A LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF CORPORATE DIRECTORS

OBJECTIVE: SOUND GOVERNANCE

A CLASS OF ITS OWN

The certification program teaches the highest standards of quality in corporate governance, in keeping with the values of excellence, fairness and integrity. Participants graduate as Administrateurs de sociétés certifiés (ASCs) and are able to apply best governance practices in their work on corporate boards.

> Only governance certification program in Quebec, leading to ASC designation

UNIVERSITY CERTIFICATION IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Faculty of Business Administration—with a view to strengthening corporate boards of directors (BODs) and bolstering corporate governance. The CAS is known for its high quality professional activities, which are tailored to the North American context and delivered by experienced professors and practitioners.

> More than 50 business partners proudly supporting CAS activities

> More than 700 graduates now working in all sectors and offering a variety of expertise

> Exceptional client satisfaction rating across all training options

> Outstanding training venues, in Québec and Montréal

> Continuing education courses recognized by 7 professional corporations and associations

The Collège des administrateurs de sociétés (CAS) is the first French-language institution dedicated to the development of corporate directors. The CAS was founded in 2005 by four key partners—the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, the Autorité des marchés financiers, the Quebec government’s Ministère du Conseil exécutif and Laval University’s

The Collège is proud to have the support of numerous partners whose commitment has enabled it to excel. The mission of the Collège is to contribute to the development and promotion of sound corporate governance by offering training programs at the cutting edge of best practices.

> Only program in Quebec leading to a university certification in governance

> Specialized courses in governance for SMEs, NPOs and BOD or BOD committee chairs

> More than 125 renowned speakers across the various training programs

> Flexible schedule so participants can complete the program at their own pace

> Five three-day intensive modules

> 120 hours of in-depth classroom training, including 20 simulation hours

> More than 50 speakers

> Access to electronic teaching materials at all times

> Full recognition of the program (equivalence granted) in Canada and in France through agreements with The Directors College and the Sciences Po-affiliated Institut Français des Administrateurs, in France

> Custom training offered in partnership with organizations seeking to offer their directors and executives further education in governance

> R e c o g n i z e d e x p e r t i s e t h a t h a s been shared internationally through partnerships with the Institut Français des Administrateurs (IFA), the Institut Marocain des Administrateurs (IMA) and the European Confederation of Directors’ Associations (ecoDa)

THREE SPECIALIZED COURSES

Over 700 individuals hold the designation of Administrateur de sociétés certifié (ASC). In Quebec, the designation is awarded only to graduates of the Collège’s certification program in corporate governance.

WHO ARE ASCs?

ASCs adhere to a code of ethics and commit to fulfilling their continuing education requirements. They have varied professional backgrounds and are first-rate candidates for bringing diversity to a board of directors.

THE ASC DATABASE

The ASC database is an online search tool to help you find certified directors for your BOD.

+ More than 700 profiles to explore

+ A variety of expertise and business sectors

+ An essential resource for your governance objectives

Let us help you find the right ASC for you.

www.BanqueAdministrateurs.com

In addition to the courses leading to certification in corporate governance, the Collège offers three specialized courses that give participants access to the expertise of 6 to 10 speakers. Specialized courses are offered on a two-day intensive basis with 15 hours of classroom training per course.

GOVERNANCE OF SMEsThis course is aimed at entrepreneurs, executives, directors and investors working in the world of SMEs. Participants will reflect on the governance practices that will most effectively support business sustainability and growth, and will identify concrete ways to achieve those objectives.

GOVERNANCE OF NPOsThis course is aimed at directors and officers of non-profit organizations that were created under Part III of the Quebec Companies Act or its federal equivalent, that have at least five employees and that are receiving public and/or private assistance to fulfill their mission. Participants will gain a better understanding of the role, responsibilities and obligations of NPO directors and managers. They will also explore key trends and concerns in governance.

Lastly, participants will learn how to adequately equip directors and managers to meet the

INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION418-656-2630 www.cas.ulaval.ca

NB: Training dates and networking activities organized by the Collège are available on the CAS website.

Space is limited.

Training hours offered by the Collège are recognized by the following professional corporations and associations. Training hours also fulfill the ongoing education requirement for holders of the Institute of Corporate Directors’s ICD.D designation.

challenges that arise when modernizing their governance.

Joint registrations are preferred: registrations in which a board chair or director registers with the head of the organization will be given priority.

GOVERNANCE AND CHAIR LEADERSHIPThis course is aimed at directors who regularly or occasionally chair a board of directors, one of its committees or an advisory committee of an SME. Participants will develop the behavioural skills and abilities needed to fulfill their key governance position as chairperson, and they will gain a broader understanding of the responsibilities of the position. Topics will be taught through case studies and small group simulations to maximize interaction.

Professional recognition

Faculty of Business AdministrationPalasis-Prince Pavilion2325 De la Terrasse StreetLaval UniversityQuébec, Quebec G1V 0A6

Phone: 418-656-2630Fax: 418-656-2624Email: info@cas.ulaval.ca

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IN QUÉBEC AND MONTRÉAL

PARTNERS IN EXCELLENCE

Gold partners

Silver partners

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The Collège offers training at the offices of the Caisse de dépôt et pla-cement du Québec and its real estate subsidiary Ivanhoé Cambridge.

QuébecPrice Building65 Sainte-Anne Street

MontréalLe 1000 Conference Centre1000 De la Gauchetière Street WestCASulaval

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