The Member (M.BDI) category represents a prestigious level of membership at GCC BDI, designed for individuals who have demonstrated significant experience and expertise in corporate governance and board leadership. This category is ideal for those who play pivotal roles within their organisations and have a proven track record of excellence in their field.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: To qualify for Member (M.BDI) status, an individual must meet one or more of the following criteria:

1.     Experience:

Be currently serving as a board director, C-suite executive, senior manager, board secretary, governance professional, trustee, or professor with  five or more years of experience in that role.

Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience in any of the following roles:

• As a director or alternate director, board secretary of a company or companies (concurrent directorships may not be added together in determining years of experience).
• Serving as a senior executive with managerial responsibilities equivalent to those of an executive director (e.g., Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer).
• Being a partner or sole proprietor of a professional practice (e.g., legal, accountancy, architectural, stockbroking) or an unincorporated business, or hold a senior position with professional qualifications employed by a body corporate (e.g., in-house senior legal counsel).
• Holding an academic position at the level of (or equivalent to) professor, or be the head of a relevant faculty (e.g., business, law) at a tertiary institution.

2.     Professional Certification:

• Have successfully achieved the level of Certified Director* or Certified Board Secretary*

* Certification must be attained from a recognised and bona fide body or institute

Please note that the fees below are exclusive of VAT and any other taxes which may apply.

If you are unsure about your eligibility or which membership category is most suitable for you, please contact our membership team at membership@gccbdi.com.