Enabling your directorship journey

Dear Members,

February may have been a short month, but it certainly was a productive one – with a slew of meaningful initiatives for our members.

Cyber Resilience Guide and MOU with Nexus, MINDEF

On 12 February, SID launched the Cyber Resilience Guide for Boards in Singapore and invited members to be part of Exercise SG Ready, a Total Defence initiative. Our guest-of-honour Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of National Development engaged in a dialogue moderated by SID Council member Dr Chong Yoke Sin. He also witnessed the signing of an MOU between SID and Nexus, MINDEF to avail resources to directors to help ready their companies for disruptions.

Getting started on your directorship journey

Our professional development programmes for new and aspiring directors got off to a strong start, with a great turnout for So, You want to be a NonProfit Director, Board and Director Fundamentals and Director Financial Reporting Fundamentals.

If you missed them, check out upcoming sessions here. Registrations for our signature 10-month Board Readiness Programme, delivered in partnership with our knowledge partners, are open until 31 March 2025. Registrations are also open for our flagship programmes for practicing directors like the Listed Entity Directors (LED) Programme, kicking off in March.

New courses

Last month marked another milestone, with the delivery of a new two-day AI Governance module as part of the SDP. This new module is aimed at equipping board directors with a comprehensive understanding of AI governance, focusing on the implications of generative AI and others forms of AI on business strategy, labour, economy and talent.

We are also excited to launch our inaugural Leadership Programme for Trade Associations and Chambers (TAC) Councils on 27 March. Sign up here if you’d like to know more about the growing role played by TACs in the corporate governance ecosystem.

Enhancing value for our members

We hosted our first SID New Members Meet & Mingle session of the year on 19 February which was attended by over 60 members. It was heartwarming to see such lively engagement highlighting that the value of SID membership goes beyond learning to strengthening the connections and support systems within the director community.

As part of the individual membership benefits, members enjoy complimentary access to our Current Topic webinars which offer continuous professional development (CPD) hours. We presented an online webinar on Unlocking Value with Advisory Boards on 12 February.

We also host complimentary in-person events exclusively for members, such as the briefing session on 27 February presented by Asian Corporate Governance Association on the Regional Developments and Impact on Corporate Boards. Stay tuned to take advantage of these opportunities.

Our Women Directors Chapter hosted a workshop – Discover Your “Good” Brand – where participants explored their unique strengths and personal brand to advance in their boardroom journey.

Remember to renew your SID membership to keep enjoying access to our events, resources, learning programmes and of course networking opportunities. Contact us at [email protected] if you need any assistance.

Advancing your directorship journey

As we move into March, we look forward to welcoming you to our host of activities. Here are ways to stay engaged and develop yourself professionally.

Sign-ups are now open for the second cohort of our advanced Chairperson Accelerator Programme, jointly delivered with Heidrick & Struggles. To get a glimpse of what our first cohort experienced, check out the highlights and endorsements by past participants. A key feature of this six-week, in-person programme is the opportunity to engage with experienced chairs. Hear from experienced chairs as they share insights gained from years in the role.

If you are looking to learn from seasoned professionals, board members and nominating committee members on how to Stand Out and Secure Your Seat in the Boardroom, join our next Pit-Stop session on 18 March.

If you are not an accredited director yet, join our growing community. Since the launch of the SID Accreditation Programme in May 2024, nearly one in three SID members have earned their credentials, including seasoned directors who account for more than half of all accredited directors. Find out how.

Stay connected with us by following SID on LinkedIn, to receive latest updates on our new programmes, resources and upcoming events.

Thank you for your continued commitment to fostering leadership and governance in Singapore.

HIGHLIGHTS

Board Readiness Programme 2025-2026
July 2025 – May 2026

Sign up for our signature Board Readiness Programme designed to prepare senior executives and professionals for board directorship positions. This 10-month programme is based around professional training, board simulation exercises, self-assessment, mentorship and professional networking. Delivered by SID and its knowledge partners, the programme seeks to equip participants with essential board knowledge and skills, and attune them to the risks and opportunities facing boards today.

Registration ends 31 March 2025.

Listed Entity Director Programme
11 – 26 March 2025 | 2.00pm – 6.00pm | Online Webcast

The Listed Entity Director (LED) Programme is a pre-requisite course supported by the Singapore Exchange for first-time appointees on boards of listed companies. For a limited time only, complete all core and optional modules in one year and get a waiver of accreditation exam fees. Plus, receive a set of Corporate Governance Guides for Boards when you complete all 9 modules by the end of this year.

