Andrew Madden
Head of Training at Carmichael
"I liked the detail of the course content... and the opportunity to work at my own pace and in my own time. It
has given me greater confidence in carrying out my own duties and working with client organisations."
Lara Zibners Lohr
Co-Founder, Calla Lily Clinical Care
"The curriculum is constantly updated based on recent developments, policies and regulations... and I like the
fact that AI was emphasised throughout the curriculum." "Since completing the course, I gained my first
non-executive director role and have been offered another one."
Brenda Pennell
Managing Director at BiD Capital Partners
"I felt that I was stuck at my level, and unable to climb further. Since completing the Diploma in Corporate
Governance I have been offered a CEO role."
Stefan Steinhardt
Non-Executive Director and Advisory Board Member
"As CFO and CEO, I faced several recurring challenges that highlighted the critical need for strong governance
frameworks. The programme's emphasis on global standards and robust risk management frameworks equipped me
with tools to enhance governance across diverse industries."
Marjaana Peeters
Strategic finance leader @ Shell
"I can now speak confidently about governance issues and feel equipped to take on the Chair role of our board.
The ability to be flexible and complete the work on my own time was a necessity."
Ilona Anderson
Corporate Director of Clinical Research at MED-EL
"I really enjoyed the interactive way of studying. In particular, using a case study of a company throughout
the course helped to bring everything to life. It was a great visual, interactive way to help learning that I
really enjoyed. I now use the skills I learned within my team."
Cassie Wilkinson
Founder / Fashion Business Consultant
"As this was my first board role, I was eager to learn more about the dynamics of being part of a board and
the governance structures that support it. Completing this course has greatly enhanced my governance and ESG
knowledge, providing a deeper understanding of strategic decision-making."
Lindsay Mackenzie
Instructional Designer
"It has given me a credible foundation of knowledge to rely on when advancing strategies for operationalising
reputation management. The course material was offered virtually while still providing engagement with real
participants from all over the world."
Olivia Caughey
Administrative Coordinator
"I’m now able to identify when a board is not practising good corporate governance and following my
evaluation, I’m able to relay areas that need to be improved and how this can be done effectively."
Francis Kamulegeya
Non Executive Director
"The case study series in all modules, with the real-life practical situations and simulations, stood out to
me. The other elements that I found very useful and able to apply straightaway in my current role as a
director/board member were the modules on Culture, Governance Architecture and Strategy"
Alberto Gonzalez del Solar
Non Executive Director
"The course completed my knowledge, broadened my governance toolkit, gave me practical tools to implement in
my future board roles and enhanced my little exposure to ESG."
Leo Kirby
Managing Director
"Completing this course has led to securing more roles and I have taken on additional responsibilities in
existing roles in strategy, capital allocation and ESG."
Mike Lee
Business & Sustainability Analyst
"The section on the materiality report and the recognised frameworks really stood out for me. Overall, the
course content provided me with an opportunity to reflect on where our business was at, and enabled me to
robustly question our approach to ESG as a result."
Rebecca Cronin
Finance Manager
"The course has enhanced my credibility and confidence as an ESG professional. I am now better equipped to
lead ESG initiatives, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and align our ESG strategy with investor and
regulatory expectations."
Carl Brooks
Finance Manager
"From a leadership perspective, the course has strengthened my ability to engage senior stakeholders,
influence decision-making, and integrate ESG principles into business strategy. I now have a more holistic
view of governance, enabling me to align sustainability initiatives with regulatory requirements, ethical
leadership, and long-term business objectives."
Marie Porter
Director at Wicklow County Childcare Committee
"Since completing the course we are busy preparing for CSRD reporting and I am certainly benefiting from the
course learnings. I have taken responsibility for ESG Reporting. The course content was excellent and clearly
delivered. What stood out to me was the breadth of additional resources and reading materials made available
to students."
Andrew Tyrtania
Head of Compliance
"The most beneficial part of the course for me was the depth of material referenced and available throughout
the course. I've ended up feeling empowered to make a practical difference, as well as being much better
informed."
