Graduate (GAICD)

This sought-after membership grade is awarded to graduates of the AICD’s prestigious 
Company Directors Course™.

Stand out in the world of governance

Attaining the Graduate membership grade is a mark of dedication that is well-recognised in the director community.

BE THE FIRST TO KNOW

As a GAICD, you join directors and governance professionals who fuel their expertise by getting early access to all the governance news, updates, education and events in Australia.

STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD

Instantly recognised for its distinction, the GAICD post-nominal demonstrates your commitment to professional development, great governance and meaningful contribution to the field.

CONTINUE YOUR LEARNING

Having completed the Company Directors Course™, you can build on your knowledge of governance and expertise as a director with member-pricing on courses and events.

About the Graduate grade 

Find out if the Graduate grade applies to you and what the membership requirements are.

how to achieve the graduate grade

To attain the Graduate membership grade (and use the GAICD post-nominals), you must meet the requirements of an AICD Member and have completed the Company Directors Course™.


Pair your education with membership

If you’re enrolling in the Company Directors Course™, we offer a discount for members. When purchasing a course, you can add membership to your cart at checkout.

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dpd Requirements

Graduates are required to accrue the mandatory number of Director Professional Development (DPD) units to maintain their membership.

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Upgrading to the graduate grade (GAICD)

If you’re an Affiliate or Member who successfully completes the Company Directors Course™, you will be upgraded to the Graduate membership grade.

Hear from our members

Mahesh Enjeti GAICD01:28

“AICD membership establishes that you are continually improving yourself as a director and practicing good governance.

Mahesh Enjeti GAICD
Non Executive Director, ACCCN

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Becoming an MAICD solidifies your commitment to governance in Australia. Continue your professional development as an active member of the AICD director community.

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