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About The Corporate Governance Institute
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The Corporate Governance Institute is the world’s largest professional accreditation body in Corporate Governance and ESG.
We educate the next generation of leadership in companies through our industry led and university accredited online diploma courses in the areas of corporate governance and ESG.
Leaders from world leading brands including Amazon, PWC, Apple, Deloitte and Google trust The Corporate Governance Institute to empower them with the specialist governance and leadership skills necessary to excel in board positions and become a force for good.
Our alumni span all continents, and our faculty include top industry practitioners with decades of experience in Corporate Governance and ESG.
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Highly recommended course for new & continuing board directors.
Rich, insightful course!
Provided in-depth learning with due clarity. Excellent networks built during the course as well. Highly recommended.
31 August 2026
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Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for the wonderful recommendation. We’re delighted to hear that you found the course insightful, in-depth, and clearly delivered. It’s especially rewarding to know that the connections and networks built during the programme added to your experience. We wish you continued success in your board and governance journey.
Found it very hard to do this self…
Found it very hard to do this self taught course i would prefer engagement with others. Course content was good.
26 July 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Bronagh,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to hear you found the course content valuable, and we appreciate your honest comments about the self-paced format. We understand that some learners prefer more interaction, which is why we offer regular live masterclasses and webinars to help members engage with experts and the wider governance community. We hope you'll have the opportunity to join some of these sessions, and we wish you every success on your governance journey.
Great learning experience
Great learning experience. I mean course content was very relatable and broad to enhance my work as an assistant to the Company Secretary. Good material on governance and compliance.
I will definitely recommend this to anyone who needs knowledge in corporate governance whether to enhance work or as a practitioner.
22 July 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Frank
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that the Diploma in Corporate Governance provided a practical and engaging learning experience, with content that was relevant to your role as an Assistant Company Secretary. It's especially rewarding to know that you found the governance and compliance material valuable and would recommend the programme to others. We wish you every success as you continue to grow your governance expertise.
Corporate Governance Course and AI Governance Course
The course materials, including the video interviews, were well structured and thoughtfully curated. The examples used throughout were relevant and reinforced the key concepts effectively. The practice exams and knowledge checks were particularly valuable, and the allotted time for each assessment was appropriate.
16 July 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Suleiman
Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found both the Diploma in Corporate Governance and the AI Governance course well structured and engaging. It's especially rewarding to know that the expert interviews, practical examples, and knowledge checks supported your learning and helped reinforce the key concepts. We wish you every success as you continue applying your knowledge in practice.
Excellent
Overall, the course allowed me to get up to date on current corporate governance issues. Regarding the structure of the course sections, it was good, although some were longer and required more time due to the amount of material that needed to be read. The information was very comprehensive, the videos very clear, some of them longer than others. The professionals in charge were very attentive and willing to help when I needed it or had questions.
10 July 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Georgina
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that the Diploma in Corporate Governance helped you build your knowledge of current governance issues. It's great to know you found the course comprehensive, the video content clear, and that our team was able to support you whenever you needed assistance. We appreciate your comments on the length of some modules, as this helps us continue to refine the learning experience. We wish you every success as you continue your governance journey.
Comprehensive, insightful and practical
The course had very comprehensive content and practitioners with valuable experience were available to provide insights. The use of case studies was also very useful
26 June 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Akuya,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found the course comprehensive, insightful, and practical. It's great to know that the expert perspectives and case studies added value to your learning experience. We hope the knowledge and insights gained continue to support you in your professional journey.
Governance Excellence Delivered
This Corporate Governance diploma exceeded my expectations, delivering a comprehensive and highly practical grounding in all aspects of modern governance. The curriculum was thoughtfully structured, covering everything from board effectiveness and CEO evaluation to risk management, financial oversight, ESG strategy, and insolvency procedures — building knowledge progressively and making complex concepts accessible and engaging.
What stood out most was how well the content balanced theory with real-world application. The scenario-based approach brought governance principles to life, while the focus on personal development — including personal branding, networking, and CPD — equipped me with skills that go beyond the boardroom. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to pursue or strengthen a career at board level.
29 June 2026
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Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Radoslav,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're truly delighted to hear that the Diploma in Corporate Governance exceeded your expectations. It's especially rewarding to know that you found the balance of practical application, real-world scenarios, and progressive learning valuable, and that the broader focus on professional development resonated with you. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we wish you every success as you continue your boardroom journey.
Informative and concise
The course content is very informative and concise, and wonderfully put together to bring students and practitioners alike up to speed on the history of ESG, its concepts, challenges, and the latest progress. Most importantly, it translates literature into actionable instructions for BODs and company leaders.
23 June 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Dr. Esam
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found the Diploma in ESG informative, concise, and practical. It's especially rewarding to know that the course helped connect ESG concepts with actionable guidance for boards and business leaders. We hope the knowledge and insights you've gained continue to support you in your governance and leadership journey.
