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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
MGT5GOV
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject ties together the full range of legal, managerial and ethical issues which affect corporate governance best practice. It identifies the best practice principles which students can apply in their own corporate or governmental situation. The topic coverage includes the elements of corporate governance, role, composition, functions and assessment of boards and board structures, corporate social responsibility, and director remuneration. The subject builds upon the knowledge of the law and its practical application gained from MGT5ACL: Applied Corporate Law and MGT5CAC: Corporate Accountability. This subject is offered in partnership with the Governance Institute of Australia.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMichael Wildenauer
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites IBU5GW; Students must be enrolled in LMCGR - Master of Management (Corporate Governance and Risk), or by permission of subject coordinator.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is managed and delivered by the Governance Institute of Australia. Classes normally begin 1-2 weeks after standard La Trobe semester and meet for 2.0 hours weekly for 12 weeks, depending on Governance Institute timetable. Classes may be offered in intensive block mode on weekends, depending on the Governance Institute timetable. Students may be able to take the subject online, with permission from the subject coordinator. Students are recommended to contact the subject coordinator prior to enrolling. Students are recommended to take Corporate Accountability - MGT5CAC, and Applied Corporate Law - MGT5ACL prior to enrolling in this subject. International student enrolment is limited to international students enrolled in one of the following courses: LMCGR, LMMGT, LMMEI, LMMHR, LMPM, LMMSM, LMIBUS, LZFAPA.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | On-line resources - academic and industry articles, research papers and other recources | Recommended | TBA | TBA |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Understand corporate governance regulatory regime and practices in Australia
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field in lectures/seminars and tutorials Work-based assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Analyse corporate governance guidelines and identify the fundamental principles of good corporate governance
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field in lectures/seminars and tutorials Work-based assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Evaluate the parameters for defining best practice in the field of corporate governance
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field in lectures/seminars and tutorials Work-based assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Apply corporate governance best practice to different types of organisations
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field in lectures/seminars and tutorials Work-based assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2019, Semester 2, Off Campus
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichael Wildenauer
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on any day including weekend at night from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Subject coordinator to provide schedule. Subject delivered by Governance Institute of Australia. Classes normally begin 1-2 weeks after standard La Trobe semester and meet for 2.0 hours weekly for 12 weeks, depending on Governance Institute timetable. Classes may be offered in intensive block mode on weekends, depending on the Governance Institute timetable."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Assignment - 2,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Examination | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
City Campus, 2019, Semester 1, Off Campus
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichael Wildenauer
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on any day including weekend at night from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Subject coordinator to provide schedule. Subject delivered by Governance Institute of Australia. Classes normally begin 1-2 weeks after standard La Trobe semester and meet for 2.0 hours weekly for 12 weeks, depending on Governance Institute timetable. Classes may be offered in intensive block mode on weekends, depending on the Governance Institute timetable."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Assignment - 2,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Examination | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |