Diploma in Corporate Governance

Course level : ICA Diplomas

Enhance your career as a director and develop the practical knowledge, insight and global mindset to be a great board director. We have partnered with the Corporate Governance Institute to bring you this diploma for aspiring directors, existing directors and executives in leadership roles. Learn in a flexible way, at a pace that suits you.

This qualification is designed and delivered by directors and governance professionals for directors. At the end of the course, you will:

clearly understand how boards function and your role as a director
have the tools and competence to make an impact in the boardroom
know how to evaluate a board before joining one

The course gives you the opportunity to join a diverse network of senior executives and directors to exchange ideas and experiences.

Here is a three-minute preview of what’s on the course:

What will I learn?

The comprehensive syllabus lets you learn what you need to know to become a successful company director. The topics covered are:

Introduction to corporate governance
Gain a clear understanding of the world of corporate governance, the principles which underpin it, global trends and the role it plays in contemporary business.
Governance architecture
Learn that the governance structure of every organisation is unique, given its heritage and culture and how to build a best practice governance structure.
The governance handbook
The Board Governance Handbook is the document that defines an organisation roles, policies, procedures and other basic board documentation.
The company director
You will learn about the duties and responsibilities to be a competent director with the appropriate mindset to make a real impact in the boardroom.
Effective reporting
This module clearly explains, in detail, the information and supporting processes that directors require to perform their role and how they relate to effective reporting.
Culture
This module explains the importance of aligning the culture of the board with the organisation and its strategy and how to influence company culture.
Financial matters
This module will help you interpret the financial statements that you will have to master as a director and help you ask the right questions.
Strategy
This module will help you to understand the tools used, the strategy development and implementation processes and the board’s role.
Risk
This module ensures that you, as a director, can provide the proper oversight of risk in the organisation and ask intelligent questions.
Evaluating performance
This module clearly explains how to initiate and implement evaluations of the board, directors, and CEO on either an internal or external basis.
The non-executive director
This module will help you formulate a systematic approach to your career plan to become or progress as a director or non-executive director.

Is this course right for me?

The course is designed to demystify and define what it means to be a director and a boardroom leader. You will learn best boardroom practices from directors who share their experiences and knowledge. The case studies are real-world, practical and full of insights.

The diploma is ideal for existing directors, aspiring directors, and executives in leadership roles.

Course format

Online, self paced
11 modules
Three assessments with objective questions (e.g. multiple choice)
Features world-leading industry practitioners in corporate governance

Course fees


per currency depending on location
GBP	3995

As a delegate of the Diploma in Corporate Governance, you have free access to membership of the Corporate Governance Institute. Supplement your learning by: