsibilities of boards over financial accounts, audit, and internal controls – whether you are in a full-time executive role or considering transitioning from your corporate career to build a portfolio that includes non-executive positions. -
Webinar: Strategies to secure a first non-executive director role
On demand recording from March 2025
Securing a non-executive position requires more than just experience. Approaching the transition with comprehensive preparation is key to success. This final webinar session will discuss common challenges and how you can overcome them and present strategies and tips to navigate the competitive NED recruitment process.
Articles and blogs
The latest articles and blogs from ACCA and NEDonBoard to support NEDs in their role.
Videos
The NED role
The NED opportunity for ACCA members
Benefits of NED training and membership
FAQs of first-time NEDs
Testimonials
"The course content provided by NEDonBoard is both relevant and practical, bringing a level of confidence and preparedness to my approach into my first board role, and directly contributing to my success in securing a board position. The ongoing support from Elise and her team at NEDonBoard has ensured that I remain updated and confident in my role. It was through the jobs board that I discovered and applied for my current board role."
Aliraza Alimohamed FCCA - joint ACCA and NEDonBoard member
"The NED Accelerator training is relevant to the challenges faced by first-time non-executive directors. The step-by-step roadmap and case studies equipped me with the skills and confidence needed to land my first board position. I applied for a role advertised on the NEDonBoard jobs board and was successful in securing the appointment."
Jaskiran Sandhu FCCA - joint ACCA and NEDonBoard member
