About the Training

In today’s complex and rapidly evolving corporate landscape, robust governance practices are no longer optional – they are the bedrock of sustainable growth, investor confidence, and regulatory compliance. The Corporate Governance & Regulatory Frameworks Masterclass 2025, presented by VCCircle, is an intensive, four-day program designed to empower professionals with the knowledge, tools, and insights needed to navigate the modern governance landscape in India.

Delivered by renowned legal and governance experts, this program goes beyond theory to address practical, real-world challenges that boards, compliance teams, and senior management face. From foundational principles to emerging trends like ESG, AI, and shareholder activism, the masterclass will equip you to drive ethical, transparent, and effective governance in your organization.

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Overview

Who Should Attend?

This masterclass is tailored for:

  • Board Members and Directors
  • General Counsel, Company Secretaries, and Legal Heads
  • Compliance and Risk Management Professionals
  • C-Suite Executives (CEO, CFO, COO)
  • Investors, Institutional Shareholders, and Proxy Advisors
  • Auditors, Internal Control Teams, and Financial Officers
  • Senior professionals in Corporate Governance and ESG roles

Key Takeaways

  • Understand Core Principles: Learn the fundamentals of corporate governance and why they matter in today’s business environment.
  • Navigate Regulatory Frameworks: Stay updated on the Companies Act, SEBI’s LODR, and evolving compliance obligations.
  • Strengthen Board and Committee Effectiveness: Explore best practices for board composition, audit committees, and governance structures.
  • Adapt to Emerging Trends: Gain insights on ESG, AI, and the role of digital transformation in governance.
  • Learn from Real-World Cases: Analyze landmark governance failures and strategies to avoid similar pitfalls in your organization.

Agenda

9:15 AM onwards
  • 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM

    Welcome Remarks and Introduction

  • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Session 1: Understanding Corporate Governance

    • Definition and Importance of Corporate Governance
    • Accountability, Transparency, Fairness, and Responsibility
    • Corporate Governance vs. Corporate Management

    Trainer: Dr. Risham Garg, Associate Professor of Law, Associate Dean, Executive Director, Centre for Transnational Commercial Law (CTCL), National Law University, Delhi

  • 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

    Session 2: Regulatory Frameworks & Best Practices in India

    • The Companies Act, 2013 – Key Governance Provisions
    • SEBI’s Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements (LODR)
    • The Role of Independent Directors
    • Role of Regulatory Bodies (SEBI, RBI, MCA)
  • 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM

    Break

  • 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM

    Session 3: Corporate Governance Structures & Board Roles

    • Role & Responsibilities of the Board of Directors
    • Composition and Functioning of Audit, Risk, and Nomination Committees 
    • Case Studies on Good & Bad Corporate Governance Practices

    Trainer: Vivek Jha, Partner, Fox Mandal & Associates LLP

10:00 AM onwards
  • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Session 4: Ethical Governance & Corporate Culture

    • The Role of Ethics in Corporate Governance 
    • Preventing Fraud & Corruption: The Role of Whistleblower Policies 
    • Governance Failures: Lessons from Global Corporate Scandals

    Trainer: Kartik Jain, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors

  • 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

    Session 5: Emerging Trends in Corporate Governance

    • ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Reporting & Sustainability 
    • Board Diversity: The Growing Role of Women in Governance
    • Digital Transformation & AI in Corporate Governance

    Trainer: Archana Tewary, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors

  • 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM

    Break

  • 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM

    Session 6: Shareholder Activism & Stakeholder Engagement

    • Rights & Responsibilities of Shareholders
    • Institutional Investors & Activism in Corporate Decision-Making
    • Role of Proxy Advisory Firms in Governance

    Trainer: Bir Bahadur Singh Sachar, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors

10:00 AM onwards
  • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Session 7: Financial Reporting & Transparency

    • Importance of Transparent Financial Reporting 
    • Role of Audit Committees & Internal Controls
    • Addressing Fraud Risks & Financial Misreporting
  • 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

    Session 8: Risk Management & Cybersecurity in Governance

    • Governance of Cybersecurity & Data Protection 
    • Business Continuity & Crisis Management Frameworks
    • Regulatory Guidelines on Cyber Risk in India 

    Trainers: Probir Roy Chowdhury, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors & Yajas Setlur, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors

  • 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM

    Break

  • 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM

    Session 9: Governance Challenges & How to Overcome Them

    • Related-Party Transactions & Conflicts of Interest
    • Executive Compensation & Performance-Linked Pay
    • Compliance Burden & Regulatory Risks

    Trainer: Ravi Bhasin, Senior Partner, AZB & Partners

10:00 AM onwards
  • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Session 10: Case Study Workshop - Governance Failures

    • Analysis of Major Corporate Scandals (e.g., Satyam, IL&FS, Yes Bank) 
    • What Went Wrong & How It Could Have Been Avoided 
    • Governance Red Flags to Watch For

    Trainer: Suraj Malik: Founder and Managing Partner at Legacy Growth

  • 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

    Session 11: The Future of Corporate Governance

    • The Role of AI & Blockchain in Governance 
    • Regulatory Trends & Future Compliance Expectations 
    • How Companies Can Stay Ahead in Governance Best Practices
  • 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM

    Break

  • 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM

    Session 12: Panel Discussion & Open Forum - Governance in Practice

    • Interactive Q&A with Experts & Industry Leaders 
    • Governance Trends Across Different Industries
  • 2:15 PM – Onwards

    Training Concludes


Experts

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Dr. Risham Garg

Associate Professor of Law, Associate Dean, Executive Director, Centre for Transnational Commercial Law (CTCL), National Law University Delhi
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Vivek Jha

Partner, Fox Mandal & Associates LLP
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Kartik Jain

Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors
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Archana Tewary

Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors
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Bir Bahadur Singh Sachar

Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors
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Probir Roy Chowdhury

Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors
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Yajas Setlur

Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors
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Ravi Bhasin

Senior Partner, AZB & Partners
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Suraj Malik

Founder and Managing Partner, Legacy Growth

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