Strategic Corporate Governance
Duration: 5 days
This course equips senior leaders and board members with the knowledge and tools to enhance governance performance and drive sustainable success. By examining the principles of effective governance, participants will explore the strategic roles of directors, audit and risk committees, and how governance aligns with organisational purpose and stakeholder interests. The course delves into global governance codes, emerging ESG standards, and reputational risks through real-world case studies such as Enron and Maxwell. Participants will leave with practical insights to foster transparency, integrity, and accountability across their organisations.
This course is designed for executive and non-executive directors, senior managers, company secretaries, investor relations officers, and professionals working in strategy, risk, legal, or finance. It is particularly valuable for those responsible for strengthening corporate oversight, improving board effectiveness, or aligning governance practices with strategic priorities. Delegates from listed companies, public sector organisations, and family-owned enterprises will benefit equally from the course’s global scope and cross-sector relevance.
Foundations of Strategic Governance
- Understanding the principles and pillars of corporate governance
- Exploring the strategic role of boards in organisational performance
- Reviewing the UK Corporate Governance Code and global equivalents
- Assessing governance maturity models and effectiveness indicators
- Establishing the link between governance, trust, and stakeholder confidence
The Boardroom in Practice
- Defining board structures, roles and committee responsibilities
- Differentiating executive vs non-executive director contributions
- Examining board dynamics and group decision-making processes
- Evaluating director competencies, independence, and succession
- Exploring board performance review frameworks and practices
Governance Failures and Crisis Lessons
- Analysing case studies: Enron, Maxwell, and Carillion
- Identifying red flags, misconduct patterns, and oversight gaps
- Understanding the role of auditors, regulators, and whistleblowers
- Evaluating the impact of governance failures on stakeholders
- Developing governance risk mitigation and early warning systems
ESG, Ethics and Reputation
- Integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors
- Navigating ethical leadership and responsible decision-making
- Strengthening corporate reputation through transparency
- Aligning governance with sustainability and stakeholder values
- Responding to regulatory shifts and societal expectations
Strategic Oversight and Board Leadership
- Leading board-level strategic planning and oversight
- Aligning governance with business model innovation and risk
- Developing governance policies that drive performance
- Embedding continuous improvement in governance practices
- Constructing an action plan for board development and reform
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Interpret key corporate governance codes and principles across jurisdictions
- Evaluate the effectiveness of board structures, roles, and committees
- Apply governance maturity models to diagnose organisational capability
- Identify causes of governance failure and implement safeguards
- Integrate ESG and ethical considerations into strategic oversight
- Strengthen board performance through evaluation and development
- Mitigate reputational risk through transparent governance practices
- Lead governance reform aligned with organisational purpose and strategy