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Accidental Company Secretary

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Course type Short courses
Proficiency level Emerging
Delivery method Online
Member $570
Non-Member $720
CPD hours 6

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From support role to strategic governance leader.

Discover how the evolving role of the company secretary has transformed into a cornerstone of corporate governance. This short course provides a comprehensive introduction to the strategic and regulatory dimensions of the position, ideal for professionals who have stepped into the role unexpectedly or want to deepen their governance expertise.

More details about the course

Learning objectives ▼
  • Identify the full spectrum of responsibilities encompassing statutory and discretionary duties to corporate governance oversight.
  • Examine the corporate governance environment.
  • Discuss elements of a robust governance framework.
  • Examine the capabilities of an effective company secretary.
Course structure ▼

Section A – Governance Principles

  • Corporate governance
  • Company secretary
  • Duties of the company secretary
  • Regulators

Section B – Professional Practices

  • Governance framework
  • Board cycle
  • Chef de mission

Section C – Personal Thinking

  • Case study: Career Employment Australia Ltd -v- Shepley & Ors [2021] QSC 235.

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Assessments ▼

A short course is assessed as follows:

  • A final quiz (multiple choice, achieve 75% to pass, unlimited attempts).
  • A short case study written response (suggested answers are revealed for reflection).
  • Knowledge checks are included as you progress through the course material (these are not assessed).
  • See the Assessment Rules for further information.
For business ▼

We provide specialised in-house training to organisations who want to train large groups of staff.

What are the benefits on in-house training?

  • Train large numbers of staff.
  • Participate in customised training that caters to the needs of your staff and your organisation’s business objectives.
  • Invite and engage with your key clients, suppliers and contractors to ensure you’re working together with the same knowledge.

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Key Information
  • Assessment: Knowledge checks, quiz questions, and a case study response.
    Proficiency level: Emerging
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Certificates
  • This short course forms a part of:
    Certificate in Board Governance
    Certificate in Secretarial Practice Essentials
  • Complete six short, focused courses and get a Certificate. Each course builds your expertise step-by-step, giving you practical skills and a nationally respected credential. Flexible, accessible, and designed for busy professionals—start your journey today and grow your governance career with confidence.

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Members of Governance Institute receive a discount of up to $110 per short course — find out if you are eligible.

Capabilities : Reflection & Learning , Critical & Independent Thinking , Governance & Oversight , Accountability & Compliance , Secretarial Practice , Legislation & Policy

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