Enrolment deadline is 5th March 2024

Elevate your NED career with the university credit-rated Diploma in Corporate Governance.

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Equip yourself with the practical training and strategic ability to excel as a board director. Elevate your governance career with this university credit-rated course.

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University credit-rated. Industry approved. Globally recognised

Enrolment deadline is 5th March 2024

Elevate your NED career with the university credit-rated Diploma in Corporate Governance.

4,495 or $1,248.75/mo
Self-paced
30 hours

Equip yourself with the practical training and strategic ability to excel as a board director. Elevate your governance career with this university credit-rated course.

Limited time offer: Enrol on the diploma today and get the new Professional Certificate in AI Governance for FREE. Limited places available.

Get a free AI Governance Professional Certificate when you purchase a diploma during this limited time offer. The course will be automatically added to your cart.
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University credit-rated. Industry approved. Globally recognised.

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Programme Content

Drive performance as a NED and deliver a successful strategy

Expertly designed, practical online non-executive director courses that focus on what you need to succeed in today’s boardroom. No peer approval needed to start learning. No need to be part of an exclusive club. Just a desire to make good governance and the role of the non-executive director a force for good and growth in the world.

Introduction to Corporate Governance

  • Build a solid understanding of what corporate governance is, its history and how it benefits organisations around the world.
  • Identify the fundamental principles of good governance, its key indicators and the role of leadership in good corporate governance.
  • Describe basic governance structures and the relationships between key actors within this structure.
  • Explore the global trends of ESG, emerging technology such as AI and diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and how they're influencing corporate governance.
  • Understand the relationship between company law, shareholders, the board and the executive, and the governance handbook.

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Best Practice Insights

Best practice insights

Gain real-world insights and apply best practices in corporate governance.

Board Simulations

Board simulations

Engage in simulated boardroom scenarios to hone your decision-making skills.

Expert Interviews

Expert interviews

Learn from governance leaders sharing valuable expertise in exclusive interviews.

Accessible Learning Platform

Accessible learning platform

Access course materials with ease on our user-friendly, accessible online platform.

Interactive Engagement

Interactive engagement

Expand your knowledge through webinars, masterclasses, and vibrant discussion forums.

Drive performance and deliver a successful strategy

Expertly designed, practical corporate governance training that focuses on what you need to succeed in today’s boardroom. No peer approval needed to start learning. No need to be part of an exclusive club. Just a desire to make good governance a force for good and growth in the world.

Module 1
Introduction to corporate governance
  • Build a solid understanding of what corporate governance is, its history and how it benefits organisations around the world.
  • Identify the fundamental principles of good governance, its key indicators and the role of leadership in good corporate governance.
  • Describe basic governance structures and the relationships between key actors within this structure.
  • Explore the global trends of ESG, emerging technology such as AI and diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and how they’re influencing corporate governance.
  • Understand the relationship between company law, shareholders, the board and the executive, and the governance handbook.

Module 2
The company director
  • Look at the duties and responsibilities of a director to fully understand what’s involved in making a real impact.
  • Describe a company director's regulatory obligations, the skills of an ideal director, and the appointment and removal process of a company director.
  • Fully understand the critical topics of regulation, the governance code and directors and officers insurance in the context of director liability.
  • Explore key aspects of board governance, including nomination processes, onboarding considerations, compensation concerns, best practices, evaluation and succession planning.

Module 3
Governance architecture
  • Learn why the governance structure of every organisation is unique and why that matters.
  • Explore the roles (such as the chair, executive directors and non-executive directors), their responsibilities and dynamics among the different members of the board.
  • Understand how to structure the governance of your organisation which includes successfully integrating committees and the executive team.
  • Identify and start using the right frameworks for successful good governance.

Module 4
The governance handbook and reporting
  • Discover the purpose of the governance handbook and what it needs to include to make governance function effectively daily.
  • Explore the essential policies that make up a good governance handbook.
  • Elevate your knowledge of why reliable and accurate performance reporting, that includes ESG reporting, is critical for directors.
  • Get familiar with what best-in-class and user-friendly reporting looks like.
  • Discuss how to prepare for and run effective board meetings and have a view of other important meetings such as (AGMs, EGMs, executive meetings etc).
  • Learn how technology and AI tools are being used to enhance the reporting process.

