DIPLOMA IN CORPORATE LAW - University of Johannesburg
DIPLOMA IN CORPORATE LAW - University of Johannesburg
DIPLOMA IN CORPORATE LAW - University of Johannesburg
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Faculty <strong>of</strong> Law<strong>DIPLOMA</strong> <strong>IN</strong> <strong>CORPORATE</strong> <strong>LAW</strong>Please note that South African universities are in the process <strong>of</strong> bringing theirqualifications in line with the new Higher Education Qualification Framework(HEQF) and this may result in this qualification being renamed.
THE <strong>DIPLOMA</strong>This programme seeks to provide itsparticipants with an overview <strong>of</strong> themost important practical aspects <strong>of</strong>corporate law. The new CompaniesAct has brought about significantchanges to corporate law in SouthAfrica. Participants are exposed to thelatest developments in the field. Legalpractitioners, company secretaries andcorporate advisers will find this course<strong>of</strong> particular value.The programme extends over oneyear on a part-time basis. Lectures arepresented in English, but students mayparticipate and write the examinationin Afrikaans.As company law encompasses sucha broad field, it forms the main focus<strong>of</strong> the course. Attention is also givento close corporations and their futurerole. In addition, the course touches onaspects <strong>of</strong> partnerships and businesstrusts.MODE OF PRESENTATIONThe programme combines the benefits<strong>of</strong> guided and structured self-studywith those <strong>of</strong> approximately 35 hours<strong>of</strong> contact tuition and interaction withother participants. Highly experiencedpractitioners provide further insightthrough guest presentations. Thelectures are presented on selectedThursdays, from 09:30 to 15:30.PROGRAMME OVERVIEW• The new Companies Act: objectives,interpretation and general features• Types <strong>of</strong> companies andincorporation• Company groups• Corporate disclosure andcompliance• Corporate governance, including- Directors- Auditors- Company secretaries• Director liability• Remedies and enforcement incompany law• Corporate finance basics• Shares and share transfers• Public <strong>of</strong>ferings <strong>of</strong> shares• Distributions, share repurchasesand financial assistance• Company contracts• Insider trading• Fundamental transactions,including:- Schemes <strong>of</strong> arrangement andcompromises- Takeovers and mergers- Asset disposals• Business rescue• Liquidation• Close corporations• Partnerships• Business trustsPROGRAMME LEADERThe programme leader for this diplomais Pr<strong>of</strong> Kathleen van der Linde.
ADMISSIONTo be considered for admission to theprogramme you should have either:• any bachelor’s degree, or• any equivalent qualification onNQF 6 levelParticipants who do not hold a lawdegree may find it difficult to keep upunless they have career exposure tocompany law. Prospective participantswill be subjected to a selection processand numbers will be limited.PRESCRIBED MATERIALThe programme fee includes allprescribed material.ASSESSMENTThere will be a four-hour writtenexamination in November 2012. Anassignment will be required during July2012.FEES 20121. Non-refundableadministration feesOnly new applications R350ICT levy *R650Registration fee *R5502. Tuition fee R10 100*2012 fees to be confirmedAPPLICATIONThe closing date for applications is15 November 2011.The completed application form andapplication fee must be sent to:The Registrar<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Johannesburg</strong>PO Box 524Auckland Park<strong>Johannesburg</strong>, 2006Please attach a certified copy <strong>of</strong> yourID document/passport, and certifiedcopies <strong>of</strong> your previous qualificationsto your application form.NB: Foreign applicants shouldcontact the Faculty for other relevantrequirements.ADM<strong>IN</strong>ISTRATIVE ENQUIRIESApplication forms and more details onthe programmes are available from theFaculty <strong>of</strong> Law.Please contact the Faculty for moreinformation on the programme:011 559 3739/2328Email: excurlaw1@uj.ac.za;ppullen-lalla@uj.ac.zaForeign students pay an internationallevy <strong>of</strong> R750*.Students need to adhere to the setdeadlines for payment <strong>of</strong> all fees.
PROGRAMMES PRESENTED <strong>IN</strong> 20121. Higher Diploma in Tax Law (intake every second year – next intake 2012)2. Higher Diploma in International Tax (intake every second year – next intake2012)*3. Postgraduate Diploma in Drafting and Interpretation <strong>of</strong> Contracts4. Diploma in Corporate Law5. Higher Certificate in Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigations6. Postgraduate Diploma in Compliance7. Money Laundering Control8. Compliance Management9. Board Governance10. Legislative Drafting11. Environmental Law and Compliance12. Pension Law*13. Seminar on Entertainment Law*Please contact the Faculty to confirm that this programme will be presented in 2012www.uj.ac.za/law
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