Introducing the UK and international governance landscape.
Need help?This broad, introductory course covers the principles of good governance across many different sectors. You will develop a strong core knowledge of corporate governance frameworks and codes, and be better placed to navigate governance structures, help mitigate potential issues, and support your organisation. Students who successfully complete the Level 4 Certificate in Corporate Governance qualification are eligible to become Affiliated members and continue to benefit from the knowledge and support of our governance and compliance community.
This programme is open entry, with no prior qualifications required, and suitable if you are living or working in the UK or internationally.
This is suitable if you work in the private or other sectors in governance support roles and have received no formal or structured training. It is suitable if you want to refresh your knowledge of corporate governance codes and practices. It is also appropriate if you are an international student looking to improve your knowledge and understanding of good governance practices.
Particular job roles may include:
This qualification will help you better understand:
There are four modules covering the following topic areas:
Detailed information on the syllabus, a sample exam paper and an extract from the study text are available in the qualification Discovery Pack.
The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland recommends approximately 200 hours study time for the course across 6-9 months.
Assessment of the course is via one exam (3 hours with 15 minutes reading time) and can be taken in June each year. The exam paper contains a mixture of short- and extended-answer questions with a pass mark of 50%.
When registering for the course you must select an exam session.
Study with one of our tuition partners. These offer different tuition options to suit your situation and budget, including distance learning, face-to-face classes and blended learning. Learn more about our tuition partners. Learn more about our tuition partners.
Make your own way through the programme using your syllabus, study text, sample papers and webinars.
An electronic copy of the study text is given to you when your qualification registration is approved, however, you can purchase a hard copy from the bookshop.
The fee for this qualification is £1,663.
This includes:
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Download the Discovery Pack to get an in-depth understanding of what's involved in the Certificate in Corporate Governance. You can also: