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Enabling essential corporate governance practices across Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa and Eswatini.

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Accountability.

Sustainability.

Transparency.

This is the essence of the CGISA.

Study with Us

An accredited qualification from the CGISA gives you the knowledge you need to make a real difference.

We are one of nine institutes in an international network, supporting over 29 000 members worldwide.

CGISA qualifications are fully accredited and recognised in over 80 countries.

CGISA qualifications are fully accredited and recognised in over 80 countries.

Access the latest international corporate governance trends and insights.

Access the latest international corporate governance trends and insights.

Our recruitment specialists assist in placing Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals after graduation.

Respected qualification coupled with member-exclusive designations recognised by employers.

We offer reputable, professional Company Secretary and Governance Professional qualifications from foundational to strategic levels of corporate governance.

Membership

CGISA members benefit from continuous support, learning resources, and networking opportunities, so you can stay up to date and CPD compliant.

Ongoing professional development

Ongoing professional development

Ongoing professional development

Our continuous professional development (CPD) approach includes upskilling and networking opportunities that will equip you for an ever-changing business context.

Preferential rates

Preferential rates

Preferential rates

Get special membership and retiree rates on conferences and CPD webinars and seminars.

Communication

Communication

Communication

Keep up to date on all governance-related developments via our communication channels, including regular newsletters and our eZine and quarterly Boardroom journal.

Recruitment assistance

Recruitment assistance

Recruitment assistance

We help companies and Governance Professionals match their needs and specialised skills with the right recruitment opportunities.

Technical support

Technical support

Technical support

Access a technical manual and technical adviser for any assistance with governance, legal, and tax queries.

Trusted since 1909

Trusted since 1909

Trusted since 1909

Join a respected, trusted institute that upholds a code of ethics and international standards of pre- and post-qualification education.

Commissioner of Oaths status

Commissioner of Oaths status

Commissioner of Oaths status

We assist you in obtaining a Commissioner of Oaths status

Sound corporate governance practices are essential to the successful running of a company.

This is your chance to become the governance professional we need to change how we do business in Southern Africa.

Becoming a CGISA member can help you do this.

Barbra Namupa Haipinge (FCG)
Barbra Namupa Haipinge (FCG)
Senior Assistant Group Company Secretary, Capricorn Group Limited

I was impressed with the structure of board exam subject areas, as well as the certification, which is highly recognized and has become a job prerequisite. The certification further earned me a promotion and contributed to the recognition of my skill and expertise.

Ofentse Obakeng Molatedi (FCG)
Ofentse Obakeng Molatedi (FCG)
Legal Services Manager, Traxtion

I would recommend the qualification to others because it puts you on the map and exposes you to a very different side of the legal field. It has contributed immensely to my career, as I am now able to perform all the company secretarial and corporate governance duties.

Kreason Subroyan (FCG)
Kreason Subroyan (FCG)
HOD Property Manager at Tsogo Sun

The CGISA qualification has given me the insights to the broader domain of governance, compliance, legal and financial involvement on a higher level in the corporate world. Personally, this qualification has significantly enhanced my capacity to uphold high standards in the administrative processes and corporate governance, exceeding initial expectations.

Nyasha Matewe
Nyasha Matewe
Legal Counsel and Company Secretary, Heineken Beverages South Africa / CGISA Student

The CGISA qualification is highly sought after and is recognised in more than 80 countries. The qualification gives you a competitive advantage. My previous boss and mentor recommended the course – it comes highly recommended, and I am learning a lot.

Thabiso Seopela (ACG)
Thabiso Seopela (ACG)
Senior Board and Company Secretary Consultant, Statucor (Pty) Ltd

The qualification is suitable for those seeking to make a shift in the profession with a legal qualification or background. The course covers all areas of business, including governance, finance, strategy, legal, risk, compliance, and ethics in the profession, as well as reputation. The qualification advances career aspiration and affords you more opportunities once you acquire it, coupled with experience.

Ashley Eaton | FCG
Ashley Eaton | FCG
Group Company Secretary, SA Home Loans

I find the role of Company Secretary challenging and rewarding. Every day brings new opportunities to ensure compliance, support effective governance, and foster strong communication. I wholeheartedly recommend this role and the Board (NQF8) qualification to anyone looking to make an impact in any dynamic business environment.

Michele Murphy
Michele Murphy
CGISA Student / Company Secretary, Carrick Wealth

I currently work in a financial services company in Cape Town, running their company secretarial division. My studies with CGISA have been invaluable to me and have been instrumental in shaping my new career path, including personal growth. I am grateful to the team at CGISA.

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Becoming a Governance Professional

Want to learn more about the world of corporate governance? As the home of corporate governance in Southern Africa, we’ve got the answers.

Becoming a Governance Professional