Overview
This essential half-day programme is tailored for newly appointed Company Secretaries and company secretarial support staff working within organisations incorporated under Irish company law.
In today’s evolving governance landscape, the role of the Company Secretary is more critical than ever. Their value lies in maintaining current knowledge, cultivating strong professional networks, and demonstrating expertise across key areas of compliance and governance. This course serves as a comprehensive introduction for those new to the role, and offers a valuable refresher for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their contribution and strategic impact.
Course Costs - €200 + VAT
For any related enquiries please contact us at training@cgi.org.uk, or call us at +44 (0)20 7580 4741
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, you will understand:
- Introduction to the relevant company law in Ireland and types of entity
- Role of the Secretary and the other members of the Board
- The statutory records you must keep
- Introduction to basic precedents
- What goes to the Companies Registration Office
You will also receive:
- A delegate pack containing comprehensive course notes and presentation slides
- A certificate to show you have attended the course
- 4 hours credit towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- A PDF version of Company Secretary’s Checklist: Ireland
People who take this course often go on to book:
- The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two
- 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: Entry/Emerging
Use the competency framework to identify your strengths and areas for improvement in governance.