About the sector
The field of governance has emerged in recent years as a matter of great importance. Today there is a clear need to define the personal attributes and performance standards of the estimated five million executive and non- executive directors who lead organisations in the UK.
Governance involves:
- Establishing and monitoring an effective board structure and composition
- Complying with laws, regulations and voluntary codes of practice
- Developing effective relationships between the company and its shareholders
- Ensuring honest and responsible conduct and behaviour throughout the company
- Dealing competently with relevant stakeholders such as employees, local authorities, community members and clients.
Pierce, C and Glanville, R (2007) Governance Matters in Growing Businesses: Published by CfA.
National Occupational Standards
The CfA has developed a suite of National Occupational Standards for governance. These are available on the standards page.
Qualifications
There are currently no vocational governance qualifications available in the UK.
Contact
For more information on governance work undertaken by CfA, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call on 020 7091 9620.




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