Increasingly professional accountants are being called upon to contribute at a governance level. To be able to operate effectively at this level a sound knowledge of corporate governance, whether it be for large or small companies is essential.
Description
Course overview
Increasingly professional accountants are being called upon to contribute at a governance level. To be able to operate effectively at this level a sound knowledge of corporate governance, whether it be for large or small companies is essential.
Complete this course to enhance your knowledge and develop your potential to contribute at this level.
Key topics include:
Module 1: Corporations
- The nature and structure of corporations
- Division of corporate powers
- Agency theory
Module 2: Corporate governance
- Theories, definitions and its importance
- Frameworks
- Codes, principles and recommendations
- Obligations for external reporting on governance arrangements
Module 3: Duties of directors
- Directorships
- Types of directors
- Director protection
- Role of the board
This course consists of one online course, including a downloadable PDF learning manual and one multiple-choice online assessment.
Learning objectives
Module 1: Corporations
- Describe the nature of corporations.
- Describe the division of corporate powers within the corporate structure.
- Discuss the key features of corporate structures.
- Discuss agency theory and how it is used to understand corporate behaviour.
Module 2: Corporate governance
- Explain corporate governance and its importance.
- Identify the key elements of a corporate governance framework.
- Apply codes and principles of corporate governance.
Module 3: Duties of directors
- Examine the characteristics and duties of directors under Australian Commonwealth law.
- Examine the duties of and protection available to directors under Australian law.
- Describe how boards operate.