This short course addresses current developments and issues faced by the Governance Professional or Company Secretary. It is ideal for students studying any of the CGI Qualifying Programme modules or just for interest.
course Content
7 sections•19 lessons
Introduction to Modern Governance Challenges3 lessons
1The Evolving Role of the Governance Professional
2Understanding the Polycrisis: Interconnected Risks in the Boardroom
3Strategic Thinking for Governance: From Drift to Design
Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Risks for Governance4 lessons
1AI Fundamentals for Governance Professionals
2AI in the Boardroom: Enhancing and Challenging Governance
3AI and Compliance: Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Considerations
4AI in Finance, Law, and Risk Management
Cybersecurity and Digital Resilience3 lessons
1Cybersecurity as a Board-Level Governance Issue
2Building Operational Resilience and Compliance
3Developing a Cyber-Resilient Board
Geopolitical Risk and the Global Boardroom2 lessons
1Geopolitical Volatility: Trends and Boardroom Impacts
2Managing Geopolitical and Political Risks
ESG, Greenwashing, and Sustainability in Governance2 lessons
1ESG: From Compliance to Strategic Value
2Greenwashing: Risks, Scandals, and Regulatory Response
Culture, Whistleblowing, and Board Accountability2 lessons
1Corporate Culture and the Governance Professional
2Whistleblowing: Protections, Pitfalls, and Board Responsibilities
The Future of Governance: Skills, Strategy, and Adaptation3 lessons
1Board Composition and Digital Expertise
2Strategic Risk-Taking and Innovation in Governance
3Course Synthesis: Immediate Actions and Long-Term Vision