This course aims to enable students to integrate ethics into how effective corporate governance should be structured and operated within the modern corporate setting, having regard to legal arrangements and social economic theories.

However, even with proper governance in place, if the board meetings cannot have the "right" environment and communications and interactions cannot be conducted in a "constructive" mode, it will not be a successful organization. Since effective communication and interaction is one of the key attributes for successful board meetings, it is best to include soft skills on communication and conflict management theories and techniques in this course to prepare students to be more effective when they enter into workplace.

Final examination:  Students will be assessed via written examination of their understanding of the governance concepts and theories learnt in class. 

# DEC AT element

Students are required to pass both coursework and examination components to guarantee to pass the course. Failing either component may lead to failure in the course. The passing mark is generally 50.