Overview
AI is reshaping how governance teams operate - but deploying it effectively requires careful navigation of privacy, security, intellectual property, and organisational risk. For company secretaries and board leaders, the challenge is understanding not only what AI can do, but how to introduce it responsibly, safely, and strategically.
This advanced masterclass provides a deep dive into AI deployment within the Secretariat. It equips governance professionals with the insight, frameworks, and practical steps needed to introduce AI tools while overcoming internal hurdles and maintaining trust across the organisation.
What you'll learn
This course is designed to help Secretariat teams and board‑facing professionals explore the practical realities of deploying AI in a governance environment. Beyond the conceptual understanding of AI, delegates examine the legal, ethical, security, and operational challenges that often delay or block adoption.
It focuses on identifying high‑impact, low‑risk opportunities for AI within Secretariat workflows - such as meeting preparation, document summarisation, reporting efficiencies, and stakeholder engagement. Delegates will learn how to build a structured deployment roadmap, collaborate effectively with legal, risk, and IT teams, and develop a balanced hybrid approach that preserves human judgment while unlocking meaningful efficiencies.
Delegates leave with the tools, language, and confidence to drive responsible AI innovation within their organisations.
Who is it for?
This course is ideal for:
- Company Secretaries and governance leaders
- Secretariat and board support teams
- Professionals ready to deploy AI within their workflows
- Governance teams facing internal resistance from legal, ethics, or risk functions
- Individuals seeking to model best practice and lead by example in organisational AI adoption
No technical AI expertise is required - only a willingness to engage with AI’s organisational implications.
How much does it cost?
Course costs (ex VAT)
Non-member - £425
Professional subscriber - £380
Member - £340
*A discount is available for registered charities, please email training@cgi.org.uk.
For any related enquiries please contact us at training@cgi.org.uk, or call us at +44 (0)20 7580 4741
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You will also receive:
- A delegate pack containing comprehensive course notes and presentation slides
- Digital AI deployment plan template
- A certificate to show you have attended the course
- 4 hours credit towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
People who take this course often progress to book:
- GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guide for Company Secretaries and Boards
- GRAD 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass
- GRAD 4 - AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass
- Board & Committees – how to build an effective governance framework
- Charity Chairing Workshop
- Introduction to Subsidiary Governance
People who take this course often go on to book:
- The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two
- Introduction to Corporate Governance
- Essential Corporate Governance
- Company Secretarial Practice for PLCs
- Introduction to Subsidiary Governance
Attendees from this course often go on to study the CGI’s Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme.
Useful CGI Resources:
- The Company Secretary's Checklists
- The Company Secretary's Handbook
- A wealth of further information and guidance on Company Secretarial practices can be found in our Resources.
Competency framework
This course aligns to CGI’s competency framework: Emerging/Established
Use the competency framework to identify your strengths and areas for improvement in governance.
Related Courses
GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guide for Company Secretaries and Boards
GRAD 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass