Entry Level
Board Survey
Our most affordable, world-class board survey with a benchmarked report.
A game changer for the governance of small organisations
At Board Surveys, we’re committed to helping thousands of boards enhance their governance. That’s why we’ve partnered with the Institute of Community Directors Australia (ICDA) to create an even more affordable survey and reporting solution for smaller organisations, clubs, and associations.
Our Entry Level Board Survey uses the same survey as our popular FREE Trial Board Survey for individual users. This means that individual directors or a company secretary can try the free version before they buy the Entry Level Survey. Scroll down to see exactly what’s included in the benchmarked report or download a copy of the benchmarked report here.
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Free Trial
Board Survey
Try a FREE 4 minute survey and get a benchmark report
Trial version for a single user
$0
- Designed for individual(s) to try a shortened survey
- Benchmarked against the whole database
- Benchmark report sent directly to you
See what’s included in the survey
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Number of survey statements included: 24
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Number of board effectiveness categories: 10
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Number of open questions: 2
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Number of Directors & Executives: 1
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Minutes taken to complete: 5
Entry Level
Board Survey
Same content as our FREE Trial Board Survey
Includes benchmarked Report
and FREE advice to chair
- Designed for a whole board to complete (and CEO if desired)
- Uses our streamlined self-service process
- Benchmarking against similar sized organisations within your sector
- Benchmarked report sent directly to the Chair or other nominated party
- Compare figures included if a previous benchmarked survey was completed
- You have 12 months from date of purchase to use the survey
- Email support prior and during the survey
- No lock in contract
See what’s included in the survey
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Number of survey statements included: 24
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Number of board effectiveness categories: 10
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Number of open questions: 2
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Minimum number of Directors & Executives: 4
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Minutes taken to complete: 5
Optional Extras +
Expert advice to Chair (and not to the Board) for the board report
Analysis of the Benchmarked Report and advice on how to interpret and act on the report for 30 minutes by video.
Included
Survey sent to executives and additional reporting
- Survey also sent to chosen executives to complete.
- A table comparing the average director and average executive response will be included in the report if 3 or more executives complete the survey.
- Inclusion of frequency count for executive responses if 4 or more complete the survey.
- Ratings and comments made by executives are merged with those of directors to protect the anonymity of executives in the benchmarked report.
Director Effectiveness Module added plus scorecards - price includes all Directors
- 3 survey items to assess the effectiveness of each director added to end of Board Survey (on teamwork, contribution and strategic direction)
- 2 open ended questions in relation to each director added (main areas of value add and any suggestions)
- If you choose for executives to do your Board Survey you can choose that executives be excluded from completing this Module
- A Director Effectiveness Scorecard for each director sent directly to the Chair or other nominated party to distribute and discuss with each Director
Committee Effectiveness Module added plus scorecards - price includes all Committees
- 3 survey items to assess the effectiveness of each committee added to end of Board Survey (on appropriate skills, effectiveness and reporting to the board)
- 2 open ended questions in relation to each committee added (main areas of value add and any suggestions)
- If you choose for executives to do your Board Survey you can choose that executives be excluded from completing this Module
- A Committee Effectiveness Scorecard for each committee sent directly to the Chair or other nominated party to distribute and discuss with each Committee Chair
Preparation of an Executive Summary for the board report (no interviews)
- Analysis of the benchmarked board report and preparation of an Executive Summary.
- Executive Summary to include insights and 3 or 4 main recommendations prepared by an expert Board Advisory Partner
Executive Summary based on 4 interviews and analysis of Benchmarked Report
- 30 minute interviews by video – normally with the Chair, CEO and two directors chosen by you
- Executive Summary to include insights and recommendations based on the interviews and review of the board report
Expert advice to the Board for the board report
- Presentation to the board by video including how to interpret and act on the benchmarked report and answering any questions
Don’t take our word for it
The survey provides an easy and affordable board assessment for clubs, associations, and not-for-profits – including committees and other governance bodies.
The insights gained will be helpful in guiding FIA and our board in ensuring we’re focused on our strategic priorities and ways to continually improve in governance. Highly recommend!
“We were delighted with the service we received. The big value add lay in the quality of the direct dealings that Nick and Susan had with members of our Board.”
“The benchmarked report gave us great insights that will enable us to improve out of sight over the next year.”
“The end product provided us with everything we needed to move forward as well as validating some of our own perceptions of the Boards effectiveness.”
“The review process provided us with the stimulus we needed to deal with some important matters as a board.”
"I highly recommend the benchmarked survey for any board wanting to review their current effectiveness and identify how and where they could improve."
"Easy to complete. Easy to discuss. Easy to draw actions for improvement."
The methodology of using a systematic and validated survey, that covers a wide range of important aspects of governance practice is most impressive.
"It was a clear concise report that provided clear actions for the Board."
The Survey provided highly accurate results that pinpointed the exact areas where that SIM group board needs improvement.
Governance Excellence for Not-for-Profits and Social Enterprises
The Institute of Community Directors Australia (ICDA) is an independent social enterprise, dedicated solely to serving our community. As a purpose-built governance network, they cater to the unique needs of not-for-profits and social enterprises.
A clear roadmap for improvement
Discover how you can improve your boards effectiveness through the help of our resources, insights and training courses, thanks to the ICDA.
What’s in your Benchmarked Report
Overall benchmarking of your board against comparable boards within your chosen sector.
Benchmarking of each importance factor of your board's effectiveness.
5 highest and lowest benchmarked survey items and the profile of director responses for each.
Benchmarking and profile of director responses to all 10 survey categories.
Written responses to the main strengths of the board and suggestions to increase the board's effectiveness.
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