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EIMF Certificate in Company Law and Corporate Administration

EIMF Certificate in Company Law and Corporate Administration

Dates

  • September 2026
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    Delivered Online
    €390 - €950
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Highlights

  • Live Online

  • 28 CPD Units | 28 Hours

  • HRDA Subsidised

The EIMF Live Online Learning Experience

Participants will receive access to the recorded sessions of the course.

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Course Overview

The Cyprus Companies Law, Cap. 113 was based on the provisions of the English Companies Act 1948, eroded by the influence of EU law since 2004 accession and on-going harmonization and modernisation in some of its sections. It includes a wide range of provisions covering the incorporation, functioning, administration, reorganisation and dissolution of Cyprus companies. Many Cyprus companies adopt partly or wholly the model Regulations contained in the First Schedule of the Companies Law, Cap. 113 (Table A).

This programme is built on more than 15 years of day-to-day experience with junior and senior corporate lawyers and corporate administrators and focuses in understanding the basic theory behind practice and filings with the Registrar of Companies, with regard to the formation and alterations of particulars in Cyprus companies.

Participants shall acquire a solid understanding of the main types of Cyprus companies with emphasis on private limited liability by shares companies, the relationship between members and officers and their respective powers and exposures, the nature and types of the share capital, the meetings of Directors’ and Shareholders’ Meetings and their respective Resolutions. Answers to questions from day-to-day practice will be given, through practical examples HE forms will be completed.

Programme Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the main characteristics of Cyprus companies.

  • Understand the importance of the Memorandum & Articles of Association

  • Improve knowledge regarding the relationship between Shareholders and Officers and the duties of each Officer.

  • Understand the different types of shares in Cyprus Companies.

  • Understand the procedure of structuring a Cyprus company (approval of name, common seal, capital, change in officers, transfers of shares etc.).

  • Analyse the Company's Meetings and the different types of Resolutions.

  • Describe the annual obligations of Cyprus companies.

  • Recognize and understand the main HE Forms for each procedure.

  • Use on-line filing methods and procedures with the Registrar of Companies.

Programme Outline

  • Cyprus Companies under Cap. 113

  • Cyprus Companies and other entities under other Cyprus Laws

  • Corporate Governance

  • The Common Seal of a Company under Cap. 113

  • The Registered Office under Cap. 113

  • The Directors under Cap. 113 and Table A

  • The Secretary under Cap. 113 and Table A

  • Officers' Liability Under the Companies Law, Cap. 113

  • The Members under Cap. 113 and Table A

  • Share Capital under Cap. 113 and Table A

  • Dividends and Profits under Cap. 113 and Table A

  • Accounts. Reports & Returns under Cap. 113

  • Statutory Books under Cap. 113

  • Board Meetings under Table A

  • Members' Meetings under Cap. 113 and Table A and types of Resolutions

  • Website of the Registrar of Companies

  • Registrar's main Forms (for actions under Cap. 113)

  • UBO Registry (overview)

Starting a Company

  • Application for approval of name (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • Incorporation of Cyprus Company (under Cap. 113 and practice - on line filing explanation)

  • Translation File of the Company

Running a Company

  • Updating the Registered Office (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • Updating the Officers (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • Updating share capital and shareholders (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • The Auditor's Perspective and Presentation of Financial Statements

  • Change of the Memorandum (objects clause under Cap. 113)

  • Change of the Articles (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • Change of Name (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • Registration of Charges (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

Closing a Company

  • Struck off (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

  • Reinstatement (under Cap. 113 and practice explanation)

Other

  • Notarization and Legalization of Documents

  • Certified Copies

Who Should Attend

This programme is ideal for:

  • Corporate Administrators/ Administrative Service Providers

  • Directors and Secretaries

  • Compliance Officers

  • Support staff in firms offering administrative services

  • Students, trainee and junior advocates who wish for a reliable insight in the field of Company law and corporate administration

Training Style

The training techniques are lecture, discussion, questions - answers, brainstorming and practice. The specific techniques are suitable for the nature of the subject of the seminar, the educational style of the trainer and the learning outcomes. Explanation of the necessary theory behind practice shall be made and progresses with a focus on the documents and procedures. Electronic material and hard copies shall be delivered to participants.

