Corporate Board Member (2cr)

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

The student knows the duties and responsibilities of a limited company's board based on the provisions of the Limited Liability Companies Act. The student knows the rights and responsibilities of an individual board member. The student understands the concepts of good governance and internal control. The student knows how to apply meeting practices in board meeting situations of virtual companies. The student knows how to develop the board work of virtual companies.

The student understands the importance of correct, high-quality information in companies' decision-making and for the company's reputation. The student can present information in a visual format.

The student can effectively listen to others and present his thoughts and ideas in writing, orally and non-verbally. The student knows how to work effectively with others, aiming for trustful relationships that produce positive results. The student knows how to negotiate with different parties to achieve the best result.

The student knows which ethical guidelines and legislation must be followed in studies, at workplaces, and in the business world.

Content

- the Companies Act, in particular, the provisions concerning the Board of Directors and its members
- the functions of the board
- good governance
- internal control, internal audit, and risk management
- Board work, presentation, and handling of matters in the Board
- Annual General Meeting
- effective communication with the listener in mind
- effective presentations
- the importance of professional ethics in business

Materials

Osakeyhtiölaki; Bärlund, Sipilä: Vastuullinen hallituksen jäsen; Immonen, Nuolimaa: Osakeyhtiöoikeuden perusteet.

Teaching methods

Lähiopetus ja itsenäinen opiskelu. Käytännön harjoitus/kehittämistehtävä.

Student workload

Luennot 28 h, itsenäistä työskentelyä 26 tuntia.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To be accepted, the student must:
1. Attend the lessons indicated in the timetable.
2. Actively participate in board work in virtual enterprises.
3. Prepare for board meetings.
4. Be able to evaluate his/her own activities on the boards of virtual enterprises, considering the provisions of the OYL.
5. Provide feedback and suggestions for improvement to enhance board work after virtual company board meetings.
6. Prepare a learning diary.

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Qualifications

- Virtual Enterprise (four courses)

Further information

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