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Demonstrate practical application of Corporate Governance principles and evaluate how these mechanisms affect decision‐making and expectations.
Critically assess how stakeholders shape the roles and responsibilities of both principals and agents.
Develop an in‐depth understanding and critical appreciation of the strengths and shortcomings of Global Corporate Governance mechanisms in real‐world contexts.
Develop and apply critical and creative thinking skills in the context of ethical global business operations.
Demonstrate the ability to engage in lifelong learning through self‐directed, in‐depth research of Corporate Governance issues.
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Key topics include:
- Corporate governance
- The benefits of effective corporate governance;
- International Comparative Corporate Governance and Operations;
- Ethical principles and governance best practices
The mechanisms (devices) reviewed in this unit determine whether the organisations we work in are managed responsibly and with care, or whether the resources that managers control are squandered or deployed for the benefit of both shareholders and societal stakeholders.