Welcome to the BDO Choose Your Career Path webinar series - a practical guide to qualifications, careers, and insights to help you start with clarity, grow with support and shape what matters.
Hosted by BDO Ireland with contributions from leading professional bodies and industry experts.
About this webinar
Corporate Governance is one of the fastest-growing and most important professions in today's business environment, yet it remains a career path many students and graduates know little about.
Join BDO Ireland and the Chartered Governance Institute Ireland (CGI Ireland) for an interactive discussion exploring what a career in corporate governance actually looks like, the opportunities available, and the different pathways into the profession.
Whether you're considering your next step after university, exploring postgraduate options, or simply looking to better understand the career opportunities available beyond the more traditional professional services routes, this session will provide practical insights from both industry and qualification experts.
What you’ll learn
During this session, we'll explore:
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What corporate governance is and why it matters
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What governance professionals do day-to-day
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The role of governance in supporting decision-making, accountability and business success
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Career opportunities within corporate governance and company secretarial services
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Professional qualifications and training routes available to graduates
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The skills employers look for when recruiting graduates
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How technology and AI are influencing the profession
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Practical advice for students and graduates considering this career path
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Meet the speakers
Conn Cleary
Regional Development Manager, Chartered Governance Institute Ireland
Conn works with students, graduates and employers to promote careers in governance and support future governance professionals as they progress through their qualification journey. He will provide an overview of the profession, qualification routes and the opportunities available to those entering the field.
Michelle Keane
Director, Corporate Governance, BDO Ireland
Michelle works closely with boards, directors and senior leadership teams, advising on governance, compliance and company secretarial matters across a wide range of organisations. During this session, Michelle will share her own career journey, discuss what graduates can expect when entering the profession, and provide insights into life within BDO's Corporate Governance team.
Olivia Mohan
Head of Learning & Development, BDO Ireland
Olivia will moderate the discussion and audience Q&A.
Is this session right for you?
This webinar is designed for:
- Final-year students
- Recent graduates
- Postgraduate students
- Career changers exploring professional qualifications
- Anyone interested in learning more about careers in governance, compliance and company secretarial service.
How this session can help you
Choosing a career path isn't simply about selecting a qualification. It's about understanding the opportunities, experiences and support available to help you build a career that aligns with your interests, strengths and ambitions.
This session has been designed to help you gain a clearer understanding of a profession that plays a critical role in organisations of all sizes and across every sector.
You'll leave with a better understanding of:
- Whether corporate governance could be the right fit for you
- The different routes into the profession
- The qualifications available
- The support available throughout your learning journey
- The long-term opportunities a career in governance can offer.
Webinar details
- Topic: Corporate Governance as a Career Path, part of the Choose Your Career Path Webinar Series – helping students and graduates explore qualifications, careers and professional opportunities with clarity and confidence.
- Date: Friday, 26 June 2026
- Time: 12:30pm (GMT)
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Format: Online webinar
