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GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guides for Company Secretaries and Boards

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Friday 5 September 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guides for Company Secretaries and Boards

Essential Charity Governance

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Monday 8 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Essential Charity Governance

Board & Committees – How to Build an Effective Governance Framework

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Tuesday 9 September 2025 9:30AM - 1:15PM

This course will provide practical techniques for you to identify the optimal board and committee structure for your organisation. It will equip you with the skills to identify the right board and committee members and to ensure your directors are supported so they can perform their role effectively.

Role of Non-Executive Directors

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Tuesday 9 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Role of Non-Executive Directors

Document Retention: Data & AI Compliance – Course Outline

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Wednesday 10 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:00PM

Navigating the Digital Deluge: Strategic Document Retention in the GDPR & AI Era

Effective Minute Taking

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Thursday 11 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:45PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Ethics, Leadership and Governance

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Thursday 11 September 2025 5:30PM - 6:30PM

An in person session to consider the relationship between ethics, leadership and governance and how these impact governance professionals in their day to day roles.

GRAD 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 12 September 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass

Strategic ESG: Driving Impact and Value

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 15 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

This course supports anyone with governance responsibilities to understand the ESG agenda from different stakeholder perspectives, to see how ESG practice and reporting is continuing to evolve and to develop ways to integrate ESG into their organisation’s strategy, governance and reporting. Participants will build their understanding of the ESG landscape, how ESG can be embedded in their organisation’s governance structures, which aspects of ESG are material to their organisation, the role of data and how to bring together different aspects of ESG to deliver a cohesive and comprehensive approach.

Subsidiary Governance Conference 2025

Bankside Hotel , 2 Blackfriars Rd, Upper Ground , , , London , N/A , SE1 9JU

Tuesday 16 September 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM

This year, the Chartered Governance Institute’s Subsidiary Governance Conference is back to explore the evolving landscape currently impacting parent and subsidiary companies. By investigating a range of geopolitical, economic, legal and regulatory issues, this event aims to better equip participants with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate these complex governance challenges. The conference will be held in person at Bankside Hotel, 2 Blackfriars Rd, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9JU on 16 September 2025 with a comprehensive programme of keynote presentations, insightful panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.

Governance Essentials: Entities, Rules & Compliance

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Tuesday 16 September 2025 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Governance Essentials: Entities, Rules & Compliance Overview of entity types (Company, GP/ LP. LLP, Trust, Unit Trust, REIT, ICC, PCC and Foundations)

Effective Minute Taking (Face-to-Face) Ireland

KPMG , 1 Stokes Place , , , Dublin , -- Non-UK -- , D02 DE03

Tuesday 16 September 2025 9:30AM - 5:00PM

EMT Ireland

AI For Governance Professionals and how AI can be harnessed as a tool

Launchpad Douglas , Hillary House , Prospect Hill , , Douglas , Isle of Man , IM1 1EQ

Tuesday 16 September 2025 1:00PM - 1:45PM

How AI is developing as a tool for governance community, its pitfalls and how to control the beast.

Charity Chairing Workshop

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Tuesday 16 September 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM

This virtual workshop is designed for the Chairs of charity Boards, and/ or Board-level Committees. The workshop focuses not just on the practical side of chairing, but also in understanding the human dynamics and behaviours that can support Chairs in developing their unique approach to role modelling and leading an effective and impactful Board.

The Essential “V” in Governance

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Tuesday 16 September 2025 6:00PM - 7:30PM

Values play a crucial role in shaping the behaviour, culture, and performance of individuals and institutions within the public, private and third sector. These values serve as guiding principles to ensure we act ethically, responsibly, and in the best interest of the public. Here's why values are essential in the public sector: How do we drive accountability that evaluates ownership for our decisions?

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Wednesday 17 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Company Secretarial Practice for PLCs

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Thursday 18 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:00PM

Company Secretarial Practice for PLCs

Social and Networking Night

The Northern Market , 12 Great George Street , , , Leeds , , LS1 3ED

Thursday 18 September 2025 5:00PM - 7:30PM

The Yorkshire and Humber Branch are hosting a social and networking event in Leeds. The night promises to provide you with opportunities to mix and mingle with other Governance professionals from across the city and region. The venue provides a variety of food and drink vendors and is centrally located, under the City Library and opposite the Civic Hall.

