DIFFERENTIATE YOURSELF

These days, everyone has a bachelor’s degree.  Students must aim to stand out from the crowd with Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) qualification.

The Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) is the flagship qualification offered by The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI), the globally recognized professional body for chartered secretaries and governance professionals in the United Kingdom and worldwide. Founded in 1891 (and incorporated under Royal Charter in 1902), the Institute has a long history of promoting high standards in governance. It now supports a global network of approximately 40,000 members and students across more than 80 countries, with divisions in regions including the UK & Ireland, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong/China, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Southern Africa, and others. This extensive reach makes CGI a key authority in the field of corporate governance and company secretarial practice.

The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA), also known as Chartered Secretaries Malaysia, is the premier professional body for company secretaries and governance professionals in Malaysia, promoting good governance and best practices in organisations. Founded in 1959 as an affiliated body to The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) (formerly ICSA), MAICSA is now a recognised Division of CGI globally. Currently, MAICSA has more than 4,200 members (comprising Fellows, Associates and Graduates), 1,800 students and 600 Affiliates on its register. 

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PROGRAMME INFORMATION

The programme aims to prepare students for the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) examinations by offering full-time intensive courses. These courses are delivered by experienced and knowledgeable instructors to ensure students fully meet the professional requirements of the CGQP.

Overall, the programme equips graduates with essential skills and knowledge to improve their employment prospects in the job market. It also supports the goal of increasing the number of professional Bumiputera in the fields of corporate secretarial and governance disciplines.

UiTM is a recognised institution authorised by MAICSA to conduct the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP).

MODE & DURATION

Full – time & minimum 1 year (2 semesters)

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Bumiputera;

AND 

A Bachelor degree from UiTM:

Bachelor of Corporate Administration (Hons) with CGPS at least 2.50

Bachelor degree in Accounting/Administration/Law/Finance/Business with a CGPA of at least 2.75.

OR

A Bachelor degree from other institutions recognized by the Ministry:

Bachelor degree in Accounting/Administration/Law/Finance/Business with a CGPA of at least 2.75.

OR

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*The CGQP is the qualifying programme of MAICSA for holders of recognised Bachelor and Master Degrees who wish to be admitted as members of MAICSA.

Relevant Graduates from recognised universities are admitted directly into the programme with attractive exemptions.

Please click the link below for Guidelines on entry requirements from MAICSA

http://www.maicsa.org.my/resources/students-education/new-qualifying-programme/guidelines-on-entry-requirements

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Part 1

Company Law*

Interpreting Financial & Accounting Information*

Corporate Governance

Company Secretarial Practice

Part 2

Development of Strategy*

Risk Management

Boardroom Dynamics

*Exemptions may apply following further assessment and approval by MAICSA

INTAKE

February/March and August/September Intake via UiTM Online Application: https://online.uitm.edu.my/

February/March Intake: Applications typically open from mid-December to mid-January.

August/September Intake: Applications typically open from mid-April to mid-May

POST-NOMINAL DESIGNATIONS AND CAREER PROSPECT 

Post Nominal Designation:

Upon successful completion of the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) through MAICSA, a student or individual immediately receives GradCG status and is entitled to use the post-nominal GradCG, which is recognised as equivalent to a general degree by MQA.

To achieve full chartered titles as a Chartered Secretary (CS) and Chartered Governance Professional (CGP), the individual must then apply for MAICSA membership, fulfil the required professional experience (typically 3–6 years depending on background), and be elected as an Associate or Fellow. Associate members may use ACIS (CS)(CGP), while Fellows may use FCIS (CS)(CGP). These post-nominals represent dual chartered status and are globally respected across the Chartered Governance Institute divisions.

Career Prospect:

• Company Secretary (in public listed companies, private firms, or multinational corporations)
• Governance Officer / Head of Governance
• Compliance Officer / Manager
• Risk Management professional
• Fund Administration/Governance roles in investment firms
• Senior executive roles where governance expertise supports strategic leadership.
• ESG and Sustainability Officer

*The CGI Global Passport provides chartered members (e.g., ACIS (CS)(CGP) or FCIS (CS)(CGP)) with automatic transnational recognition across the Chartered Governance Institute’s divisions worldwide (including Singapore, Hong Kong/China, UK/Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Southern Africa, and others). It grants access to local networks, events, CPD, and job opportunities in these regions without separate memberships in most cases.

CONTACT US

Faculty of Administrative Science & Policy Studies,

Universiti Teknologi MARA,

40450 Shah Alam                 

Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

Tel            :    +603-5543 5941/5544 4174

Fax            :    +603-5544 4131

Website      :    http://www.fsppp.uitm.edu.my or www.maicsa.org.my

E-mail        :    This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (Dr. Aiman)