Further your knowledge and help your organisation performance excel with our range of corporate governance resources.
Think of corporate governance as a toolkit to help management and the board deal with the challenges of running a company.
Corporate governance includes the objective setting process and how goals are pursued in the context of the social, regulatory and market environment. It also focuses on ensuring that stakeholders can have confidence that their trust in the company is well-founded.
We believe that good governance provides the infrastructure to improve the quality of decision making. So, it's not only important for large companies: all companies should have appropriate systems, policies and practices in place.
Ultimately, good quality, ethical decision-making will help you build a sustainable business — and enable you to create long-term value more effectively.
UK Corporate Governance Code
The UK Corporate Governance Code sets out standards of good practice in relation to issues like board composition and development, remuneration, accountability and audit, and relations with shareholders. Overseen by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC), companies with a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange are asked to comply with the code or explain why they have chosen not to.
Irish Corporate Governance Code
This code was created in 2024 and is based on best standards for corporate governance internationally, catering for the specifics of the Irish market and legal environment; the broader EU regulatory regime; and developments in best practice.
Corporate Governance Resources
A collection of guidance and exemplar materials packed with expert advice for corporate governance professionals.
A collection of short explanations of governance fundamentals, ideal for those starting out in governance. Available to all.
Practical, market-focused publications to help you stay on top of key legislation, regulation and best practice.
Corporate Governance Qualifications
This broad, introductory course covers the principles of good governance across many different sectors. 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. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for Affiliate membership of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
This internationally recognised qualification gives you the knowledge and skills needed to advise decision-making authorities on governance-related issues affecting private, voluntary and public sector organisations. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for Affiliate membership of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
There are CGIUKI accredited qualifications, run by other academic institutions. These are:
One-day training courses
This training course will equip you with practical grounding in the principles of corporate governance in the UK.
An in depth look in at the role of boards in delivering good governance, the UK regulatory landscape and key responsibilities for directors.
Develop a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes.
Bespoke training
We can offer tailored training at your place of work at a time that’s convenient for you. We’ll work closely with you to develop a training solution that’s the right fit for your organisation, run by trainers that are experts in their fields who deliver their courses at the highest level.
To find out more about bespoke governance training for your organisation, contact the team on 020 7612 7021 or email twilson@cgi.org.uk.