COURSE OVERVIEW:

The structural integrity of a corporation depends on a clearly defined and rigorously managed framework for decision-making and financial commitment. This course provides a high-level exploration of the Delegation of Authority (DoA), focusing on how organizations balance the need for operational agility with the necessity of robust oversight. It examines the strategic design of authority matrices that empower managers while protecting the enterprise from unauthorized risks and financial exposure.

The scope of this training encompasses the legal and regulatory foundations of corporate governance, the creation of comprehensive DoA policies, and the technical implementation of approval workflows. Participants will learn how to define financial thresholds, differentiate between "Operating" and "Capital" expenditure authority, and manage the nuances of "Joint Signature" requirements. The course addresses the complexities of global operations, providing practical tools for maintaining governance consistency across diverse subsidiaries and international business units.

Coverage includes the analysis of the "Principal-Agent" relationship, the implementation of automated "E-Approval" systems, and the execution of periodic authority audits. Attendees will explore the link between DoA and internal control frameworks like COSO, and learn how to manage "Emergency" or "Interim" delegations during organizational transitions. By mastering the navigation of delegation of authority, professionals will be able to enhance organizational accountability and ensure that corporate governance becomes a driver of sustainable performance.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Design a robust Delegation of Authority (DoA) framework and matrix.
• Align authority limits with corporate strategy and risk appetite.
• Define clear financial and non-financial approval thresholds.
• Implement the "Four-Eyes" principle through joint signature protocols.
• Differentiate between "Delegated Authority" and "Administrative Task."
• Navigate the legal implications of unauthorized commitments and ultra vires.
• Integrate DoA policies into digital procurement and ERP systems.
• Manage delegation risks in multi-national and subsidiary structures.
• Execute "Periodic Reviews" and audits of authority assignments.
• Structure "Interim Delegations" for leaves of absence or transitions.
• Communicate authority limits effectively to all organizational levels.
• Comply with international corporate governance standards and codes.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Board Members, C-Suite Executives, Corporate Secretaries, Internal Auditors, Legal Counsel, and Senior Department Heads.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.