CSQS Courses - Syllabi

Introducing the scheme

CSQS is one of the most broad-based professional qualifying schemes equipping you for a variety of different career paths.  Valued worldwide by employers, this highly marketable qualification comprises eight modules.  You may need to study all eight modules or, depending on your existing qualifications, you may be exempt from some.   

Before registering on the scheme we recommend that you read Is CSQS right for me? This section gives you detailed information on the level of the scheme and what experience and/or qualifications you may need. 

If you are a qualified lawyer or accountant take a look at our Fast-Track Professional route to CSQS – with your current qualifications and experience you may be eligible to fast-track through the scheme.

The modules
The table below lists the eight modules. Please note that the Health Service Governance module will be available from 2012. Take a look at the summaries of each module. You can also read the syllabus and get a taste of what the exams may entail by reading the sample exam papers.

Level 1 

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Applied Business Law
• Corporate Governance OR Health Service Governance
• Corporate Law

Level 2 

• Financial Decision Making
• Strategy in Practice
• Corporate Secretarial Practice
• Chartered Secretaries Case Study