Module 5
Culture
  • Discover how the culture of the organisation is shaped by the board and the executive team through good decision making.
  • Learn about the power of aligning the culture of the board with the organisation and its strategy.
  • Identify ways to influence the company culture so that it adheres to relatable values and ethics.
  • Describe toxic board culture and how to navigate these situations on a board.

Module 6
Strategy
  • Clearly understand how to use comprehensive tools for strategy development and implementation, including incorporating ESG strategy.
  • Explore the different stages of developing an effective strategy.
  • Learn how to implement a strategy that is realistic and achievable.
  • Be confident in challenging the strategy where it’s needed.

Module 7
Financial matters
  • Be competent in interpreting financial statements presented to the board.
  • Examine how to ask the right questions so that your critique of the financial statements is thorough.
  • Explore the challenges and resolutions for organisations in difficult financial positions.
  • Clearly understand the intersection of ESG investing and financial decision-making.

Module 8
Risk
  • Learn the fundamentals of risk and the role of the board in mitigating potential risk.
  • Determine what is an appropriate risk response for the board and what is an appropriate risk appetite for the board to have.
  • Gain a firm understanding of crisis and reputation management, risk culture, cyber, AI and how to manage ESG risks.
  • Be able to provide proper oversight of risk by knowing how to identify emerging trends.

Module 9
Board evaluations
  • Discover why good practices are needed around the ongoing evaluation of the board’s performance, individual directors, and the CEO.
  • Learn how to initiate and implement an evaluation of the board internally and how to set up an external evaluation.
  • Identify tools, including AI, to carry out evaluations of the board, individual directors and the CEO.

Module 10
The non-executive director (NED)
  • Learn how to carefully plan your career move to becoming a NED.
  • Identify ways to promote your personal brand through networking and becoming more visible within your peer network.
  • Discover how to prepare for interviews and how to carry out detailed research of organisations you may consider working with.

Assessments
Multiple-choice assessment
  • You need to complete two online assessments to achieve your Diploma in Corporate Governance qualification.
  • Each assessment is 90 minutes long.
  • Assessment 1 takes place after module 5 and includes 75 multiple-choice style questions.
  • Assessment 2 takes place after module 10 and includes 75 multiple-choice style questions.
  • You can complete each assessment at a time that suits you.
Best Practice Insights

Best practice insights

Board Simulations

Board simulations

Expert Interviews

Expert interviews

Accessible Learning Platform

Accessible learning platform

Interactive Engagement

Interactive engagement

Payment options

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We believe non-executive director training should be accessible and affordable. That’s why we offer flexible payment options tailored to meet your financial needs. Choose between a one time payment or convenient monthly instalments.

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What our non-executive director alumni say

Our Diploma in Corporate Governance is not only university credit-rated by a leading UK university but also widely endorsed and recommended by our non-executive director alumni.

Invest in your future with a comprehensive and valuable Diploma in Corporate Governance

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The full Diploma in Corporate Governance is the best course for non-executive directors and offers comprehensive knowledge of corporate governance, including how to be an effective non-executive director.

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The Diploma in Corporate Governance provides you with the skills you require to enable clear and concise decision-making as well as adhering to best governance practices.

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Ensure that you are fully informed on all of the various changes and updates that are being applied to boardrooms in what is now a very dynamic corporate governance environment.

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A Diploma in Corporate Governance will improve your leadership skills and ensure you enter the boardroom with the professional mindset of an experienced director.

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With the Diploma in Corporate Governance, company secretaries, non-executive directors and executives gain a distinct career edge by better understanding their duties and responsibilities.

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Alumni of the Corporate Governance Institute are better qualified then other boardroom directors and are, therefore, more equipped to lead real change. Take the best course for non-executive directors today.

Programme support

Meet our expert speakers

You’ll be taught by world-class corporate governance experts who have one sole purpose: to educate a new generation of corporate leaders to be a force for good.

Support while you learn

Starting your non-executive director course is clear and straightforward.

Join a live orientation session

  • Meet other delegates taking the Diploma in Corporate Governance.
  • Explore the online learning platform and tools.
  • Find out about key programme milestones and timelines.
  • Get familiar with the assessments and grading process.

Be supported by our Learning Support Team

  • A friendly, helpful and welcoming team.
  • Regular email contact to guide you through your programme.
  • Available to answer your questions.
  • Helping you get the most out of your programme at every stage.

