Education & Training

Professional Education and Governance Training

Governance NZ offers a variety of education and training options to ensure you are equipped with the relevant skills, knowledge and resources to develop a successful career in governance, risk and compliance.

Our Professional Education Programme is the qualifying programme for those wanting a formal and internationally recognised qualification as a Chartered Secretary, Chartered Governance Professional or Affiliated Member, and is the pathway to membership of both Governance NZ and the Chartered Governance Institute.

The Effective Director Course is a sharply focused programme that delivers critical content in a condensed period of time over three days and is designed for busy directors who want to gain skills and knowledge but who cannot afford a full week out of the business.

The Minutes, Meetings & Resolutions Workshop is a half-day workshop offering practical guidance on the core functions of meetings, minute-taking and recording resolutions and is ideal for anyone involved in preparing meetings or recording procedures for any form of meeting.

Building a Career in Board Governance provides practical guidance and useful tools to assist with applying for and successfully securing board positions – whether you are seeking your first board role or are looking to grow your existing governance portfolio.

The Essential Chair's Workshop is ideal for anyone currently in a chair’s role or looking to step into one.

Our Online Learning suite consists of four short 20 minute videos covering Effective Minute Taking, Effective Meeting Procedures, Getting Board Ready and Governance, Boards and Directorships.