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Research School of Accounting · ANU College of Business and Economics
This course has two elements: (1) it examines the principles and practice of corporate governance, and provides a framework for analysing issues in the governance of corporations; and (2) it examines key areas of research in corporate governance. The first element provides a framework for analysing issues in the governance of corporations derived from a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and issues associated with corporate governance practices and mechanisms. This is achieved by examining the nature of corporations and their environments, and the concepts, principles and practices of corporate governance. This examination is based on a public interest perspective of corporations. Topics explore the complex interactive roles of various stakeholders in corporate governance, with some emphasis on shareholders, directors and management. Attention is also given to the regulation of corporations and to selected international corporate governance issues.
Typical assessment may include, but is not restricted to, class participation, assignment(s), quizzes and examination(s) as appropriate to assess the learning outcomes of the course.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Students taking this course are expected to commit 130 hours over the semester to completing the work. This will include attending classes, course reading, research, writing and assignment work. Students in this course attend BUSN4045 lecture (3 hours) plus a 1-hour seminar per week.There are additional prescribed readings and key issues that are to be addressed each week. In addition to participating in general discussion, each student is required to lead the class discussion for assigned discussion questions. The reading load is typically the equivalent of 2-4 journal papers per week in addition to the readings specified in the class summary.
Information about the prescribed textbook will be available via the Class Summary.