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Governance Professional

An NQF Level 8 qualification that prepares senior professionals to lead corporate governance, advise boards and executives, and oversee governance, risk and compliance (GRC) in the public and private sectors.

About the course

An NQF Level 8 qualification that prepares senior professionals to lead corporate governance, advise boards and executives, and oversee governance, risk and compliance (GRC) in the public and private sectors. Delivered via asynchronous online modules and readings with synchronous mentorship, practical workshops, and structured workplace practice via an AI-powered LMS, this programme requires a commitment of 15–30 hours per week of study. This is a nationally recognised qualification registered with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO/SAQA) under SAQA ID 118115. The curriculum is structured to prepare you directly for the industry.

Duration and Program Structure

Duration & Intensity

12–18 Months of self-paced learning.
Required effort: 15–30 hours per week.

Cohort Info

Max Seats: 20 seats per cohort.
Format: 100% Online online lectures & practical labs.

Accreditation & Certificate

SAQA ID: 118115 (NQF Level 8).
Occupational Certificate: Governance Professional

Credits Breakdown

Total: 156 credits

  • • Knowledge modules: 60 Credits
  • • Practical modules: 56 Credits
  • • Work experience: 40 Credits

Programme Curriculum

Phase 1: Knowledge (1–6)Corporate Governance & GRC
  • Corporate Governance Principles
  • Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
  • Board and Committee Administration
  • Company Secretarial Practice
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Corporate Law and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ethics and Corporate Citizenship
  • Sustainability and ESG Governance
Phase 2: Practical (7–12)Governance Practice
  • Advising boards on governance best practice
  • Developing governance frameworks
  • Managing board and committee meetings
  • Preparing governance reports
  • Monitoring regulatory compliance
  • Coordinating enterprise risk management
  • Supporting ESG reporting
Phase 3: Work Experience (13–18)Workplace Practice
  • Supporting board and committee meetings
  • Preparing governance documentation
  • Managing compliance programmes
  • Participating in enterprise risk assessments
  • Supporting corporate and integrated reporting
  • Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)

Skills You'll Gain

Corporate Governance

Develop and maintain governance frameworks and policies.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Coordinate GRC initiatives across the organisation.

Board Administration

Manage board and committee meetings and papers.

Ethical Leadership

Promote corporate integrity and ethical decision-making.

ESG & Sustainability

Support sustainability, ESG and integrated reporting.

Strategic Advisory

Advise boards and executives on governance matters.

Career Outcomes

Governance Professional
Company Secretary
Board Secretary
Compliance & Governance Manager
GRC Specialist
Applications close in:16:05:20
12 lessons
12–18 Months duration
40 students enrolled
Level: Executive
SAQA ID: 118115
NQF Level: 8
Total: 156 credits
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