International Corporate Governance (925M3)

30 credits, Level 7 (Masters)

Spring teaching

In this module, you’ll learn about different ways companies are run around the world, looking at both big ideas and real-world examples in different economic settings. We’ll cover:

• why corporate systems differ and the key problems they face
• how power is distributed in companies
• mergers and acquisitions
• rules about buying and selling shares (securities regulation)
• how shareholders influence companies (shareholder activism)
• the unique challenges faced by state-owned companies
• the push for long-term thinking, sustainability, and the growing focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues

You’ll develop a deep understanding of the theories and practical approaches to these topics, with a focus on how legal rules and institutions work alongside market pressures to create good management and accountability in companies.

 

Contact hours and workload

This module is approximately 300 hours of work. This breaks down into about 24 hours of contact time and about 276 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2024/25. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.