Governance Institute of Australia

Accelerate your career with Australia’s leading Postgraduate courses in Governance and Risk management. 

As the exclusive Australian provider of Chartered Governance accreditation, the Governance Institute boasts a rich legacy of delivering top-tier Postgraduate education and Short Courses that empower a rapidly growing community of professionals stepping into pivotal Governance and Risk roles.

The Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance and Risk Management is a unique offering in the corporate governance and risk education space. This accredited postgraduate course draws from real-life case studies and practical examples to equip students with hands-on knowledge, becoming their organisation’s greatest asset for driving responsible risk management and good governance. 

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a senior manager, this course is tailored for those with governance and risk management responsibilities. It’s also perfect for governance professionals eager to expand their risk management expertise.

All courses are delivered by experienced and highly qualified professionals who are passionate about providing students with a supportive and engaging learning environment and units of study include governance, law, finance, risk, corporate secretarial practice and strategy. 

Building on our strong foundations, the Governance Academy offers innovative educational pathways focused on proficiency at all levels. Join a vibrant community of governance professionals committed to continuous learning and career advancement.

Our flexible learning pathways are designed to enhance governance capabilities. Partnering with leading academics and practitioners, we deliver evidence-based, credentialed courses that can be tailored to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce.

A national membership association, Governance Institute of Australia advocates for a community of governance and risk management professionals, with the tools to drive better governance within their listed, unlisted and not-for-profit sectors.  

We run a strong program of thought leadership, research projects and news publications and draw upon our membership of the Chartered Governance Institute to monitor emerging global trends and challenges to ensure our members are prepared.​​ 

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you’re seeking an institute that will equip you for a successful career in governance and risk management, look no further than the Governance Academy. Join us and become a leader in your field.