Enrol on the Diploma in Corporate Governance and receive a 25% discount on Corporate Governance Institute Premium Membership. Being part of this community enhances your learning support with access to:

Enrol on the Diploma in Corporate Governance and receive a 25% discount on Corporate Governance Institute Premium Membership.

Masterclasses

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Governance experts

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Meet our learning support team

Our friendly and welcoming learning support team are here to help you at every stage of your learning experience.

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Learner Support

Listening in order to understand are two qualities Aishwarya believes elevate the quality of your learner support. She uses these qualities daily in her interactions with our community of learners.

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Customer Success

Guiding you through your learning experience and identifying ways to overcome any challenges come naturally to Amal. She is committed to seeing you achieve your qualification.

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Head of Operations

Building an exceptional learning environment is at the heart of everything Aayushi does. As Head of Operations, her mission is to ensure you feel fully supported throughout your learning experience.

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Frequently asked questions

Browse these questions and answers to help your research

The Diploma in Corporate Governance has been designed so you can learn at your own pace, in your own time and wherever you want. The course is 100% online, self-paced and our learning platform gives you complete flexibility to create your own learning schedule based on your time availability. 

You can access all course materials through the learning platform. You have six months access to your course materials and assessment from the time you enrol.

Have a look at the different course options for each course in the course catalog.

The Diploma in Corporate Governance takes approximately 200 hours in total to complete. This recommended study time correlates to the diploma’s university credit rating for level 7 of the SCQF. The 200 hours can be broken down into the time it takes to complete each of the 10 modules, mandatory reading, various case studies, completing each assessment, and additional reading resources. While additional reading resources are not mandatory, we strongly encourage you to read these as they provide additional context to further your understanding of the subject. 

The diploma is delivered 100% online and self-paced. You can access all course materials through the learning platform. You have six months access to your course materials and assessment from the time you enrol.

The course is a highly practical and interactive experience that includes expert teachings from practitioners in corporate governance.

The Corporate Governance Institute’s Diploma in Corporate Governance is university credit-rated by the Glasgow Caledonian University, a highly-rated UK university. The diploma is recognised at Level 7 on the Scottish Curriculum and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).  Our staff, tutors and courses have been thoroughly vetted and are continually monitored by the university to ensure that we are meeting the highest standards possible. 

More information about the SCQF Level 7 credit rating can be found in the SCQF database.

The course will cover the key principles of company law in common law countries.

These countries include Ireland, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, South Africa, Canada (excluding Quebec), Singapore, Hong Kong and the United States.

The Diploma in Corporate Governance enables existing or potential directors to ask about their specific duties and responsibilities as a director under company law in any common law country.

Yes. While CPD is usually applied by your own awarding body, the Diploma in Corporate Governance should qualify for CPD recognition.

As an example, the Law Society of Ireland (the regulatory body for solicitors in Ireland) states:

“To qualify as CPD, the education/training must relate to law, management and professional development skills or regulatory matters and must be intended to develop the solicitor in his/her professional knowledge, skills and abilities. CPD credit may be claimed for actual time spent in training, minus registration/break times.

Please ensure that the attending solicitors retain suitable proof of CPD (e.g. Certificate of Attendance), as it is required in all instances for solicitors to be credited with CPD.”

Yes, definitely.

We designed this diploma to demystify and define what it means to be a company director and a boardroom leader. You will learn best boardroom practices from company directors who share their experiences and knowledge. The case studies are real-world, practical and full of insights. Your resulting qualification is globally recognised.

This diploma is ideal for the next generation of leaders who wish to make a positive impact at the highest levels of organisations around the world.

Our delegates, and graduates are a multi-talented group of individuals, who come together to share their knowledge of board experience. With access to these delegates and graduates, we are confident that you will find the right board that meets your specific requirements and matches your skillset.

Please contact us to discuss your options.

You’ll be taught by world-class corporate governance experts who have one sole purpose: to educate a new generation of corporate leaders to be a force for good.

Meet our faculty members.

You have six months access to your course material from the time you enrol.

You have six months to complete and submit your assessments from the date you enrol.

When you successfully complete the Diploma in Corporate Governance, you can use the post nominals DipCorpGov on your digital signature and LinkedIn profile.

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