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What is governance and why does it matter?

What is governance and why does it matter? Governance underpins the entire management of an organisation — whether it’s a business, charity, or public service provider.
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Build and develop your career in governance. Top up your skills, further your knowledge, earn CPD hours, or study for a new qualification with the help of our career and learning resources and courses. We have a long-standing history of training and developing governance professionals from all over the globe. Our network of trainers is world-class, with a unique mix of technical knowledge and professional experience, from across every sector and jurisdiction. You don’t have to be a CGIUKI member to use our training. But if you are a member, you'll get a discount on our virtual, in-person and online training courses.
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