Business Policy Process , Analysis and Coporate Governance

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Business Policy Process, Analysis and Corporate Governance

Overview and Objectives After successful completion of this learning program, the participants should be able to

demonstrate:

An understanding of public policy analysis, development, implementation and

evaluation in the business;

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Help participants make critical judgments

about policy from research and evaluation,

and how this fits with other factors that

influence and inform policy-making

Mentor colleagues in evidence-based

policy-making and explore best practices in

Corporate Governance

We guarantee that we will meet or exceed

pre-determined expectations and learning

objectives.

Directors

Board Members

Permanent Secretaries

Senior Manager

Strategic Managers

Policy Makers and Implementers

Course Introductionhis intensive one week workshop seek to support better decision making

hroughout the different stages of policy process (preparation, decision,

mplementation and evaluation) by placing the best available evidence at the heart of it.

considers what constitutes evidence for policy-making purposes and different types,otions, sources of evidence to determine their value and contribution to policy-

making and integrate these different types of evidence with other key factors that

nfluence the policy process.

We will also reflect on the purpose of organizations, their governance, and their role

owards shareholders, stakeholders and society in general.

n light of the above, the course seeks to identify and correct deficiencies, enhance

trengths and promote professionalism in managers and administrators by equipping

hem with Corporate Governance know-how and policy management skills

Value Proposition

Who Should Attend

Guaranteed Results

MANAGEMENTT R A I N I N G I N S T I T U T E

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Course Outline


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Individuals attending this course will return

to their organizations equipped with the

theoretical and practical knowledge to be

able to develop and implement effective

policies and practices good corporate

governance .

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Policy Development


Developing others

South Africa ( Capetown)

Swaziland (Mbabane/Manzini)

· Training Materials( Soft Copies) and

notes Hand-outs· Tablet 10 inch (latest)/ Laptop

· Tea Breaks/ refreshments

· Course tuition

· Personal action planning,

Certification and Follow-up support

(on request)

Course Overview and Objectives cont’

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An understanding of the business policy analysis, development, implementation and

evaluation processes and the application thereof;Understanding of methods and techniques for policy analysis and development, as well

as the implementation and evaluation of these methods and techniques;

Understand the meaning, potential and development of evidence-based policy-making Compile high-quality evidence in performance-managed business and resource

allocation

Value the shareholder and stakeholder rights and responsibilities

Adhere to sound principles of direction and management

Understand the significance of audit committee, its composition and responsibilities

Implement best practices on corporate managementUnderstand current developments in corporate governance and its environment: an

overview of the legal structure of corporate governance; theories of corporate

governance

Comparative dimensions of corporate governance: global convergence or path

dependence

Understand corporate ethics

Discern the board's role and function and its optimal structure and process

Board composition and role differentiation: executive versus non-executive directors

How the adversarial system works

Organizational Impact

Implementing the principles promoted on this course will have the following impact on an

organization

· Managerial performance will be improved

· The engagement of employees with the organization will be improved

· Better policies that enhance growth and performance will be developed and adopted

· Behavior will be aligned with an organization's cultural values

Course Outline: Business Policy Process, Analysis and


Module 1

Session 1: Basics about Business Policy Introduction

Definition of PolicyDefinition of Business

Definition of Business Policy

Difference between Policy and Strategy

Objectives of Business Policy

Why Create Business Policies?

Business Policy – Definition and Discussion of Concepts

Evolution of Business Policy as a Discipline

Characteristics of Policy

Kinds/Types of Policies

Nature, Objectives and Purposes of Business Policy

Organizational PoliciesFunctions and Responsibilities of Business Policy in management

Competencies Emphasised

Personal Impact

Course Venue


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In order to meet and fulfill participants

training needs, pre –questionnaires will

be distributed prior to the training and

we will use the information we gather

from them to tailor our training to fulfill

the participants needs.

In order to monitor and evaluate the

training end of course questionnaire will

also be used.ith business systems

Training Aids to be Used

Projective

· Motion pictures

· Videos

· Colour slides

· Overhead projector centre.

Non-projective

· Chalkboard

· Whiteboard

· Charts and diagrams

· Models

· Exhibits

· Handouts

The kind of services / products we do

generally fall under three key Units.

