Our alumni are a diverse group of accomplished individuals that span industry sectors and crown, non-profit, and corporate boards. Each has demonstrated a firm commitment to director education and elevating good governance in Canada.
Their leadership extends beyond the boardroom, driving innovation, ethical decision-making, and positive change within their organizations. As advocates for continuous learning and excellence in governance, they set the standard for responsible leadership in an evolving business landscape.
Graduating from the Chartered Director (C.Dir.) Program marks a significant achievement, but it is only the beginning. As governance continues to evolve, so too does the responsibility of today’s board leaders.
To maintain the highest standards of oversight and accountability, Chartered Directors are required to complete Continuing Professional Development (CPD). These requirements ensure that our alumni remain informed on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and evolving best practices in governance.
Graduates of The Directors College Program are granted designations by McMaster University upon successfully completing their program’s exam. Chartered Director graduates are held to a code of conduct and a continuing professional development quota.
We are exceedingly proud of our Alumni and the knowledge, insight, and credibility they bring to our boardrooms. Please view our distinguished graduates.
View graduatesAs a graduate, you gain access to a strong network of Chartered Director (C.Dir.) alumni, exclusive board opportunities, and direct engagement with faculty and industry experts. You also have the opportunity to obtain a reciprocal designation with the Collège des administrateurs de sociétés at Université Laval and further your development through The Governance Community Membership Package, offered by Governance Solutions.
Offered by Governance Solutions, The Governance Community Membership Package is designed for those who want to have direct access to over 30 years of leadership and governance expertise. It offers a constant stream of relevant information that will keep you on course to success in the boardroom and is an excellent way to earn CPD hours.
David A. H. Brown is the Executive Director of Governance Solutions and well-respected faculty of the Chartered Director (C.Dir.) Program.
C.Dir. Alumni are eligible for a 10% discount on the Membership Package. Please contact thedirectorscollege@mcmaster.ca to request the discount code.
The Directors College and the Collège des administrateurs de sociétés of Université Laval have developed a reciprocal agreement, whereby their respective designations, Chartered Director (C.Dir.)and Administrateur de sociétés certifié (ASC), are recognized as equivalent.
Under the terms of the reciprocal agreement, graduates of one program can obtain the designation of the other program upon application and without further study or examination. This agreement recognizes the national stature and equivalency of Canada’s only two university accredited director certification programs.
The Directors College holds a database of senior executives and directors across Canada who are currently enrolled in our programs, as well as graduates holding the university-accredited Chartered Director (C.Dir.) designation.
Organizations can contact us with board opportunity postings which will be included in the list below and sent out to our alumni.
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