Audit Committees in a New Era of Governance
Summary
As the focus on corporate governance and oversight has grown, so has the complexity of regulatory challenges facing audit committees. This corporate governance strategy program explores the best practices that your audit committee can use to fulfill its mandate and increase its strategic contribution. You will acquire the frameworks to align corporate strategy with financial reporting—and help your company operate more effectively in today's rigorous market and regulatory environment.
You may also be interested in the related program: Audit Committees—Virtual.
This program is eligible for the Corporate Director Certificate. Learn More
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Summary
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As the focus on corporate governance and oversight has grown, so has the complexity of regulatory challenges facing audit committees. This corporate governance strategy program explores the best practices that your audit committee can use to fulfill its mandate and increase its strategic contribution. You will acquire the frameworks to align corporate strategy with financial reporting—and help your company operate more effectively in today's rigorous market and regulatory environment.
You may also be interested in the related program: Audit Committees—Virtual.
This program is eligible for the Corporate Director Certificate. Learn More
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Enable the audit committee to play a more strategic roleEnable the audit committee to play a more strategic role
- Align financial reporting, compliance, and risk management functions with the company's growth and profit objectives
- Ensure the integrity of financial information
- Foster the right culture regarding compliance and risk
- Develop a financial reporting strategy
Improve audit committee effectivenessImprove audit committee effectiveness
- Develop better tools to manage cybersecurity and other risks
- Enhance oversight of the finance, accounting, and risk management functions
- Improve transparency and the quality of audit and financial reporting
- Oversee legal and regulatory compliance more effectively
- Strengthen collaboration with corporate management and auditors
- Ensure optimal communication with investors on financial reporting and disclosure
Expand your personal and professional networkExpand your personal and professional network
- Extend your network by living and working with accomplished executives from various backgrounds, industries, and countries across the globe
- Build relationships with a diverse group of peers who can provide wide-ranging insights into your business challenges and career decisions
Who Should Attend
- Current or potential audit committee members on boards of publicly listed companies, board chairs, and chief executive officers
- Chief financial officers, general counsels, and risk officers who work closely with audit committees
- Also appropriate for: Audit firm partners, investor relations professionals, legal advisors, and nonprofit board members
Attendance by two or more representatives of your audit committee or organization will foster teamwork and enhance the program's impact.
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 2 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
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Who Should Attend
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- Current or potential audit committee members on boards of publicly listed companies, board chairs, and chief executive officers
- Chief financial officers, general counsels, and risk officers who work closely with audit committees
- Also appropriate for: Audit firm partners, investor relations professionals, legal advisors, and nonprofit board members
Attendance by two or more representatives of your audit committee or organization will foster teamwork and enhance the program's impact.
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 2 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
Dive Deeper into the ExperienceThrive in a learning environment that welcomes diverse ideas and perspectives.Explore real-world audit issues facing corporate boards and audit committees.Global perspectives > Leadership growth > Organizational impact.
Learning and Living at HBS
When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.
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Learning and Living at HBS
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When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.
