How many CPD units does this course provide?

This course provides 6 verifiable CPD units on successful completion.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for company accountants and finance leaders, governance and compliance professionals and board advisers and assurance teams.

What prior knowledge do I need?

Basic understanding of corporate governance principles and board structures.

What does the course cover?

The course covers rules-based versus comply-or-explain governance approaches, enforceability of rules-based requirements through courts and limitations of rigid rules-based governance.

Will I receive a CPD certificate?

Yes. After successfully completing the course, you will receive a verifiable CPD certificate for 6 CPD units.

Corporate GovernanceIntermediate

Corporate Governance – Application of a Rules-Based Approach

6 CPD credits on completion

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About This Course

In this course, we will discuss corporate governance specific to the US and how it differs from that in the UK and the Commonwealth. You will learn new concepts like interlocking directorates, proxy advisory firms etc.

This course comprises videos, questions and additional reading materials and accounts for 6 units of CPD. One unit is the equivalent of one hour of learning. A certificate will be issued once you have completed all 6 units.

What You Will Learn

Differentiate between rules-based and comply-or-explain approaches to corporate governance
Explain the enforceability of rules-based governance requirements through the courts
Identify the limitations of a rules-based approach in addressing all possible governance circumstances
Analyze how a rules-based approach can encourage minimum-compliance attitudes rather than genuine adherence to governance principles
Evaluate when a rules-based approach is appropriate compared with principles-based alternatives

Who This Course Is For

Company accountants and finance leaders
Governance and compliance professionals
Board advisers and assurance teams
Accountants supporting organisational oversight

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of corporate governance principles and board structures

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Course Details

CPD Credits6

LevelIntermediate

CertificateYes

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