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The Corporate Governance Institute is a leading educational technology company, specialising in education and certification of the next generation directors and board members.

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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.

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New ed-tech partnership highlights the importance of governance training.

The Corporate Governance Institute (CGI) is strategically partnering with leading specialised career package provider, Acacia Training, to provide game-changing corporate governance education to Acacia clients’ career development.

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Only swift and radical reform can overturn this shoddy governance

In this opinion piece for the Sunday Times, CGI CEO David Duffy discusses the governance errors on display at RTE, Ireland’s state broadcaster, as a payments scandal unfolds.

Company execs used to trumpet their diversity and climate efforts. Now not so much

In this interview with CNN, David Duffy says that companies are also pulling back because they’re afraid they’ll be called out for a lack of substance to their claims.

How the next generation is breaking into boardrooms

More businesses are offering apprenticeships to diversify the pool of future directors and director training like the Diploma in Corporate Governance is essential for aspiring directors. 

The cult of the celebrity CEO

Using Elon Musk as a textbook, David W Duffy discusses why celebrity CEOs exhibit terrible governance policies. Leaders of any kind need mentors and critical voices around them to ensure good governance of a company.

How EDI conversations have changed because of ESG

In People Management magazine, David Duffy explores the ways business goals around both ESG and EDI can overlap, and how discussion around these topics has evolved.

The case for ESG and why the USA is in danger of getting it wrong

Despite the recent backlash in some US states, ESG is a vital tool for investors, companies, and society as a whole, says David Duffy, CEO and co-founder of the Corporate Governance Institute in Environmental Journal. 

Firms make ‘dizzying and contradictory’ claims

David Duffy, chief executive officer of the CGI, said the reaction from businesses to the government’s net-zero regulations would depend on their intentions.

The boardroom of the future – Nasdaq.com

The Nasdaq Centre for Board Excellence’s ‘Boardroom of the Future’ series discusses the changes that will affect the composition, mission and expectations of the boardroom in the to meet the needs of evolving stakeholders.

Chesamel partners with the Corporate Governance Institute

The partnership will provide access to university-recognised diplomas in corporate governance and ESG (environmental, social and governance) and a comprehensive set of certificate courses to navigate the governance landscape.

ESG is the future of business transformation

Marketing and Business Transformation consultancy Chesamel has announced its partnership with the Corporate Governance Institute (CGI), the leading provider of corporate governance education.

Why celebrity CEOs are a corporate governance risk

Investors need to pay more attention to ensure governance controls are in place in companies with celebrity business leaders such as Elon Musk. This story appeared in Citywire Selector.

ESG is the future of business transformation

Marketing and Business Transformation consultancy Chesamel has announced its partnership with the Corporate Governance Institute (CGI), the leading provider of corporate governance education.

ICA and CGI partner to educate and empower international directors

As the world’s leading provider of governance education and certification for directors, the Corporate Governance Institute has partnered with The International Compliance Association (ICA).

Getting in shape to be a great director

Tom Burroughes, group editor of WealthBriefing interviews David W Duffy, CEO of the Corporate Governance Institute on how to prepare to be a compliant director in today’s difficult world.

Four in five companies would take regulatory penalties to avoid sustainability initiatives

The majority (82 per cent) of companies admit they would accept regulatory penalties to avoid taking on sustainability initiatives, despite most seeing it as a high priority. Where does this leave ESG?

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Corporate governance venture aims to change boardrooms for the better

The institute aims to establish a global standard in corporate governance and become a world leader in the provision of education to the biggest companies in the world.

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Boyden Ireland and the Corporate Governance Institute collaborate

Boyden co-hosted an event at the Royal Dublin Society with the Corporate Governance Institute to share insight and counsel on transitioning from an executive to a non-executive role.

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The Corporate Governance Institute raises €2m funding

The Corporate Governance Institute, a globally-focused business that provides education, training and certification for board members, has secured a €2m investment from the Davy EIIS Fund.

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How can a board oversee a healthy culture of diversity?

In Compliance Monitor magazine, David Duffy outlines the principles of an effective diversity strategy.

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Celebrity status is always bad for corporate governance

Elon Musk’s tumultuous takeover of Twitter shows why the spotlight is never good for governance.

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Corporate governance venture aims to change boardrooms for the better

The institute aims to establish a global standard in corporate governance and become a world leader in the provision of education to the biggest companies in the world.

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Corporate Governance Institute to create 20 new jobs to fuel expansion

Edtech start-up the Corporate Governance Institute has announced its plans to create 20 new jobs. The company’s hiring plan is part of a broader €2m investment strategy.

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Ireland must shake off scandals to be boardroom standards leader

An Enterprise Ireland-backed company aims to “democratise” corporate governance training for board directors at home and abroad through online courses.

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EIIS Fund Backs Corporate Governance Institute

The Corporate Governance Institute provides education and certification for board members and offers a Diploma in Corporate Governance which sapans ESG, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and company secretary.

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The Corporate Governance Institute raises €2m funding

The company is a ‘digital-first’ edtech business with all courses available online. David W Duffy, said the process of becoming a certified board member has been slow to embrace new and updated technologies.

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Better Governance Is Key to Avoiding New UK Fraud Sanctions

If the UK Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill passes, both intentional and unintentional tax fraud will be a crime. David W. Duffy argues is essential to have an informed, engaged board.

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