Students choose a current example company from the press, which they regard as relevant to their
chosen topic. The name of the company should replace the expression {example} in the headline. The
example should be current in that that the first press report about the case in question should not be
more than one year old, calculated from the submission deadline.
Report structure and content
Below you can find two alternative report structures.
Alternative structure #1:
Introduction
Theoretical foundations for the role of {…} in corporate governance
Brief description of the case
Practical relevance in relation to {example}
Implications
Conclusion
Alternative structure #2:
Introduction
Brief description of the case
Theoretical foundations for the role of {…} in corporate governance
Practical relevance in relation to {example}
Implications
Conclusion
Students are free to adjust the structure or change terms as required.
The description of the case should not account for more than 500 words.
In terms of content, the report should integrate critically and evaluatively current socio-political debates
concerning the role of business ethics in relation to corporate governance; the restrictions on and
benefits for companies deriving from the corporate governance environment; and potential measures to
improve corporate governance structures/regulations.
Sources:
Students will be expected to use a range of sources including books, journals, industry materials, and 3
appropriate internet sites. Students are required to attach their sources specifically about the
chosen case in full length as an appendix.
13. Learning outcomes tested by assessment task
On successful completion of this module at threshold level, the students will be able to:
A. Knowledge and understanding
explain the theoretical foundations of corporate governance based on the theory of the firm
illustrate and critically discuss the development of the corporate governance paradigm and its
relationship to business ethics
B. Cognitive skills
assess the corporate governance environment of companies, including the role of stakeholders, and
critically evaluate its benefits for and restrictions on companies
critique corporate governance structures and discuss how they could be improved based on
theoretical insights and practical examples
C. Practical and professional skills
recognise and define complex corporate governance problems, identify influencing factors, generate
and assess a range of options, and propose a reasoned solution, drawing on relevant current
research output and professional practice
engage in debate on current issues in the subject area, demonstrating awareness of academic
theory, relevant legislation, professional codes of conduct, and underlying ethical, sustainability and
social considerations
D. Key transferable skills
communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions in accordance with professional/academic
standards, in a range of formats used in business
obtain, manage, format and present qualitative and quantitative data using information
communication technology in a systematic manner appropriate to the subject
plan and manage his/her own learning and personal development autonomously, exercise selfcriticism,
and seek and use feedback to improve own learning / performance
HERE IS ONE SOURCE FOR THE ATTACHMENT, IMPORTANT FOR THE REPORT!
http://atwonline.com/finance-data/lufthansa-strikes-cost-2644-million-no-dividend-2014
USE MANY SOURCES AS YOU LIKE BUT USE GOOD SOURCES !!!!
