Programme in the Regulatory Framework of Business Rescue 2026
Understanding South Africa’s Business Rescue Framework through Practical Legal Application
4 August – 31 October 2026
Registration Closing Date 31 July 2026
Programme Overview
Joint Initiative:
This online course is a collaboration between the Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) and the Enterprises University of Pretoria (EUP). Student registration and course administration are facilitated through Enterprises University of Pretoria.
This online course is a collaboration between the Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) and the Enterprises University of Pretoria (EUP). Student registration and course administration are facilitated through Enterprises University of Pretoria.
This intensive short course provides a practical and legally grounded understanding of South Africa’s business rescue framework under the Companies Act 71 of 2008.
Participants will explore the full business rescue lifecycle including:
- Business rescue commencement processes
- Board resolutions and court applications
- Business rescue practitioner powers and responsibilities
- Statutory moratorium operation
- Creditor rights and stakeholder protections
- Rescue plan development and implementation
- Litigation considerations
- Rights of affected persons
- Ethical and professional obligations
- Competencies required for CIPC licensing
The programme equips delegates with practical skills and legal insight necessary to navigate corporate distress matters confidently.
Mode of Delivery
Long-distance study through prescribed study materials and supporting resources.
Includes:
- Eight online lectures
- Virtual learning platform access
- University of Pretoria online study materials
Admission Requirements
Applicants require:
LLB degree or A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification including basic commercial law studies.
Who Should Enrol
This programme is designed for professionals seeking a deeper understanding of business rescue law, including:
⚖ Lawyers
📑 Legal Advisors
📊 Auditors
💼 Financial Advisors
🏦 Banking Decision Makers
📈 Investors
🏢 Business Professionals
⚙ Managers
🤝 Trade Union Representatives
Course Fees (VAT Included)
Practising Attorneys
R10 185
Practising legal practitioners and staff
Other Professions
R11 204
Non-practising legal practitioners and all other professions
Banking Details
Account Name: Enterprises University of Pretoria
Bank: ABSA
Branch Code: 335545
Account Number: 4087823354
Reference: Delegate ID Number
Course Leader
André Boraine
Emeritus Professor and former Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria.
Professor Boraine specialises in insolvency law and business rescue and is co-author of Meskin: Insolvency Law, one of South Africa’s leading insolvency law publications.
He has consulted for the World Bank on insolvency reform initiatives and actively contributes to legal education and professional development.
Required Documents
- Clear copy of identity document or passport
- Highest degree obtained
- Proof of payment
- Company Debtor Form (if invoice required)
Please Note: LSSA and Enterprises University of Pretoria reserve the right to cancel or postpone the course should demand be insufficient. Delegates will be informed accordingly and fully refunded where applicable.
