Course Outline
Foundations of Corporate Governance
- Understanding the Definition of Corporate Governance
- Historical Context of Corporate Governance
Significance of Corporate Governance
- Global Perspectives on Corporate Governance
- Identifying Key Participants in a Company’s Corporate Governance Framework
Roles and Responsibilities of Company Officers (Including Directors)
- Core Corporate Governance Principles covering:
- Organizational Structure and Hierarchy
- Relationships with Shareholders and Stakeholders
- Board Duties
- Integrity
- Disclosure and Transparency
- Management Committees and their specific roles, such as:
- Compliance and Audit Committee
- Remuneration Committee
- Nomination Committee
- Credit (Finance) Committee
- Other committees as necessary
Controls and Policies
- Internal and External Controls and Regulations:
- Self-regulation by the Board/Management, overseen by Management Committees
- Enforcement Mechanisms
- Distinguishing Between Mandatory Rules and Optional Principles
- Government Regulations
- Industry Codes and Guidelines
- Key Policies to Be Established, Including:
- Financial Crime Prevention – AML, KYC, etc.
- Whistle-blowing Procedures
- Complaints Handling
- Risk Management – Financial and Operational
- Corporate Responsibility
- Staff Welfare (Including Health and Safety)
Testimonials (5)
The trainer was very knowledgeable and well prepared. I think we was very well capable to prepare a training that was suitable for our needs.
Sophia van den Broek - Triple Jump
Course - Corporate Governance
It was a one to one session so I was able to ask specific questions relating to my own company needs. The course covered the topic really well and gave me many ideas and actions to take away.
Hazel Matthews
Course - Corporate Governance
The whole day was just great and relaxed which really helped. All the printouts really helped.
Louise Mackrell
Course - Corporate Governance
She was very personable and presented a fluid delivery of the course material.
Karli Buckle
Course - Corporate Governance
Tabitha was engaging, very knowledgeable, clear and prepared.