POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Why study a Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Governance?

The IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Governance (PGDip (Corporate Governance)) is designed to enable understanding, implementation and interpretation of the critical role of corporate governance in business sustainability and economic growth. This is especially relevant because the relationships between corporations, their stakeholders and the societies in which they function are complex and ever changing. This is the case across the public and private sectors. There is a strong focus on internal corporate governance and internal corporate governance mechanisms, as these mechanisms are used by shareholders to mitigate the conflict between managers and shareholders such that firm value is maximized.

This programme is academically rigorous and enables students to gain the appropriate knowledge and analytical skills than can be applied in a variety of organisational settings, including the corporate, governmental and non-profit sectors. The programme enables those seeking either entry or profession in their career to extend their skills and knowledge base to better comprehend, critically evaluate and interpret the workings of doing business in Africa and internationally.

Corporate Governance Career Opportunities

The programme is an enhancement to any field in business and any role in organizational leadership, particularly at senior management and board director level. Specific prospects in Corporate Governance as a field include:

• Corporate Governance Manager
• Legal and Compliance Manager
• Corporate Governance Consultant
• Company Secretary
• Risk Advisor
• Internal Control

Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Governance Programme Outline

The Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Governance focuses on both policy and strategic challenges, for senior managers working with boards or dealing with governance issues and directors within private and government entities. This programme will equip learners and enhance their skills in practicing corporate governance in their own place of work.

The programme structure consists of 6 modules, with a number of 20 credits per module and the qualification is at an NQF level 8.

Module 1: Corporate governance
As future company board members or CEOs, you need to understand both the principles, applications, and processes of adopting effective corporate governance measures in an organisation. An effective corporate governance system ensures that the company participants address their key roles and responsibilities as well as their relationships with each other and with the stakeholders.  The purpose of this module is to develop a thorough understanding and knowledge of the corporate governance skills and competencies necessary for managing an organisation effectively and ethically.

Module 2: Corporate governance and law
The purpose of this module is to provide students with a sound understanding and appreciation of legal environment within which organisations functions.  This Module seeks to highlight the legal frameworks relevant to Corporate Governance in South Africa and the obligations that are imposed on certain business structures, both in the private and public sectors. The principal aim of this module is to expose students to the South African legislative environment.

Module 3: Ethical business decision making
The purpose of the module is for students to understand the importance of ethical business decision-making and resolving ethical dilemmas faced by corporate organisations at the macro, meso and micro levels. this module begins with an exploration of ethical behaviour that governs the conduct of professionals within the workplace and business environment. While ethical beliefs are held by individuals, they are also reflected in values, interactions, and business acumen practices. Hence, this module is designed to facilitate the recognition of ethical issues, evaluating the impact of unethical behaviour, and adapting organisational principles and practices to promote ethical behaviour.