The premier qualifying organisation for Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals

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The gold standard credential for Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals

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years of history

130

years of history

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local institutes

Established in 1891 under Royal Charter, we enable organisations to unlock the value of good governance for long-term success and resilience. We do this through public policy advocacy and by providing globally recognised chartered qualifications and continuous development programmes to Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals.

Membership of The Chartered Governance Institute will distinguish you in your career, equip you with real-time knowledge, link you to an influential global governance organisation and support you with its global presence and network.

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