APPLIED CORPORATE LAW
MGT5ACL
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides a detailed examination of the legislation and relevant case law and principles of equity and their practical application to the effective governance of companies, including relevant company secretarial practice and compliance issues. It also focuses on the impact of the Corporations Act 2001 (as amended) and these other sources of law upon effective corporate administration by company secretaries and other governance professionals. This subject is offered in partnership with the Governance Institute of Australia.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMichael Wildenauer
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in LMCGR - Master of Management (Corporate Governance and Risk), or by permission of subject coordinator.
Co-requisites IBU5GW
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is managed and delivered by the Governance Institute of Australia. Classes normally begin 1-2 weeks after standard La Trobe semester and meet for 2.0 hours weekly for 12 weeks, depending on Governance Institute timetable. Classes may be offered in intensive block mode on weekends, depending on the Governance Institute timetable. Students may be able to take the subject online, with permission from the subject coordinator. Students are recommended to contact the subject coordinator prior to enrolling. International student enrolment is limited to international students enrolled in one of the following courses: LMCGR, LMMGT, LMMEI, LMMHR, LMPM, LMMSM, LMIBUS, LZFAPA.
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Corporations Legislation | Prescribed | Thomson Reuters, latest edition | THOMSON REUTERS |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explain the role of the corporate officer in a contemporary context.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field Work-based assignment and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Evaluate the reporting and disclosure requirements associated with listing on the ASX.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field Work-based assignment and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Analyse the external information resources needed by company secretaries and governance professionals in performing their duties in specific contexts.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field Work-based assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Apply corporate theory principles to the analysis of practical issues in the context of the Australian environment.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical discussion of contemporary issues in the field Work-based assignment and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2018, Semester 1, Off Campus
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment size5
Enrolment information Limited space at off-campus facility. No Online enrolments enabled. Course coordinator to give priority to students enrolled in LMCGR.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichael Wildenauer
Class requirements
Seminar
Week:
10
-
22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week
on any day including weekend
at night
from week 10 to week 22
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Subject coordinator to provide schedule. Subject delivered by Governance Institute of Australia. Classes normally begin 1-2 weeks after standard La Trobe semester and meet for 2.0 hours weekly for 12 weeks, depending on Governance Institute timetable. Classes may be offered in intensive block mode on weekends, depending on the Governance Institute timetable."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Assignment - 2,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Examination | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
City Campus, 2018, Semester 2, Off Campus
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment size5
Enrolment information Limited space at off-campus facility. No Online enrolments enabled. Course coordinator to give priority to students enrolled in LMCGR.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMichael Wildenauer
Class requirements
Seminar
Week:
31
-
43
One 2.0 hours seminar per week
on any day including weekend
at night
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Subject coordinator to provide schedule. Subject delivered by Governance Institute of Australia. Classes normally begin 1-2 weeks after standard La Trobe semester and meet for 2.0 hours weekly for 12 weeks, depending on Governance Institute timetable. Classes may be offered in intensive block mode on weekends, depending on the Governance Institute timetable."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Assignment - 2,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Examination | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |