MBBD5024 Corporate Governance Individual Assignment 1 (Case Study) | TAR UMT

MBBD5024 Individual Assignment (Case Study)

“BOARD LEADERSHIP AND ITS ROLE IN DRIVING EFFECTIVE CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Requirements

• You are required to prepare a 10-minute video presentation, supported by PowerPoint handouts, to highlight the critical importance of effective board leadership in ensuring corporate accountability, ethical direction, and long-term success. Your discussion must centre around a publicly listed company on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysi

Assignment Focus

• Your presentation should critically assess how board leadership—particularly the role of the Chairman, Senior Independent Director (SID), and the dynamics between the Chairman and CEO—affects board effectiveness, governance practices, and stakeholder confidence.

MBBD5024 Content Guidelines

Introduction

1. Brief background of the selected company.
2. Overview of board leadership expectations as set out in MCCG 2021, Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements (BMLR Chapter 15), and/or Corporate Governance Guide (CG Guide, 4th edition).

Understanding Board Leadership in Governance

1. Define board leadership in the Malaysian context.
2. Explain key leadership roles (Chairman, SID, CEO) and their responsibilities.
3. Highlight the principle of separation of powers between the Chairman and CEO.

Leadership and Governance Effectiveness

1. Examine how board leadership drives ethical conduct, strategic oversight, and stakeholder trust.
2. Analyse how board leadership contributes to tone-from-the-top and board culture.

Challenges and Weaknesses in Leadership

1. Identify common leadership issues (e.g., dominant Chairman, duality concerns, passive leadership).
2. Discuss the consequences of ineffective leadership on governance failures or reputational harm.

Real-Life Case Insights

1. Present one or two Malaysian corporate cases where leadership weaknesses contributed to governance issues.
2. Share lessons learned and propose improvements in leadership practices based on MCCG best practices.

Conclusion

1. Summarise the strategic value of strong and ethical board leadership.
2. Reinforce the need for independent, competent, and accountable leaders to safeguard organisational resilience.

MBBD5024 Technical Requirements

Video Format: MP4, max 10 minutes.
Visuals: Use relevant graphics, charts, and animations to enhance clarity and engagement.
Tools: You may use AI tools for creation, editing, scripting, and visual enhancement.
Presentation Style: Maintain a professional, persuasive, and clear delivery.
Citation: Ensure your video adheres to all academic integrity guidelines. Cite all sources appropriately.

Submission Guidelines

Release Week: Week 4
Submission Deadline: Week 8 (via Google Classroom)
Marks Release: Week 12
Format: Submit your video in MP4.
Filename Format: MBBD5024CG_FT/PT_IA_YourFullName
Example: MBBD5024CG_FT_IA_JEFFLIM

Late Submission Penalties

1–3 days late: −10 marks
4–7 days late: −20 marks
More than 7 days late: 0 marks

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