Knowledge Test

At the completion of the knowledge areas, participants will be assessed via the form of Multiple-Choice Questions which will consist of questions related to the material taught. The aim of the assessment is to examine participants' overall attention and knowledge of material taught as well as their competencies towards the implementation of practical cases.

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 28 CPD units in Law and Corporate Administration. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

The course has been approved and verified by the Cyprus Bar Association (CyBAR). The Summary of CyBAR’s Updated CPD Guidelines Based on the Operational Framework of the Cyprus Bar Association (CBA) Academy can be found here.

In-house Training

For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.

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Facilitators

  • Marios Mortis

    Marios Mortis

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    Marios Mortis holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting, as well as a Master's degree in Banking and Finance. He is a qualified member of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA). Marios has accumulated valuable experience working in various positions and companies within Cyprus's accounting, audit, advisory, assurance, and banking sectors. In the past seven years, Marios has embarked on a new and fulfilling career path in the field of education, which he finds both challenging and fascinating. He served as a Visitor Academic at a local university in Cyprus, where he taught several courses, including corporate governance and business ethics, corporate finance, corporate risk management, and audit and assurance. Currently, Marios holds the position of Trainer and Accountancy Programmes Leader at EIMF (European Institute of Management and Finance). In this role, he oversees the management of both professional and academic accounting and finance programmes. Marios has successfully designed and delivered professional training courses covering topics such as corporate reporting, tax, AML (Anti-Money Laundering), funds, forensic accounting, financial analysis, auditing, and financial workshops. Furthermore, Marios is entrusted with leading the Department of Accounting & Finance within EIMF's Academic School. He actively engages in research within the domains of finance and accounting, contributing to both academic and professional endeavors in these fields.

  • Mary-Olive McCluskey

    Mary-Olive McCluskey

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    Mary-Olive McCluskey is a practicing advocate, member of the Cyprus Bar Association since 2006 and a trained and approved by HRDA professional trainer. She has acquired in depth experience in company law and corporate administration and she is registered with the registry of licensed Insolvency Practitioners and CySEC certified persons (advanced). Mary-Olive is an active member of the Shipping and Aviation Committee of the Cyprus Bar Association and she is providing since 2021 independent legal services to the Safety Regulation Unit of the Cyprus Department of Civil Aviation. As of September 2023, Mary – Olive is a PhD student with the University of Cyprus in the field of International Aviation Law and the implementation of the Cape Town Convention and Aircraft Protocol by the Republic of Cyprus.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When will I receive my invoice?

    The invoice is issued on the day the course starts.

  • What payment methods are accepted?

    Payments can be made by bank transfer, cheque, or credit card.

  • When will my certificate be issued?

    Certificates are issued within 7–10 days after the course has been completed, provided that the invoice has been paid.

  • How can I access my certificate?

    Once your certificate has been issued, you will receive an automated email from Cademy notifying you that it is available.

    Click the Get Your Certificate button in the email to download your certificate.

    You can also access it from your Cademy account:

    1. Log in to your Cademy account from https://cademy.io
    2. Click on My Account from the top-right corner.
    3. From the drop-down menu select My Courses and Bookings.
    4. Choose the relevant course.
    5. Under Participants, click the three dots located next to your name. 
    6. Select Get Certificate.
  • Where can I access the course material?

    To access the course materials, such as presentations and recordings:

    1. Log in to your Cademy account from https://cademy.io
    2. Click on My Account from the top-right corner.
    3. From the drop-down menu select My Courses and Bookings.
    4. Choose the relevant course.
    5. Under Extra Details, you will find all the available course materials.
  • What is the HRDA?

    The Human Resource Development Authority (HRDA) of Cyprus is a semi-government governmental organisation that supports the development of workforce skills through training and development initiatives. Eligible training programmes approved by the HRDA may qualify for a subsidy, reducing the participation cost for eligible organisations and individuals, subject to the HRDA's terms and conditions.

