Diploma in Corporate Governance

Diploma in Corporate Governance Summary

Duration: 1 year
Schedule: Part time
Starting: September 2010
Fees: €14,000
Programme Director: Prof. Niamh Brennan

The Diploma in Corporate Governance programme content will incorporate debates on current challenges and developments in corporate governance. This will include analysis of real life case studies. The Diploma consists of four modules, comprising 12 courses as follows:

Overview of corporate governance
Legal Framework for Directors
Role of company boards
Directors' responsibilities
Selection of non-executive directors
Behavioural aspects of boards
Executive remuneration and incentives
Accounting and reporting responsibilities of directors and boards
Role, function and responsibilities of audit committees
Risk management and the role of executive and non-executive directors
Business strategy and company boards
Role of directors in improving business performance

For a full programme syllabus, please click here.

Teaching Methods

The resources and wealth of experience of the 100 strong academic staff in the UCD School of Business, combined with senior level management and practitioners as guest speakers, will enhance the learning experience.  Furthermore, the interaction among highly capable and motivated participants, sharing insights and experiences, will augment individuals’ knowledge and understanding.

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