Leadership development and succession planning

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Thursday 18 September 2025 5:30PM - 9:00PM

Succession planning and leadership development are critical for building a resilient, sustainable business. We all understand that we live in an age of rapid technological, social and economic change. Add geopolitical turmoil and its geo-strategic impacts, and you have a recipe for uncertainty and rapid change – perhaps even chaos. What can organisations do to ensure they’re in the best possible position to meet emerging challenges and unexpected events in a complex, ever-evolving business and political environment?

GRAD 3 - Deploying AI in the Secretariat: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 19 September 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 3 – Deploying AI in the Secretariat: Masterclass

Effective People Management: Skills for New & Aspiring Governance Managers

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 22 September 2025 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Mastering Management, including Appraisals and Feedback Cycles - Introduction to People Management

Effective Time Management Skills

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 22 September 2025 2:00PM - 5:00PM

Toolkit for Conflicting Deadlines (Introduction to Task/ Caseload and Time Management)

Role of the Director

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Tuesday 23 September 2025 9:30AM - 3:15PM

Role of the Director

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two

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Wednesday 24 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two

Effective Minute Taking

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Thursday 25 September 2025 9:30AM - 4:45PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

GRAD 4 - AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 26 September 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 4 – AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass

Building Your Governance Career 30.09.2025

Ernst & Young (EY) , 1 More London Place , London Bridge , , London , N/A , SE1 2AF

Tuesday 30 September 2025 9:00AM - 12:00PM

A governance professional can wear many hats, and having the right skill set to progress in your career is crucial for achieving success and enhancing job satisfaction. To build a career in governance a combination of education, skills, experience, networking, and a passion for promoting ethical practices and effective decision-making within organisations is required. Who is this event for? Join us for an empowering half-day summit designed exclusively for Graduates, new Associates, and early-career professionals venturing into the world of governance. Discover valuable insights and strategies to unleash your potential and pave a successful path in governance. Connect with like-minded peers, gain CPD points and build networks that will support your journey as emerging governance professionals.

Company Secretarial Practice for Support Staff

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Wednesday 1 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Company Secretarial Practice for Support Staff

Essential Board Performance Reviews

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Thursday 2 October 2025 9:30AM - 3:00PM

Essential Board Performance Reviews

Governance North 2025

etc Venues Manchester , 11 Portland Street , , , Manchester , N/A , M1 3HU

Tuesday 7 October 2025 9:00AM - 5:00PM

The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland are delighted to return this year with the Governance North conference to Manchester on 7 October 2025. This one-day conference offers insights, debate and networking for governance professionals in the North of England. Don’t miss out and book your place today.

Advanced Minute Taking

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Tuesday 7 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Advanced Minute Taking

Risk Governance and Leadership Masterclass

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Wednesday 8 October 2025 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Risk Governance and Leadership Masterclass

Effective Minute Taking

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Thursday 9 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:45PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Effective People Management: Skills for New & Aspiring Governance Managers

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 10 October 2025 9:30AM - 12:30PM

Mastering Management, including Appraisals and Feedback Cycles - Introduction to People Management

Effective Time Management Skills

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 10 October 2025 2:00PM - 5:00PM

Toolkit for Conflicting Deadlines (Introduction to Task/ Caseload and Time Management)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fundamentals – Part 1

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Monday 13 October 2025 9:30AM - 12:30PM

Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for board – Part 1

Introduction to Corporate Governance

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Tuesday 14 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Introduction to Corporate Governance

Investments: Future scanning and upcoming expectations

Launchpad Douglas , Hillary House , Prospect Hill , , Douglas , Isle of Man , IM1 1EQ

Tuesday 14 October 2025 1:00PM - 1:45PM

Future scanning and blue sky thinking, to get a ahead of the curve rather than an overview of the recent market.

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

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Wednesday 15 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Governance Guernsey 2025

St. Pierre Park Hotel Spa & Golf Resort , Rohais , , , St. Peter Port , -- Non-UK -- , GY1 1FD

Thursday 16 October 2025 9:00AM - 4:30PM

Governance Guernsey returns this October as the must-attend event for governance professionals on the island. Join us for a dynamic day of insights and innovation, where delegates will hear from expert speakers tackling the most pressing challenges facing the Channel Islands. Discover cutting-edge solutions, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and take advantage of extensive networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders.

