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Short Learning Programme / Corporate Governance
Short Learning Programme

Corporate Governance

Instructor
Teacher

Department of Accountancy

Last updated

14 Jan, 2026

About Course

Description:

The purpose of this short-learning programme (SLP) is to provide students with a theoretical understanding and the practical skills to implement sound corporate governance structures and practices. The programme further aims to provide those with governance responsibilities in the private and public sectors with the knowledge and skills to identify the limitations of existing corporate governance structures and practices and recommend improvements. The SLP promotes ethical leadership attributes needed for a well-functioning society.    

Admission Requirements:

In order to meet our administrative and regulatory requirements, a student needs to be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or and advanced diploma in Law or Accounting, on NQF 7, according to the amended HEQF document of 2007.

This SLP will only be offered if there is sufficient interest.

Course Curriculum

The following topics will be covered:

  • Ethical leadership and corporate governance
  • The legal and regulatory environment effects corporate governance.
  • Fraud and corruption
  • Risk governance
  • Audit, control and corporate governance
  • Information risk and cyber security
  • Corporate reporting and disclosures
  • Risk management
  • Corporate governance in the public sector

Your Instructors

Department of Accountancy

Department of Accountancy

Instructor

Course Dates

  • Enrollment Opens: Monday, 05 Jan 2026
  • Enrollment Closes: Monday, 16 Mar 2026
  • Course Starts: Tuesday, 07 Apr 2026
  • Course Ends: Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Corporate Governance
R 21270.00*

*2026 pricing.

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This course includes:
Duration 7 weeks
Focus Area Sustainable and just economies
Accredited Yes
NQF Level 7
Mode of Delivery Scheduled delivery — asynchronous only
Skill Level Intermediate
Start Date 4/7/2026