JST462 Corporate Governance (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Justice Studies (JUSTU)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
The subject examines various models of corporate governance, how organisational standards are established and maintained, self-regulation, the role of legal frameworks and corporate criminal liability. The external factors impacting upon corporate governance are explored, including the impact of class actions, consumer activism, environmental responsibilities, the role of the media, global pressure against corruption and the effect of technological change central to effective corporate governance in the ethical climate of the organisation. The issues of institutional culture, autonomy, accountability, individual and organisational responsibilities, for driving and institutionalising ethical change. The rights of individuals and employees to privacy and confidentiality are considered along with whistleblowing and the obligations upon organisations to disclose information relevant to their corporate governance responsibilities.
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: JST462
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Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Demonstrate a sound understanding of the major streams of thought in corporate governance
Discuss the ethical issues surrounding corporate governance
Demonstrate a sound understanding of how the media, environmental regulation, human rights and consumer activism impact upon corporate governance
Demonstrate an understanding of the techniques for implementing a change management process to enhance corporate governance.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Legal framework of governance Organisational standards Ethical climate of the organisation - driving ethical change Consumer activism Environmental responsibilities Media and corporate governance Rights of individuals - privacy - confidentiality - whistleblowing
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.