MAJOR OBJECTIVE
The programme is intended for business professionals and executives who want a deeper understanding of the legal environment within which those charged with the responsibility of leading an enterprise must operate.
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
Inputs from the course leader assist learners to relate the theory to practical examples from their own businesses. Comprehensive workbook with case studies and practical examples. Group work where information is debated and shared.
OPERATIONAL FINANCE DURATION
Course duration is one day.
FOR WHOM OPERATIONAL INTENDED
All individuals who need to reduce risk and improve their knowledge levels and the performance of an existing business.
Section 1The Legal Landscape
Lecture 1Introduction to the commercial environment
Lecture 2Laws affecting the average business
Lecture 3A choice of business entities
Section 2The Companies Act
Lecture 4Company law basics
Lecture 5Duties of directors
Lecture 6Directors’ liabilities
Section 3The Company, the Director and the Shareholder
Lecture 7Some case history
Lecture 8Remedies and solutions to conflict
Lecture 9Joint and several liability of directors
Section 4The Public Finance Management Act
Lecture 10Definition of a Public Entity
Lecture 11The accounting authority
Lecture 12Unauthorised and fruitless and wasteful expenditure
Lecture 13Consequences of financial misconduct
Section 5The Need for Corporate Governance
Lecture 14Background to King I, II and III
Lecture 15From recommendation into law