Лондонский университет Саут Бэнк, MSc, Corporate Governance

Modules are assessed by a mix of coursework, individual and group presentations and written exams (varies from module to module). A typical 20 credits taught module involves a total of 200 study hours (typically 52 contact hours and 148 group and private study hours).

Applicants with any of the following qualifications will be considered for admission:

• Normally a relevant honours degree (minimum lower second) in accounting and finance, UK law, business studies or economics. Other degrees and equivalent qualifications will be considered on merit
• Completion of all levels of the CCAB professional examinations and ICSA Diploma in Business
• Completion of all levels of CIMA examinations
• Other (non-relevant) qualifications will be considered if students have relevant business experience

All applicants must demonstrate proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in the English Language. The entry requirements will be consistent with those for Master’s courses as set out in the University’s Academic Regulations for Taught Programmes - normally international students for whom English is not the first language will require to have gained IELTS at level 6.5 (or equivalent).

In addition to the normal entry requirements, Admission Tutors will look for evidence of the following abilities:

• Motivation, interest and commitment
• Communication skills such as the ability to write clearly and in a coherent way and
  communicate orally with other people.
• Ability to manage simultaneously a demanding course of study together with professional
  and personal commitments.

This course provides a sound understanding of corporate governance and leadership from investor and stakeholder perspectives. It will develop your ability to appreciate and influence the factors governing corporate affairs.

The programme is benchmarked against ICSA’s own high level standards. On completion, graduates who go on to become chartered secretaries will be professionally qualified to undertake a variety of senior roles in governance, law, finance, strategy, leadership, and administration. Many will follow a highly successful and financially rewarding career in a number of sectors, including private, public and voluntary.

Upon completion of the course you will:

• Gain Graduate ICSA status, with the opportunity to apply for full Chartered Membership
• Gain in depth understanding of corporate governance, from corporate, investor and stakeholder perspectives
• Have a better understanding of management theory, as well as a highly specialised set of board level leadership skills
• Gain the skills to become a strategic thinker able to recognise, analyse and influence the factors governing corporate affairs

The Masters in Corporate Governance combined with the internationally recognised ICSA qualification makes graduates highly employable in senior governance and administration positions. On this programme you will be encouraged to develop yourself in order to become a key player, with the skills, vision and ability to influence change.

Due to their varied knowledge and expertise, qualified chartered secretaries command highly-paid jobs in the private, public and voluntary sectors.