Corporate Governance

by Lisa Weaver

Using real world examples and case studies this course blends theoretical underpinnings with practical advice on creating efficient and effective management structures that minimise risk.

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This course will enable you to

  • Understand the main provisions of the UK's Corporate Governance Code
  • Identify governance problems within a company
  • Establish effective board management including remuneration and audit committees
  • Understand why poor governance has led to corporate scandal in the past
  • Use governance principles to create successful business strategies

About the course

The notorious case of Enron focused the world's attention on the corporate structure and management of business. The associated demise of Arthur Andersen shocked the accounting profession. Using real world examples and case studies throughout, Lisa Weaver's course blends theoretical underpinnings with practical advice on creating efficient and effective management structures that minimise risk. It is fully up to date with the Corporate Governance Code which was revised in May 2018.

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Contents

  • Introduction to corporate governance
    • Why is corporate governance important?
    • What is the theory behind corporate governance?
    • What approaches are used to encourage good corporate governance?
  • Code of best practice approach
    • What are the requirements for UK listed companies?
    • Do private companies have to follow corporate governance principles?
    • What are the consequences of non-compliance?
    • What are the Main Principles of the Code?
  • The legislative approach
    • Who has to comply with SOX, and what happens if they don't?
    • What are directors’ and auditors’ responsibilities under SOX?
    • How can management help to embed SOX within a company?
  • Managing boards
    • Why is it important to split the roles of chair and chief executive?
    • How can executive remuneration be managed fairly and with transparency?
    • Why do non-executive directors play a crucial role in good governance?
  • The role of the finance professional
    • How can finance professionals support good governance in an organisation?
    • Why is the audit committee a crucial part of good governance?
    • What part do internal auditors and internal controls play in good governance?
    • What good governance principles should be used in dealing with external auditors?

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Author

Lisa Weaver

After qualifying (ICAEW), Lisa spent several years in audit practice with Deloitte and was part of the national audit training faculty at KPMG. Since leaving practice, Lisa has worked in a variety of education-focused roles, including executive education and has maintained strong links with the accountancy professional bodies.

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