The course content addresses the following topics:
- The South African Mineral Reporting Codes (SAMCODE) and the incorporation of these technical rules into the Listing Rules of the Johannesburg Securities Exchange.
- An understanding of the role of the Competent Person and the requirements for compiling a Competent Persons Report (CPR)
- An appreciation of the role of a JSE Readers Panel and the Squirrel Awards.
- The legislative framework of the South African Minerals industry, including the MPRDA, the Mining Charter and the current South African Minerals Policies.
- Financial reporting issues, including issues surrounding the International Accounting Standards Board Paper on the Extractive Industries.
- The fundamental importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting in the minerals industry and the role of corporate governance.
- An introduction to the issues of risk assessment and Mine Health and Safety.