Corporate Governance & Compliance
| Location | Duration | Kenyan Cost | Non-Kenyan Cost | Upcoming Schedules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nairobi, Kenya | 5 Days | KES 100,000 | USD 1,300 |
| Location | Duration | Non-Kenyan Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | 5 Days | USD 550 |
| Register |
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Corporate Governance & Compliance
About the Course
This course equips professionals and leaders with the knowledge and skills to establish and
maintain sound corporate governance practices and ensure organisational compliance with
relevant laws and regulations. Participants will explore governance structures, board
responsibilities, ethical leadership, and compliance frameworks that build trust, accountability,
and long-term organisational sustainability.
Target Participants
- ● Board members and company secretaries
- ● Senior executives and directors
- ● Compliance and risk officers
- ● Legal and governance professionals
- ● Audit committee members
- ● Government and parastatal governance officers
What You Will Learn
- ● Understand the principles and importance of corporate governance
- ● Apply governance frameworks and codes of best practice
- ● Understand board structure, roles, and responsibilities
- ● Apply ethical leadership and accountability principles
- ● Develop and implement organizational compliance frameworks
- ● Manage conflicts of interest and governance risks
- ● Understand the role of board committees in governance
- ● Apply stakeholder accountability and transparency practices
- ● Navigate regulatory compliance requirements
- ● Build a culture of integrity and good governance
Course Duration
- ● Face-to-face workshops: 5 days
- ● Virtual Training: 7 days
- ● LMS: Self-paced learning
Course Outline
Foundations of Corporate Governance
- ● What is corporate governance and why it matters
- ● Principles of good governance: accountability, transparency, fairness
- ● Governance codes and frameworks (OECD, King IV, and others)
- ● The relationship between governance and organizational performance
- ● Governance in different sectors: private, public, and NGO
Board Structure and Responsibilities
- ● Roles and responsibilities of the board of directors
- ● Board composition, diversity, and independence
- ● The role of the chairperson and company secretary
- ● Board committees: audit, risk, and remuneration
- ● Board evaluation and performance assessment
Ethical Leadership and Accountability
- ● Principles of ethical leadership in governance
- ● Managing conflicts of interest
- ● Codes of conduct and ethics policies
- ● Whistleblowing and protected disclosures
- ● Building a culture of accountability
Compliance Frameworks and Risk
- ● Developing an organisational compliance framework
- ● Regulatory compliance requirements across sectors
- ● Compliance monitoring and reporting systems
- ● Managing governance and compliance risks
- ● The role of internal audit in compliance assurance
Stakeholder Accountability and Transparency
- ● Stakeholder rights and engagement in governance
- ● Transparency and disclosure requirements
- ● Reporting to shareholders, regulators, and the public
- ● Managing investor and stakeholder relations
- ● Corporate social responsibility and governance
Strengthening Governance Practice
- ● Conducting governance audits and reviews
- ● Addressing governance failures and lessons learned
- ● Building governance capacity within organizations
- ● Emerging trends in corporate governance
- ● Sustaining a culture of good governance over time
Training Approach
This course will be delivered through a coaching-first approach that goes beyond traditional
instruction. Whether in our Nairobi classroom, live virtual cohorts, or through our White Label
LMS, participants engage in a safe and nonjudgmental learning environment designed for
meaningful transformation.
We focus on the individual behind the professional title, connecting with the heart before
training the mind. This approach encourages reflection, practical application, and deeper
engagement, ensuring that learning is not only understood but also internalized and applied with
confidence.
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, recognizing their
knowledge and practical competence.
Customized Training Solutions
This course can also be delivered as a tailor-made program, designed to address the specific
needs, priorities, and operational challenges of your organization.