Corporate Governance - The Importance of Ethics
Presenters : Caryn Maitland CA(SA)
Overview
One of the ways a company can ensure its longevity is through the setting up of a sound and appropriate governance structure that is guarded by ethically driven directors who can steer the company into prosperity.
In South Africa, corporate governance is informed by statutes, common law, codes of best practice, and regulations. The Companies Act 71 of 2008 deals with company law and its enforcer is the CIPC while the King IV Code on Corporate Governance prescribes good governance principles and practices that an organisation should follow. Many corporate scandals that surface now and then in the media are an indication of governance weaknesses brought about by a failure to follow and adhere to the above.
Learning objectives
By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies:
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Understand what good corporate governance entails.
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See how corporate governance is embedded in the Companies Act 71, 2008.
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Understand the intent and purpose of the King IV Code on Corporate Governance and be able to offer advice on it.
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Reflect on what ethical leadership looks like and consider how to implement good corporate governance regardless of the size of your organisation.
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Establish the link between ISQM 1 and corporate governance.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
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The Companies Act, No 71 of 2008.
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King IV Corporate Governance Framework.
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ISQM 1 relevance.
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Theories of ethical leadership.
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Corporate governance successes and failures.
