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Course overview
With over 53,000 non-executive director (NED) roles across the UK and hundreds of thousands of professionals competing for them – how do you stand out? And how can businesses and recruiters be confident that you have the expertise, insight, and leadership capabilities to excel in this high-stakes position?
Actuate is the only non-executive director qualification which incorporates an Ofqual-regulated ILM Level 6 Award. Alongside Actuate’s Certified NED accreditation and licensed credentials, you’ll also achieve an embedded ILM Level 6 Award in Leadership & Management – earning recognised credits and post-nominals that signal your commitment to excellence, governance, and strategic leadership.
Carefully crafted for both aspiring and experienced NEDs, this programme validates your understanding of boardroom dynamics, legal responsibilities, and behavioural competencies, equipping you to make meaningful contributions and guide future-focused organisations with confidence.
Job outcomes
Roles in Management
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
- Virtual
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Duration study load
Module Delivery
1. Fundamental NED Skills - On-demand
2. Corporate Governance - 1 x 1/2 day virtual workshop
3. Risk & Strategy - 1 x 1/2 day virtual workshop
4. Board-Level Finance- 1 x 1/2 day virtual workshop
5. Digital & AI Governance - 1 x 1/2 day virtual workshop
6. Coaching skills for NEDs & Practical Assessment - 1 x 1/2 day virtual workshop
Delivery
Online
Course features
Achieve Certified Non-Executive Director Status
Demonstrate your commitment to the highest standards of governance, exhibit your skills and professionalism, and gain a competitive edge.
Obtain a prestigious ILM Qualification
As part of our Certified NED Programme, you’ll gain the ILM Level 6 Qualification, awarded by The City and Guilds, founded in 1878 and incorporated by Royal Charter.
Enhance Your Credibility & Competitive Edge
Alumni may incorporate digital credentials into their professional toolkit and showcase their achievements across multiple platforms and profiles.
Professional recognition
Accredited by ILM
Assessment
Upon completing each module, you will participate in a virtual assessment designed to help you reflect on and demonstrate your learning.
In your final module, our ILM-approved trainers will guide you through a practical assessment to successfully finalise your qualification.
About Actuate Global
Coaching, Development and Certification Programmes That Actually Make a Difference. We’re passionate about people and enabling them to reach their full potential. Whether you’re navigating career or personal change, want to empower and develop your employees, or you’re considering becoming a coach yourself, we’re with you. As the UK’s largest independent provider of coaching and mentoring services, our business is built on development programmes that put real people at the heart. Our focus is to work with you to invest in real, lasting change, and results that will equip you or your organisation to identify, refine, and deliver on your goals through skills, mindset, and strategy.
