Be the leader you want to be
Student membership
As a student with an eye on becoming a future business leader, the IoD offers you the opportunity to tap into the knowledge of experienced directors who’ve been where you are now. We encourage students of all ages to join us on this challenging and rewarding adventure.
Student members have limited but valuable access to IoD’s community and services.
Resource library
Our continuously updated library provides essential reading, watching and listening on topics from legal and tax issues to HR and boardroom effectiveness.
Online events
Meet and hear from directors who have walked the walk and are excited to share their experiences on a wide range of issues from sustainability to boardroom etiquette.
Regions and branches
Discover your local community of business leaders covering broad sectors of the UK economy.
Premises and workspace
Explore our network of premises and workspaces, enabling you to meet and work across the UK. Excludes access to 116 Pall Mall.
Special offers
Our collective strength means we can negotiate discounts and offers on behalf of our members. Save on essential business services, from liability insurance to car hire.
IoD Academy
Limited access to our digital academy to assess gaps in your knowledge and continue your learning journey.
Joining as a student member has been really helpful for me but I’m not sure other young people understand all the benefits. The events are a great way to network with business experts and the free advice you can get on things like tax is really useful.
Join today
Membership is open to everyone, from aspiring directors to those with senior-level responsibilities. Depending on your experience and the benefits you need, there are different tiers available.
IoD member
For practising executive and non-executive directors or equivalents in the public and third sectors.
International
For practising executive and non-executive directors or equivalents based overseas.
Associate
For aspiring directors, former directors and those who work closely with directors.
Join us
Connect with other directors, develop yourself and influence the people that matter.
Free registration with IoD
Stay up-to-date on issues that affect directors and get access to free resources.