Upcoming Courses

As territories around the world are introducing AI legislation, e.g. the EU AI Act, this masterclass covers the essential responsibilities that the secretariat and Board have around compliance of AI. We examine the AI legislative horizon and what needs to be in place for operational AI governance and for boardroom oversight. Furthermore, it will address how AI requires the co-ordination of Legal, Risk, and Ethics. If not properly managed, these matters will slow down AI deployments. Learn how to ensure there is co-ordinated effort to manage AI across these critical functions, to ensure AI deployments are a success.

This course is to transform professionals who have suddenly found themselves wearing “two hats” into confident, credible and effective Company Secretaries.

Subsidiary Governance Essentials: Laying the Foundations for Effective Oversight

This course provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to risk management.

Master effective communications with Boards and senior executives and build a trusted advisor profile — moving from the shadows to credible influencer. Navigate grey areas: politics, conflicts, confidentiality, and legal privilege. Demonstrate presence and impact when speaking, drafting, and advising. Anticipate and shape conversations at the most senior levels.

In today’s complex landscape, boards are under increasing pressure to not only meet legal obligations but to lead with integrity, inclusivity, and vision. This one-day workshop challenges senior leaders to reimagine the boardroom as a driver of equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion (EEDI) - not as a checkbox, but as a strategic advantage.

Unlock your leadership potential with this practical course in people management. Designed for aspiring and newly appointed managers, this course covers the essential skills needed to lead individuals and teams effectively within a governance-focused environment. During the course you'll have access to proven strategies to manage performance, apply feedback and appraisal cycles confidently, and handle the transition from peer to leader with professionalism. Ideal for those working in structured, policy-driven contexts - this course builds the mindset, skills, and confidence to manage people with impact, integrity, and clarity.

This essential half-day programme is specifically designed for individuals newly appointed to the role of Company Secretary, as well as those providing company secretarial support within organisations incorporated under Irish company law. Effective company secretaries are more valuable than ever. But that value depends on up-to-date skills, contacts and expertise.

This course provides an overview of AI and Generative AI for governance professionals. How does AI within the enterprise compare to the consumer AI applications that are available on personal devices? This will build confidence in your understanding of AI and ability to discuss with colleagues.

Master the art of preparing and filing Annual Reports in compliance with UK legal and regulatory standards. This practical, hands-on 1-day training course is designed for professionals who want to confidently prepare Annual Reports for UK-incorporated companies. Whether you're new to Annual Reporting or seeking to sharpen your skills, you'll leave with a comprehensive toolkit and actionable insights to streamline your reporting process.

This masterclass explores the current "noise" around AI and how to sift through emotion and opinion and arrive at a foundational approach to AI for the whole board. It explores how to work with board members around the framing of AI, have AI on the agenda and develop a robust approach to AI reporting across the business.

What are the pitfalls of deploying AI when it comes to privacy, security, IP and discoverability? This masterclass allows company secretaries and Board members to do a deep dive into AI, when looking at ways to use AI to innovate within the secretariat.