Certificate in Certificate in Board Secretarial Practice

The Certificate in Board Secretarial Practice course is a four-day interactive training programme designed for Professional Governance Managers and Company/Board Secretaries. It focuses on the essential skills and practical knowledge required to manage Board support, shareholder events, and governance activities effectively. This board secretary training covers topics such as annual reporting, regulatory compliance, and Board meeting administration. effectively. This board secretary training covers topics such as annual reporting, regulatory compliance, and Board meeting administration.

This course teaches you to understand the governance manager’s role, interpret relevant rules and regulations, and implement key practices for smooth Board meeting and shareholder event management. You will also learn to handle corporate governance dilemmas and maintain a sound governance regime within your organisation. The training enables you to perform core governance activities with confidence and professionalism. More details are available in the course brochure.

The course uses an interactive methodology combining group work and individual assessments to build knowledge through practical exercises. You will engage in real-life governance activities such as preparing Board packs, meeting minutes, and regulatory reports, applying corporate secretary training concepts in simulated scenarios. This approach ensures hands-on learning aligned with best corporate governance frameworks.

This course is ideal for appointed and aspiring Company/Board Secretaries, Governance Managers, and Board Directors involved in governance reform. It also suits managers responsible for governance procedures including CFOs, Internal Auditors, Investor Relations, and Risk Managers. Additionally, staff supporting governance roles and corporate documentation will benefit from attending this corporate secretary training course.

There are no formal prerequisites required to enrol in the Certificate in Board Secretarial Practice course. This makes it accessible for professionals at various stages in their governance careers, from aspiring board secretaries to those expanding their governance knowledge. However, advanced preparation reading materials will be provided before the course to support your learning.

On successful completion, you will receive an Informa Connect Academy Certificate of Completion, fulfilling the criteria of satisfactory attendance and passing course assessments. This certificate serves as a valuable company secretary certificate course credential. If criteria are not met, a Certificate of Attendance will be issued clearly indicating hours attended.

The course is delivered over four days in an interactive format, with options for in-person or virtual attendance. Virtual participants must meet specific requirements such as keeping their cameras on for participation monitoring. The delivery includes lectures, group exercises, quizzes, and real-world governance scenarios to enhance learning.

Full course duration details are available in the course brochure.

For virtual delivery, participants need a stable Wi-Fi connection and must keep their cameras on during sessions to comply with NASBA CPE credit requirements. All course documentation is provided, including templates and governance tools essential for effective learning.

This certified board secretary training is aligned with professional standards and offers continuing professional development (CPD) accreditation. It provides practical governance skills and knowledge essential for earning company secretary certificates and advancing your board secretary certification credentials. The course is recognised for enhancing professional governance management capabilities.

Yes - we offer early bird discounts for the Certificate in Board Secretarial Practice, so the earlier you register, the better the rate you’ll secure. Organisations sending multiple participants can also benefit from group booking discounts, making it easier and more cost-effective to train full teams or departments together.

If you’re interested in group bookings or want to check available discounts, contact us at meenquiries@informa.com.

We also provide in-house and fully customised training solutions, where the programme can be tailored to your organisation’s specific goals, strategy needs, or internal capability requirements. For customised or in-company training, reach our Corporate Training Solutions team at cts@informa.com

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The Board Secretary plays a central role in supporting the Board and ensuring effective governance within an organisation. The role covers advising the Chairman and Board, supporting board and committee meetings, managing agendas and board packs, recording minutes, maintaining statutory registers, and ensuring proper follow-up and reporting. The Board Secretary also helps ensure compliance with corporate laws, listing rules, and governance frameworks, while acting as a key link between the Board, management, shareholders, and regulators.

A successful Board Secretary needs a strong understanding of corporate governance, legal and regulatory requirements, and board processes. The role also requires excellent organisational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the confidence to provide advisory support to the Chairman and Directors. The ability to manage board documentation, handle sensitive situations, deal with governance dilemmas, and coordinate effectively with both the Board and management are all essential qualities highlighted in the programme.

There is no single mandatory qualification stated, but the role requires solid knowledge of governance, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and board procedures. This programme is designed for both appointed and aspiring Board/Company Secretaries and Governance Managers, helping them build the practical skills and governance understanding needed to perform the role effectively. No formal course prerequisite is required to attend, making it suitable for professionals looking to step into or strengthen their board secretarial responsibilities.