Professional development

Professional development

Unlock a wealth of information to ensure your skills are always at the forefront of excellence. 

Resource Centre — access technical booklets, Good Governance Guides and useful practitioner documents 

Governance Directions — monthly digital journal 

Insights, Reports and Surveys — we provide analysis and yearly reports complimentary for members 

Webcasts and webinars — access practical content at a time and place that suits you

Upcoming courses and events — members receive discounted access to a range of seminars, workshops and events. 

Witnessing statutory declarations 

Any member of Governance Institute (Fellow, Associate and Affiliated) can witness Commonwealth of Australia statutory declarations made before them under the Statutory Declarations Act 1959. Visit Australian Government Attorney-General's Department website for this information.

States and territories have other laws and requirements regarding statutory declarations. If you need to make a statutory declaration that concerns a state or territory matter, the Australian Attorney-General's Department website provides links to the relevant websites.

Discounts and rewards

Treat yourself to exclusive discounts and special offers from our sponsors with our exclusive member deals on Qantas club membership and more.

Members also receive discounts on all of our professional development events, short courses and Certificates and postgraduate education.

Find out about your pathway to membership

Request a membership assessment — attach a resume or LinkedIn profile for our membership specialist to assess. 

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Being a member helps me make informed governance decisions. I believe that we can create a better world by being diligent and responsible.
Suzie Zhong AGIA ACIS Company Secretary & Members Engagement Manager, Australasian College of Physical Scientists & Engineers in Medicine
Membership has been very rewarding, helping me to grow as a governance and risk professional.
Kerry McGoldrick FGIA FCIS Partner, ShineWing Australia
My membership gives me access to resources & events that help me stay up to date with my responsibilities as a Director.
Julie Pascoe GIA(Cert) Board Chair, rt health fund
Membership provided me with credibility and market recognition as a governance professional in a competitive market.
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Governance Institute’s resources offer me new ways to embed effective risk management into the organisation.
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