This course provides advanced knowledge and key skills necessary for you as governance professional to act as chief adviser to the board and other stakeholders on best practice. Learning outcomes At the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Use and apply the principles and concepts of corporate governance. 2. Role, membership, composition, and effectiveness of the board. 3. Demonstrate skills in evaluating your board, its committees, individual members, and the chair. 4. Induction and continuous professional development of directors. 5. Demonstrate skills in discharge of your duties as a director. 6. Understand and apply the concepts of disclosure in terms of accountability, transparency, corporate social responsibility, ethical standards, and sustainability. 7. Financial reporting to shareholders and external audit. 8. Ensure embedded internal controls and a reliable audit system. 9. Demonstrate and apply governance principles and best practices in risk management.