The director plays a central role in companies. As a member of the board of directors, the director is responsible for the running of the company. Directors also face numerous obligations imposed on them by various legislative enactments and regulations as well as common law principles. This seminar will cover the principal duties and liabilities of a director.

All members are encouraged to attend this seminar to acquire a good understanding on this subject matter and its implications to your businesses.


DIRECTOR'S DUTIES
Presented by Francis Goh, Notary Public and Commissioner for Oaths, Harry Elias Partnership LLP

Types of Directors

The different sources of duties
      1. Fiduciary duties of directors
      2. Statutory/Regulatory duties of directors
      3. Contractual duties of directors

Duty to act in the interest of the company as a whole

The duty to exercise due care and diligence

The fiduciary duties to avoid a conflict of interest

Remedies for breach of directors' duties

UNDERSTANDING AND IMPROVING CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Presented by Tan Peng Kwee, Notary Public & Commissioner for Oaths, Consultant Aptus Law Corporation

Understanding corporate governance and the need for regulation

Understanding the limits of corporate governance and the role of stakeholders

What are some internal guidelines for good Corporate governance

DIRECTOR'S LIABILITIES
Presented by Francis Goh, Notary Public and Commissioner for Oaths, Harry Elias Partnership LLP

Negligence of Directors

Effect of Breach of Fiduciary duties

Preventing Potential Pitfalls

Coping with Corporate Governance

Compliance Requirements