Section 2
MEMBERSHIP FEE SCHEDULE
2.1 Overview and Policy
The Chartered Institute of Leadership and Governance (CILG) is a professional body whose financial sustainability depends on the contribution of its members through membership subscriptions, upgrade fees, and other professional services charges. All fees collected are used exclusively to fund the delivery of CILG qualifications, professional development services, member benefits, regulatory compliance, and the advancement of the profession.
The CILG fee structure is reviewed annually by the CILG Finance Committee and ratified by the Board of Governors. Fee revisions are communicated to all members at least ninety (90) days before they take effect. The fee schedule set out in this section represents the standard fee schedule for the 2024 financial year.
Currency Notice: All fees are denominated in United States Dollars (USD). Members residing outside the United States are subject to the same fee schedule; however, regional pricing supplements may apply in certain jurisdictions, subject to Board approval and published in the CILG Regional Fee Schedule supplement.
2.2
Membership Upgrade Fees
The Membership Upgrade Fee is a one-time charge payable at the point of application for progression to a new membership grade. This fee covers the administrative cost of application processing, qualification verification, evidence assessment, and conferral of the new grade.
IMPORTANT NOTE — Upgrade Fee Policy
Non-RefundableUpgrade fees are non-refundable once an application has been submitted and formally acknowledged by the Registrar.
Deferred ApplicationsWhere an application is deferred (not declined), the upgrade fee covers one resubmission within 12 months at no additional charge.
Declined ApplicationsWhere an application is declined, a new upgrade fee is payable upon re-application.
Payment Before ProcessingUpgrade fees must be paid in full before an application will be formally processed. The upgrade fee is separate from and in addition to the annual membership subscription.
| Membership Grade | Designation | Upgrade / Application Fee (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Member | — | USD 50 | Initial enrollment/registration fee; paid once on first enrollment |
| Affiliate Member | AffCILG | USD 200 | Payable on application to upgrade from Student to Affiliate |
| Associate Member | ACILG | USD 300 | Payable on application to upgrade from Affiliate to Associate |
| Full Member | MCILG | USD 500 | Payable on application to upgrade from Associate to Full Member; includes Viva Voce administration |
| Fellow | FCILG | USD 700 | Payable on application for Fellowship; includes Fellowship Interview administration and Conferment |
| Honorary Fellow | Hon. FCILG | Waived | Honorary Fellowship is conferred by the Board; no fee applies |
| Corporate Membership | CCILG | USD 1,000 | Corporate registration/onboarding fee; applies to all corporate membership tiers |
* The Student Enrollment Fee of USD 50 is the initial one-time fee for joining the CILG qualification framework. It is not technically an 'upgrade fee' but is included here for completeness. It covers CILG system registration, access to the Learning Management System, and issuance of the Student Membership Certificate.
2.3
Annual Membership Subscription Fees
The Annual Membership Subscription is a recurring charge payable each year to maintain active CILG membership in good standing. Subscriptions fund the ongoing delivery of member services, CPD resources, publications, regulatory functions, and the CILG's professional advocacy work.
Subscription Payment Policy
- Annual subscriptions fall due on the 1st of January each year (or on the anniversary of membership for new members joining mid-year).
- A grace period of thirty (30) days is provided after the due date before any lapse penalties apply.
- Members who have not paid by the end of the grace period will receive a formal reminder and a further fourteen (14) days to pay.
- Membership is placed in 'Lapsed' status after forty-four (44) days of non-payment from the due date.
- Lapsed members may not use CILG post-nominal designations and lose access to member benefits.
- Monthly installment payment options are available for Associate, Full Member, and Fellow grades — apply to Membership Services.
- Student Members do not pay an annual subscription; their membership is maintained through active enrollment in CILG qualification modules.
| Membership Grade | Designation | Annual Subscription (USD) | Payment Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Member | — | No annual subscription | N/A — maintained by active module enrollment | Enrollment fee USD 50 (one-time) |
| Affiliate Member | AffCILG | USD 40/year | Annually (or quarterly installments of USD 10) | First year subscription due upon upgrade confirmation |
| Associate Member | ACILG | USD 50/year | Annually (or quarterly installments of USD 12.50) | Includes access to digital Journal of L&G |
| Full Member | MCILG | USD 60/year | Annually (or monthly installments of USD 5.00) | Includes full Members' Portal and research library access |
| Fellow | FCILG | USD 80/year | Annually (or monthly installments of USD 6.67) | Includes Fellows' Council participation rights |
| Honorary Fellow | Hon. FCILG | Waived | N/A | All benefits provided at no charge |
| Corporate Membership | CCILG | USD 700/year | Annually | Covers all enrolled individual staff; tiered benefits apply |
2.4
Corporate Membership Fee Structure
Corporate Membership fees are structured to reflect the size and scale of the organization. The standard Corporate Membership Annual Subscription is USD 700 per year, applicable to all three corporate tiers. Differences in the tiers relate to the number of individual staff memberships included and the level of access to CILG services, not to the subscription price.
