Master of Corporate Governance

This programme provides comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles and practice of Corporate Governance.

Overview

The main objective of HELP’s Master of Corporate Governance (MCG) programme is to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles and practice of Corporate Governance. It focuses on ethical issues in the conduct and regulation of business. In addition, the structure of the programme enables students to enhance their risk management skills. The knowledge and expertise acquired from HELP MCG is crucial for students who participate in the dynamic management of both private and public organisations.

The recent financial crises that challenged many corporations and national economies underscore the importance of acquiring knowledge and expertise in developing a code of best practices in corporate governance and developing organisational policy and procedure. The crises not only raised questions on the conduct of the affected corporations but also impacted corporate and industry behaviour globally. Students with good knowledge of corporate governance would be able to develop a clear understanding of corporate structures, processes, policies, roles and responsibilities, crucial for the proper direction and control of businesses not only for their immediate but also greater stakeholders.

Qualifying students with the MCG are acceptable for up to two (2) exemptions for the CPA Australia professional examinations; students are advised to confirm the status of this CPA exemption when they register for HELP MCG and the CPA professional examination.

Intakes
Modular

Duration
Maximum 3 Years 

Location
HELP Damansara

Fees (For Malaysian Students)
RM40,000*

*Subject to be reviewed annually. HELP University reserves the right to revise the information in line with updates from time to time.

Course Code
(R3/0414/7/0200) (05/30) (A10103)

Why study Master of Corporate Governance at HELP's ELM Graduate School?

ELM is the acronym for Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management. It reflects the School's understanding of the multifaceted role of both individuals and organisations that at any one time the trinitarian role of entrepreneurship, leadership and management interplays to create, manage and sustain a business over different phases of its life.

The ELM Framework underlies our philosophy of the ELM Graduate School executive education and the way we teach and learn business in the HELP Group. It synthesises relevant theoretical constructs and integrates them into a practical system of decision-making for ELM. It is a useful tool for facilitating thinking out the right business model and strategy execution.

The ELM approach is used in our teaching and learning in the ELM Graduate School. This is the multi-perspective lens that we use to identify, respond and adapt to education, enterprise and execution.

This unique framework shapes our postgraduate programmes and brings depth and practical value to the knowledge and experience that all our students will no doubt gain.

Programme Overview

These are the subjects and electives that you will take as part of the programme.

  • Course Structure

    • Introductory Case and Research Methodology (non-credit subject)

    CORE

    • Corporate Governance and Accountability
    • Accounting for Managerial Decisions
    • Auditing and Control Systems
    • Risk Management
    • Governance in International Business
    • Environmental Governance
    • Corporate Finance and Analysis
    • Applied Economics
    • Research Methods for Business and Management
    • Project Paper (Capstone)

    ELECTIVES CURRENTLY OFFERED (CHOOSE 1)

    • Reporting and Professional Practice
    • Ethics and Governance
    • Investment Analysis

  • Assessment

    • Written Open-book Examination and Assignments (assignments inclusive of presentation and written assignment reports), with such variation approved by the Academic Board.

You will need to fulfill one of these entry requirements to join the programme.

  • Entry Requirements

    • A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a CGPA of 2.50, preferably with adequate industry experience; those with a CGPA of less than 2.50 but with 5 years’ relevant working experience are also admissible.
    • Non-degree holders (Malaysian) with at least a Diploma or STPM may obtain MQA Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (Access) [APEL (A)] approval for programme admission.
    • International applicants are required to fulfil a minimum score of 6.0 for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the equivalent.

Here are the career pathways for graduates who complete the Master of Corporate Governance programme. The graduates can further their studies and do a postgraduate degree to further unlock more career pathways.

  • Possible Career Pathways

    • Compliance manager
    • Risk manager
    • Company secretary
    • Owner/operator own business
    • Corporate services
    • Commercial manager