Corporate Governance & Risk Management
Explore corporate governance, its laws, ethical aspects, and future trends in this 8-week online course.
Week 1: Introduction to Corporate Governance
Corporate Governance Explained
UK Corporate Governance Code
Reporting on the Code
Board leadership and company purpose
Week 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework
Corporate Governance Laws and Regulations: Navigating the Intricate Landscape
Role of Government Agencies and Authorities: Governments play a crucial role in overseeing corporate behaviour.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act
The Unexpected Benefits of Sarbanes-Oxley
HBR Review of SOX
2023 Edelman Trust Barometer Special Report: The Collapse of the Purchase Funnel
The 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer Special Report
Summary of Lesson 2
End of Week 2 Quiz
Week 3: Board of Directors and Leadership
The Structure of the Board
An Example of a College Organisational Chart
The Role of Independent Directors
Leadership & Decision Making
End of Week 3 Quiz
The Art of Leadership
Leadership Styles
Autocratic Leadership
Democratic Leadership
Transformational Leadership
Transactional Leadership
Laissez-Faire Leadership
Situational Leadership
Servant Leadership
Charismatic Leadership
Visionary Leadership
Coaching Leadership
End of Week 4 Quiz
Week 4: Shareholders and Stakeholders
Shareholder Rights and Activism
The Stakeholder Power/Interest Matrix
End of Week 5 Quiz
Week 5: Risk Management and Compliance
Identifying and Assessing Corporate Risks
Risk Management and Mitigation: A Strategic Approach
The SWOT Analysis
PESTLE Analysis
The collapse of the Barings Bank
End of Week 6 Quiz