Tier 1
Associate Corporate
ACCorp-CILG
Up to 50 staff
Registration Fee
USD 1,000
Annual Subscription
USD 700/year
Individual Memberships
Up to 10
25% discount on individual fees
Tier 2
Full Corporate
FCorp-CILG
51–500 staff
Registration Fee
USD 1,000
Annual Subscription
USD 700/year
Individual Memberships
Up to 50
25% discount on individual fees
Tier 3
Premier Corporate
PCorp-CILG
500+ staff
Registration Fee
USD 1,000
Annual Subscription
USD 700/year
Individual Memberships
Unlimited
Preferential rates on individual fees
Staff Discount: Individual staff enrolled under a Corporate Membership receive a 25% discount on individual upgrade fees and annual subscriptions for the duration of active Corporate Membership. Discounts are applied automatically upon verification of the corporate relationship.
2.5
Other Fees and Charges
| Service / Item | Fee (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement Membership Certificate | USD 25 | Digital certificate reissue is free; physical replacement incurs a fee |
| Membership Verification Letter | USD 15 | Official letter confirming grade, issued within 5 working days |
| Expedited Application Processing | USD 75 | Processing within 5 working days instead of standard timelines |
| Exemption Assessment Fee (per module) | USD 50 | Non-refundable; charged per exemption application, not per approved exemption |
| CPD Audit Fee | USD 30 | Charged when a member's CPD return is selected for formal audit |
| Reinstatement Fee (up to 12 months lapsed) | USD 50 | Administrative fee for reinstatement; arrears also payable |
| Reinstatement Fee (12–24 months lapsed) | USD 75 | Administrative fee; arrears also payable |
| Reinstatement Fee (over 24 months lapsed) | USD 100 | Full re-application process; arrears also payable |
| Appeals Administration Fee | USD 40 | Refunded if appeal is successful |
| Duplicate Transcript | USD 20 | Official CILG academic/professional transcript |
| Change of Name / Details on Register | USD 10 | Requires supporting documentation |
2.6
Hardship, Waivers, and Concessionary Fees
2.6.1 CILG Hardship Fund
CILG recognizes that financial hardship may, in exceptional circumstances, prevent otherwise qualified and committed professionals from maintaining their membership or pursuing progression. The CILG Hardship Fund provides a mechanism for fee support to members facing demonstrable financial difficulty.
Hardship Fund — Key Terms
Supporting Members Through Genuine Financial Difficulty
- Eligibility: Current CILG members (at any grade) who can demonstrate genuine financial hardship.
- Maximum Award: Up to 100% of the annual subscription fee for one year; up to 50% of an upgrade fee.
- Application: Via a confidential written application to the CILG Secretary-General, with supporting evidence.
- Decisions are made by the Secretary-General in consultation with the Finance Committee Chair, with full confidentiality.
- Hardship support may be granted a maximum of two (2) times per member in any five-year period.
2.6.2 – 2.6.4 Concessionary Fee Rates
2.6.2 Low- and Middle-Income Country (LMIC) Concession
50% Off
Members resident in countries classified as low- or middle-income by the World Bank are entitled to a concessionary fee rate of fifty percent (50%) on both the upgrade fee and annual subscription for their grade. This concession applies automatically on application; members must indicate their country of residence on their membership form. The CILG Finance Committee reviews the list of qualifying countries annually in line with World Bank classifications.
2.6.3 Early Career Concession
25% Off
Members who have been in full-time professional employment for fewer than three (3) years at the time of application for Affiliate or Associate Membership are entitled to a twenty-five percent (25%) reduction on the applicable upgrade fee. Evidence of employment start date is required.
2.6.4 Armed Forces, Government Service, and Non-Profit Concession
20% Off
Members in active military service, full-time public sector government service, or full-time employment with registered non-profit organizations are entitled to a twenty percent (20%) reduction on annual subscriptions at all grades. Verification of employment status is required annually at renewal.
2.7
Payment Methods
Members' Portal
Online payment via the CILG Members' Portal — credit card, debit card, or ACH bank transfer (USD accounts)
Bank Wire Transfer
Bank wire transfer to the CILG Official Banking Account — details provided on invoice
Check (USD Only)
Check (USD only) payable to 'Chartered Institute of Leadership and Governance' — mailed to the CILG Registrar's Office
Employer / Sponsor Payment
Organizations may pay on behalf of employees with prior arrangement
Reference Required
All payments must reference the member's CILG Membership Number to ensure correct allocation
No Cash Payments: CILG does not accept cash payments under any circumstances. Receipts are issued for all payments via email within two (2) working days of confirmed receipt of funds.
2.8
Invoicing and Receipt
Renewal Invoices Issued
60 Days Prior
Annual renewal invoices are issued sixty (60) days before the subscription due date.
Upgrade Fee Invoices
Auto-Generated
Upgrade fee invoices are generated automatically upon submission of an upgrade application.
All invoices and receipts are available in the CILG Members' Portal under 'Billing and Payments'.