The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is a law that sets enhanced standards for all U.S. public company boards, management, and public accounting firms. Coursera's SOX Compliance catalogue teaches you these regulatory requirements, their importance in corporate governance, and how they impact financial reporting and auditing. You'll learn to understand, interpret, and apply the principles of SOX which includes, internal control assessment, disclosure controls, and audit committee operations. This knowledge can be beneficial for financial analysts, auditors, CFOs, or anyone involved in corporate financial decision making. Master this skill to enhance your understanding of corporate responsibility, financial disclosures, and the consequences of fraudulent activities in a corporate setting.