Course Overview
The Certified Secretaries (CS) program is designed to equip learners with professional skills in corporate governance, administration, compliance, communication, and organizational management.
The course prepares students to support effective leadership and management through proper governance practices, strategic administration, and professional secretarial services.
The course is aimed at persons who wish to qualify and work or practice as corporate secretaries, policy formulators and consultants in governance, governance and compliance auditors and administrators at county and national levels and in the private sector.
At Hallmark Institute, the CS program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to prepare learners for careers in corporate administration, governance, compliance, and management support.
Why Study Certified Secretaries (CS)?
Organizations today require professionals who can support governance structures, ensure compliance, and manage administrative operations effectively.
This course helps you:
- Practice and promote principles of good governance within public and private sector entities
- Implement and comply with legal, regulatory and ethical requirements in practice
- Ensure proper conduct and management of meetings
- Undertake consultancy and advisory services in corporate secretarial and related practices
- Manage boardroom dynamics
- Undertake governance and compliance audits
- Understand corporate governance principles
- Learn professional secretarial and administrative practices
- Build compliance and communication skills
- Develop leadership and organizational management abilities
The CS qualification is highly respected across corporate organizations, NGOs, Government Institutions, SACCOs, and Financial Institutions.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, learners will be able to:
- Understand principles of corporate governance and administration
- Apply professional secretarial practices effectively
- Manage organizational records and documentation
- Support compliance and governance functions
- Demonstrate professional communication and leadership skills
- Assist in strategic organizational management processes
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
- Administrative and office professionals
- HR and Compliance staff
- Corporate support staff
- Managers and supervisors
- School leavers interested in governance careers
- Individuals seeking professional administration qualifications
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the CS program can pursue careers as:
- Corporate Secretary
- Administrative Officer
- Governance Officer
- Compliance Officer
- Executive Assistant
- Office Administrator
- Board Support Officer
- Corporate Affairs Officer
The qualification also creates opportunities for leadership and management roles across different industries
Course Structure
The Course covers the following areas;
| FOUNDATIONLEVEL | |||
| Paper No. 1 Management Principles and Practice | |||
| Paper No. 2 Communication Skills and Records Management | |||
| Paper No. 3 Introduction to Law and Governance | |||
| Paper No. 4 Principles of Accounting and Taxation | |||
| Paper No. 5 Human Resources Management | |||
| Paper No. 6 Information Communication Technology | |||
INTERMEDIATELEVEL | |||
Paper No. 7 | Company Law | ||
| Paper No. 8 | Public Sector Governance, Policy and Administration | ||
| Paper No. 9 | Meetings: Compliance and Administration | ||
| Paper No. 10 | Financial Markets and Specialised Institutions | ||
| Paper No 11 | Corporate Governance and Ethics | ||
| Paper No 12 | Research, Consultancy and Advisory | ||
ADVANCEDLEVEL | |||
| Paper No. 13 | Strategic Management | ||
| Paper No. 14 | Finance for Decision Making | ||
| Paper No. 15 | Governance and Compliance Audit | ||
| Paper No. 16 | Boardroom Dynamics | ||
Training is delivered through practical sessions, case studies, discussions, and guided learning approaches.
Learning Options
Hallmark Institute offers flexible learning options to suit both students and working professionals:
- Physical classroom learning
- Weekend classes
- Evening classes
- Online / virtual learning
Why Choose Hallmark Institute?
At Hallmark Institute, we focus on practical, career-oriented training that prepares learners for real workplace environments.
Our students benefit from:
- Experienced industry facilitators
- Practical and interactive learning
- Flexible study schedules
- Professional mentorship and guidance
- Industry-relevant training aligned with market needs
We are committed to helping learners build confidence, competence, and long-term professional success.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the program, learners receive professional Certified Secretaries (CS) training issued by Kenya Accountants & Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB)
Enroll Today
Build your professional skills in governance, administration, and corporate leadership with Hallmark Institute.