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Accountability & Compliance

15 October 2026 9:00am to 12:30pm Timezone: Australia/Perth
Course type Short courses
Proficiency level Emerging
Delivery method Face to face
Member $670
Non-Member $830
Cliftons Perth, Cliftons Perth, Parmelia House, 191 St Georges Terrace,, Perth WA
CPD hours 6

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Master the frameworks that drive ethical and effective governance.

Effective compliance arrangements are integral to the organisation’s business strategy and are vital pre-conditions for the achievement of its financial and business objectives in the long term.

This course dives into the essentials of Australia’s regulatory landscape and equips you with the tools to ensure your organisation meets its legal, contractual, and internal obligations.

Through a practical, case study–driven approach, you’ll explore the core principles and methodologies behind building and managing a robust compliance framework.

More details about the course

Learning objectives
  • Recognise the Australian legal and regulatory framework as it relates to compliance.
  • Understand the key principles and elements that underpin an effective compliance framework.
  • Develop an understanding of the compliance responsibilities of the board and management.
  • Consider compliance approaches and be provided with relevant tools and techniques to assist with compliance.
Course structure

Section A – Governance Principles

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Standards and guidelines
  • Key elements of an effective compliance framework
  • Legal compliance

Section B – Professional Practices

  • Governance responsibilities
  • Compliance approaches
  • Implementation of a compliance framework
  • Tools and techniques for an effective compliance framework
  • Effective reporting of risk and compliance

Section C – Personal Thinking

  • Case study: Dreamworld tragedy

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Assessments

A short course is assessed as follows:

  • A final quiz (multiple choice, achieve 75% to pass, unlimited attempts).
  • A short case study written response (suggested answers are revealed for reflection).
  • Knowledge checks are included as you progress through the course material (these are not assessed).
  • See the Assessment Rules for further information.
For business

We provide specialised in-house training to organisations who want to train large groups of staff.

What are the benefits on in-house training?

  • Train large numbers of staff.
  • Participate in customised training that caters to the needs of your staff and your organisation’s business objectives.
  • Invite and engage with your key clients, suppliers and contractors to ensure you’re working together with the same knowledge.

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Key Information
  • Assessment: Knowledge checks, quiz questions, and a case study response.
    Proficiency level: Emerging
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    Short course: Accountability and Compliance
Certificates
  • This short course forms a part of:
    Certificate in Risk and Compliance
    Certificate in Secretarial Practice Essentials
  • Complete six short, focused courses and get a Certificate. Each course builds your expertise step-by-step, giving you practical skills and a nationally respected credential. Flexible, accessible, and designed for busy professionals—start your journey today and grow your governance career with confidence.

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Members of Governance Institute receive a discount of up to $110 per subject — find out if you are eligible.

Capabilities : Reflection & Learning , Governance & Oversight , Financial Reporting , Ethics & Integrity , Accountability & Compliance , Legislation & Policy

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