Corporate Governance and Compliance
Join the Corporate Governance and Compliance course through Pace University's International Special Programs department. This 5-day course is perfect for international students who want to learn about essential systems, theories, and practices that guide how modern corporations are directed, controlled, and held accountable, all while exploring exciting New York City!
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Define corporate governance and explain its scope, purpose, structure, and importance in modern organizations.
- Identify and describe major concepts of corporate governance including the eight core components of an effective governance structure, key theories of corporate governance, including agency theory, stewardship theory, resource dependency theory, and transaction cost theory, the principal–agent problem, and components of corporate compliance, including codes of conduct, monitoring systems, and sanctions.
- Summarize major historical developments in corporate governance and how scandals shaped modern reforms.
- Critically evaluate corporate fraud cases, including Enron, Theranos, Lehman Brothers, Martha Stewart, and Bernie Madoff, identifying governance failures and ethical breaches.
- Compare international governance models, including the Anglo-American, German, UK, and Japanese systems.
- Explain the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and evaluate its impact on sustainability and corporate success.
- Collaborate effectively in groups to prepare and deliver a professional final presentation that applies course concepts.
This course is a great choice for anyone who wants to explore the evolution of governance, the principal–agent problem, fraud prevention, regulatory frameworks, risk management, and corporate compliance.
Classes meet Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Included in the Program*
- Tuition
- Materials and Administration Fees
- Welcome breakfast
- Farewell lunch
- Guest speaker
- Weekly OMNY Card
- Activities* (skyline viewing attractions, baseball games, etc.)
*Activities are subject to change
Join Us!
Register for Corporate Governance and Compliance
Class Schedule
Classes meet Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Courses
The minimum English proficiency to be successful in the Corporate Governance and Compliance course is CEFR B2+, minimum TOEFL score of 80, or IELTS score of 6.5. Students will be sent a placement exam at the time of registration.
Important Information for Corporate Governance and Compliance Students
The minimum age for this course is 18, and it is best suited for students who are currently studying in an undergraduate or graduate school program, or working professionals.
Placement Exam
You will receive an email with instructions on how to complete your placement exam as soon as your application has been submitted. Some students may also be asked to schedule an additional advising session with a member of our academic team. Check your email for instructions from the English Language Institute!
Note: If you do not receive an email with your placement exam instructions, please check your spam folder or contact the ELI at eli@pace.edu.
Summer 2026 Course Dates
August 17–21, 2026
Application deadline: August 10, 2026
Instructor: TBD
*On-campus residence Housing Applications received after April 15, 2026 may be waitlisted until rooms become available. Please consider Homestay Accommodations if you are applying for housing after the deadline.
Study Options
Students may participate in the Corporate Governance and Compliance Summer program on a B1/B2, H1, J1, L1, R1 visa, or ESTA. Permanent Residents and U.S. Citizens may also participate.
Course Fees
Summer 2026 Tuition: $745.00
Includes:
- Tuition
- Materials and Administration Fees
- Welcome breakfast
- Farewell lunch
- Guest speaker
- Weekly OMNY Card
- Activities* (skyline viewing attractions, baseball games, etc.)
*Activities are subject to change
Accommodations
Homestay Options 2026
Staying with a local family is a great way to experience life in New York and practice your English outside of class. Choose either a private or shared room in the home of a local family. All homestays are accessible to Pace University by public transportation. Breakfast is included, and dinner and lunch are optional.
To find a homestay, please complete the homestay application form. Make sure to indicate Pace University as your school.
Private Room (Brooklyn) 2026
- Private room (includes daily breakfast): $479.00
- Dinner: $110.00 (for two weeks) *optional
- Minor Fee (for students 16–18 years old): $50.00
- Move in: 1 day before classes begin (i.e. Sunday).
- Move out: The Saturday after classes finish.
Shared Room (Brooklyn) 2026
- Shared room (includes daily breakfast): $402.50
- Dinner: $110.00 (for two weeks) *optional
- Minor Fee (for students 16–18 years old): $50.00
- Move in: 1 day before classes begin (i.e. Sunday).
- Move out: The Saturday after classes finish.
Private Room (Manhattan) 2026
- Private room (includes daily breakfast): $650.00
- Dinner: $110.00 (for two weeks) *optional
- Minor Fee (for students 16–18 years old): $50.00
- Move in: 1 day before classes begin (i.e. Sunday).
- Move out: The Saturday after classes finish.
**Availability is subject to change based at time of booking.
Campus Meal Plan (optional)
- The Pace University cafeteria will be open every day, including weekends, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Students wishing to eat on campus may add meal plan dollars to their Student ID Card to use in the cafeteria.
Contact Us
For more information, please contact the English Language Institute. You may also schedule a visit to campus or an online meeting.
Register
Virtual Information Session
Meet with a member of our Admissions Team to learn more about this course!