Directors’ Education and Accreditation Program (DEAP) 2026

Directors’ Education and Accreditation Program (DEAP) 2026 (30 Nov – 4 Dec)

Deadlines:

Members must apply by 30 September 2026

Non-Members must apply by 30 October 2026 (if places remain from members)

The Cayman Islands Directors Association (“CIDA”) is pleased to announce that they will be running the Directors Accreditation Course again this year. It is run in conjunction with the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (“CGIC”) (formerly Institute of Chartered Secretaries Canada), with the instructors presenting in person here in the Cayman Islands. The course will run from 9 am to 4 pm each day.

The course materials will be available in advance of the course so that the attendee can prepare for the three days of interactive in-person sessions. Upon successful completion of the course, the attendee will be able to use the letters “Acc. Dir.” for Accredited Director after their name. The course is aimed at providing further education to Directors in the field of corporate governance and is of benefit to experienced directors and those wishing to gain further insight into corporate governance.

This year’s course will be held in person at the Hotel Indigo with the dates yet to be confirmed around the end of November or first week of December 2026. The last half day will also be held at Hotel Indigo and will consist of presentations on key industry topics by local Cayman Islands presenters and will be open to the wider CIDA membership.

The sessions are currently scheduled as follows:

30 November 2026 – Day 1 – Governance
1 December 2026 – Day 2 – Financial Disclosure and Reporting
2 December 2026 – Day 3 – Strategic Planning and Risk Management
3 December 2026 – Educational Day for Cayman Islands Industry topics (finishes at 2 pm)
4 December 2026 – Day 4 – (held for additional stream if demand persists)

CIDA invites those who are interested in attending the course to visit CGIC’s website for further information on the program: https://www.cgiofcanada.ca/certification/directors-education-accreditation-program-deap/

The contribution towards the course by CIDA members will be US$1,900 with CIDA paying the remainder of the expenses. This represents a substantial discount to the cost of taking the course in Canada with the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada. The fee for the course for Non-members will be US$2,400.

Please note that the course numbers are strictly limited, and they will be offered to CIDA Members on a first to register and pay basis. Thereafter if there is space available those will be offered to non-CIDA members.

To register an interest please complete this form here:

CIDA DEAP 2026 — Expression of interest

This form records your interest in attending the 2026 DEAP Educational Course, which is anticipated to take place in late November or early December 2026 (currently scheduled 30 November to 4 December 2026). Submission of this form will assist us in assessing interest and planning for the programme. Further details, including dates, venue, and registration information, will be circulated once finalized. Submissions go to membership@cida.ky.

Applicant

Applicant name *

Applicant birth date *Requested by the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada. For internal verification only. Never published.

Are you a CIDA member? *

Yes
No

Work email *Used as the primary contact and reply-to.

Personal email

Work name & address (include PO Box) *

Cell / mobile number *

Work number *

Declaration

I hereby (by submitting this form) apply to attend the Directors Accreditation Course of the Cayman Islands Directors Association Ltd. (CIDA) and if accepted I hereby agree:

Please note that the course numbers are strictly limited, and they will be offered on a first to register and pay basis.

in advance of the course to contribute US$1,900 (US$2,400 non-member) towards the cost of the course via Butterfield to the account of “the Cayman Islands Directors Association Ltd.” AC KYD 02201-038828 or USD 01101-038828. DO NOT SEND PAYMENT UNTIL CIDA CONFIRMS YOUR PLACE ON THE COURSE. Send proof of payment to CIDA’s Treasurer: paul.skinner@channelcapital.ky
in advance of the course to read the study materials.
I understand that the study materials will ONLY be provided to me electronically.
the course is held in person at Hotel Indigo DATES TBC (if there are two streams then an additional course day may be required).
There will be an additional half day that will consist of presentations on key industry topics by local presenters and will be open to the wider CIDA membership and is required by DEAP attendees.
to pay the ongoing annual fee of Chartered Governance Institute of Canada (starting in 2027) to use the designation of Acc. Dir. if I am successful (currently CAD$300).
to comply with any continuing educational requirements that the Dir. Acc. may be required by Chartered Governance Institute of Canada.
I understand that the places are strictly limited and they are offered on a first come first allocated basis and refunds may not be possible.
That your attendance on the course will not be confirmed until you have paid the US$1,900 (US$2,400 non-CIDA members) contribution to CIDA.
Attending the DEAP Course is separate from the membership of CIDA, if you are not a member yet please apply on CIDA’s website www.cida.ky if you are eligible.

Yes, I agree to the foregoing points 1–10 (confirmed). *

Please alert us to any allergies, dietary requirements, disabilities or special needs below (so that we can do our best to accommodate your needs)

This application is signed by typing your name below *Type your full name as your electronic signature (Electronic Transactions Act (as revised)).

Required fields marked *. Date of birth is requested by the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada and is for internal use only. This form records interest only. It does not confirm a place. CIDA does not collect payment on this form. Do not send payment until CIDA confirms your place. Members should apply by 30 September 2026. Non-members may apply by 30 October 2026 if places remain. Personal data submitted on this form is processed in accordance with CIDA’s Data Protection Policy.

Please refer to CIDA’s Data Protection Policy for information on how we collect, use and protect personal data.

***Please note attending this DEAP COURSE does not include CIDA membership it is a separate application****