Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of Corporate Governance

• Understand the principles of corporate governance and its importance.
• Recognize the role of governance committees in corporate oversight.
• Identify key governance frameworks and best practices (OECD, IFC, SOX, UK Corporate Governance Code).

2. Corporate Committee Structures and Functions

• Define the role and responsibilities of key corporate committees, including:
• Audit Committee.
• Risk Management Committee.
• Compensation and Remuneration Committee.
• Nominations and Governance Committee.
• Ethics and Compliance Committee.
• Understand committee charters, mandates, and governance policies.

3. Leadership and Decision-Making in Corporate Committees

• Develop effective leadership skills for committee chairs and members.
• Implement strategic decision-making frameworks for corporate boards.
• Learn how to balance stakeholder interests and corporate objectives.

4. Compliance and Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with corporate governance laws and regulatory requirements.
• Align corporate governance practices with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), SEC, EU, and national governance codes.
• Implement corporate ethics policies, anti-corruption measures, and risk mitigation strategies.

5. Financial Oversight and Risk Management

• Understand financial accountability and transparency requirements.
• Oversee internal audits, external audits, and financial reporting processes.
• Implement risk management strategies for corporate sustainability.

6. Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• Promote ethical decision-making and corporate integrity.
• Align corporate strategy with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) objectives.
• Develop sustainability and social responsibility initiatives within committees.

7. Crisis Management and Conflict Resolution

• Learn how corporate committees should respond to crises and reputational risks.
• Apply conflict resolution strategies within boards and governance structures.
• Ensure continuity planning and succession management.

8. Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyze real-world examples of effective corporate governance.
• Participate in boardroom and committee decision-making simulations.
• Develop a customized governance strategy for an organization.

Target Audience

• Board members and corporate executives
• Governance and compliance officers
• Legal advisors and corporate secretaries
• Audit and risk management professionals
• Ethics and corporate social responsibility (CSR) officers