CGAIZ is a division of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators in the United Kingdom established by the Chartered Secretaries (Private) Act (Chapter 27:03). CGAIZ is authorized to administer examinations, register members and firms, administer continuing professional development, enforce compliance with the code of professional conduct, conduct investigations of members, and take appropriate disciplinary actions as required. The institute completed a transition from an administration and secretarial institute and most of its members are employed in accounting or management positions. In addition to being an Associate of IFAC, CGAIZ is a member of the Pan African Federation of Accountants.