Risk Management Fundamentals Masterclass

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Thursday 16 October 2025 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Risk Management Fundamentals Masterclass

Governance Essentials: Entities, Rules & Compliance

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 17 October 2025 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Governance Essentials: Entities, Rules & Compliance Overview of entity types (Company, GP/ LP. LLP, Trust, Unit Trust, REIT, ICC, PCC and Foundations)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fundamentals – Part 2

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 20 October 2025 9:30AM - 12:30PM

Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion fundamentals - Part 2

Role of Non-Executive Directors

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Tuesday 21 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Role of Non-Executive Directors

Networking Coffee Group

House of Books & Friends , Ground Floor left , 81 King Street , , Manchester , N/A , M2 4AH

Tuesday 21 October 2025 9:30AM - 11:00AM

The CGIUKI North West branch would like to invite you to a networking coffee group we are hosting on 21st October 2025. Join us in a relaxing environment to informally meet and chat with others within the local CGIUKI network. Have a coffee and share stories, skills, knowledge and expertise. Guests are welcome. We hope you can join us.

Technical Briefing Live!

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Tuesday 21 October 2025 12:30PM - 1:30PM

Join us in this 1 hour lunchtime webinar hosted by Peter Swabey FCG, Policy and Research Director at CGIUKI as we discuss the latest updates on regulatory developments.

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two

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Wednesday 22 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two

Effective Minute Taking

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Thursday 23 October 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Essential Corporate Governance

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Tuesday 4 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Essential Corporate Governance

Strategy Away Days: How to make them successful and things to avoid

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Tuesday 4 November 2025 5:30PM - 7:00PM

A virtual panel session on how to host and get the most out of strategy away days, things to avoid and any red flags to be aware of including a Q&A with the panel.

CGIUKI Annual Awards 2025

Royal Lancaster Hotel , Lancaster Terrace , , , London , N/A , W2 2TY

Tuesday 4 November 2025 6:00PM - 12:00AM

The CGIUKI Awards ceremony is the largest event of its kind in the UK and a highlight of the governance social calendar. Each year, the Awards recognise and celebrate excellence in governance and reporting, rewarding the work and achievements of companies, teams and individuals from across the governance profession.

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

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Wednesday 5 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Effective Minute Taking

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Thursday 6 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:45PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guides for Company Secretaries and Boards

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 7 November 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guides for Company Secretaries and Boards

AI Governance Mastery Series

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 7 November 2025 10:00AM - 5:00PM

A collection of AI Training Courses

Strategic ESG: Driving Impact and Value

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 10 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

This course supports anyone with governance responsibilities to understand the ESG agenda from different stakeholder perspectives, to see how ESG practice and reporting is continuing to evolve and to develop ways to integrate ESG into their organisation’s strategy, governance and reporting. Participants will build their understanding of the ESG landscape, how ESG can be embedded in their organisation’s governance structures, which aspects of ESG are material to their organisation, the role of data and how to bring together different aspects of ESG to deliver a cohesive and comprehensive approach.

Advanced Minute Taking

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Monday 10 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Advanced Minute Taking

Essential Charity Governance

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Tuesday 11 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Essential Charity Governance

Introduction to Subsidiary Governance

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Tuesday 11 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Introduction to Subsidiary Governance

The Role of the Charity Secretary

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Wednesday 12 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Charity Secretary

Effective Minute Taking

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Thursday 13 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:45PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

GRAD 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 14 November 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass

Role of Non-Executive Directors

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Tuesday 18 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:15PM

Role of Non-Executive Directors

Governance & Risk Management in Pillar 1 of the Sustainable Finance Roadmap

Launchpad Douglas , Hillary House , Prospect Hill , , Douglas , Isle of Man , IM1 1EQ

Tuesday 18 November 2025 1:00PM - 1:45PM

In support of the publication of recent guidance by the Isle of Man Financial Supervision Authority on sustainable finance and the regulated sectors.

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Wednesday 19 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Role of the Director

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Thursday 20 November 2025 9:30AM - 3:15PM

Role of the Director

GRAD 3 - Deploying AI in the Secretariat: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 21 November 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 3 – Deploying AI in the Secretariat: Masterclass

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two

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Wednesday 26 November 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part Two

Chairing Meetings Effectively

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Thursday 27 November 2025 9:00AM - 4:30PM

Chairing Meetings Effectively

GRAD 4 - AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 28 November 2025 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 4 – AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Zoom , Link sent in joining instructions , , , . , -- Non-UK -- , .

