Press release – Corporate Governance Institute

The Corporate Governance Institute and Duke Corporate Education announce strategic partnership to develop future board members

• The partnership will soon allow corporate leaders worldwide to pursue the Certified Corporate Governance Institute Professional – the crucial new qualification that modern governance demands. 

• It will be delivered through interactive live sessions led by Duke CE’s distinguished educators, leveraging CGI’s extensive education content and expertise in corporate governance

Durham, NC and Dublin, Ireland – Monday, 22nd July 2024 – A ground-breaking partnership aimed at developing the next generation of board members has been signed by two of the biggest names in the field of corporate education and governance.

This strategic collaboration will be the crucial platform directors need to meet toughening governance standards worldwide. It brings together Duke Corporate Education (Duke CE), the premier provider of custom executive education globally, and the Corporate Governance Institute (CGI), the leading corporate governance education and certification standard.

Duke CE is renowned for its innovative and impactful executive education programs tailored to the unique needs of organizations worldwide. CGI is recognized as the referent in online corporate governance education, offering top-tier accredited programs that shape and empower supervisory board members.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Corporate Governance Institute to deliver a program that addresses the evolving needs of today’s business environment,” said Sharmla Chetty, CEO of Duke Corporate Education. “By combining our strengths, we are uniquely positioned to equip board members with the skills and knowledge they need to navigate the complexities of modern governance.”

Ciaran Bollard, CEO of the Corporate Governance Institute, “Our partnership with Duke CE represents a significant step forward in our mission to set the standard for governance education and certification for board members. The Certified Corporate Governance Institute Professional Certificate course will give aspiring and existing board members a globally recognised qualification. Corporate Governance is just the beginning of our partnership, and we look forward to collaborating on many more initiatives.

With the passing of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act of 2023 in the UK and the Corporate Transparency Act of 2021 in the USA, directors must work to new and higher benchmarks than before. Furthermore, the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will impose harmonized standards, with the new reporting obligations coming in between the fiscal years 2024 and 2026, depending on the size of the company. 

Keeping up with these ever-changing trends in global corporate governance will require focus on continuous learning, now more essential than ever for sustained success. 

The first initiative under this partnership is launching a Certificate in Corporate Governance. This cutting-edge program will be delivered through interactive live sessions led by Duke CE’s distinguished educators, leveraging CGI’s extensive expertise in corporate governance. Participants will benefit from a dynamic learning experience that combines Duke CE’s excellence in executive education with CGI’s deep knowledge and practical insights into corporate governance.

With more aware and empowered stakeholders paying close attention to many aspects of board performance, we will see further scrutiny of board quality, effectiveness, and composition. Never has the need for more effective and emboldened boards been higher.

This Certificate in Corporate Governance marks the beginning of an ambitious journey for Duke CE and CGI. Both organizations are committed to continually strengthening their partnership through several upcoming joint initiatives designed to enhance board members’ capabilities and competencies globally.

Please visit the Duke CE and CGI websites for more information about the Certified Certificate in Corporate Governance and other upcoming programs.

Duke Corporate Education (Duke CE) is the premier global provider of custom executive education. For over two decades, Duke CE has been partnering with organizations to create customized learning experiences that drive business results. With a presence in key markets around the world, Duke CE is committed to innovation, excellence, and impact.

The Corporate Governance Institute (CGI) is the global standard in corporate governance education and certification. CGI offers university accredited online programs designed to equip board members with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the areas of corporate governance and ESG (Environmental, social, governance). Through its commitment to excellence and practical insights, CGI sets the standard for governance education worldwide.

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