These include the following:

· Consultancy and Research

· In-house Training

· Capacity Building

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Course Outline:

Session 2: Nature, Objective and Purpose of Business Policy

Session 3: Characteristics of a Business Policy

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Session 4: Organizational Policies

The Nature of Business Policy

The Importance of Business Policy

Understanding the Business Environment

Understanding the Organisation

Personal Development

The Purpose of Business Policy

The Objectives of Business Policy

Knowledge, Skills and Attitude

An Alternative Viewpoint on the Objectives of Business Policy Course

Characteristics of Policy

Sources of Policy

What Makes a Good Policy

Types and Kinds of PoliciesFormulation of Policy

Policies from Top to Bottom Policies within Functional Areas of Departments

Policies from Bottom to the Top

Types of Policies

Major Policies

Secondary or Corporate Policies

Functional Policies

Minor Policies

Procedure and Rules

Business policies

Referral Interface Business Policies

Reasons for Formulating Policies

Uses of Policies for Management Effectiveness

Integration and Relationship of Policies to Objectives

Management Policy Areas

The Role of Workers in Policy Formulation

Functions and Responsibilities of Business Policy in Management

Business Policy in Different organisation

Business Policy and Implementation in Organisation

Managerial Functions and Policy Implementation

Business Policy – Issues, Challenges and Solutions

Review of Existing Organizational Policy Review an existing policy against the components of a good policy and

suggest improvements or additions to the policy:

Background, problem statement, policy goals, options assessment, decision,

implementation strategy, Monitoring & Evaluation Strategy

Strategies for effecting policy change

Policy monitoring and Evaluation

Formative, Ongoing, Summative evaluation, Evaluation objectives and

approaches,

Indicators, Targets and Responsibilities

Pre-questionnaire & End of

questionnaire

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In order to meet and fulfill participants

training needs, pre –questionnaires will

be distributed prior to the training and

we will use the information we gather

from them to tailor our training to fulfill

the participants needs.

In order to monitor and evaluate the

training end of course questionnaire will

also be used.ith business systems

Training Aids to be Used

Projective

· Motion pictures

· Videos

· Colour slides

· Overhead projector centre.

Non-projective

· Chalkboard

· Whiteboard

· Charts and diagrams

· Models

· Exhibits

· Handouts

The kind of services / products we do

generally fall under three key Units.

These include the following:

· Consultancy and Research

· In-house Training

· Capacity Building

Cell: +268 7668 5539

Tel: +268 7686 2805



Contact Us

Course Outline: Module 2

Session 1: What is corporate governance?

Session Two: Models and Mechanisms

Session Three: Shareholders and Stakeholders

Session Four: Understand the Relationship between Values, Ethics and

Organizational Culture

Session five: Formulate Recommendations for Strengthening Shared

Organizational Values and Ethical Practices’

What is the purpose of governance?

Why is it important?

Agency Theory in Corporate Governance

Who is responsible for it in a company?

The role of the board in governance

Objectives

Introduction

Models of Corporate Governance

Mechanisms of Corporate Governance

The US Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

The UK Corporate Responsibility Act 2002

King 111 Report

Shareholder RightsEquitable Treatment

Responsibilities of Shareholders and Minority Shareholders' Protection

Board of Directors

Structure and Independence of the Board

Responsibilities and Duties of the Board

Selection, Remuneration and Evaluation of the Board

Board Committees

The Board and the Management

Values, Ethics and Organizational Culture

Conflicts between Personal Values and Organizational Values and Ethical

Codes

Impact of Organizational Values and Culture on the Organization's Triple

Bottom Line

Apply the Concept of Corporate Ethics to a Unit

Applying the Concept of Corporate Ethics to a Unit

Explain the Imperatives for Ethical Conduct in your organization

Best Practices in respect of Business/Corporate Ethics

Analyze the Role of Corporate Governance within an Organization

Analyze Ethical Practices of a Unit

Evaluate the Current State in a Unit

Formulating Recommendations for Strengthening Shared Organizational

Values and Ethical Practices

Prepare an Implementation Plan

Describe the Role and Responsibilities of support staff

Outline the Communication Activities

Describe the Process for Monitoring and Evaluating Improvements

The goal of corporate governance in Managing Risk

·Managing risks through enhancing corporate governanceDeveloping adequate procedures and policies

Delegation of authority – authorized signatories

Staff training and education

Pre-questionnaire & End of

questionnaire

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