Stand Out and Secure Your Seat in the Boardroom
18 March 2025 | 9.00am – 10.30am | 10 Marina Blvd, Tower 2

Gain practical strategies to boost your visibility, build meaningful connections and secure a board seat. This session offers actionable insights to navigate biases, overcome obstacles and position yourself effectively for board opportunities. Learn from seasoned professionals, board members and nominating committee members as they share lessons on breaking barriers, leveraging unique strengths and attracting the right opportunities through authentic networking.

SID-SMU Directorship Programme Preview (Complimentary)
27 March 2025 | 5.30pm – 6.30pm | Online Webcast

Launched in 2007 in partnership with Singapore Management University (SMU), the Singapore Directorship Programme is the first local directorship training programme with formal certification. Set within an Asian context, the six core modules and one elective module are designed to enhance participants’ boardroom skills and update their knowledge and capabilities to navigate an increasingly complex business environment. At this information session, faculty will share highlights of the programme and address any queries.

SID Director Accreditation Exam (for members only)
1 – 30 April 2024 | Online (Remote Proctoring)

The SID Director Accreditation programme establishes standards for director competencies and ensures directors stay relevant through continuous professional development. To be accredited, members have to complete at least 32 hours of formal directorship training and pass the SID Director Accreditation Exam administered online. The exam covers the eight areas of boardroom competencies outlined in the Director Competency Model.

Board-level Tax Governance: Regulator and Practitioner Insights
30 April 2025 | 2.30pm – 5.30pm | Revenue House

Effective tax governance reflects a company’s commitment to transparency, accountability and responsible corporate citizenship. Boards play a pivotal role in establishing robust tax governance frameworks to manage tax risks, ensure compliance with evolving regulations and build stakeholder confidence. SID, in collaboration with Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and BDO, looks at the latest developments, including the Tax Governance Framework and the Tax Risk Management and Control Framework for Corporate Income Tax.

SID Guide for Boards
Cyber Resilience Guide for Boards in Singapore

The Cyber Resilience Guide for Boards in Singapore seeks to equip directors with essential insights and practical strategies to strengthen their organisations’ cyber posture. The Guide covers various aspects of cyber resilience to help board directors, including the four pillars of cyber resilience, an eight-step cyber resilience framework, responsibilities and liabilities of directors, regulatory frameworks and checklists for boards. The publication is a collaboration with ISTARI and NCS, supported by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore.

SID Directors Bulletin
Future-Proofing Boards for Disruption

What does a future-ready board look like? In an era of seismic shifts, from climate change to technological disruption, boards must do more than keep pace – they must lead the change. The board should serve as the moral compass of the organisation and drive the organisational culture. The board also has to facilitate learning and development, and commit to continuous self-examination, stepping back regularly to scrutinise decision-making processes and outcomes.

Are You Ready for Disruptions? 
12 February 2025

As part of its broader resilience-building efforts and in conjunction with Total Defence, SID signed a memorandum of understanding with Nexus, MINDEF to explore collaborative areas and activities to support board directors and help them prepare their organisations to be resilient and ready for disruptions. Resources and selected training programmes will be made available for board directors to upskill themselves to meet challenges posed by large-scale disruptions.

Committee Exchange and Lo-hei 2025 
12 February 2025

The SID Committee Members Exchange and traditional lo-hei to welcome the lunar new year was held on 12 February 2025. The event brought together SID supporters and volunteers, and provided a platform for networking, information exchange and updates on SID’s initiatives across its committees and chapters.

PARTNERS’ HIGHLIGHTS

Certified Chair Executive Programme
Advisory Board Centre
18-19 March 2025 | PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay | $6,290

Company of Good Recognition 2025
National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre
Applications are open until 28 March 2025

Singapore Apex Corporate Sustainability Awards 2025
Global Compact Network Singapore
Applications are open until 31 March 2025

APAC Legal Congress 2025
Singapore Corporate Counsel Association
3-4 April 2025 | 9.00am – 5.30pm | One Farrer Hotel
SID members: 50% off with code SIDMEMBER

Tee Up For The Champions Of Tomorrow, WATC 2025
Singapore Golf Association
24 April 2025 | Tanah Merah Country Club, Tampines Course

INSEAD Directors Forum
INSEAD
25-26 April 2025 | INSEAD Asia Campus
SID members: $95 off with code IDFSID2025

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