DescAnyone is eligible to apply, but the programme rises to Level 7 (equivalent to postgraduate degree level) in the final stages. Our students range from entry-level to established professionals, some already working in governance as company secretaries and others transitioning from legal, financial, compliance and risk careers.

The entire programme can take up to five years to complete. However, we offer alternative entry routes for those with relevant education or professional experience. For example, a professional with five years of relevant experience may achieve the qualifying programme within one year via the fast-track professional entry route.

On successful completion of the programme you will receive Grad status which is your first step on the road to achieving Chartered status.

DescriptioThe programme is divided into two levels, Part One and Part Two.

Students with a law, finance or governance background may be able to start at Part One at Level 6 (equivalent to final year undergraduate level). We highly recommend studying and taking examinations in the following order: Company Law, Company Compliance and Administration, Interpreting Financial and Accounting Information, Corporate Governance.

This will allow exposure to governance practice through experience as you progress within your career, making your preparation for the last module of Part One - Corporate Governance - more meaningful and consequently less challenging to study. Once you have completed Part One, you can move onto Part Two at Level 7 (equivalent to postgraduate degree level), developing commercial understanding through the study of risk, strategy and board dynamics. 

Description teNo pre-study is required for direct enrollment onto the Qualifying Programme, however we recommend that students have studied to level 4 or above in a related field or have five years or more experience in a related role. Specific examples are:

• CGI Foundation Programme

• HND in Law or Accounting;

• HND or degree in Business Studies or Business Management;

• CGI Level 5 Diploma in International Finance and Administration (IFA);

• CGI Level 5 Diploma in Offshore Finance and Administration (DOFA); or

• an 'unrelated' degree (i.e. anything other than law, finance or business) and five years’ or more experience in a company secretarial or governance professional related role

Law Degree Entry

If you have a degree in law, you may be exempt from the Company Law module.

Finance Degree Entry

If you have a degree in finance, you may be exempt from the Finance module. 

MBA Entry

If you hold an MBA, you can start at Part One and can supply your transcript so we can assess you for any further exemptions.

Law Degree and Finance Degree Entry

If you have a degree in law and a degree in finance, you may be exempt from the Company Law module and the Finance module.

Item desProfessionals working in law or finance (for less than five years) may be eligible for exemption from two qualifying programme modules.

Law Professional Entry

If you are a lawyer working in a relevant role and a current member of one of the following professional bodies relevant to your jurisdiction, you may be exempt from the Company Law and Strategy modules:

• The Bar Council

• The Law Society

• Or equivalent, compliant with the Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme Regulations.

Finance Professional Entry

If you are a qualified accountant working in a relevant role and a current member of one of the following professional bodies relevant to your jurisdiction, you may be exempt from the Finance and Strategy modules:

• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

• Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)

• Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland (ICAI)

• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

• Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)

• Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA Ireland)

Item descriptiAs a qualified professional with more than five years post-qualifying experience (PQE), you can become qualified in a year or less. Our fast-track route recognises your knowledge and experience. It typically requires the completion of just two modules, Corporate Governance and Risk Management. Although, some professionals will be required to study Boardroom Dynamics as their second module.

The Chartered Governance Institute has a special arrangement with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators Nigeria (ICSAN), where members of these Institutes can study the qualifying programme and be exempt from certain modules. 

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)

If you are a current Associate or Fellow of ICSI with a minimum of two years’ relevant experience/training, you may be exempt from up to four modules from the full qualifying programme. You would only be required to complete: Company Law, Corporate Governance and Risk Management.  

The Institute of Company Secretaries and Administrators Nigeria (ICSAN)

If you are a current member of ICSAN and completed your final exam after November 2011, you may be exempt from five modules and would be required to complete: Corporate Governance and Risk Management

DesBacked by a Royal Charter, this prestigious accolade demonstrates that you have exceptional management and leadership skills. Pursuing Chartered Manager status highlights your commitment to continuing professional development and your professional expertise to employers and peers.

Plus, you’ll also have access to thousands of CMI’s online tools and resources to support your ongoing development and career progression

These qualifications are designed for practising middle managers and leaders at operations, division, departmental or specialist level, who are typically accountable to a senior manager or business owner. The primary role of a practising or aspiring manager and leader is to lead and manage individuals and teams to deliver the aims and objectives in line with the organisational strategy.

Description text goAward is the shortest and most concise qualification - typically takes between one and three months

• Certificate provides a broad base of knowledge and skills - typically takes between three and six months

• Diploma provides a comprehensive and extensive programme of learning - typically taking between six and 12 months

Written assignments of approx 3500 words. Each assignment carries a number of credits (see link below)

CMI qualifications consist of units, which have a credit value that tells you roughly how long it takes to complete - one credit represents about 10 hours work. 

• Awards are 4 to 10 credits (40 to 100 hours learning)

• Certificates are 13 to 20 credits (130 to 200 hours learning)

• Diplomas are 37 or more credits (370 or more hours learning)

Introduction to Bookkeeping

Investment Bookkeeping

Introduction to Accounting

Reviewing Financial Statements intro/intermediate

Introduction to Offshore Trusts and Administration

Introduction to Offshore Companies and Administration

Introduction to Private Equity

Fund Accounting Principles

Fund Type, Structure and Set Up

Finance in private equity

Understanding Private Equity

The Investment Process

Measuring and Analysing Fund Performance

Valuation of Investments 

Overview of Types of Funds and Fund Structures

Fundamentals of Fund Administration

Introduction to Securities and Derivatives

Introduction to Investments

Business Communication & Report Writing

Time Management & Productivity

Leadership & Team Management

Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

Customer Service Excellence

Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking

Presentation & Public Speaking Skills

Project Management Essentials