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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2020 - 2021
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Description The objective of this module is to provide participants with the knowledge of conceptual skills, theoretical frameworks and practical tools to be able to address responsibly and effectively ethical challenges in organisations, with particular reference to issues pertaining to finance. It addresses both the importance of ethical norms and ethical behaviour by individuals operating in organisations, and the role of institutional regulation to prevent unethical behaviour. This module reviews corporate governance structures and discusses both the legal and ethical duties of Board members. It examines key requirements for effective corporate governance and the issues that may hinder this. It also examines a Board’s duty toward the company’s stakeholders and how different approaches to governance will guide this. The module also reviews recent financial and corporate governance failures to determine the key issues involved and the influences that motivated poor decision making. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Understand the requirement for corporate responsibility and the need for ethics within organisations. 2. Critically examine the financial operations of organisations. 3. Evaluate and compare the guiding governance principles and regulatory frameworks. 4. Critical analyse the role, legal obligations and ethical responsibilities of key players in corporate governance. 5. Discuss the challenges that arise with creating shareholder value and protecting the interests of stakeholders. 6. Appraise recent financial and corporate governance failures and identify factors that influenced decision making. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities The need for ethics in organisationsAgency, accountability and social responsibilityThe financial systemOverview of the (Irish) financial systemThe Irish financial crisisAnalysis of the recent financial crisis - Irish perspective Regulation and the Irish financial systemFinancial Management and Corporate FinanceCorporate objectives and shareholder wealth maximisation; Risk management; Financial reportingIntroduction to Corporate GovernanceThe building blocks of Corporate Governance; Board reporting relevant to Corporate Governance; The role of the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement; Corporate Governance and the Irish Banks; Corporate Governance frameworks: US v UKStakeholder AccountabilityKey challenges for boards; Evaluating board performance; Institutional investors and shareholder activism; Stakeholder accountability and global corporationsThe Not-for Profit SectorAnalysis of the Not-for Profit sector in Ireland and relevant corporate governance frameworkThe future of Corporate GovernanceCurrent debates surrounding corporate governance | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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