Ethical Governance

About the Program

In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, ethical lapses and governance failures can dismantle stakeholder trust and damage reputations in an instant. Today’s leaders must go beyond compliance to build resilient, transparent, and ethically driven organizations. 

Ethical Governance empowers executives and board members with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to navigate ethical complexities, reinforce fiduciary obligations, and proactively manage emerging governance risks. 

This unique program is designed to blend real-world insights with strategic foresight, helping leaders create a culture of ethical integrity while safeguarding their organizations’ reputations and long-term value. 

Who Should Attend?

• Board chairs and board members
• Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) 
• Chief Risk Officers (CROs) 
• General Counsels & Corporate Secretaries 
• Senior Executives and Governance Professionals 
• Ethics, compliance, and audit committee members 

What You Will Learn

Participants will gain tools and strategies to lead ethically in complex boardroom environments, including: 

Ethical Decision-Making 

• Frameworks for strategic ethics, balancing priorities, and setting the tone at the top. 

Managing Conflicts of Interest 

• Identifying, disclosing, and navigating actual, potential, and perceived conflicts. 

Stakeholder Expectations 

• Balancing demands, addressing unrealistic asks, and communicating ethical limits. 

Performance Pressure & Blind Spots 

• Recognizing risky short-term thinking and aligning incentives with values. 

Ethical Supply Chains 

• Addressing risks like forced labor and meeting global due diligence standards. 

Reputation & Social Media Risk 

• Managing digital presence and preparing for online backlash. 

Deepfakes & Disinformation 

• Understanding threats, legal tools, and building organizational resilience. 

Cybersecurity Governance 

• Overseeing cyber strategy and ethical data handling at the board level. 

Fiduciary & Governance Duties 

• Proactively meeting legal and ethical responsibilities, especially in high-risk sectors. 

Ethical Foresight 

• Spotting emerging risks early and integrating ESG and AI concerns into strategy. 

Program Takeaways

Through case studies​, boardroom scenario simulations​, peer discussions​, and expert panels​, participants will: 

• Equip themselves to identify red flags early and respond with confidence 
• Reinforce their boardroom credibility and stakeholder trust 
• Foster a culture of ethical accountability within their organizations 
• Stay ahead of emerging regulatory and reputational risks 
• Expand their professional network of ethical leaders and governance experts 

Program Facilitators

Marc Tassé

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Marc Tassé

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Facilitator

As an Executive-in-Residence, Professor Marc Tassé teaches in the MBA and Executive MBA programs, as well as at the Faculty of Law of the University of Ottawa.

Over his 35-year career, Mr. Tassé has held senior positions at Deloitte and KPMG, as well as central roles in intelligence and law enforcement agencies. He has also worked with leading international organizations, such as the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank Group, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, the World Economic Forum and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.

Over the course of his career, he has received many prestigious awards for his significant contributions both nationally and internationally, including the King Charles III Coronation Medal. In addition, his unparalleled commitment and considerable contributions to his field of expertise have earned him the designations of Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant (FCPA) and Fellow Chartered Governance Professional (FCG), the highest distinctions in this discipline.

Mr. Tassé sits as an independent member of various boards of directors and trustees involving a wide range of organizations. He has also been selected for prestigious committee appointments by the Government of Canada, and he regularly participates in hearings before parliamentary committees in the House of Commons and the Senate.

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