Wednesday 3 December 2025 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Company Secretary - Part One

Effective Minute Taking

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Thursday 4 December 2025 9:30AM - 4:45PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Effective Minute Taking

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Thursday 15 January 2026 9:30AM - 4:15PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Technical Briefing Live! - 2026

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Thursday 15 January 2026 12:30PM - 1:30PM

Join us in this lunchtime webinar hosted by Peter Swabey FCG, Policy and Research Director at CGIUKI as we discuss with David Mortimer (Head of External Affairs) the results of the Boardroom Bellwether and the CGI's external affairs activities which will be followed by all the hot topics governance professionals are talking about and need to know.

Role of the Director

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Tuesday 20 January 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Role of the Director

GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guides for Company Secretaries and Boards

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 23 January 2026 9:30AM - 2:15PM

GRAD 1 - Navigating AI: A Guides for Company Secretaries and Boards

Advanced Minute Taking

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 26 January 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Advanced Minute Taking

Role of Non-Executive Directors

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Tuesday 27 January 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Role of Non-Executive Directors

GRAD 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 30 January 2026 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 2 – AI Discussions in the Boardroom: Masterclass

The Role of the Charity Secretary

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 2 February 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

The Role of the Charity Secretary

Effective Minute Taking

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Tuesday 3 February 2026 9:30AM - 4:15PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Strategic ESG: Driving Impact and Value

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Thursday 5 February 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

This course supports anyone with governance responsibilities to understand the ESG agenda from different stakeholder perspectives, to see how ESG practice and reporting is continuing to evolve and to develop ways to integrate ESG into their organisation’s strategy, governance and reporting. Participants will build their understanding of the ESG landscape, how ESG can be embedded in their organisation’s governance structures, which aspects of ESG are material to their organisation, the role of data and how to bring together different aspects of ESG to deliver a cohesive and comprehensive approach.

GRAD 3 - Deploying AI in the Secretariat: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 6 February 2026 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 3 – Deploying AI in the Secretariat: Masterclass

Digital Governance Conference

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Tuesday 10 February 2026 9:00AM - 4:00PM

Digital Governance Conference

Essential Board Performance Reviews

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Thursday 12 February 2026 9:30AM - 3:00PM

Essential Board Performance Reviews

GRAD 4 - AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Friday 13 February 2026 9:30AM - 2:15PM

AI Part 4 – AI Regulatory Landscape for Boards: Masterclass

Essential Corporate Governance

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Tuesday 17 February 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Essential Corporate Governance

Risk Governance and Leadership Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Wednesday 18 February 2026 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Risk Governance and Leadership Masterclass

Essential Charity Governance

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 23 February 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Essential Charity Governance

Risk Management Fundamentals Masterclass

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Wednesday 25 February 2026 9:30AM - 1:00PM

Risk Management Fundamentals Masterclass

Effective Minute Taking

Saffron Suite , The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland , 6-10 Kirby Street , , London , N/A , EC1N 8TS

Thursday 26 February 2026 9:30AM - 4:15PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.

Company Secretarial Practice for PLCs

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Thursday 5 March 2026 9:30AM - 4:00PM

Company Secretarial Practice for PLCs

Board & Committees – How to Build an Effective Governance Framework

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 9 March 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

This course will provide practical techniques for you to identify the optimal board and committee structure for your organisation. It will equip you with the skills to identify the right board and committee members and to ensure your directors are supported so they can perform their role effectively.

Company Secretarial Practice for Support Staff

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Monday 16 March 2026 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Company Secretarial Practice for Support Staff

Effective Minute Taking

Virtual , Teams Meeting , , , Online , N/A , Zoom

Tuesday 17 March 2026 9:30AM - 4:15PM

Build a toolkit of skills to boost your confidence in writing and presenting accurate minutes in this essential minute taking course. Taking minutes can be hard. Vague agendas. Ambiguous agreements. An unskilled chairperson. All these can all make the taking of an accurate record a daunting task. Or perhaps you have not yet been taught the right way to do it? This practical and interactive one-day Effective Minute Taking training course provides a toolkit of skills which will boost your confidence in the writing and presenting of accurate minutes – and help you deal with the other issues above.