Conceptual Framework of Corporate Governance : Introduction, Need and Scope, Evolution of Corporate Governance, Management vs. Ownership, Majority vs. Minority, Corporate Governance codes in major jurisdictions, Sarbanes Oxley Act, US Securities and Exchange Commission; OECD Principles of Corporate Governance; Developments in India, Corporate Governance in Indian Ethos, Corporate Governance – Contemporary Developments.

Board Effectiveness-Issues and Challenges: Composition and Structure, Duties and Liabilities, Evolution of Jurisprudence, Diversity in Board Room, Women Director, Nominee Directors; Selection and Appointment Process, Independent Directors: expectations, liabilities and their role, code of conduct, responsibilities and effectiveness.

Legislative Framework of Corporate Governance in India: Listed Companies, Unlisted Companies, PSUs, Banks and Insurance Companies.

Board Committees: Composition & Terms of Reference, Roles and Responsibilities.

Legislative Framework of Corporate Governance in India: PSUs, Banks and Insurance Companies.

Governance and Compliance Risk: Governance/Compliance failure and their impact on business, reputation and fund raising.

Corporate Governance and Shareholders’ Rights.

Corporate Governance and other Stakeholders: Employees, Customers, Lenders, Vendors, Government and Regulators,Society, etc.

Corporate Governance Forums.

Promoters and Minority Shareholders.