ICA Corporate Governance Cert Practice Questions - ICA Specialist Certificate in Corporate Governance Exam - ICA Corporate Governance Cert Practice Questions - ICA Specialist Certificate in Corporate Governance Exam

Question 1

Under the UK Corporate Governance Code, what is the primary role of the Chairman of the Board of Directors?

Leading the board and ensuring its effectiveness on all aspects of its role Managing the day-to-day business operations of the company Conducting independent annual audits of financial statements Approving all individual routine credit transactions above £1 million

Correct Answer:

Leading the board and ensuring its effectiveness on all aspects of its role

Question 2

Which core principle underpins Section 172 of the UK Companies Act 2006 regarding directors' duties?

A director must act in good faith to promote the success of the company for the benefit of its members as a whole A director must maximize short-term quarterly dividend payouts regardless of long-term solvency A director must report directly to external regulatory bodies before communicating with shareholders A director must hold at least 5% of voting shares in the company to sit on the board

Correct Answer:

A director must act in good faith to promote the success of the company for the benefit of its members as a whole

Question 3

In the 'Three Lines of Defense' model for governance and risk management, which functions constitute the second line?

Risk management and compliance functions that oversee and monitor risk-taking activities Operational management and front-line business units executing daily business tasks Internal audit providing independent objective assurance to the board External statutory auditors and regulatory enforcement authorities

Correct Answer:

Risk management and compliance functions that oversee and monitor risk-taking activities

Question 4

Under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR) enforced by the FCA and PRA, what is the primary purpose of a 'Statement of Responsibilities'?

To clearly outline the specific areas of accountability assigned to each Senior Management Function (SMF) holder To grant Senior Managers complete immunity from individual regulatory prosecution To replace the requirement for annual external board performance evaluations To authorize executive directors to alter statutory financial reporting deadlines without approval

Correct Answer:

To clearly outline the specific areas of accountability assigned to each Senior Management Function (SMF) holder

Question 5

What is the recommended maximum tenure for a Non-Executive Director (NED) to remain considered independent under the UK Corporate Governance Code?

9 years from the date of first appointment 3 years from the date of first appointment 15 years from the date of first appointment There is no specified limit if shareholders vote annually

Correct Answer:

9 years from the date of first appointment

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