AGRC Certificate in Corporate Governance
Overview
Discover the essential principles of Corporate Governance with the AGRC certificate, perfect for board members and anyone curious about corporate governance. This self-paced, online course delves into the mechanisms that build a robust, dependable, and responsible governance backbone for any firm.
The importance of corporate governance has surged since the 1990s, becoming even more prominent following major corporate failures that affected the global economy. This certificate highlights the design of internal control mechanisms and the value of the three lines of defence model. It also emphasises fostering strong, trust-based relations within the Board to ensure effective meetings and interactions.
Participants will gain invaluable knowledge to enhance their career prospects by understanding regulatory requirements, managing risks, and implementing good governance practices effectively. This comprehensive course is your key to excelling in Corporate Governance and making a significant impact on your organisation’s success.
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The importance of corporate governance has surged since the 1990s, becoming even more prominent following major corporate failures that affected the global economy. This certificate highlights the design of internal control mechanisms and the value of the three lines of defence model. It also emphasises fostering strong, trust-based relations within the Board to ensure effective meetings and interactions.
Participants will gain invaluable knowledge to enhance their career prospects by understanding regulatory requirements, managing risks, and implementing good governance practices effectively. This comprehensive course is your key to excelling in Corporate Governance and making a significant impact on your organisation’s success.
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Topics Covered
Introduction to Corporate Governance
- Definition of Corporate Governance
- Ethics and Governance
- Key Relevant Governance Theories
- Agency Theory
- Stakeholder Theory
The Benefits of Corporate Governance
- Board of Directors
- Duties and Responsibilities of Directors
- Specific Requirements for Financial Institutions
- Board Appointments and Composition
- Independent and Non-Executive Directors (INEDs)
- The Importance of Diversity in a Board
- Committee Structure – Board Committees
- Committee Structure
- Audit Committee
- Risk Committee
- Nominations Committee
- Remuneration Committee
- Key Post-Holders in a Board
- Chair of the Board
- Senior Independent Director (SID)
- CEO (ex-Officio Board Member)
- Evaluation & Continuous Development
- Knowledge of Industry and Organisation
Internal Control Mechanisms
- Internal Controls and Risk Management
- Three-Lines of Defence model
Intra-Board Relations
- Effective Meetings
CSR, ESG and Sustainability
- Definitions of Relevant Terms
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Environmental Social Governance (ESG)
- Sustainability
- The Business Case for CSR, ESG, and Sustainability
- ESG, Sustainability, and the Role of the Board
What's Included
15-20 hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies
The AGRC study handbook
Practice questions and a final mock exam
Free AGRC membership for one (1) year
Online exam with two attempts to pass
AGRC certificate and use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion
After reviewing the curriculum for the Corporate Governance Certification being offered by several organisations and professional bodies, that of AGRC is the only one that offered what I needed to improve my knowledge and performance on my job.
Onyewuchi Sunday Obi, Principal Manager, Corporate Governance National Insurance Commission, Nigeria
Target Audience
This course is ideal for anyone wishing to be introduced to the main regulatory provisions in financial services and trends in corporate governance. Professionals carrying out the roles of directors, members of the Board, senior managers, lawyers, company secretaries, compliance and risk officers, and consultants may benefit from this course. It is also suitable to professionals pursuing regulatory CPDs in financial regulation.
No previous knowledge or experience is required although it is assumed that those interested have good knowledge of English and a strong educational background.
Exam Details
60 minutes long
40 multiple-choice questions (50 only for Risk Management)
70/100 pass mark
Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers.
Certificate is issued in PDF and sent by email within 48 hours.
Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programme and book your exam within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempt thereafter.
Pick Your Subject
Your options include AML, KYC/CDD, Compliance, Risk Management,
Corporate Governance, ESG & Sanctions.
Book Your Training Programme
Our e-learning bundles include the study handbook, text & video-based materials, two chances to pass the exam & one year of membership to AGRC.
Study & Take Your Exam
Complete the training programme,
book & pass your exam & become AGRC Certified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Upon registration you will attain immediate access to all study materials and self-paced eLearning lectures.
Yes, for each AGRC package you will receive the study guide and the exam (two attempts). You will also receive a structured, guided e-learning package that includes video lectures, case studies, and much more that will allow you to study at your own time and better prepare for the exam.
Yes, each AGRC Certificate is designed to be a fully self-paced, online programme, accessible with any device, 24/7, from anywhere in the world.
The AGRC study guide contains a full mock exam with 40 practice questions for your reference. The online study material online includes additional practice questions that will enable you to engage better with the content and get the most out of your reading.
You attain access to the exam upon the completion of the course. The exam is conveniently taken remotely from your own PC or laptop. You do not need to travel to an examination centre to sit your final test. Rather, you can take the exam at your own convenience, at any time from the comfort of your home or office. All you have to do is email info@agrc.org with your name, email address, and AGRC certificate of choice, and AGRC will send you instructions on how to access the exam.
The AGRC exam consist of 40 MCQs (50 MCQs in the case of the Risk Management Certificate) for the completion and award of the AGRC Certificate of your choice. The pass mark is 70% and two attempts are permitted. The time allowed for the exam is 60 minutes.
We recommended a total of 15 to 25 learning hours. As it is a fully self-paced course, you are expected to define a suitable pace yourself. However, most of our students tend to complete their training in under three (3) months.
The AGRC study guide, the self-paced online interactive course that includes the analysis of practical case studies, a set of mock practice questions to help you prepare for the exam, one (1) year of free AGRC membership, and two (2) attempts to pass the online exam. Upon passing the exam, you will attain the AGRC Certificate of your choice.
AGRC Certificates have been designed for professionals looking to build a career in governance, risk and compliance, including working in functions that focus on AML, financial crime prevention, risk management, customer onboarding and more. No previous knowledge or experience is required although it is assumed that those interested have good knowledge of English and a strong educational background.
This Certificate has been developed by the Association of Governance, Risk and Compliance (AGRC) and is accredited by the London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF). The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and may be accredited by financial regulators and professional bodies for between 15 and 25 CPD units in the topic it covers.
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