Very easy to navigate around the…
Very easy to navigate around the website and keep updated on how your courses are progressing.
19 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Simon
Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found the Diploma in Corporate Governance platform easy to navigate and that the progress tracking helped you stay on top of your learning. We hope you found the programme both enjoyable and valuable, and we wish you every success as you continue your governance journey.
Top class !
A really comprehensive training course! Much more comprehensive than the one offered as part of the CAS programme in Switzerland, for example! The system is excellent and the software is great fun!
21 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Ismael,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found the Diploma in Corporate Governance so comprehensive and enjoyable. It’s especially rewarding to know that the course stood out compared with other programmes and that you had such a positive experience with the system and software. We wish you continued success on your governance journey.
This diplA Practical Foundation in Corporate Governanceoma course was rich in…
This diploma course was rich in knowledge, comprehensive in scope, and engaging in delivery. It used multiple learning methods to cover the key aspects of corporate governance in a practical and well-structured way.
19 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Mohamad
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found the Diploma in Corporate Governance rich in knowledge, comprehensive, and engaging. It’s great to know that the varied learning methods helped bring the key aspects of governance to life in a practical and structured way. We wish you continued success on your governance journey.
The content was high quality but a bit…
The content was high quality but a bit repetitive.
A more interactive learning experience would have had more impact.
14 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for your feedback, Amanda! We're glad you found the content high quality. We take all suggestions on board and are continuously working to enhance the learning experience greater interactivity is something we're actively developing. We hope to impress you further with future updates!
Well structured course
The course is well structured. The topics are built from the basics to the more advanced ones making it easier for one to follow through. The fact that the assessment is broken down into two makes it even better. I enjoyed my learning experience, and hope to apply the knowledge.
16 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for such a thoughtful review, Lindsay! We're delighted to hear the course structure worked well for you building from the foundations up is something we put a lot of care into. Best of luck applying your new knowledge, we hope it makes a real impact!
Great content that covers all expected…
Great content that covers all expected aspects of governance.
Good interactive way to learn from.
16 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for the wonderful review, Abdulaziz! We're delighted you found the content thorough and the interactive format effective. Making governance accessible and engaging is at the heart of what we do. We hope to welcome you back for another course soon!
Really informative
Really informative, good content and well structured, I’m doing Diploma in Corporate Governance with the institute as well and it’s the same- spot on examples, great sources, high level of knowledge provided.
3 June 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for the kind words, Mart! We're thrilled you're enjoying both the Diploma in Corporate Governance. It's great to hear the content, structure, and examples are hitting the mark. Best of luck with your Diploma, we're here to support you every step of the way!
AI Governance
I really enjoyed doing the Course with TCGI, the system is really easy to operate and the information provided in the modules is excellent. I really enjoyed the process and it's a very important area that all boards need to be aware of and implement sooner rather than later.
31 May 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for the review, Philip! We're delighted you found the platform easy to use and the course content valuable. You're absolutely right that this is a critical area for boards to act on, and we're glad we could help. We hope to work with you again soon!
Worth the effort
Although the course is lengthy, its well worth the time and effort to complete as it gives you a great holistic understanding of the ESG landscape and empowers you to have more in-depth discussions within your organization or externally.
28 May 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Hi Morwe,
Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found the ESG Diploma worthwhile and impactful. It’s great to know the course helped build a holistic understanding of the ESG landscape and supported more meaningful discussions within and beyond your organisation. We appreciate the commitment it takes to complete the programme and wish you continued success on your ESG journey.
Professionally curated course
Professionally curated content with seamless access by multiple devices ! Relevant and latest references and articles are very useful. thanks to CGI team.
23 April 2026
Well paced with explanations that work…
Well paced with explanations that work for those more familiar with AI use and transformation and those who require enough detail to govern it. Great variety of formats including additional resources such as expert webinars
13 April 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for your positive feedback, Hannah. We’re glad you found the pacing effective and the content accessible for both experienced professionals and those focused on governance.
It’s great to hear you enjoyed the variety of formats and additional resources like the expert webinars—we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Feedback on the ESG Certification Program
The program offered solid, well‑structured content that was up to date with current reporting requirements and aligned with common corporate ESG practices. The six‑month duration allowed for meaningful learning, and overall the curriculum delivered the foundational knowledge I was looking for.
However, the cost felt relatively high for a fully online program that relied primarily on text-based material and pre‑recorded, AI‑generated videos. To enhance the learning experience and better reflect the investment, I believe the program would benefit from more opportunities for real-time interaction. Incorporating elements such as live sessions with instructors, discussions with ESG professionals, and structured peer engagement would add significant value and help bridge the gap between theory and practical application.
12 April 2026
Reply from The Corporate Governance Institute
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback Antigone. We’re glad the program met your expectations in terms of structure, relevance, and foundational ESG knowledge.
We also appreciate your comments on cost and interactivity. We agree that more live sessions, expert engagement, and peer interaction would enhance the experience, and we’re actively exploring improvements in these areas.
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