  • Who is eligible for the HRDA subsidy?

    The HRDA subsidy is available to:

    • Companies registered in Cyprus that are applying for their employees.
    • Unemployed individuals who meet the eligibility requirements (see the FAQ below for required documents).
    • Self-employed individuals registered as self-employed in their ERMIS profile.

    To receive the subsidy, eligible persons must attend at least 75% of the course. 

  • What is ERMIS?

    ERMIS is the online platform of the Human Resource Development Authority (HRDA) of Cyprus, used for managing training programme registrations, participant details, subsidy applications, and attendance records. All participants attending HRDA-approved courses must have an ERMIS profile and use the platform’s attendance register to check in and check out during each course session. https://ermis.anad.org.cy/

  • What is the process for attending an HRDA-approved course?

    To attend an HRDA-approved course, you must:

    1. Register for the course through the EIMF website.
    2. Create the necessary ERMIS profile(s).
    3. Register for the course through ERMIS.
    4. Complete any additional HRDA requirements if you are applying for the subsidy as an unemployed or self-employed individual.
    5. Log onto ERMIS and check in through the relevant attendance register when you join the course session and check out when you leave each course session.

    See the FAQs below for detailed instructions.

  • Is an ERMIS profile required?

    Yes. ALL participants attending HRDA-approved courses must have an ERMIS profile, whether applying for the subsidy or not.

    • Companies applying for the HRDA subsidy for their employees:
    1. The company must have an ERMIS profile as a Legal Entity.
    2. The company must have their Employer role approved on the ERMIS system.
    3. Each participating employee, as well as a company authorised person and the company’s director, must have an ERMIS profile as a Natural Person
    4. The employees' and representatives’ profiles must be linked to the company's ERMIS profile.
    • All Individuals: 
    1. Must have an ERMIS profile as a Natural Person.

    You can create or access your ERMIS profile here: https://ermis.anad.org.cy/

  • How do I register for an HRDA-approved course through ERMIS?

    After booking your course through the EIMF website, you must also register through ERMIS, provided that the required profile(s) have already been created.

    • If you are registering as an individual:

    You must register through your personal ERMIS profile.

    • If a company is applying for the HRDA subsidy for its employees:
    1. Registration must be completed through the company’s ERMIS profile.
    2. The company profile used for registration must match the payroll company where each participant is employed.

    For example: If your organisation includes multiple companies, make sure each participant is registered under the correct company profile.

    Around one week before the course starts (or immediately after booking if you register less than one week before the course), we will email you the HRDA course details and instructions on how to complete your ERMIS registration.

  • What documents do unemployed individuals need to apply for the HRDA subsidy?

    When registering for the course through ERMIS, you must upload both of the following documents obtained from the Public Employment Service:

    1. A referral for participation in HRDA Multicompany courses (Παραπεμπτικό για Πολυεπιχειρησιακά Προγράμματα της ΑνΑΔ).
    2. An ES19 form confirming that you were unemployed from at least the course start date.
  • What do self-employed individuals need to do to apply for the HRDA subsidy?

    You must update your ERMIS profile:

    1. Log in to your ERMIS profile and select the Self-employed role from the available roles.
    2. Complete and submit the request.
    3. Once your request has been approved, you can register for courses and apply for the HRDA subsidy as a self-employed individual.

    When submitting your request, you must upload one of the following:

    1. A confirmation letter from the Social Insurance Services confirming acceptance of your registration as a self-employed person.
    2. A Confirmation letter from the Social Insurance Services confirming your self-employed status.
    3. Proof of payment of Social Insurance contributions for the most recent quarter (available through SISnet). 
  • Is the check-in and check-out process in ERMIS mandatory?

    Yes. All participants must log onto the ERMIS system and check onto the attendance register when they join a course session and check out when they leave a course session, as HRDA records attendance.

    To receive the subsidy, eligible persons must attend at least 75% of the course. Check-ins and check-outs reflect actual attendance.