Strategic Corporate Governance

This Strategic Corporate Governance course is tailored for high-level professionals seeking to enhance their organization's governance frameworks. Through a rigorous exploration of governance systems at both board and executive levels, the course addresses the growing need for strong governance in today’s complex corporate landscape. Participants will deepen their understanding of strategic planning, leadership, and compliance, enabling them to critically evaluate and improve governance within their organizations.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Analyze the principles and components of effective corporate governance.
• Evaluate board roles, structures, and dynamics to strengthen oversight.
• Integrate strategic management with governance practices.
• Apply global governance standards and benchmarks.
• Develop comprehensive governance evaluations and action plans.

• Board Members and Committee Chairs
• Senior Executives and CEOs
• Corporate Governance and Compliance Officers
• Internal Audit and Risk Management Professionals

Module 1: Understanding Corporate Governance

• Definition and significance
• Historical development
• Key governance challenges
• Principles of good governance
• The 4 Ps of governance

Module 2: Board Governance

• Role within organizational hierarchy
• Duties and responsibilities
• Board structure and composition
• Tools and instruments for governance
• Board dynamics and leadership influence

Module 3: Strategic Planning and Management

• Fundamentals of strategy
• Strategic leadership principles
• Organizational levels of strategy
• Strategic management systems
• Governance in strategy execution

Module 4: Integrated Assurance and Control

• Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)
• Three Lines of Defense model
• Internal and external audit roles
• Emerging governance practices
• Integrated disclosures and reporting

Module 5: Global Corporate Governance Practices

• Overview of international codes
• Governance guiding principles
• Board evaluation methodologies
• Governance measurement and benchmarking
• Final wrap-up and key takeaways

Module 6: Income and Tax Implications

• Components of comprehensive income
• Differentiating current vs. deferred taxes
• Income tax accounting practices

Module 7: Financial Instruments and Investments

• Investment classification under IFRS 9
• Strategic implications of investment decisions

Module 8: Consolidation and Business Combinations

• Concepts of control and power
• Consolidating financial statements
• Equity method and significant influence
• Accounting for goodwill

Module 9: Governance and Organizational Change

• Applying change for operational efficiency
• Aligning governance with transformation initiatives

Module 10: Governance Reporting and Future Trends

• Corporate disclosures best practices
• Frameworks for future-ready governance
• Case studies and final governance evaluation

The course combines various teaching methods, including instructor-led presentations, group discussions, case study analyses, and assessments through quizzes and a final exam to engage participants and ensure they understand and retain the material.