Foundations of Governance and Board Dynamics (3-days) online course

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to implement a successful strategy that enables you to:

• Understand the evolution of corporate governance theories—from agency theory to stakeholder capitalism—and their implications for board responsibility and accountability.
• Interpret and compare global governance codes and standards (e.g., UK Code, OECD Principles), including adaptations in emerging market contexts.
• Explore how corporate purpose, long-term value creation, and ethical leadership intersect to shape strategic governance.
• Analyse how boards align purpose, ESG, and organisational culture through strategic oversight and accountability mechanisms.
• Rethink traditional interpretations of fiduciary duty in light of broader stakeholder expectations and sustainable capitalism.
• Evaluate how boards govern risk in complex environments, with a focus on anticipating and responding to systemic uncertainty.
• Compare unitary and dual board structures, including hybrid practices, and assess their impact on governance dynamics and accountability.
• Assess how functional, demographic, and cognitive diversity enhance board performance, decision-making quality, and resilience.
• Understand the evolving structure and function of board committees, and how they meet modern expectations for oversight and specialization.