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Background issues What is corporate governance? Some concepts corporate social responsibility How has it evolved, and what are the emerging UK and international trends Sarbannes Oxley an overview of relevant guidance brief introductions to each of Turnbull: Cadbury: the Combined Code Higgs;a practical guide to establishing a framework The role of the company director [including nonexecs and also the role of the CoSec in supporting the Board] Directors and shareholders the balance of responsibilities and powers Internal controls and risk management issues [Including audit and risk committees, whilstle-blowing provisions examples of relevant subcommittees? remits, terms of reference Disclosure and reporting responsibilities Directors? remuneration.