The Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act of 2002 initiated the biggest change in corporate governance since the Great Depression. This course describes each section of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act along with insights about how it impacts companies and their employees. Topics in this course include: Purpose, Effects, Audit Committees, Executives, Government Agencies, and Crimes and Penalties. After completing this course, leaners will be able to identify the purpose and main provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.