Securities Commission (SC)’s three-pillar approach

ICDM’s role is to reinforce self-discipline among board members through enhancements of skills, knowledge and mindset to promote sustainability-driven governance, thus complementing market and regulatory disciplines.

In support of this, the institute also offers a comprehensive suite of board advisory and consultancy services including board evaluations, director sourcing & placement, coaching and mentoring.

ICDM’s Advocacy Efforts

Our Purpose of Existence

To be the one-stop centre for all board and director current and future needs.

To be the one-stop centre for all board and director current and future needs.

To be the voice of directors in representing their diverse thoughts and views.

To be the voice of directors in representing their diverse thoughts and views.

To embed a sustainability-driven governance culture and leadership in Malaysian boards.

To embed a sustainability-driven governance culture and leadership in Malaysian boards.

Our Vision

Centre of excellence for the professional development of sustainability-driven directors.

Our Mission

Enhancing board effectiveness & promoting excellence in sustainability-driven governance by strengthening directors’ professionalism.

Our Positioning

The 3 Key Stages of Directorship  

  • Aspiring Directors  
  • Current Directors  
  • Seasoned Directors  

 

The Board’s Strategic Advisor N1

  • Company Secretaries (CoSec)

N1 – As per Practice 1.5 of the Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG) 2021, the board is to be supported by a suitably qualified and competent company secretary to provide sound governance advice, ensure adherence to rules and procedures, and advocate adoption of corporate governance best practices. Hence, at ICDM, we work hand-in-hand with the company secretaries to equip them for the role of a board’s strategic advisor.

Our Value Proposition

  • Board & Directors Network
  • Board & Directors Development
  • Board & Directors Advisory
  • Board & Directors Advocacy

Our Values

Integrity

Integrity

We take accountability and conduct business dealings in accordance with the highest social, ethical and legal standards. We expect the same commitment and conduct from those we connect with.

Continuous learning

Continuous learning

We believe in continually learning from each other and investing to develop personal knowledge and capabilities.

Diversity, equity & inclusivity

Diversity, equity & inclusivity

We take pride in teamwork, upholding professionalism, respecting diversity, equity, inclusivity and supporting each other.

Market-driven

Market-driven

We are committed to delivering value and quality services, being sensitive to the needs of stakeholders and promoting innovation with an entrepreneurial and sustainable mindset.

Our 3 Strategic Objectives

Competency

Competency

Professionalising directorship & pipeline building

Voice

Voice

Advocating issues affecting directors & the marketplace

Platform

Platform

Providing a holistic platform to support board & director ecosystem

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